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NFL Hall of Famer Sam Huff dies at 87
Middleburg resident was beloved football broadcaster By Liam Bowman
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Sam Huff of Middleburg played professional football for the N.Y. Giants and the Washington Redskins.
For much of the 1950s and 1960s, Sam Huff was perhaps the most feared linebacker in pro football. Night after night – first for the New York Giants, then the Washington Redskins – Huff would dart across the field to cause havoc for his opponents. He could tackle with unmatched ferocity. And the crowd loved it. Huff, a 1982 Pro Football Hall of Fame inductee and long-time Middleburg resident, passed away at a Winchester hospital on Saturday, Nov. 13. He was 87. In his 13 years as a player and nearly 40 years as a sports broadcaster, Huff’s world revolved around football. To him, the game was all about physical toughness and the exciting brutality of collision. Football, he liked to say, was “war without guns.” See HUFF, page 9
Community celebrates military veterans By Coy Ferrell
Fauquier Times Staff Writer
Dozens of military veterans and community members gathered Thursday, Nov. 11, in Warrenton to celebrate the men and women who have served their country in uniform. The annual Veterans Day ceremony, held at the Fauquier Veterans Memorial on Hospital Hill, featured music from the Liberty High School marching band; the school’s Junior Officers’ Reserve Training Corps also participated. “It doesn’t matter if they fought in a hot war zone or served in a cold one. Their service mattered,” said Lt. Col. Linda Jolley in a passionate keynote speech. Jolley, a retired U.S. Army nurse who grew up in Crest Hill, especially emphasized the importance of supporting veterans experiencing post-traumatic stress disorder. More than 30,000 U.S. military veterans have killed themselves since the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks, she pointed out, more than four times the number of service members who have been killed in combat during the same time period. See VETERANS, page 2
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1st Sgt. Dave Jolley (right), who served as a combat medic in the Vietnam War, applauds at the conclusion of a keynote address given by his wife, Lt. Col. Linda Jolley.
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A trench on Main Street in Marshall shows the placement of a duct bank that will later carry utility lines.
County juggles multiple construction projects in Marshall Discovery of old water, sewer lines causes minor delays By Robin Earl
Fauquier Times Staff Writer
The Marshall Streetscape Improvements project is in full swing. Visitors to the area will find construction fences and orange and white barrels cordoning off the north side of Marshall’s Main Street. Two lanes of traffic – one in each direction -- remain open and the sidewalks are clear. Last week, traffic was reconfigured east of Rectortown Road so that the traffic pattern is consistent all through the area. “It’s a straight shot through town,” said Anne Michael Greene, a local real estate agent and vice president of Marshall Moving Forward, a nonprofit formed to help and promote businesses. “They wanted to set up the cones so the traffic pattern would stay the same no matter what part of the street they were working on.” See MARSHALL, page 8
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COVID-19 snapshot Tuesday, Nov. 16 New cases of coronavirus
Virginia: 1,210 Tuesday; 7-day average of 1,271 Fauquier: 14 Tuesday; 7-day average of 13; 7,243 cases to date Perspective: The seven-day average of new cases in the state has been on the decline since Sept. 14.
Seven-day positivity average (total PCR tests vs. positive tests)
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Lt. Col. Linda Jolley, a retired U.S. Army nurse, gives the keynote address during the ceremony.
Community celebrates military veterans VETERANS, from page 1 Jolley particularly called out the “courage” of the family of Staff Sgt. Craig Pruden, a Woodbridge native and an Army combat veteran of the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan, where he earned the Bronze Star and the Purple Heart. Pruden “lost his battle to PTSD on Sept. 15, at the age of 33 in Fort Campbell, Kentucky,” according to an obituary published last month in the Fauquier Times. Jolley also encouraged those gathered to seek out the stories of elderly veterans, especially those from the World War II generation; only 240,000 of the 16 million men and women who served in that
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war are still alive. «We must hear their stories now,» she said. The ceremony was as joyous as it was somber, however, as veterans exchanged smiles and stories in a shared sense of camaraderie. At one particularly sullen part of her speech, Jolley asked the crowd: “Can I get a ‘hoorah!’ before I cry?” Those assembled enthusiastically obliged. The annual event is organized by the Fauquier Veterans Council, comprised of American Legion Posts 72 (Warrenton), 247 (Remington) and 360 (Warrenton) along with Veterans of Foreign Wars Posts 7728 (Bealeton) and 9835 (Warrenton).
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Virginia: 5.6% Rappahannock-Rapidan Health District: 9.6% Perspective: The positivity average in the state has been decreasing since Sept. 9
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Positive cases since school opened on Aug. 11: 471; 343 in children, 128 in staff Quarantined: 126 students (as of Nov. 11), no staff (as of Nov. 4) Perspective: There are currently 29 active cases of COVID-19, 26 students and 3 staffers. People stay on the active list for 10 days after first reporting an infection.
New hospitalizations
Virginia: 27 on Tuesday; 7-day average is 38 Fauquier: 298 total; 25 in August; 37 in September; 29 in October; 6 in
New deaths
Virginia: 30 Tuesday; 7-day average is 28 Fauquier: 86 to date Perspective: On Oct. 19, for the first time in the local health district, a child between 0 and 9 died from COVID-19. One person between the ages of 10 and 19 has died in the RRHD earlier this year.
Vaccines
Virginia: For Virginians older than 5, 72.8% have received one dose; 64.2% have been fully vaccinated; 11.6% have received a booster shot. Fauqiuer: 68.9% of the over-5 population has received one dose; 61.8% are fully vaccinated; and 10.7% have received booster shots.
Library adds children-teen offerings with civic donation The Bealeton-Remington Ruritan Club, in efforts to fulfill community needs, has made a donation to the Fauquier Public Library to upgrade furnishings at the Bealeton branch library and add new resources for school age children. The Ruritan’s donation will fund numerous items on the library’s “wish list,” including new tables and activity boards for young children, STEAM
kits for school age students, incentives to encourage teens to sign up for library cards and the addition of numerous books to the library’s collection. “We are thankful for the Ruritan’s long-standing support of the library and its unflagging dedication to the Southern Fauquier Community,” noted Lawrie Parker, Chairman, Fauquier Library Board of Trustees.
Story Times to Go kits available for preschoolers The Fauquier Public Library has added 40 new Story Times to Go kits to its book collection for young children with a $2,000 donation from Learning Starts Early®, a local organization committed to preparing every child in Fauquier County for kindergarten and beyond. “Learning Starts Early is happy to contribute to the library’s collection of books for young children. It helps ensure our mission that every child
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Some county budget surplus reserved for traffic enforcement By Coy Ferrell
Fauquier Times Staff Writer
Thanks to a hiring freeze, cautious spending and increased local sales tax revenue as people shopped close to home during the pandemic, the Fauquier County government had $10.2 million left over from its fiscal year 2021 budget. At their Nov. 10 meeting, county supervisors voted to allocate $254,000 to fund increased traffic safety enforcement. The money will pay for overtime salaries for two sheriff’s deputies per day for six months. “The deputies will be conducting targeted enforcement on all of the major roadways in the county,” according to the sheriff’s office. Supervisors also allocated $250,000 to Hero’s Bridge, a local nonprofit dedicated to providing services to military veterans, toward the construction of 25 to 50 “micro houses” for low-income military veterans. The concept is still in the early planning stages, the CEO Molly Brooks told supervisors, but she hopes to negotiate a lease at the state-owned Puller Center campus in Vint Hill for the “village.” The Fauquier SPCA was allocated $101,000 to offset increased expenses over the last year stemming from court delays during the pandemic — delays in court proceedings involving the seized animals mean that the SPCA is responsible for the animals’ care during that time. Supervisors also allocated $100,000 toward the renovation of the Rappahannock-Rapidan Community Services Board building on Hospital Hill in Warrenton; the building will be used as an in-patient “step-down” drug addiction treatment center. The PATH Foundation has committed $700,000 to the
project, with the rest of the money coming from the community service board’s budget. Following the county’s budget policy, half the FY 2021 surplus — $5.1 million — was allocated to the capital reserve fund, leaving about $4.3 million of the surplus uncommitted. A public hearing was held Nov. 10 before the vote to allocate the surplus funds, but no members of the public chose to speak.
Traffic enforcement
The Fauquier County Sheriff’s Office will receive $254,000 to increase traffic safety enforcement efforts around the county for six months. The additional funds will be used to put two additional patrol deputies on the roads on any given day, focusing on times of day that see high levels of traffic. “The deputies will be conducting targeted enforcement on all of the major roadways in the county,” explained Capt. Chad Brubaker in an email Friday. “They specifically plan to hit [Routes] 29, 28, 17, and 50. In the event we find a secondary roadway needs attention, we can pivot to that need very easily. This targeted enforcement will be in addition to the normal patrol functions that the shifts perform.” Sheriff Bob Mosier elaborated on the issue. “We’ve had complaints about unsafe driving all over the county,” he said. The additional patrol deputies will be assigned based on complaints from residents and on crash data. “We’re taking a proactive approach,” he said, noting that reports of speeding and unsafe driving have increased across the country since the height of the pandemic, when many people were working from
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An SUV stops at the new stop sign on southbound U.S. 17 Business outside Marshall. Providing additional traffic enforcement while drivers get used to the new traffic pattern at the Interstate 66 interchange will be one of the focuses of the additional patrol deputies on Fauquier County roads in the upcoming months, according to the sheriff’s office. home or out of a job. And, he said, the addition of new housing developments in places like Bealeton and Marshall means that more drivers are on local roads. Supervisor Holder Trumbo (Scott District) explained his support for the six-month funding. “The point here is that the dramatic increase in the volume of traffic — without any increase in the size of the roads” has combined with a recent uptick in “excessive speeding,” he said. “That creates not just a very dangerous situation, but an untenable situation for the folks who live here.” The extra enforcement isn’t necessarily meant to be permanent or to put an undue burden on county residents, Trumbo emphasized. Rather, he said, it’s a “a tool in the toolbox” for when “things get out of hand.” If data suggests more enforcement would be beneficial at the end of the current six-month funding period, the supervisors could consider allocating more money.
Fauquier SPCA
Supervisors allocated $101,000 of the budget surplus to the Fauquier SPCA. The organization receives $300,000 from the county’s regular budget each year, meant to cover the cost of the legally mandated services the SPCA, a private nonprofit, provides on behalf of the county. The
SPCA’s annual budget exceeds $1 million, with most funding coming from private donors. Tim Nevill, the organization’s treasurer, said Monday that the 70 dogs seized from Broad Run resident Irina Barrett in February 2020 as part of a criminal case coincided with the pandemic to put a severe financial strain on the organization. The criminal animal abuse case against Barrett — along with the civil case that will ultimately determine whether she must give up custody of the dogs permanently — has dragged on since then, with trials scheduled, canceled and rescheduled. The case is currently set for a September 2022 trial, although a motion to dismiss most of the evidence in the case on constitutional grounds is currently pending. Meanwhile, Nevill said, the SPCA was responsible for providing medical treatment and housing for the dogs while the case played out — and continues to play out — in court. And, he said, the volume of animals from that single court case overwhelmed the organization’s ability to perform other functions, like taking in strays and adopting them out at the same levels as before 2020. The Barrett case, he said, “basically shut us down. Not only did we have full capacity, but we lost all the See TRAFFIC, page 5
Supervisors pass new zoning approval process for large religious venues By Coy Ferrell
Fauquier Times Staff Writer
On Nov. 10, county supervisors unanimously approved a new zoning application process for “places of worship” that exceed 10,000 square feet or 300 seats. Construction of religious venues of this scale will now require a special exception granted by the board of supervisors. The zoning approval process for smaller religious venues will remain unchanged. Currently, all religious venues must obtain a special permit from the county’s zoning appeals board. The process to amend the county’s zoning ordinances began this summer, initiated by Supervisor Chris Granger (Center District). Throughout the process, supervisors have emphasized that that the new language is intended to bring the approval process for large religious facilities in line with the process for non-religious buildings of the same scale. Supervisors have much greater latitude to re-
view potential health and safety impacts of proposed large facilities on area residents than the zoning board members, who are appointed by the circuit court and have limited authority to consider any factors not specifically laid out in the county’s zoning ordinances or comprehensive plan. “These things have to be looked at for placement, have to be looked at for traffic concerns,” said Supervisor Chris Butler (Lee District) before last week’s vote. At a Sept. 9 public hearing on the issue, several local Christian religious leaders spoke passionately against the amendment, with some claiming that supervisors were “targeting” Christian churches or otherwise “trying to drive the churches out of Fauquier County.” Supervisors firmly pushed back against that notion and emphasized that they are purely concerned with potential land-use impacts of any facility — the religious nature of a building’s use, they said, makes no difference. Still, they delayed voting on the matter, promising to speak one-on-
one with local pastors to address their concerns. Supervisors said they talked with several religious leaders following the Sept. 9 meeting and no local pastors have submitted public comments since then. Warrenton-based civil engineer Jim Carson spoke before last week’s vote, however, claiming that the amendment would place an undue burden on Christian churches wanting to build or expand in the county. Butler firmly pushed back. “For folks to think we’re targeting churches — again, it’s a crazy notion.” The language adopted Nov. 10 requires a 10acre minimum lot for large religious facilities in rural areas — the acreage requirement can be waived by supervisors during the special exception process — but not within service districts. Supervisors explained at last month’s meeting that they wanted to signal the county’s preference for developing areas where services like water and sewer already exist. Reach Coy Ferrell at cferrell@fauquier.com
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Stepped-up traffic safety enforcement among uses of county budget surplus TRAFFIC, from page 4 adoptive capacity.” Fees for adoption and other services, which Nevill emphasized do not cover the SPCA’s full costs of treating and housing stray animals, have fallen to $48,000 this year compared to $81,000 in the same period in 2019. And, he said, the $300,000 provided annually hasn’t changed in several years, even as the organization’s costs have risen in general. “We’ve tried to pro-rate [the estimated cost] honestly,” Nevill said of calculating the financial burden of the Barrett dogs. The organization has been forced to use money from private donations to cover the difference, he added. “I think the county should be paying for their own services and not relying on us to dip into our donated funds,” he said. “I feel the county has not paid their fair share.” Board of Supervisors Chairman Chris Granger (Center District) disputed this claim, however. “The amount we put in the carryover [spending package] is what they could quantify,” he said. An itemized list of expenses compiled at the request of the courts for the Barrett case claims hundreds of thousands of dollars in per-diem expenses totaling $376,000. Another $612,000 in payroll expenses related to the dogs is listed, along with thousands for other items like veter-
inarian treatment and medicine. The expense report created for the courts totals $1.08 million. “Every time we have a court case, they want all the documentation and costs,” said Nevill. “We weren’t looking for the $1.1 million [from the board of supervisors].” He acknowledged that quantifying the exact expenses of certain animals or court cases can be nearly impossible, and that reasonable people can disagree over the impact of this or that circumstance. “We were trying to nail it down [with the county budget office],” he said, “but some of those numbers are so abstract.” Granger explained the reasoning behind the $101,000 ultimately allocated to the SPCA as part of the carryover spending package, pointing to another document listing the SPCA’s actual year-over-year expenditures. The document shows an actual increase of $101,000 from 2019 to 2020. “Simple answer: Their annual budget is about $1.2 million,” Granger said in a text message Tuesday. “Last year, they only saw about a $100,000 increase, NOT total expenditures of $2-plus million.” Reimbursing the actual increase in the SPCA’s expenses was the purpose of last week’s budget surplus allocation, he said. Reach Coy Ferrell at cferrell@ fauquier.com
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Volunteers plant 800 trees at Sky Meadows Park By Robin Earl
Fauquier Times Staff Writer
Between 60 and 100 community volunteers joined the Piedmont Environmental Council, Friends of the Rappahannock and the Goose Creek Association to plant 800 native trees at Sky Meadows State Park Oct. 29 and 30. Partner organizations included John Marshall Soil & Water Conservation District, We Plant Trees, The Clifton Institute, Trout Unlimited Rapidan chapter, Reese Conservation Consulting LLC and First Earth 2030; their members volunteered to help as well. Several Girl Scout troops worked in the rain on Friday, Oct. 29; a group called Kids Give Back and students from Foxcroft School and the Blue Ridge School planted trees the next day. A press release from PEC ex-
plained that the project is the result of a $263,800 grant from the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation to the PEC to enhance clean water and habitat in the upper Rappahannock and Potomac watersheds. The project will support Chesapeake Bay restoration. The release said that this planting, specifically, will replant 3.4 acres that contain a headwaters stream of the Goose Creek watershed, a 386mile area within Loudoun and Fauquier counties that supplies drinking water for northern Fauquier, western Loudoun, Fairfax and parts of Leesburg. The press release said, “Goose Creek has been designated a Virginia Scenic River, and yet its mainstem and six tributaries are listed as impaired for exceeding the state’s water quality standards for fecal coliform bacteria. This planting will help filter pollution before it reaches
Left: Several student groups volunteered for the tree planting event. Right: Maggi Blomstrom, a land conservation staffer with PEC, helped direct volunteers as they planted trees at Sky Meadows State Park.
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The land slopes down from Sky Meadows State Park to the area being planted with trees and continues toward Goose Creek. the headwaters stream.” Maggi Blomstrom, a land conservation staffer with PEC, said that the tiny trees were being planted in a 12-foot by 12-foot grid pattern. The trees are protected by 3-foottall hard plastic tubes secured with stakes. The tubes – which allow UV light to penetrate -- protect the fledgling trees from deer and will be removed once the trees poke their branches out of the tops – in about two years. Mesh placed at the top of the tubes keeps birds from dropping down into the tubes but allow the
trees to grow up through it. The trees are sycamore, willow oak pin oak and other native species, said Blomstrom. She pointed up the hill from the area where volunteers were working and said water that flows from the hills in Sky Meadows Park moves through the area being planted and directly down into Goose Creek. She said that the effort will benefit tens of thousands of people downstream who get their water from the Goose Creek watershed.
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Fauquier 4-H seeks sponsors for 2022 livestock show and sale The Fauquier County 4-H Club is seeking business and private sponsors for its next livestock show and sale, set for May 1 and 2, 2022. “Each year, show and sale depends on local businesses and members of the community to donate to the organization to help the event run successfully,” according to a press release. Sponsorship options range from $25 to $1,200 and are tax deductible. More information can be found at fauquiershowsale. org/sponsor or by calling 540-341-7950 (extension 5). “Donations can be given to the group as a whole to fund specific classes, awards, judges and various aspects to run
the event,” the press release said. One of the longest-running show-and-sale events in the state, 4-H’ers and Future Farmers of America members aged 9 to 18 participate in the annual Fauquier event, which is now in its 63rd year. “Each exhibitor dedicates much of their time to ensuring the well-being and overall health of their project animals. Throughout the exhibitor’s time in show and sale many valuable skills are instilled such as: accountability, record keeping, time management, public speaking and money management skills,” said the press release.
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With help from her mom and sister, Salem Sifford (left) prepares to show her hog during the Fauquier Livestock Show and Sale on May 2.
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County juggles multiple construction projects in Marshall MARSHALL, from page 1 Parking on the street is extremely limited, but there is parking on some side streets and behind Main Street businesses. Fauquier County Deputy County Administrator Erin Kozanecki said that the contractor is working to provide safe, temporary parking along Main Street in areas that are not under construction. This can vary from week to week, she said. “Some of the more recent reductions in the temporary parking has been related to Fauquier County’s Water and Sewer Authority’s work zones along Main Street where they replaced the sanitary line.” Kozanecki added. “We’re figuring it out; we’re managing,” said Greene. “It’s a construction project. It’s going to be inconvenient, but people are helping each other out.” Power went out Nov. 8 when a Fauquier County Water and Sanitation Authority truck hit a power line. “Everyone was blaming the Main Street project, but it really had noth-
Marshall Streetscape Improvements
The Marshall Streetscape Improvements project is funded mostly by a Virginia Department of Transportation “Transportation Alternatives Program” grant that, in turn, is funded by the Federal Highway Administration. Administered by the Fauquier County government, the project is a multi-faceted infrastructure project that encompasses the area of Marshall’s Main Street (Route 55) from just east of the intersection of U.S. 17 and Rectortown Road to just west of the intersection of Route 55 and Frost Street. The project includes undergrounding utility lines, improving sidewalks, crosswalks and marked parking, new signage, as well as adding trees/plantings and additional street lighting. Shirley Contracting Company of Lorton, Virginia, and its subcontractors are completing the construction work. The project has been on the table for decades. In recent years, opposition to the project cropped up from some residents who felt the project was too expensive and revitalized too small a section of the street. The project began during the last days of August; it was originally scheduled to be finished by the end of the year, not including the physical undergrounding of the utilities. Fauquier County Deputy Administrator Erin Kozanecki said, however, that “delays related to the utility companies and some supply chain issues shifted the start of construction later than originally planned. As such, the project will be completed in the first half of 2022. VDOT did approve work during winter months since most of the work is not within the travel lanes.”
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The north side of Main Street is under construction. ing to do with it,” Greene said. Marshall Moving Forward is trying to minimize the pain. MMF puts updates on its website and Facebook page and has paid to print signs pointing visitors to parking spots.
State of the project
The goal of the Main Street project is to beautify Marshall’s Main Street by adding trees and lighting. The sidewalks will also be improved and widened — by 12 inches on each side of the street — to meet Americans with Disabilities Act standards. Unsightly power and communication lines that now hang over the street will be moved underground. Preparation work for this last part of the project is being accomplished now. Kozanecki said that “duct banks” are being constructed in trenches along the north side of Main Street in the parking lane and in both North and South Frost streets. The concrete duct bank includes various conduit (PVC pipes); the utility lines will be fed through the conduit during the later stages of the project. Once the concrete duct bank cures – which can take up to three weeks – backfill material will then be placed and tested in accordance with VDOT specifications, then asphalt will be placed to the existing road grade.
WSA
Complicating the project are water lines that are being discovered as the streets are torn up. Some of the lines may be a century old, and the WSA only took ownership of the community’s sewer system 50 years ago and its water system 15 years ago. Consequently, many of the maps of underground lines are rudimentary at best, forcing county officials to deal with previously unknown sewage lines and water mains as they are discovered during construction. Kozanecki said, “WSA has performed a fair amount of work along Frost and Main streets over the past few weeks. Along parts of Main Street and Frost, they replaced a previously unknown sanitary line. Along Frost there has been similar unknown water line replacement, as well as a planned upgrade to their ex-
isting water lines to tie into upgrades performed by VanMetre along Frost, beyond Andersen Avenue. Ben Shoemaker, executive director of the WSA, said that the Main Street project gives the WSA a chance to replace older pipes now, instead of having to rip up the brandnew sidewalks later if repairs are necessary.
Road construction near the commuter lot
Meanwhile, construction work is ongoing to complete access to a new commuter parking lot west of town at the corner of Cunningham Farm Road and Route 55, just off I-66 Exit 27. That project is unrelated to the Main Street improvements. Construction on the 41-space park-and-ride lot started in August 2020 and finished in fall 2021; it was funded by a VDOT grant and administered by the county and VanMetre Homes, which is building a housing development along that section of Route 55. The county is rounding out the project by improving Cunningham Farm Road and connecting the lot to town via Salem Avenue. The costs of the additional improvements are being split between the state and VanMetre. “The construction includes extending Salem Avenue from its current terminus near Washburn Place to the ultimate intersection with Cunningham Farm Drive,” said Adam Shellenberger, the county’s chief of planning. Cunningham Farm Drive will eventually be extended past the Middleburg Humane Foundation, which lies on the parcel adjacent to the new commuter lot, when the VanMetre development is completed, Shellenberger said. Construction on the road improvements and extensions is almost complete. Marshall District Supervisor Mary Leigh McDaniel asked that businesses and stakeholders on Main Street should “be sure to let us know of any issues or concerns so the county can respond quickly to resolve.” Reach Robin Earl at rearl@fauquier.com
History of water and sewer in Marshall
Ben Shoemaker, executive director of Fauquier County Water and Sewer Authority, provides a history of water and service in Marshall, adding context to the issues being unearthed now as a result of the Marshall Streetscape Improvements project: He said, “We believe water and sewer in Marshall dates back almost 100 years. The original sewer system in Marshall was most likely installed by Frost Realty Corporation in the 1920s and consisted of small sewer lines around the intersection of Frost Street and Main Street, then down to Anderson Avenue. Everything flowed to a large septic tank just south of Anderson Avenue, which emptied to a dry ditch toward Carter’s Run. “Ownership was unclear until the Marshall Sanitary Corporation formed in 1958 or 1959; shortly thereafter, they acquired land and built some infrastructure including a lagoon at the site of our modern wastewater treatment plant south of Interstate 66. FCWSA purchased the Marshall Sanitary Corporation’s system in 1969 with assistance from the Fauquier County Board of Supervisors. “In the 1970s, FCWSA worked with the [U.S. Environmental Protection Agency] and the Commonwealth of Virginia to fund and replace much of the old sewer infrastructure and develop the basis of the modern sewer system serving Marshall and town of The Plains today. Many upgrades and expansions have occurred since that time. “The original water system in Marshall likely dated from the same 1920s era as the sewer system. FCWSA pursued acquisition of the private water system beginning in the 1970s, shortly after acquiring the sewer system, but did not actually acquire the water system until 2006. Little to no record of the original water system exists, but it’s believed the subsequent owners rendered historic pipes obsolete in the decades preceding FCWSA’s acquisition. “This second iteration of the system was accomplished piecemeal by laying new pipe directly on top of old pipe or by installing new pipe on opposite sides of the street. When FCWSA acquired the private water system in 2006, records were still scarce beyond basic maps indicating pipe sizes in the second iteration, and the water system required significant improvement. “FCWSA’s first major improvement to the system was constructing storage facilities at each end of the system and installing a modern, 12-inch water main in Main Street, linking the two storage facilities. FCWSA has continued to make upgrades to the system, including new wells and replacement of aging undersized pipe where practical, particularly when facilitated by neighboring construction.”
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Remembering the wisdom of Sam Huff By Robin Earl
Fauquier Times Staff Writer
Sam Huff had a lot of football fans who appreciated his tenacity and talent on the gridiron. But there were some who had a particular affection for Huff’s broadcasting skills. Rick Hamilton of Alexandria so admired Huff’s unique game calls that he created a Facebook page called Sam Huff Wisdom in October 2011. Hamilton said of Huff, “He was one of the most unique voices in broadcasting. While he didn’t have a traditional background in the art form, there were few more quotable than him. The team of he, Sonny Jurgenson, and Frank Herzog spoke to a generation (arguably the greatest generation) of Washington Football fans.” Hamiliton said he listened to every game Huff announced and live tweeted him for several years. He added, “I was so enamored with his game day observations I felt compelled to archive them on Twitter and Facebook.” Here are some nuggets from Sam Huff Wisdom: • Oct. 3, 2011: “If you’re gonna hit him, hit him…” • Oct. 3, 2011: “Well, you know
you’re in trouble a little bit when kicking is the best part of the game.” • Oct. 3, 2011: “Sonny: He’s running well. They changed his shoes. Sam: He should change them himself. Can’t he tie a knot?” • Oct. 3, 2011: “Well, nobody said coaches were geniuses.” • Oct. 16, 2011: “You know he’s got a strong leg for a skinny guy.” • Nov. 20, 2011: “It’s a typical Dallas/Redskins game. … Anything goes.” • Dec. 4, 2011: “I practically invented the tackle. Before that, guys just slapped each other aggressively and exchanged scowls at 40 paces.” • Dec. 11, 2011: “Man, they got some big guys on that team. How’d you like to feed those suckers?” • Dec. 11, 2011: “Sam: Wow what a pass! Sonny: So, you like the pass now? Sam: I like it when it’s complete!” • Sept. 23, 2012: “When you don’t know what to call, hand it to the running back and have him get you some yards.”
NFL Hall of Famer Sam Huff dies at 87 HUFF, from page 1 “Professional football is a violent sport,” Huff wrote in a June 2012 column for the Loudoun Times-Mirror. “It is not the only violent sport, but it is violent - controlled most of the time, but violent. … If you have ever been on the bottom of a pileup fighting for a loose football, you know what violence is. There is only one loose ball then, but there is a whole lot of grabbing going on. Too, if you have ever lined up against someone like Jim Taylor or Jim Brown, you would wish you weren’t there. I did; I stayed, and I went after the ball carrier because that was my job; that’s why they paid me. Football is a contact sport, and the fans love it.” Robert Lee “Sam” Huff was born in a coal-mining camp outside Farmington, West Virginia, on Oct. 4, 1934. While his two brothers followed their father into the coal mines, Huff became an all-state football player at Farmington High School, winning a scholarship to West Virginia University. During his senior year at Farmington, he married classmate Mary Fletcher. They had three children together. After a college football career that saw him voted an All-American player, Huff was drafted by the New York Giants in 1956. In seven seasons with the Giants, Huff developed into a formidable middle linebacker. The Giants won the NFL Championship his rookie year and, in 1958, lost to the Baltimore Colts in a championship game that has been called the “Great-
est Game Ever Played.” Despite his successes with the Giants, Huff was traded to the Washington Redskins in 1964, a move he saw as a betrayal by Giants head coach Allie Sherman. “As long as I live, I will never forgive Allie Sherman for trading me,” Huff wrote in his 1988 autobiography. But Huff quickly became an integral force in the Washington defense and played with the team until an ankle injury forced him to retire in 1968. When coaching legend Vince Lombardi became the Redskin’s coach the following year, he talked Huff into coming out of retirement. But after the 1969 season, Huff retired for good. The game had taken a physical toll, but Huff had no regrets: “We tried to knock our opponents out,” Huff wrote in the Loudoun Times-Mirror. “Was that full speed attack dangerous? Yes, it was. Was it safe? No, it wasn’t. Was it necessary? It won games.” In his book about the 1958 NFL Championship, “The Best Game Ever,” journalist Mark Bowden described Huff as “an outsized character, with enough ambition on and off the field to frighten the faint of heart. … He was outspoken, brash and unapologetic.” For all his celebrity, however, Huff never forgot his humble beginnings, said Billie Van Pay, who became a close friend of Huff’s later in life. “He had a generosity of spirit,” said Van Pay, “and never forgot the people who had helped him along the way.” See HUFF, page 14
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After VDOT reveals ballooning cost estimates for Warrenton road projects, council hits pause
Do you stand out in a crowd? Council members delay VDOT cost-share application decision for 30 days
project at $1.5 million and the roundabout at $1.4 million. The town committed to providing half of the funding, with the state paying for the rest. That funding is still available to By Robin Earl the town. When the state further Fauquier Times Staff Writer analyzed the concepts in mid-SepThe Virginia Department of tember, however, the cost estimates Transportation cost estimates for came back several times higher: $4.2 two proposed Warrenton road proj- million (in 2021 dollars) for the Main ects — improvements on Main Street project and $6.8 million for Street and a roundabout at Walker the roundabout. With inflation — Drive and East Lee Street — have the projects wouldn’t actually break risen by millions of dollars from ini- ground until the late 2020s — the tialfirst projections, leaving Warrenton The Fauquier Times is a direct descendant of Warrenton’s original newspaper, the Palladium of Liberty, published in 1817. Today, the Fauquier Timestrue and its combined cost could be closer to sister publications are locally owned by Piedmont Media LLC. The Fauquier Times is published weekly on Wednesdays; Prince William Times publishes every Town Councilthemembers frustrated $17 million, according to VDOT esThursday. Piedmont Media also produces the magazine InFauquier, and websites and Fauquier.com and Princewilliamtimes.com. uncertain about how to proceed. timates, meaning the town could be On Nov. 9, council members vot- on the hook for more than $8 million. We have openings for the following positions: ed to table for 30 days the decision on VDOT has provided no explanaReporter - Fauquier Times, Reporter - Prince William Times, whether or not toFreelance apply for newWriters VDOT tion for the drastic increase, accordand Graphic Designer (graphic designer must have stronggrants InDesign cost-sharing to makeskills). up some ing to discussion at the Nov. 9 meetof the difference. The deadline to ap- ings. A VDOT spokesperson did not Reporters and Freelance Writers, please send your resume and published ply for new grants in 2021 wasnews Oct. 8,clips to a request for comment to rearl@fauquier.com.but council member James Hartman respond from the Fauquier Times. (Ward 4)cover said as letter, he made the motion Reporter - Fauquier Times, Reporter - Prince Council members weren’t the only Graphic Designers, please send your resume, to pause, “We were still receiving new ones to express frustration about the William Times, Freelance Writers, and Graphic with a link to your portfolio to art@fauquier.com information up until a few hours ago. ballooning project estimates. Del. MiDesigner (must have strong InDesign skills). We need the time to digest and … chael Webert (R-18th) called in to the make a good decision.” In October, meeting to express his outrage. He Reporters and Freelance Writers, please send your resume VDOT gave the town a one-month ex- promised that the issue is “on my raand published news clips to rearl@fauquier.com tension of the deadline. dar.” He said he would do everything in In 2019, the town successfully ap- his power to help the town council reGraphic Designers, please send your resume, cover letter, plied for two cost-sharing grants to help solve transportation issues with VDOT. with a link to your portfolio to art@fauquier.com pay for the two road projects. Then, preliminary estimates put the Main Street See VDOT, page 31
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‘Trip’ Bopp homicide case set for joint trial of 4 defendants September trial could take place outside Fauquier County By Liam Bowman
Piedmont Journalism Foundation
The four defendants accused of murdering 24-year-old Charles “Trip” Bopp, III in Remington on April 22 will be tried together in a 15-day jury trial next September, Circuit Judge James Plowman ruled at a Nov. 10 hearing. Martin Martinez, 30, of Manassas; Jury Guerra, 28, of Woodbridge; Darren Davis, 36, of Manassas; and José Pereira, 31, of Manassas are each charged with first-degree murder and other felonies in connection with Bopp’s homicide. None of the four have been released from custody since their arrest in April, and they each face a maximum sentence of life in prison if convicted. An attorney for Pereira objected to prosecutors’ motion to try the defendants together, claiming such a trial could prejudice a jury against his client. None of the other defendants objected, however, and Plowman ruled that a joint trial was appropriate. Bopp, the son of a recently retired Fauquier sheriff’s deputy, was shot and killed in his driveway after returning to his home and interrupting a burglary, according to investigators. The suspects had intended to burglarize another nearby residence but had the wrong address, according to previous court testimony. Bopp had no prior connection to the defendants. At Wednesday’s hearing, Senior Assistant Commonwealth’s Attorney Abigail Owens argued that her motion to join the four defendants into one jury trial was a matter of efficiency, given the complexity of the case and the fact that the defendants are charged in connection with the same crime. “We have at least 30 to 40 witnesses” planned for the trial, said Owens. “I think it would be extremely burdensome on our witnesses were there four separate trials.” Owens continued, “We’re talking about conspiracy here; conspiracy to commit burglary that eventually turned into a murder.” Defense attorneys for Davis, Guerra and Martinez initially objected to the Commonwealth’s motion when it was filed last month. But at Wednesday’s hearing, they did not oppose the motion. Pereira’s attorney, however, continued his opposition to the joint trial, arguing that it would constitute “significant” prejudice to Pereira. Mark Branca, representing Pereira, stated in a Nov. 8 motion that a “crucial defense” to prosecutors’ allegations of coordinated action among the suspects is “abandonment,” a criminal defense in which the defendant claims he withdrew from a criminal act before its completion. “Mr. Pereira’s ability to present an abandonment defense is greatly
(From top left) Darren Nathaniel Davis, 36; Jury Beatrice Guerra, 28; Martin Anuar Martinez, 30; and José Vidal Pereira, 31 hindered in a joint trial because of the potential hostile and antagonistic positions taken on behalf of his co-defendants,” the motion said. “For instance, if either Mr. Pereira or one of his co-defendants were to identify the triggerman, then the defendant named as the triggerman would not be able to adequately rely on the abandonment defense.” Given the extensive and violent criminal histories of Davis and Martinez, Branca added Wednesday, “There is evidence that would be admissible in a joint trial that wouldn’t be in a separate trial” for Pereira. “I would point out that Mr. Pereira also has an extensive criminal history, just like his co-defendants,” Owens replied at the hearing. Pereira himself was convicted in 2009 on a felony drug charge and in 2013 of two misdemeanors, including for shooting a firearm in a public place. He is currently awaiting the resolution of two felony drug charges in Prince William County, for which he was arrested and released on bail in August 2020. While released on bail, Pereira was ordered to wear a GPS-enabled ankle monitor, which allegedly placed him at the scene of the April 22 homicide. In her original Oct. 5 motion to join the cases, Owens said that prosecutors are “not aware of any evidence that would only be admissible against some of the defendants but not others. Nor is the commonwealth aware of any evidence that would be prejudicial against one or more defendants should it be admitted to trial.” Plowman ultimately granted the prosecution’s motion to join the cases, saying there was “not really any dispute as to whether there’s good cause to join the cases. … It’s a question of whether a defendant can prove prejudice, and all I’ve heard is theoretical or hypothetical prejudice.” Plowman also said he would be open to trying the defendants outside Fauquier County; he said the relatively small Fauquier Circuit Court would be ill-suited for such a sprawling trial. The jury trial is scheduled for Sept. 19 to Oct. 7, 2022. Reach Liam Bowman at lbowman@fauquier.com
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Verdun Adventure Bound offers a range of family adventures By Aimee O’Grady
Holiday festival
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These past 18 months have shown Fauquier residents the value and convenience of connectivity. From home offices to home school rooms, family members are tied to devices now more than ever before. But at Verdun Adventure Bound in Rixeyville, families are encouraged to disconnect and really recharge. “When family members spend time outside, they are better able to set aside daily household distractions. It’s impossible to tackle a long-awaited household project if you’re hiking. … There is just something about the drastic change of scenery from a community of homes to a wooded forest, to make you feel like you have really gotten away for the day,” said director Sean McElhinney.
Guided tours
Fauquier residents are lucky to live just a short drive from exciting outdoor activities nestled among beautiful scenery. From rolling hills, to steep hiking trails, to both calm and whitewater river rides, but if you are new to the area, just new to seeking adventures, it can be intimidating to set out on that first trip. Verdun Adventure Bound, just 30 miles from Shenandoah National Park, offers guided adventures in Shenandoah National Park and on the Rappahannock River. “We love to take people out to experience all the great outdoor adventure resources we have so close to home! These trips are designed to foster a greater appreciation for nature in our area and to educate our participants on how to engage in these activities safely on their own.” said McElhinney.
Camping at Verdun
For those who aren’t quite ready to set off on a day trip, families can
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Kate Capezio, a 6th-grader at Warrenton Middle School, races down the dual zip lines at Verdun Adventure Bound during a Nov. 6 team-building outing. experience plenty of adventures on Verdun’s 65-plus acre campus, beginning with an evening camp-out beneath the stars. Each of Verdun’s 15 campsites include a fire ring, picnic table and cooking grate. Seven of these can accommodate up to 50 campers. “When a family camps at Verdun, they have access to fishing in the pond, hiking the nature trails, beach volleyball and more. They can also add on a four-hour high ropes experience, archery, or canoeing and kayaking,” said McElhinney. The tent-camping sites come with creature comforts, including bathroom facilities and hot showers.
Annual events
Verdun Adventure Bound has scheduled programing throughout the year, including summer camps, concerts, 5K trail runs and festivals. Watch for details about their Dead of Winter 5K, typically scheduled
at the end of February. Spring and summer events, including summer camps, will be posted to the website at the end of winter/early spring.
Programs for at-risk youth
Verdun also offers two programs for at-risk youth and adults. The Groundwork Project encourages young people to develop leadership skills, build teamwork and establish careers through adventure-bound learning and Project SOAR, which supports those in our community living in recovery. The mission of Verdun Adventure Bound is to use a multi-faceted challenge course, community partnerships and natural resources in the area to provide custom experiences that connect people to one another and their community. Verdun promotes individual and collective growth through programs designed to meet the specific needs of its clients and the community as a whole.
What: Second annual Verdun Holiday Fest and European Christmas Market When: Dec. 11 and 12; noon to 7 p.m. Where: Verdun Adventure Bound, 17044 Adventure Bound Trail, Rixeyville Activities: Dueling zipline, climbing tower, bouldering wall, Santa’s workshop, Santa’s celebration of lights sleigh ride, pictures with Santa, pony rides, pet adoptions, live music, strolling carolers, wrapping station, traditional European Christmas market with craft vendors, food and adult beverages Cost: Free More information: www.verdunadventurebound.org
For the community
For office and community groups, Verdun offers team-building activities, venue rental space for company retreats, Scouting events and school and youth groups. Each group receives Verdun’s tailored leadership development programs set on their 55-acre campus. During summer, Verdun hosts summer camps for students ages 7 to 17. Camps include young explorers, adventure camps and a camp called Muddy Tracks, a sleep-away camp hosted off campus. Campers test their abilities on Verdun’s high and low rope courses, hiking and backpacking in the Shenandoah National Park and white water rafting in the Rappahannock River.
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47 local organizations receive PATH Flexible Funding grants The PATH Foundation has announced the recipients of its latest round of Flexible Funding grants. Forty-seven organizations received more than $1.5M in funding to support their missions and strengthen the health and vitality of everyone in the community. The Flexible Funding grant cycle offered up to $75,000 in unrestricted general operating support for 501(c)3 nonprofit organizations. As unrestricted funds, the awards can be used as needed for nonprofits to meet their missions. The funding cycle is designed to prioritize organizations and populations that are most in need. “With this iteration of our Flexible Funding grant cycle, we’re continuing our support of local organizations doing important or urgent work in the community,” said Christy Connolly, president and CEO of the PATH Foundation. All grantees have overall mission statements or ongoing programs that intersect with the PATH Foundation’s four priority areas: access to health, childhood wellness, mental
health and senior services. In addition, all grantees demonstrated their alignment with the mission and values of the PATH Foundation. To learn more about available PATH Foundation grants, those interested may visit PATH’s Our Grants page. The full list of Flexible Funding grant recipients is below. • Afro-American Historical Association of Fauquier County: $50,000 • American Red Cross of Central Virginia: $7,700 • Boys & Girls Club of Fauquier: $50,000 • Bull Run Mountains Conservancy, Inc.: $25,000 • CASA Children’s Intervention Services: $40,000 • Catholic Charities Diocese of Arlington: $50,000 • Community Touch: $50,000 • Culpeper Baptist Church: $50,000 • Culpeper Community Development Corporation: $50,000 • Culpeper Winter Heat Shelter: $17,000 • Family Futures: $7,000 • Fauquier Community Child Care,
Inc.: $50,000 • Fauquier Education Farm: $30,000 • Fauquier Family Shelter Services, Inc: $50,000 • Fauquier FISH: $50,000 • Fauquier Habitat for Humanity: $50,000 • Fauquier Youth Livestock Advisory Council: $50,000 • Friends of the Rappahannock: $25,000 • Girls on the Run Piedmont: $20,000 • Goose Creek Association: $10,000 • Headwaters Foundation: $50,000 • Hero’s Bridge: $50,000 • Hope Heals Foundation: $15,000 • Hospice Support of Fauquier County: $18,835 • Minority and Veteran Farmers of the Piedmont: $30,000 • Morgan’s Message, Inc.: $20,000 • Northern Virginia 4-H Educational and Conference Center: $11,000 • People Helping People: $30,000 • People Incorporated of Virginia: $50,000 • Piedmont Dispute Resolution Center: $40,000
• Piedmont Environmental Council: $25,000 • Piedmont Regional Dental Clinic, Inc.: $30,000 • Rainbow Therapeutic Riding Center: $12,500 • Rapp Center for Education: $25,000 • Rapp@Home: $50,000 • Rappahannock Pantry, Inc.: $50,000 • Spiritual Care Support Ministries: $20,000 • The Arc of North Central VA: $17,515 • The Bridge Community Church: $12,800 • The Clifton Institute: $25,000 • The Free Clinic of Culpeper: $40,000 • The Plains Community League: $15,000 • Verdun Adventure Bound, Inc.: $30,000 • Warrenton Youth Sports Club: $25,000 • Windmore Foundation for the Arts: $5,000 • Windy Hill Foundation: $26,000 • Youth For Tomorrow: $50,000 Total Funding: $1,505,350
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Warrenton man arrested after allegedly fleeing law enforcement, striking deputy By Liam Bowman
Piedmont Journalism Foundation
A Warrenton man was arrested Nov. 8 after an incident at Fauquier Hospital in which he allegedly fled from law enforcement officers in his car and struck a Fauquier sheriff’s deputy with the vehicle. Charging documents allege that he was under the influence of cocaine at the time. Hunter Smith, 25, of Warrenton, has been charged with assault and battery on a law enforcement officer, eluding law enforcement, felony destruction of property, driving while intoxicated, driving under a revoked license and driving an uninsured vehicle, according to the criminal complaint filed with his arrest. On Monday, Nov. 8, deputies with the Fauquier County Sheriff’s Office were called to Fauquier Hospital by someone who had taken Smith in for a mental evaluation. The caller said that Smith “would run if he saw [law enforcement].” A deputy arrived at Fauquier Hospital but did not immediately find Smith. The complaint said that the deputy saw Smith exit a vehicle and run for his truck. They then chased after Smith, commanding him to stop running. Smith “got into his vehicle,” the
complaint continued, “and after being repeatedly commanded to shut his vehicle off and get out, he backed up and struck a deputy standing to the rear of his vehicle. [Smith] then fled the scene.” The deputy struck by Smith’s truck was not injured, said Capt. Chad Brubaker. Shortly after Smith fled the hospital, someone called 911 and told a dispatcher that Smith had driven through a front yard and crashed on the 200 block of Carriage Chase Circle, according to the complaint. Warrenton police officers detained Smith and deputies took him into custody. Field sobriety tests revealed “signs consistent with being under the influence,” the complaint said. While in custody, Smith appeared to be overdosing, Brubaker said, “at which point deputies administered Narcan and requested medics to respond.” Smith told EMTs that he had taken cocaine and Suboxone – a prescription drug used to reverse the effects of an opioid overdose – about an hour before, the complaint alleged. Smith was taken back to Fauquier Hospital for treatment before being transported to the Fauquier Adult Detention Center, where he remains in custody, according to Brubaker.
NFL Hall of Famer Sam Huff dies at 87 HUFF, from page 9 After retirement, Huff spent a season as an assistant coach for the Redskins and ran an unsuccessful congressional campaign in West Virginia before taking a job with Marriott hotels. In 1975, he returned to the Redskins as a sports broadcaster, forming a radio broadcast team with former teammate Sonny Jurgensen and play-by-play announcer Frank Herzog. “My brother and I grew up listening to Frank, Sonny and Sam on Sundays,” said Scott Ferrell , an Alexandria native who now lives in Jeffersonton. “We would come home from church and turn on the game. We would turn the volume down on the T.V. and listen to them on the radio. … [Sam] was really down to earth; he told it like it was and would get all excited when the defense made a good play.” Huff settled in Middleburg with his longtime partner, Carol Holden, and raised horses. A horse racing enthusiast, Huff raised several racehorses and partnered with Holden in 1987 to found the West Virginia Breeder Classics horse races in Charles Town, West Virginia. For many years, Huff was a constant figure at the now-shuttered Coach Stop restaurant in Middleburg. “People came to the Coach Stop just to see him,” said Van Pay,
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Sam Huff and Carol Holden, before the Virginia Gold Cup in 2014. “and he would talk to anyone, especially if they wanted to talk to him about football.” “He was a town celebrity,” Van Pay added. “He always drew a crowd.” In 2013, Huff’s memory had begun to deteriorate, and he was diagnosed with dementia. The diagnosis forced him to retire from broadcasting. Van Pay, who helped Huff write his columns, said, “When he knew he couldn’t go back to the [broadcast] booth, it broke his heart. … Nevertheless, he never regretted playing the game he loved.” Huff is survived by Holden and two children from his marriage to Mary Fletcher: Catherine Huff Myers of Alexandria and Joseph D. Huff of Fort Pierce, Florida. Reach Liam Bowman at lbowman@fauquier.com
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CALENDAR OF HOLIDAY EVENTS Craft fair
What: Santa’s Village Craft Fair When: Saturday, Nov. 20; 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Where: Fauquier High School, 705 Waterloo Road Details: More than 50 crafters and vendors offering local products for holiday shopping; food truck and bake sales Contact: Marsha Melkonian marshamelk@hotmail.com
“Gift of the Magi - The Musical”
What: Fauquier Community Theatre presents the holiday classic “Gift of the Magi - The Musical.” When: Friday, Nov. 26 to Sunday, Dec.12; Friday and Saturday performances are at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday matinees are at 2 p.m. Where: Vint Hill Theater on the Green, 4225 Aiken Drive, Warrenton Cost: Tickets for reserved seating are $18 for students; $20 for seniors; and $22 for adults Tickets: www.FCTstage.org or call 540-349-8760
Christmas at Maple Tree Farm
What: Enchanted ½-mile stroll around the farm with lights, music and holiday characters When: Opening Friday, Nov. 26; days and times will vary Where: Maple Tree Farm, 8275
Maple Tree Lane, Warrenton Cost: Timed tickets may be purchased through the farm’s website for $8 to $13 Info: mapletreefarmva.com or 540316-0206
“The Nutcracker”
What: Virginia National Ballet presents “The Nutcracker” When: Friday, Nov. 26; 2 and 6:30 p.m. Where: Hylton Performing Arts Center, 10960 George Mason Circle, Manassas Cost: $63 to $68 Tickets: https://hylton.calendar. gmu.edu/virginia-national-ballet-thenutcracker/
Warrenton Christmas Parade
What: Christmas parade hosted by First Responders Mutual Aid, a nonprofit organization When: Friday, Dec. 3; 6 p.m. Where: On Main Street in Warrenton, from Fifth Street to Courthouse Square How to register to participate: Register through Warrenton Christmas Parade Facebook page Cost: $50 for businesses that are not already sponsors; free to non-profits Details: First Responders Mutual Aid is working with the town of Warrenton and the Virginia Department of Health to address and COVID concerns Extra: There will be a fireworks display at the end of the parade; Mr.
and Mrs. Claus will make their first appearance of the season
Marshall Christmas Parade
What: Community holiday celebration co-sponsored by Marshall Volunteer Fire and Rescue Department and Marshall Moving Forward When: Saturday, Dec. 4; 11 a.m. (lineup is at 10 a.m.) Where: Marshall’s Main Street More information: https://www.mightycause.com/ organization/Marshall-MovingForward
Remington Christmas Parade
What: Christmas parade through the town of Remington, hosted by Remington Volunteer Fire Department When: Saturday, Dec. 4; 6 p.m. (lineup at 5 p.m. at M.M. Pierce Elementary School) Where: Starts at M.M. Pierce Elementary School, continues down Church Street and down Main Street; ends at Remington Fire Department Info: 540-439-6870; parade@rvfrd.com
Christmas in Middleburg
What: Community event featuring activities all day When: Saturday, Dec. 4, from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Christmas parade begins at 2 p.m. Where: Washington Street,
Middleburg and nearby Details: A breakfast with Santa at 8 a.m. at the Middleburg Community Charter School; a parade with 150 horses at 11 a.m.; a craft fair at the Middleburg Community Center; an animal-friendly Christmas Parade beginning at 2 p.m.; the Spirit of Middleburg celebrating food and wine from 3 to 6 p.m.; and a Christmas tree lighting begins with caroling at 5 p.m. Cost: Parking passes available for $30 to $50 per vehicle Info: www.christmasinmiddleburg.org
Christmas market
What: Music, crafts, vendors, a live nativity and a visit from Santa When: Saturday, Dec. 4; 2 to 6 p.m. Where: The Remington Community Garden, 150 West Bowen St., Remington
“The Nutcracker”
What: The Centre Performing Arts Company present “The Nutcracker” When: Saturday, Dec. 4 and Sunday, Dec. 5; 4 p.m. Where: Fauquier High School, 705 Waterloo Road, Warrenton Cost: $25; $20 for 12 and under; and free for children under 2 Tickets: Centrecompany.org See HOLIDAY, page 17
UPCOMING FAUQUIER EVENTS NOV. 17 TO 23 Ongoing events Food collection
What: Food collection for Fauquier’s neediest families When: Wednesday, Nov. 17 through Friday, Nov. 26; noon to 5 p.m. Where: Barrel Oak Winery, 3623 Grove Lane, Delaplane Info: Bring in 4 items for a complimentary tasting or flight
Wednesday, Nov. 17 Country market
What: Hunt country market of Upperville When: Wednesday, Nov. 17; 4 to 8 p.m. Where: Buchanan Hall, 8549 John S. Mosby Highway, Upperville
ESL class
What: English-as-a-second-language class presented by Piedmont Regional Adult and Career Education programs When: Wednesday, Nov. 17; 6 to 9 p.m. Where: John Marshall Library, Marshall Community Center, 4133 Rectortown Road, Marshall Cost: Free Info: 540-718-8243
Trivia
What: Small team trivia When: Wednesday, Nov. 17; 6 to 8 p.m. Where: Barking Rose Brewery, 9057 Old Culpeper Road, Warrenton Cost: Free to play with prizes
Trivia night
What: Trivia hosted by Fauquier Trivia When: Wednesday, Nov. 17; 6 to 8 p.m. Where: Old Bust Head Brewing Company, 7134 Farm Station Road, Warrenton
Thursday, Nov. 18 Coffee and conversation
What: Fellowship, encouragement, and hope through conversation with others
When: Thursday, Nov. 18; 10 a.m. to noon Where: Spiritual Care Ministries, 7179 New Hope Lane, Warrenton Cost: Free; light refreshments provided Info: 540-349-5814
Weekly meeting
What: Rotary Club of Warrenton When: Thursday, Nov. 18; 12:15 to 1:15 p.m. Where: The Gathering Place, 650 Alwington Place, Warrenton Info: 540-661-7841
Book club
What: Book club for adults only to read and discuss “The Fly Trap” by Fredrik Sjoberg When: Thursday, Nov. 18; 6 to 8 p.m. Where: The Clifton Institute, 6712 Blantyre Road, Warrenton Cost: Free Details: Participants are to be fully vaccinated and to wear masks Registration: 540-341-3651.
Chamber celebration and gala
What: Fauquier Chamber celebration and gala with a dance contest featuring the Silver Tones When: Thursday, Nov. 18; 5:30 to 9:30 p.m. Where: Great Marsh Estate, 6105 Great Marsh Place, Bealeton Details: Wear roaring ‘20’s attire Cost: $100 per guest Tickets: www.fauquierchamber.org/events
ESL class
What: English-as-a-second-language class presented by Piedmont Regional Adult and Career Education programs When: Thursday, Nov. 18; 6 to 9 p.m. Where: John Marshall Library, Marshall Community Center, 4133 Rectortown Road, Marshall Cost: Free Info: 540-718-8243
Book club
What: Mystery book club to discuss “Eight Perfect
Murders” by Peter Swanson When: Thursday, Nov. 18; noon to 1 p.m. Where: Virtual Cost: Free Register: Email pamela.lovera@fauquiercounty.gov or call 540-422-8500, ext. 2
Story time
What: Stories for young children and caregivers to do finger plays and sing-alongs When: Thursday, Nov. 18; 10:30 to 10:45 a.m. Where: Virtual Cost: Free Info: Required registration at https://bit.ly/ FPLstorytimefall
Trivia night
What: Trivia hosted by Fauquier Trivia When: Thursday, Nov. 18; 7 to 9p.m. Where: Wort Hog Brewing Company, 41 Beckham St., Warrenton
Game night
What: Game night with Multiverse Comics When: Thursday, Nov. 18; 5:30 to 9 p.m. Where: Beer Hound Brewery, 201 Waters Place, Culpeper
Live music
What: Music featuring Acoustics with Johnny When: Thursday, Nov. 18; 6 to 9 p.m. Where: O’Brien’s Irish Pub, 380 Broadview Ave., Warrenton
Friday, Nov. 19 Pet clinic
What: Pet wellness clinic for testing and vaccinations When: Friday, Nov. 19; 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Where: Fauquier SPCA, 9350 Rogues Road, Midland Cost: Pricing varies Appointment: 540-788-9000 ext. 208 for appointment See CALENDAR, page 17
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Screening of “Elf”
The First Christmas
What: Movie at the Meadow presenting “Elf” When: Saturday, Dec. 4 (snow date is Saturday, Dec. 11); gates open at 5 p.m. and the movie starts at 6 p.m. Where: Great Meadow Equestrian Center, 5089 Old Tavern Road, The Plains Details: The audio will be transmitted via car radios; food trucks will sell refreshments Cost: Free
Craft fair
What: Grace Miller PTO craft fair When: Saturday, Dec. 4 Where: Grace Miller Elementary School, 6248 Catlett Road, Bealeton Details: Masks required to shop Contact: Vendors interested in participating may email PTO.gracemiller@gmail.com
Breakfast with Santa
What: Children are invited to share breakfast with Santa When: Sunday, Dec. 5; 8 a.m. to noon Where: The Remington Volunteer Fire Department, 200 East Marshall St., Remington Cost: Bring a toy and eat for free, or pay $9/plate
Warrenton Chorale
What: A Christmas concert When: Thursday, Dec. 9 and Friday, Dec. 10, 7:30 pm; Saturday, Dec. 11, 3 p.m. Where: Warrenton Presbyterian Church, 91 Main St. Tickets: $15 for adults; children through 12th grade, $5; buy tickets at the door, or at Warrenton businesses: Great Harvest Bread; Deja Brew, Oak View National Bank-Warrenton, g. willikers, Warrenton Jewelers (Tickets will not be available CALENDAR, from page 16
Book cellar
What: Book cellar featuring books, movies and music sponsored by the Friends of the Fauquier Library When: Friday, Nov. 19; 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Where: John Barton Payne Building Basement, 2 Courthouse Square, Warrenton Info: 540-341-3447 to volunteer
Musical production
What: “Annie the Musical” featuring the Allegro Community Players When: Friday, Nov. 19; 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. Where: Liberty High School, 6300 Independence Ave., Bealeton Cost: General admission $15; adults 65-plus and children ages 4-10; $10, children under 4, free Tickets: www.etix.com/ ticket/p/3479890/annie-the-musical Info: 540-349-5088
Farm brewery dinner
What: Powers farm brewery dinner with crafted beers and several course dinner When: Friday, Nov. 19; 5 to 8 p.m. Where: Powers Farm and Brewery, 9269 Redemption Way, Midland Cost: $150 Tickets: www.eventbrite.com/e/ powers-farm-brewery-dinnertickets-203221168987
Live music
What: Music featuring the Furnace Mountain Band When: Friday, Nov. 19; 8 to 10:30 p.m. Where: Gloria Faye Dingus Alliance, 92 Main St., Suite 104, Warrenton Cost: Tickets $25; children 12 and under admitted free with parent Reservations: 540-680-2296
What: A horse-powered reading session of Luke 2:8 to 20, for ages 5 and older When: Saturday, Dec. 11; 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Where: Ridge View Ranch, 10407 Eustace Road, Midland Details: Teams will lead a horse through reading comprehension activities to help participants understand the Bible’s Luke, Chapter 2 from the perspective of the shepherds; there will also be a live/interactive Nativity, vendors and a food truck Cost: $15 for a 30-minute session; spaces are limited Contact: ridgeviewranchva@gmail.com
Holiday festival
What: Second annual Verdun Holiday Fest and European Christmas Market When: Dec. 11 and 12; noon to 7 p.m. Where: Vedun Adventure Bound, 17044 Adventure Bound Trail, Rixeyville Activities: Dueling zipline, climbing tower, bouldering wall, Santa’s workshop, Santa’s celebration of lights sleigh ride, pictures with Santa, pony rides, pet adoptions, live music, strolling carolers, wrapping station, traditional European christmas market with craft vendors, food and adult beverages Cost: Free More information: www.verdunadventurebound.org
Christmas concert
What: A Baroque Christmas When: Sunday, Dec. 12, 5 p.m. Where: Grace Episcopal Church, 6506 Main St. in The Plains, Details: Baroque orchestral music featuring the Grace Church Choir singing excerpts from Vivaldi’s Gloria; part of the Paragon Philharmonia series Info: Paragonphilharmonia.org.
Saturday, Nov. 20 Food giveaway
BLM vigil
Surviving the holidays
Freedom rally
What: Food giveaway for those in need When: Saturday, Nov. 20; 9 a.m. until food is gone Where: Warrenton United Methodist Church, 341 Church St., Warrenton What: Program is for adults and teens who are grieving the death of a loved one When: Saturday, Nov. 20; 10:30 a.m. to noon Where: Spiritual Care Support Ministries, 7179 New Hope Lane, Warrenton Cost: Free Info: RSVP to 540-349-5814
Craft fair
What: Santa’s Village craft fair with more than 50 crafters and vendors with a food truck and bake sales When: Saturday, Nov. 20; 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Where: Fauquier High School, 705 Waterloo Road, Warrenton Details: Participants, attendees must wear masks Info: Marsha Melkonian at marshamelk@hotmail.com
Book cellar
What: Book cellar featuring books, movies and music sponsored by the Friends of the Fauquier Library When: Saturday, Nov. 20; 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Where: John Barton Payne Building Basement, 2 Courthouse Square, Warrenton Info: 540-341-3447 to volunteer
Farmers market
What: Warrenton farmers market to support local farms and producers When: Saturday, Nov. 20; 8 a.m. to noon Where: Warrenton Farmers Market, 21 Main Street Parking Lot, Courthouse Square
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A Christmas tale
What: “Amahl and the Night Visitors,” an opera When: Saturday, Dec. 18; 4 and 8 p.m. Where: Grace Episcopal Church, 6507 Main St., The Plains Cost: Attendees are asked to make a donation; the 4 p.m. show is free to those with special needs; there is no cost to first responders, active military members or low-income individuals Tickets: shakespeareoperatheatre.com
Santa Claus is coming to town
What: Visit from Santa When: Saturday, Dec. 18; 11 a.m. to noon Where: The front porch of the John Page Turner Community House Details: Santa will give each child a gift, a snack and a craft to take home; parents are encouraged to take photos of their child with Santa
Holiday bird count
What: Annual holiday bird count When: Sunday, Dec. 19, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Where: Clifton Institute, 6712 Blantyre Road, Warrenton Details: Volunteers will spend the day surveying birds in a 15-mile-diameter count circle, which includes a variety of habitats. There is usually a variety of waterfowl and grassland birds. Staff will assign each person registered to a team led by an expert counter. Teams will drive from site to site, getting out at each to identify the birds together. Register: https://cliftoninstitute.org/event/ christmas-bird-count/
Light up the night
What: In a 25-year town tradition, Farolitos (paper lanterns) will line the streets of The Plains, placed by volunteers When: Friday, Dec. 24; beginning at 4 p.m. Details: All are welcome to join
What: Black Lives Matter vigil for action When: Saturday, Nov. 20; 10 to 10:45 a.m. Where: Old Town Warrenton, Courthouse Square, Warrenton Info: BLMVigilforAction@gmail.com
Live music
What: Music featuring Jacob Bennett When: Saturday, Nov. 20; 5 to 8 p.m. Where: Old Bust Head Brewing Company, 7134 Farm Station Road, Warrenton
Live music
What: Political rally When: Saturday, Nov. 20; 10 to 11 a.m. Where: Old Town Warrenton, Courthouse Square, Warrenton
What: Music featuring Bobby G and The Heavies When: Saturday, Nov. 20; 8 to 11 p.m. Where: O’Brien’s Irish Pub, 380 Broadview Ave., Warrenton
Musical production
Live music
What: “Annie the Musical” featuring the Allegro Community Players When: Saturday, Nov. 20; 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. Where: Liberty High School, 6300 Independence Ave., Bealeton Cost: General admission $15; adults 65-plus and children ages 4 to 10; $10, children under 4, free. Tickets: www.etix.com/ ticket/p/3479890/annie-the-musical Info: 540-349-5088
Nature walk
What: Outdoor event for adults and children ages 12 and up for a trail walk When: Saturday, Nov. 20; 1 to 3 p.m. Where: Clifton Institute, 6712 Blantyre Road, Warrenton Cost: Free Info: Required registration at 540341-3651. Bring a water bottle, hat, sunscreen, bug spray, camera, and binoculars. Masks required if event is moved indoors
Geology walk
What: Walk on the Sensory Explorers’ Trail When: Saturday, Nov. 20; 10 to 11 a.m. Where: Sky Meadows State Park, 11012 Edmonds Lane, Delaplane Cost: $10 car parking fee Info: 540-592-3556
What: Music featuring Bryan Baxter When: Saturday, Nov. 20; 2 to 5 p.m. Where: Philip Carter Winery, 4366 Stillhouse Road, Hume
Live music
What: Music featuring Kari Stoll Blue and Rock Band When: Saturday, Nov. 20; 12:30 to 4:30 p.m. Where: Blue Valley Vineyard and Winery, 5535 Blue Valley Way, Delaplane
Sunday, Nov. 21 Farmers market
What: Farmers market When: Sunday, Nov. 21; 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Where: Archwood Green Barns, 4557 Old Tavern Road, The Plains Info: 540-253-5289
Separation support
What: Support group for those who are divorced or separated When: Sunday, Nov. 21; 6 to 7:30 p.m. Where: Spiritual Care Support Ministries, 7179 New Hope Lane, Warrenton Cost: Free RSVP: 540-349-5814 See CALENDAR, page 31
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Two local residents turn 100 years old Bring out the balloons. Two local women are celebrating their centennials this month. Naomi “Nonie” Anderson, a resident at Hidden Springs Senior Living, will turn 100 on Nov. 24. Phyllis Church of Midland will celebrate her 100th on Nov. 27. Anderson is originally from Shepherdstown, West Virginia. A mother of two, she was a supervisor of the American Viscose Corporation in Front Royal and attended United Methodist Church there. She graduated from Warren County High School. Courtney North of Hidden Springs said that she is “quite the artist” and loves to paint. She added that the senior living center will be celebrating Anderson’s birthday this week. North said, “I asked her what the secret to becoming a centenarian is,” and Anderson’s response was “working hard and determination. My goal was to turn 100; now to the
next goal!” Church has lived in Midland for 15 years with her son Corky. She has three sons, seven grandchildren, 10 great-grandchildren and one great-great-granddaughter. Granddaughter Mindy Bailey said, “We just celebrated her 100th this past weekend! “Pre-COVID she attended weekly senior bingo games at Bealeton McDonald’s. She loves their senior coffee.” Church attended Midland Methodist Church and was also a regular attendee at the senior luncheon at the Sumerduck Ruritan Club senior luncheon. Bailey said, “She enjoys horse shows; her father was a steeplechase jockey. She tries to attend the fall Gold Cup and the annual Warrenton Horse Shows.” She added, “She loves Elvis Presley. At any gathering, she is the first and last one in the dance floor.”
At any gathering, Phyllis Church is the first and last one on the dance floor.
“Nonie” Anderson, who lives at Hidden Springs Senior Living, will celebrate her 100th birthday on Nov. 24.
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Questions to consider when choosing a senior development Senior living communities have changed a lot over the past couple of decades. No longer considered “rest homes,” they are geared to the lifestyles of modern, active senior citizens. You can find a variety of living arrangements, from single homes to apartments and individual rooms, all in environments that provide lots of activities and tailored to the unique needs of an older community. Caring.com offers suggestions about finding the right fit.
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There are many kinds of senior care -- from independent living communities to assisted living communities to memory care facilities. Talk with your family to decide what kind of assistance/care you will need. Some facilities will work with you over the full spectrum of care.
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Compare several communities and establish a realistic price point for your lifestyle. Caring.com says you can get help from veterans’ benefits, long-term care insurance, Social Security, pensions or annuities, real estate assets, life insurance, Medicare and Medicaid and other programs. Ask the experts at your senior services department to help identify ways to pay for your senior living, both now and when more involved care is needed.
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Making communities healthier, today and for future generations Fauquier Health is proud to be a part of Warrenton, Fauquier County and surrounding areas. As a leader in our community, we strive to provide the highest quality care possible – both inside and outside our hospital walls – guided by our mission of making communities healthier. This mission has taken on a whole new meaning over the past year and a half, as our team of hard-working physicians and staff has worked alongside our local, regional and state partners to prevent the spread of COVID-19 in our communities. Through community alliances and partnerships, we have distributed countless face masks, provided continuous education and resources to the public, established a hotline number for community members and helped establish a
COVID-19 vaccine clinic that provided over 27,000 vaccinations to the public. Even through such a difficult period, we were able to make significantly positive impacts on our community in a number of beneficial ways. Over the past several years, Fauquier Health has: • Recruited physicians and advanced practice providers across multiple specialties, including emergency care, retina surgery, cardiology, hospital medicine, obstetrics and gynecology, midwifery, orthopedics, neurology, podiatry, primary care, interventional radiology and more. • Invested more than $30 million in capital improvements including facility upgrades and cutting-edge technology. • Distributed a payroll in excess
of $400 million to just over an average of 1,000 employees. • Paid more than $30 million in local and state taxes. This is an important benefit to the community, contributing to local projects, road maintenance, infrastructure and schools. • Provided over $2 million in community benefits programs that help to support local organizations, community events, physician recruitment efforts, tuition reimbursement and more. • Delivered over $50 million in charity and uncompensated care to our community members, regardless of their ability to pay. We are proud members of the Fauquier and Culpeper chambers of commerce and support multiple local organizations including Culpeper and Fauquier County
NAACP, Fauquier County Public Schools, Fauquier Free Clinic, Boys and Girls Club of Fauquier, SpiritWorks Foundation, various local food banks and many more. We are thankful for the trust our community instills in Fauquier Health. By choosing quality care close to home over a regional facility elsewhere, you are helping us to ensure our community’s access to better care, sustainment of local employment, enhanced economic development and, overall, a greater well-being of the place we call home. Learn more about the many ways Fauquier Health is making communities healthier, today and for future generations at FauquierHealth.org/Today. BY STEVEN WOJCIK Board chair for Fauquier Health
LETTERS TO THE EDITOR
Fauquier County residents are employed, yet struggle with the cost of living Every two years, a grassroots research initiative takes place to help our region identify our ALICE -- an acronym for Asset Limited, Income Constrained, Employed--populations. ALICE represents the growing number of households in our communities that are employed but do not earn enough to afford basic necessities. This week, United Way of the National Capital Area announces Nov. 15 to 19 as ALICE Awareness Week. Here’s why we all need to be aware of our ALICE neighbors and what they need to bridge their financial gap: Based on 2020 ALICE reports
for Fauquier County, 30% of households are ALICE—6% of households are at the poverty threshold and earn $26,500 (for a home of 4 persons) or less. This means that a large percentage of Fauquier County ALICE households do not qualify for federal programs that could help alleviate the burden of some of their monthly expenses, such as food and healthcare. To further illustrate the financial struggle of an ALICE household, let’s simulate a family of four and assume two adults are jointly earning the average income for the region of $92,145 (state average: $72,577) and supporting two chil-
dren. According to the fiscal year 2021 Fair Market Rent, our example ALICE family needs to earn an annual income of $70,600 to afford a two-bedroom rental. Thus, the cost of housing alone wipes out approximately 76% of this family’s household income, leaving minimal each month to cover the cost of food, childcare, healthcare, utilities, transportation and other incidentals. By partnering with United Way NCA, nonprofits, academic institutions, corporations, and other state organizations are using the ALICE data to stimulate meaningful discussion and inform strategies for positive change. Your United
Way NCA is part of that change. We are using this data to inform our goals, strategies and programs that help create more equitable access to health, education and economic opportunity. We hope to gain your support, partnerships and advocacy as we practice equity and as we look ahead. We believe that when none are ignored, all will thrive. To learn more about ALICE, please visit www.unitedwaynca.org/ ALICE. ROSIE ALLEN-HERRING President and CEO, United Way of the National Capital Area
COVID-19 vaccinations will allow children the freedoms they have been missing Many parents and children are feeling a great sense of relief at the recent ruling from the Food and Drug Association granting emergency authorization for a COVID vaccine for children 5 to 11 years old. The Associated Press reported, “A study found kid-size doses of the Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine were 91% effective at preventing symptomatic COVID-19. The 5- to 11-year-olds developed virus-fighting antibodies as strong as those of teens and young adults who got regular doses, with similar or fewer annoying reactions such as sore arms, fever or achiness.” I imagine many of you are thinking “but healthy children are very unlikely to be severely sick or die. How many children in Fauquier
have co-morbidities?” First, I ask you if those children who are immunocompromised or have underlying risk are inherently less valuable than healthy children? Can you imagine if your child made it through chemo, survived cancer, and then died from a preventable disease while in remission because their immune system was compromised? That happens during measles outbreaks – outbreaks which, like COVID-19, are fueled by the unvaccinated. Since the beginning of the pandemic, at least 1.8 million children in the U.S. between 5 and 12 have been diagnosed with COVID-19, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. More than 8,600 children have been sick enough to be hospitalized; one
third of those were healthy children with no obvious risks. Many children suffer “longCOVID,” which may lead to devastating health problems years from now, including severe heart or lung damage requiring transplants. A U.K. government study earlier this year, for instance, found that as many as one in eight older children and one in ten younger children suffer lingering symptoms after infection. Children can suffer neurological complications, including the “COVID fog.” COVID-19 was the sixth-leading cause of death in children ages 5 to 15 in the United States. Thirteen children in Virginia have died of COVID-19, 12 of them this year. In Suffolk in early October, a previously healthy 10-year-old came
home from school with a headache and died five days later. Pediatricians blame the increase in child deaths on the contagiousness of the Delta variant, and who knows what variant is coming next? COVID-19 is definitely not a disease that any parent should treat lightly. Vaccinating children will help speed the return of normal activities for all our kids, allowing them the freedoms they have been missing. Vaccination is not mandatory, but the evidence suggests it is a reasonable and safe choice to make for our kids, grandkids and community. For those who argue that “less than 1% of kids die from this disease,” please consider that your 1% may be another family’s 100%. HEATHER MCMAHON Midland
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WAKEFIELD VOLLEYBALL WINS TITLE The Wakefield School volleyball team won a climactic fifth set 15-11 over rival Highland to win the Greater Piedmont Athletic Conference (GPAC) championship.
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COUGARS FALL HARD IN PLAYOFF OPENER Kettle Run’s stellar football season ends in 45-12 loss to Tuscarora in region quarterfinals By Peter Brewington
Fauquier Times Staff Writer
The Kettle Run football community remains in mourning. Less than a week after one of the most talented teams in program history lost to Tuscarora 45-12 in the first round of the playoffs, acceptance of that defeat is still sinking in. There wasn’t one play that cost the Cougars but a few in what added up to a lopsided home defeat, one that won’t be easily forgotten. After the game, coach Charlie Porterfield told his players to linger on the field and soak in the memories of their great season, and that they had a lot to be proud of. “I told the kids this does not take anything away from what they did in the regular season. This does not change anything they’ve done. I told them the things they will remember are hugging your teammates at the end of that game and crying with them,” said Porterfield. The top-seeded Cougars (9-2) won the Northwestern District regular season title for the second straight year, set numerous offensive records, and regularly produced highlight reel plays. “I told the boys and girls, ‘Enjoy your last moments on the field together. Say your goodbyes. I’ll stay as long as you want to. The lights will come off when you feel like leaving the field,’’ Porterfield said. See FOOTBALL, page 26
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Peyton Mehaffey’s early touchdown run allowed Kettle Run to close the deficit to 7-6, but Tuscarora went on to a 45-12 victory in last Friday’s Class 4 Region C quarterfinal.
Liberty’s Cabanban honored as Northwestern District field hockey Player of the Year All-region awards go to 13 local athletes By Fred Hodge
Special to the Fauquier Times
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Liberty senior Nicole Cabanban (No. 4) was named the Northwestern District Player of the Year and headlined a vast array of local field hockey honorees.
Liberty, Fauquier and Kettle Run field hockey athletes were abundant on the Northwestern District’s 2021 all-star squads. A vote by the league’s coaches resulted in 11 first-team slots for county players and nine more on the second unit. Leading the impressive pack was Liberty senior forward Nicole Cabanban, who was named Player of the Year. She scored six goals this season to lead the Eagle attack. Coach of the Year honors went to Meridian’s Anne Steenhoek after her Mustangs won the postseason tournament crown. Kettle Run had five first-team players, headed by junior forward Kaitlyn Nakamura, the county’s top scorer with 19 goals. She also handed out six assists. See FIELD HOCKEY, page 26
2021 All-Region 4C Team (local players) FIRST TEAM
Forward: Kaitlyn Nakamura, Liberty Midfielder: Jackie Timberlake, Fauquier Defender: Christina Oporto, Fauquier At-large: Stefanie Fisher, Fauquier
SECOND TEAM
Forward: Zofeya Maldonado, Fauquier Forward: Nicole Cabanban, Liberty Midfielder: Jessica Lawlwani, Kettle Run Midfielder: Emma Costanzo, Liberty Defender: Emily Muma, Kettle Run Defender: Alexa Smith, Kettle Run At-large: Sydni Smith, Liberty At-large: Katelyn Stone, Kettle Run Goalkeeper: Katie Bloom, Kettle Run PLAYER OF THE YEAR: Katie Clark, Loudoun Valley COACH OF THE YEAR: Hayley Robertson, Heritage
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Fauquier’s Scott takes seventh at girls state cross country meet Paccassi is 24th in boys race at Great Meadow By Fred Hodge
Special to the Fauquier Times
Cassidy Scott hit pay dirt again. The Fauquier sophomore harrier earned her second all-state cross country medal in the Virginia High School League’s Class 4 championships last Saturday at Great Meadow. She placed seventh in a field of 102 runners from across the state, finishing the 5,000-meter course in 18 minutes, 46 seconds. The top 15 runners in each race are designated as all-state athletes. Back in April, Scott also was seventh as a freshman at the 2020 championships at Oatlands Plantation. The meet was moved from the fall of 2020 due to the pandemic. “We’re all happy with her finish,” Fauquier coach Quentin Jones emphasized. The sophomore was the third finisher from Region 4C after placing fifth at regions. Scott recently won the Northwestern District title. Loudoun Valley’s Ava Gordon successfully defended her state gold medal by finishing in 17:53, 17 seconds ahead of Jamestown’s Caroline Baer, the runner-up at 18:10. Gordon bolted away from the field from the opening gun. A pack of five or six girls developed behind her, with Scott and several other runners following. Jones said Scott was never farther back than 11th, moving up four slots fairly quickly. “I wish she could have attached herself to the back of that pack in front of her,” Jones said. “But they were just too far ahead.” Scott eventually found herself running alone in seventh in a noman’s land scenario. She was a bit too far back to draft off the lead pack, and had to take on the role of pacing herself. Jones stressed Scott accomplished a tactical issue during this time, as she did not slow her gait and allow a pack behind her to catch her. “They could have swallowed her up,” Jones said. Scott finished seven seconds out of sixth but also was 11 seconds faster than the eighth runner. Jones said Scott’s success is not surprising because of her work ethic. She is the cross country equivalent of a gym rat. “She’s one who trains hard,” Jones said, noting Mark Scott, her father and Falcon assistant coach, had to urge her to take an occasional day off during the summer. “He doesn’t force her to run. She does her thing.”
Paccassi takes 24th
Fauquier junior Peter Paccassi joined Scott in the state meet, taking 24th out of 103 entries.
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Cassidy Scott was seventh at last Saturday’s state meet. Paccassi battled an injury for much of the year. While not earning all-state laurels, he turned in a good effort by improving significantly from the spring. “He bounced better than I had thought. He’s a tough nut,” Jones said of rebounding from the injury. “He put the training in over the summer. That was the key,” Jones said emphatically. “If you don’t do the work over the summer and have to come back ffom an injury, it’s just not going to happen...not going to be competitive. “He did his job.” Paccassi was 13th overall at the Nov. 2 Region 4C meet. As the state meet approached, coach Scott and Paccassi discussed expectations, Jones said. “We felt top 25 would be a good move,” Jones began. “Peter put himself in a good position at the beginning of the race in the front crowd.” Unlike the earlier girls race, the boys had an unusually large lead pack until past the one-mile mark. “It wasn’t as if one group went out fast and freaked everybody else out,” Jones said, but the eventual top contenders began to pull away. Paccassi always stayed in the top 30 runners and outsprinted a James Wood runner to take 24th.
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State power Loudoun Valley captured its fourth consecutive girls team championship, 72-97, over Blacksburg. Jefferson Forest (105) was third. Loudoun Valley’s Graham Musssmon was the boys champ at 15:43, ahead of Luke Taylor (15:50) and Trevor Mason (15:51), both from Patrick Henry of Ashland. Western Albemarle, in its first season at the Class 4 level, earned the boys team crown, 77-96, versus Grafton, with Loudoun Valley next at 120.
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‘At halftime we felt we still had a shot. We knew we needed to convert’ FOOTBALL, from page 24 But it was the Huskies (9-2) who moved on to meet Heritage (9-2) in Friday’s Class 4 Region C semifinals. Virginia Tech-bound senior running back Bryce Duke was the primary instrument of destruction, rushing 29 times for 233 yards and three touchdowns. The Cougars were forced to key on Duke, which opened some things for quarterback Sonny Mannino to throw three TDs. Forced to come from behind all game, Kettle Run made seven turnovers, including five interceptions. Kettle Run star quarterback Beau Lang completed 18 of 29 passes for 232 yards and a TD, with the five interceptions. Star receivers Jacob Robinson and Jordan Tapscott had big games. Robinson had seven receptions for 124 yards and a TD. Tapscott caught five passes for 60 yards. Despite moving the ball well, the Cougars only scored two TDs. “They had a great game plan. The second half they made big plays on pass plays we thought were there,” Porterfield said. “I thought we had a chance but we did not play as well as we needed to,” said Porterfield. “We were not able to capitalize on good field position. The times we forced them to punt we did not capitalize and made a mistake here or a mistake there.” Kettle Run had difficulties running the ball, especially dual threat quarterback Lang, who was stopped cold with seven rushes for 17 yards. Peyton Mahaffey ran 12 times for 41 yards and a TD. Tuscarora roared out to a 7-0 lead as Duke carried five times in the open-
Dulles District goes 4-0 in first round
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Tuscarora senior Bryce Duke showed why he’s a Virginia Tech recruit, burning Kettle Run for 233 yards and three touchdowns. ing drive for 48 yards, breaking free for a 36-yard TD run up the middle. Duke’s skills were in full display on his first TD, as he quickly hit a hole, broke a tackle, then got into space where he easily accelerated for a breakaway score. Kettle Run appeared to have a response as Lang hit Jacob Robinson for a 21-yard gain across the middle, then used a brilliant fake, held the ball on a bootleg and hit Jordan Tapscott for 29 yards to the Tuscarora 7-yard line. Peyton Mehaffey ran three yards, then two yards, then one yard to reach the 1. On fourth down, Lang lost a fumble as he rushed to take a snap, and Tuscarora recovered at the 1. The Cougars soon got the ball back by forcing a punt and taking over at the Tuscarora 23. Lang hit Robinson for 21 yards to the 5-yard line. Then Mehaffey scored on a
5-yard run to make it 7-6 with 3:07 left in the first quarter after the extra point kick was blocked. Tuscarora went back to work on offense, as Mannino had two key runs and completed three passes, including a 14-yard TD strike to Clayton Opauski with 10:08 left in the second quarter. Kettle Run drove to the Tuscarora 24-yard line on its next possession, but the drive ended when Lang could not control a low snap for a fumble. After stopping the Huskies’ next drive, the Cougars again ripped off some big gains, but the drive was thwarted by Lang’s first interception. The Huskies went 74 yards in nine plays with Mannino hitting Griffin Law for a 36-yard TD to make it 21-6 with 25 seconds left before halftime after the extra point kick. After reaching the Huskies’ 25yard line, Lang’s second interception came to close the half on a pass
All four Northwestern District teams fell to Dulles District opponents in the Class 4 Region C first round. No. 2 seed Handley fell to No. 3 Loudoun County 21-6; No. 2 Heritage beat No. 3 James Wood 32-6 and No. 1 Broad Run ousted No. 4 Sherando 41-13. While the results were disappointing for Fauquier County and Winchester area teams, Kettle Run coach Charlie Porterfield wasn’t complaining about how the playoff matchups were constructed. “I like cross-bracketing. We have to beat one of those teams to win a region title. In the grand scheme of things, we don’t want a fluff game,” said Porterfield. near the goal-line. Overall Lang had a strong half, completing 9 of 14 passes for 120 yards. “At halftime we felt we still had a shot. We knew we needed to convert some of those shots,” Porterfield said. The second half couldn’t have gone much worse for the Cougars, who were stopped on their opening drive on four plays and punted. Tuscarora then scored on a 27-yard field goal to lead 24-6. Facing a must-score drive, Kettle Run dialed up a dynamic play, sending Colton Quaker on a delayed route as Lang executed a perfect play fake. But the wide-open Quaker saw the ball sail through his hands, denying a sure TD. The drive also saw a Tapscott TD called back due to an ineligible reSee FOOTBALL, page 27
Falcons Maldonado, Timberlake, Kettle Run’s Nakamura among numerous all-district winners FIELD HOCKEY, from page 24 Another Cougar on the first team was junior goalkeeper Katie Bloom. She recorded 159 saves including games of 32 and 23 stops. Bloom also scored one goal and had an assist as a field player. Kettle Run also had midfielder Jessica Lalwani (three goals, two assists) and defenders Alexa Smith (two goals, two assists, six defensie saves) and Emilie Muma (two goals and several defensive saves) on the top team. Fauquier’s first-team players were leading scorer senior Zofeya Maldonado (11 goals, five assists),
junior midfielder Jackie Timberlake (five goals, two assists) and senior defender Christina Opporto. Senior midfielder Emma Costanzo of Liberty joined Cababan on the first team. She scored two goals. Second-team Falcons were Marissa Camarca (two goals, six assists, defender Stefanie Fisher and goalkeeper Erin Irvin (105 saves). From Kettle Run, Kiersten Johannesen (seven goals, three assists) and Katelyn Stone (two goals , three assists) earned second-team nods. Liberty had five on the second team in Summer Butler (five goals, one assist), Lise Eanes (two goals, one
assist), Sydni Smith, Denali Daymude and Ellie McGee (68 saves). Local players also abounded on the all-Region 4C squad announced a few days later, with 13 receiving those honors. Fauquier had three first-team Region 4D honorees in Timberlake, Oporto and Fisher with Maldonado on the second unit. Kettle Run had seven total players led by Nakamura on the first team. Bloom, Stone, Alexa Smith, Muma and Lalwani were second-team selections. Cabanban, Costanzo and Sydni Smith were Liberty’s representatives on the second team.
2021 All-Northwestern District field hockey team COACH OF THE YEAR: Anne Steenhoek, Meridian PLAYER OF THE YEAR: Nicole Cabanban, Liberty
FIRST TEAM SELECTIONS
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Zofeya Maldonado was one of six Falcons to earn all-district acclaim.
Forward: Kaitlyn Nakamura, Jr., Kettle Run Forward: Nicole Cabanban, Sr., Liberty Forward: Sarah Ettinger, Sr. Meridian Forward: Zofeya Maldonado, Sr., Fauquier Midfielder: Jackie Timberlake, Jr., Fauquier Midfielder: Eleanor Gieser, Sr., Meridian Midfielder: Jessica Lalwani, Jr., Kettle Run Midfielder: Emma Costanzo, Sr., Liberty Defender: Emily Muma, Sr., Kettle Run Defender: Christina Oporto, Sr., Fauquier Defender: Caroline Sherard, Sr., Meridian Defender: Alexa Smith, Jr., Kettle Run Goalkeeper: Katie Bloom, Jr., Kettle Run
SECOND TEAM SELECTIONS Forward: Kiersten Johannesen, Sr., Kettle Run Forward: Summer Butler, Sr., Liberty Forward: Cassie DuBois, Soph., Meridian Forward: Lise Eanes, Sr., Liberty Midfielder: Marissa Camarca, Jr., Fauquier Midfielder: Katelyn Stone, Sr., Kettle Run Midfielder: Lucy Hladky, Fr., Meridian Midfielder: Mia Mayer, Jr., Meridian Defender: Sydni Smith, Sr., Liberty Defender: Denali Daymude, Jr., Liberty Defender: Stefanie Fisher, Sr., Fauquier Defender: Adelaide Langford, Jr., Meridian Goalkeeper: Erin Irvin, Jr., Fauquier Goalkeeper: Ellie McGee, Sr., Liberty
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The “Put A Fork In it” 3.0 women’s tennis team made a run at the USTA League national title in Oklahoma City, placing sixth last month.
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The “Put A Fork In It” women’s tennis team from Chestnut Forks Tennis and Fitness Club placed sixth at USTA League National Championships in Oklahoma City from Oct. 1-3. Competing in the 18-over/3.0 division, and representing the Mid-Atlantic Region, the Chestnut Forks ladies suffered a loss to Pacific Northwest but won some other matches. “The tennis was amazing,” said Stephanie Kennedy. “Our captains did an incredible job keeping us straight while having to compete themselves. The mental part is always there when competing and then you add on the numerous schedule changes to our Friday and Saturday matches, it adds a level of stress you just have to roll with,” Kennedy said. The team finished in a tie for fourth after pool play, but did not advance due to tiebreaker rules. Seventeen teams from regions throughout the U.S., Hawaii and Puerto Rico participated. “Not being in the semifinals on Sunday allowed us to relax and watch two amazing teams battle it out. We also enjoyed some outstanding steak and service from Mahogany Prime Steakhouse in downtown Oklahoma City. I highly recommend it,” Kennedy said of the high-end restaurant.
‘I don’t want to say it’s ever easy’ FOOTBALL, from page 26 ceiver downfield. The drive ended with a 90-yard interception return by Joshua Bendix, who navigated up the sideline, avoiding a potential Lang tackle for a decisive TD, making it 31-6 with 2:08 left in the third. Kettle Run answered with a Lang to Robinson 20-yard TD connection to close to 31-12 with 19 seconds left in the third quarter. Robinson made an athletic leaping catch in the left corner of the end zone. Duke added a 43-yard TD run on Tuscarora’s next possession as the lead rose to 38-12. Duke got a heavy dose of work in the final quarter as the Huskies ran down the clock. Duke scored again, adding his third TD on a 16-yard run with 1:49 left. Bendix picked off Lang’s fourth and fifth passes of the night in the fourth as the game ended at 9:05 p.m. “They felt comfortable rushing four and dropping guys. They had everything covered. They forced
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CHRISTMAS IN HUNT COUNTRY PIX WITH SANTA AT OLD DOMINION HOUNDS IN ORLEAN NOV. 28 The Old Dominion Hounds will host an open house and pictures with Santa event on Sunday, Nov. 28. Families can have photos taken with Santa in an antique horse-drawn sleigh by the historic hunt stables from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. Other activities include Christmas cookie decorating; playing with two sets of foxhound puppies; a puppy naming auction; a “sponsor a hound” table - with year-end prizes for the “owner” of the “best hound” of the season, food, drink, a bonfire and more. Photos with Santa are $15 for two professionally edited digital images. facebook.com/olddominionhounds MIDDLEBURG HUNT PARADE The Middleburg Hunt will host its annual hunt parade through downtown Middleburg on Saturday, Dec. 4. Hounds and mounted riders go down Main Street at 11 a.m. on their way to “first covert.” The normal festive Middleburg Christmas parade – including Santa – begins at 2 p.m. on the same parade route. There is a cost for mounted riders; spectators can attend both parades for free. middleburghunt.com
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John Coles, in the traditional “pinque” coat, leads the field from Old Dention near Middleburg Saturday with the Orange County Hounds. “Orange County” refers to the club’s 1800s origins in Orange County, New York before they moved to The Plains at the turn of the 20th century.
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Orange County Hounds’ longtime huntsman Reg Spreadborough calls the famed pack of redringneck American hounds in with his traditional hunting horn.
HISTORY OF HOUNDS The Piedmont Heritage Association hosts an educational seminar on foxhounds and the history of foxhunting at 5 p.m. Friday, Nov. 26 at Buchanan Hall in Upperville. Speakers Travis Shaw and Glenn Epstein will discuss the origin of the sport in America, the Great Hound Match of 1905 and the role foxhunting has played preserving the Virginia Piedmont landscape. A reception follows the lecture at historic Welbourne. BULL RUN HUNT HOLIDAY PARTY The Bull Run Hunt will hosts its annual Christmas celebration at Locust Hill Farm, south of Culpeper on Saturday, Dec. 18. The party begins at 4 p.m. and features hayrides, a bonfire, a kids’ bounce castle, hunt-provided cookout food (sides provided by members), a 6 p.m. Christmas church service and dancing starting at 7 p.m. Bullrunhuntclub.com
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Old Dominion Hounds joint-masters Kim Poe, left, Debbie Welch and Dawn Colgan ride off from High Meadow.
NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC OF AN APPLICATION BY NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC OF AN APPLICATION BY VIRGINIA ELECTRIC AND POWER COMPANYFOR FOR VIRGINIA ELECTRIC AND POWER COMPANY REVISION OF RATE ADJUSTMENT CLAUSE: RIDER BW, REVISION OF RATE ADJUSTMENT CLAUSE: RIDER BW, BRUNSWICK POWER STATION, STATION, BRUNSWICK COUNTY COUNTY POWER FOR COMMENCING FOR THE THE RATE RATE YEARS YEARS COMMENCING SEPTEMBER SEPTEMBER 1, 1, 2023 2023 SEPTEMBER 1, 2022, AND SEPTEMBER CASE NO. PUR-2021-00239 PUR-2021-00239 CASE •Virginia Electric and PowerCompany Company(“Dominion”) (“Dominion”)has hasapplied appliedfor forapproval approvalto to revise revise its its rate rate adjustment adjustment clause •Virginia Electric and Power clause Rider Rider BW. BW. this case, Dominion has asked the State Corporation Commission (“Commission”) to approve Rider BW for a rate year beginning September 1, 2022, and ending August 31, 2023 (“2022 Rate Year”), and •In•In this case,year Dominion hasSeptember asked the 1, State Corporation (“Commission”) approve Rider BW for a rate year beginning September 1, 2022, and ending August 31, 2023 (“2022 Rate Year”), and for a rate beginning 2023, and endingCommission August 31, 2024 (“2023 Rate to Year”). for a rate year beginning September 1, 2023, and ending August 31, 2024 (“2023 Rate Year”). •Dominion requests a total revenue requirement of $144,658,000 for the 2022 Rate Year, which would increase the monthly bill of a residential customer using 1,000 kilowatt hours per month by approx-
•Dominion requests total revenue of $144,658,000 for the 2022 Rate Year, which the monthly bill of abill residential customer using 1,000 hours per month by approximately $0.70, andarequests a totalrequirement revenue requirement of $120,394,000 for the 2023 Rate Year,would whichincrease would decrease the monthly of a residential customer using kilowatt 1,000 kilowatt hours per month by approximately $0.45, compared the 2022 Rate Year. of $120,394,000 for the 2023 Rate Year, which would decrease the monthly bill of a residential customer using 1,000 kilowatt hours per month by imately $0.70, and requests a totaltorevenue requirement approximately $0.45, compared to the 2022 Rate Year. •A Hearing Examiner appointed by the Commission will hold a telephonic hearing in this case on April 5, 2022, at 10 a.m., for the receipt of public witness testimony.
•A•An Hearing Examiner appointed theon Commission willathold a telephonic in this casesecond on April 5, courtroom 2022, at 10located a.m., for the Tyler receipt of public1300 witness evidentiary hearing will beby held April 6, 2022, 10 a.m., either in hearing the Commission’s floor in the Building, East testimony. Main Street, Richmond, Virginia 23219, or by electronic means. Further details on this hearing will be provided by subsequent Commission Order or Hearing Examiner’s Ruling.
•An evidentiary hearing will be held on April 6, 2022, at 10 a.m., either in the Commission’s second floor courtroom located in the Tyler Building, 1300 East Main Street, Richmond, Virginia 23219, or by electronic Further details on this hearing will be Commission provided by website subsequent Commission Order or Hearing Examiner’s Ruling. •Furthermeans. information about this case is available on the at: scc.virginia.gov/pages/Case-Information. On October 5, 2021,about pursuant to § 56-585.1 A 6on ofthe the Commission Code of Virginia (“Code”) and the State Corporation Commission’s (“Commission”) Final Order in Case No. PUR-2020-00230, Virginia Electric and •Further information this case is available website at: scc.virginia.gov/pages/Case-Information. Power Company (“Dominion” or “Company”) filed with the Commission its biennial update with respect to the Company’s rate adjustment clause Rider BW (“Application”). Through its Application, the
seeks to recover County (“Code”) Power Station, a 1,358 (nominal) natural gas-fired combined-cycle electric generating facility, as well asVirginia the related transmisOnCompany October 5, 2021, pursuantcosts to § associated 56-585.1 Awith 6 ofthe theBrunswick Code of Virginia and the State megawatt Corporation Commission’s (“Commission”) Final Order in Case No. PUR-2020-00230, Electric and sion interconnection facilities, in Brunswick County, Virginia (“Project”). Power Company (“Dominion” or “Company”) filed with the Commission its biennial update with respect to the Company’s rate adjustment clause Rider BW (“Application”). Through its Application, the Company seeks to recover associated with the Brunswick County Power Station, a 1,358 megawatt (nominal) naturalfurther gas-fired combined-cycle electric generating facility, as well the related transmisThe Company states that costs in Case No. PUE-2012-00128, the Commission approved construction of the Project. Dominion states that in conjunction therewith, the Commission alsoasapproved a rate adsion interconnection facilities,Rider in Brunswick County, Virginia (“Project”). justment clause, designated BW, which allowed the Company to recover costs associated with developing the Project. The Company represents that it has annually updated its Rider BW rate adjustment clause. Dominion states that in an effort to reduce the administrative burden of annual rider filings, the Company proposes a biennial filing approach for Rider BW, which includes two consecutive rate year
revenue requirements. The Company states that in Case No. PUE-2012-00128, the Commission approved construction of the Project. Dominion further states that in conjunction therewith, the Commission also approved a rate adjustment clause, designated Rider BW, which allowed the Company to recover costs associated with developing the Project. The Company represents that it has annually updated its Rider BW rate adjustment In this proceeding, Dominion askedto the Commission to approve Rider for a rate year beginning Septemberproposes 1, 2022,aand endingfiling August 31, 2023 Rate which Year”),includes and a rate year beginningrate Septemclause. Dominion states that in has an effort reduce the administrative burdenBW of annual rider filings, the Company biennial approach for(“2022 Rider BW, two consecutive year ber 1, 2023, and ending August 31, 2024 (“2023 Rate Year”). The Company states that the two key components of the proposed 2022 Rate Year revenue requirement are the Projected Cost Recovery Factor revenue requirements. and the Actual Cost True-Up Factor. Dominion further states that the 2023 Rate Year revenue requirement comprises only the Projected Cost Recovery Factor.
In For thisthe proceeding, has asked requests the Commission to approve Rider BW forrevenue a rate year beginning 1, 2022, and ending August 31, Factor 2023 (“2022 Year”), and a rate year beginning 2022 RateDominion Year, the Company a Projected Cost Recovery Factor requirement ofSeptember $130,992,000 and an Actual Cost True-Up revenueRate requirement of $13,666,000. For the Septem2023 berRate 1, 2023, endingrequests August 31, 2024 (“2023 Rate Year”). Therevenue Company states thatofthe two key components of the therefore proposedrequests 2022 Rate Yearrevenue revenuerequirement requirement the Projected Recovery Factor Year, and Dominion a Projected Cost Recovery Factor requirement $120,394,000. The Company a total ofare $144,658,000 forCost the 2022 Rate Year and a total revenue requirement of $120,394,000 for the 2023 Rate Year. Dominion requests a rate effective date for usage on and after the latter of September 1, 2022, for the 2022 Rate Year, or the first day and the Actual Cost True-Up Factor. Dominion further states that the 2023 Rate Year revenue requirement comprises only the Projected Cost Recovery Factor. of the month that is at least 15 days following the date of any Commission order approving Rider BW. Dominion further requests a rate effective date for usage on and after September 1, 2023, for the 2023
ForRate the Year. 2022 Rate Year, the Company requests a Projected Cost Recovery Factor revenue requirement of $130,992,000 and an Actual Cost True-Up Factor revenue requirement of $13,666,000. For the 2023 Rate Dominion requeststhe a Projected Cost Recovery Factor revenue requirement of enhanced $120,394,000. Company therefore requests a total revenue requirement $144,658,000 for thewhich 2022the Rate Year ForYear, purposes of calculating revenue requirements in this case, Dominion utilized an rate ofThe return on common equity (“ROE”) of 10.2%. This includes a of general ROE of 9.2%, Comandmission a total approved revenue requirement $120,394,000 for thea2023 Rate points Year. Dominion requests a rate effective date for usage onAand after the latter of September 1, 2022, forfacility. the 2022 Rate Year, or the first day in Case No. of PUR-2019-00050, plus 100 basis enhanced return, as provided for in Code § 56-585.1 6, for a combined-cycle electric generation of the month that is at least 15 days following the date of any Commission order approving Rider BW. Dominion further requests a rate effective date for usage on and after September 1, 2023, for the 2023 Rate Year. If the proposed Rider BW for the 2022 Rate Year and 2023 Rate Year is approved, the impact on customer bills would depend on the customer’s rate schedule and usage. According to Dominion, implementation of its proposed Rider BW on September 1, 2022, for the 2022 Rate Year, would increase the monthly bill of a residential customer using 1,000 kilowatt hours per month by approximately $0.70. Addi-
theof Company represents that implementation its case, proposed Rider BW on September 1, 2023, the 2023 Rate Year, would decrease monthly of a residential Fortionally, purposes calculating the revenue requirements inofthis Dominion utilized an enhanced rate offor return on common equity (“ROE”) ofthe 10.2%. Thisbill includes a generalcustomer ROE of using 9.2%,1,000 whichkilowatt the Comhours approved per monthin byCase approximately $0.45, compared Year. mission No. PUR-2019-00050, plustoa the 1002022 basisRate points enhanced return, as provided for in Code § 56-585.1 A 6, for a combined-cycle electric generation facility. Interested persons are encouraged to review the Application and supporting documents for the details of these and other proposals. If the proposed Rider BW for the 2022 Rate Year and 2023 Rate Year is approved, the impact on customer bills would depend on the customer’s rate schedule and usage. According to Dominion, implementation of its proposed BW on September 1, 2022,revenues for the 2022 Rate Year, would the monthly bill of a residential 1,000 hoursand persupporting month by documents approximately AddiTAKE NOTICE thatRider the Commission may apportion among customer classesincrease and/or design rates in a manner differingcustomer from thatusing shown in thekilowatt Application and $0.70. thus may tionally, the Company implementation of its proposed Riderand BWsupporting on September 1, 2023, for the 2023 Rate Year, would decrease the monthly bill of a residential customer using 1,000 kilowatt adopt rates that differrepresents from thosethat appearing in the Company’s Application documents. hours per month by approximately $0.45, compared to the 2022 Rate Year. The Commission has taken judicial notice of the ongoing public health issues related to the spread of the coronavirus, or COVID-19. In accordance therewith, all pleadings, briefs or other documents required
to be served in this shall be to the extent authorized by 5for VAC Copiesand andother format, of the Commission’s Rules of Practice and Procedure (“Rules of Practice”). ConInterested persons arematter encouraged tosubmitted review theelectronically Application and supporting documents the 5-20-150, details of these proposals.
fidential and Extraordinarily Sensitive Information shall not be submitted electronically and should comply with 5 VAC 5-20-170, Confidential information, of the Rules of Practice. Any person seeking to handNOTICE deliver and physically file or submit any pleading or other document shall classes contact and/or the Clerk’s Office Control Center at that (804)shown 371-9838 arrange the delivery. TAKE that the Commission may apportion revenues among customer design ratesDocument in a manner differing from in thetoApplication and supporting documents and thus may
adopt rates that differ5-20-140, from thoseFiling appearing in the Company’s Application andofsupporting documents. Pursuant to 5 VAC and service, of the Commission’s Rules Practice, the Commission has directed that service on parties and the Commission’s Staff in this matter shall be accomplished by electronic means. Please refer to the Commission’s Order for Notice and Hearing for further instructions concerning Confidential or Extraordinarily Sensitive Information.
The Commission has taken judicial notice of the ongoing public health issues related to the spread of the coronavirus, or COVID-19. In accordance therewith, all pleadings, briefs or other documents required Commission enteredshall an Order for Notice and Hearing to that, things,by scheduled public hearings Dominion’s On April 5, 2022, at 10 a.m., a Hearing Examiner by Conto The be served in this matter be submitted electronically theamong extent other authorized 5 VAC 5-20-150, Copiesonand format, ofApplication. the Commission’s Rules of Practice and Procedure (“Rules ofappointed Practice”). the Commission will hold aSensitive telephonic hearing forshall the purpose of receiving the testimony of should public witnesses, with no public witness present in the Commission’s courtroom. On or before 1, seeking 2022, any fidential and Extraordinarily Information not be submitted electronically and comply with 5 VAC 5-20-170, Confidential information, of the Rules of Practice. AnyApril person to person desiring to offer testimony as a public witness shall provide to the Commission (a) your name, and (b) the telephone number that you wish the Commission to call during the hearing to receive your hand deliver and physically file or submit any pleading or other document shall contact the Clerk’s Office Document Control Center at (804) 371-9838 to arrange the delivery. testimony. This information may be provided to the Commission in three ways: (i) by filling out a form on the Commission’s website at scc.virginia.gov/pages/Webcasting; (ii) by completing and emailing
the PDF version of this form to SCCInfo@scc.virginia.gov; or (iii) by calling (804) 371-9141. This public witness hearing will be webcast at scc.virginia.gov/pages/Webcasting. Pursuant to 5 VAC 5-20-140, Filing and service, of the Commission’s Rules of Practice, the Commission has directed that service on parties and the Commission’s Staff in this matter shall be accomplished byOn electronic refer to the Commission’s Order for floor Notice and Hearing for in further instructions or Extraordinarily April 6, means. 2022, atPlease 10 a.m., either in the Commission’s second courtroom located the Tyler Building,concerning 1300 East Confidential Main Street, Richmond, VirginiaSensitive 23219, orInformation. by electronic means, a Hearing Examiner appointed by the Commission will convene a hearing to receive testimony and evidence offered by the Company, any respondents, and the Commission’s Staff on the Company’s Application. Further details
The entered an Orderby forsubsequent Notice andCommission Hearing that, among other things, scheduled public hearings on Dominion’s Application. On April 5, 2022, at 10 a.m., a Hearing Examiner appointed by onCommission this hearing will be provided Order or Hearing Examiner’s Ruling. the Commission will hold a telephonic hearing for the purpose of receiving the testimony of public witnesses, with no public witness present in the Commission’s courtroom. On or before April 1, 2022, any An electronic copy of testimony the public as version of the Company’s Application be obtained submitting a written to counsel theyou Company, R. Crabtree, McGuireWoods Gateway person desiring to offer a public witness shall provide to themay Commission (a)byyour name, and (b) therequest telephone numberforthat wish theLisa Commission to Esquire, call during the hearing toLLP, receive your Plaza, 800This Eastinformation Canal Street, Richmond, Virginia or lcrabtree@mcguirewoods.com. may download unofficial copies from the Commission’s website: testimony. may be provided to the23219, Commission in three ways: (i) by fillingInterested out a formpersons on thealso Commission’s website at scc.virginia.gov/pages/Webcasting; (ii) by completing and emailing scc.virginia.gov/pages/Case-Information. the PDF version of this form to SCCInfo@scc.virginia.gov; or (iii) by calling (804) 371-9141. This public witness hearing will be webcast at scc.virginia.gov/pages/Webcasting. On or before March 31, 2022, any interested person may submit comments on the Application electronically by following the instructions on the Commission’s website:
Onscc.virginia.gov/casecomments/Submit-Public-Comments. April 6, 2022, at 10 a.m., either in the Commission’s second floor courtroom located matter, in the Tyler Building, 1300 electronically East Main Street, Virginia by 23219, by to electronic a Hearing Examiner Those unable, as a practical to submit comments mayRichmond, file such comments U.S. or mail the Clerkmeans, of the State Corporation appointed by thec/o Commission will convene a hearing receive testimony and evidence offeredAll bycomments the Company, the Commission’s Staff on the Company’s Application. Further details Commission, Document Control Center, P.O. Boxto2118, Richmond, Virginia 23218-2118. shall any referrespondents, to Case No. and PUR-2021-00239. on this hearing will be provided by subsequent Commission Order or Hearing Examiner’s Ruling. On or before January 7, 2022, any person or entity wishing to participate as a respondent in this proceeding may do so by filing a notice of participation with the Clerk of the Commission at: scc.virginia.
a practical to file Application a notice of participation electronically may file such notice by to U.S. mail to of the Commission at theEsquire, address listed above. Such notice of Angov/clk/efiling. electronic copyThose of theunable, public as version of thematter, Company’s may be obtained by submitting a written request counsel forthe theClerk Company, Lisa R. Crabtree, McGuireWoods LLP, Gateway participation email addresses of23219, such parties or their counsel, if available. AInterested copy of the noticealso of participation as aunofficial respondent also must to counsel for the Company. Pursuant to 5 Plaza, 800 Eastshall Canalinclude Street,the Richmond, Virginia or lcrabtree@mcguirewoods.com. persons may download copies frombe thesent Commission’s website: VAC 5-20-80 B, Participation as a respondent, of the Commission’s Rules of Practice, any notice of participation shall set forth: (i) a precise statement of the interest of the respondent; (ii) a statement of scc.virginia.gov/pages/Case-Information. the specific action sought to the extent then known; and (iii) the factual and legal basis for the action. Any organization, corporation or government body participating as a respondent must be represented by counsel as required by 5 VAC 5-20-30, Counsel, of the Rules of Practice. All filings shall refer to Case No. PUR-2021-00239.
On or before March 31, 2022, any interested person may submit comments on the Application electronically by following the instructions on the Commission’s website: scc.virginia.gov/casecomments/Submit-Public-Comments. Those a practical matter, to submit comments electronically may file comments by U.S. mail to theexpects Clerk of State Corporation On or before February 4, 2022, each respondent may file with the unable, Clerk ofasthe Commission, at scc.virginia.gov/clk/efiling, any testimony andsuch exhibits by which the respondent to the establish its case. Any respondent unable, as Control a practical matter, to Box file testimony and exhibits electronically may All file comments such by U.S. mail to the ClerkNo. of the Commission at the address listed above. Each witness’s testimony Commission, c/o Document Center, P.O. 2118, Richmond, Virginia 23218-2118. shall refer to Case PUR-2021-00239. shall include a summary not to exceed one page. All testimony and exhibits shall be served on the Staff, the Company, and all other respondents simultaneous with its filing. In all filings, the respondent shall
with the Rules of Practice, including 5 VAC 5-20-140, Filing andasservice, and 5 VAC Prepared andaexhibits. filings shallwith referthe to Clerk Case No. PUR-2021-00239. Oncomply or before January 7, 2022, any person or entity wishing to participate a respondent in this5-20-240, proceeding may dotestimony so by filing notice ofAll participation of the Commission at: scc.virginia. gov/clk/efiling. Those a practical a notice U.S. mailIntoall theother Clerk of the Commission at the address listed above. Order Such for notice of Any documents filed unable, in paperas form with thematter, Office to of file the Clerk of of theparticipation Commissionelectronically in this docket may may file use such both notice sides ofbythe paper. respects, except as modified by the Commission’s participation include the email of such or their counsel, if available. copy ofand theformat, notice of of the participation as a respondent also must be sent to counsel for the Company. Pursuant to 5 Notice and shall Hearing, all filings shalladdresses comply fully withparties the requirements of 5 VAC 5-20-150,ACopies Commission’s Rules of Practice. VAC 5-20-80 B, Participation as a respondent, of the Commission’s Rules of Practice, any notice of participation shall set forth: (i) a precise statement of the interest of the respondent; (ii) a statement of theThe specific sought the extent then known;and andother (iii) the factual and basis forthe theCommission’s action. Any organization, corporation government Order body participating a respondent must be represented by publicaction version of thetoCompany’s Application documents filedlegal in this case, Rules of Practice, and the or Commission’s for Notice andasHearing may be viewed at: scc.virginia.gov/pages/Case-Information. counsel as required by 5 VAC 5-20-30, Counsel, of the Rules of Practice. All filings shall refer to Case No. PUR-2021-00239. VIRGINIA ELECTRIC AND POWER COMPANY
On or before February 4, 2022, each respondent may file with the Clerk of the Commission, at scc.virginia.gov/clk/efiling, any testimony and exhibits by which the respondent expects to establish its case. Any respondent unable, as a practical matter, to file testimony and exhibits electronically may file such by U.S. mail to the Clerk of the Commission at the address listed above. Each witness’s testimony shall include a summary not to exceed one page. All testimony and exhibits shall be served on the Staff, the Company, and all other respondents simultaneous with its filing. In all filings, the respondent shall comply with the Rules of Practice, including 5 VAC 5-20-140, Filing and service, and 5 VAC 5-20-240, Prepared testimony and exhibits. All filings shall refer to Case No. PUR-2021-00239. Any documents filed in paper form with the Office of the Clerk of the Commission in this docket may use both sides of the paper. In all other respects, except as modified by the Commission’s Order for
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particular as crucial to the town’s economic development, something state legislators have particularly highlighted as one of their priorities. He described the Walker Drive roundabout as a “regional transportation initiative” because of its importance to anyone coming into Warrenton via Lee Street. “For VDOT to pull this on a project of regional significance, I have a real problem with that. It’s unconscionable to do this to a rural community.” Granger said, “I’ve never seen a situation like
“We are here for you.” Fauquier County Supervisor Chris Granger (Center District) stepped up to the podium during the scheduled public hearing. A Warrenton resident, he was adamant, “I’ve never seen anything like it … localities should not be expected to field 400% increases. This is wholly unacceptable.” Granger described the Main Street project in
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Spouse loss support What: Support group discusses topics to those whose spouse has died When: Sunday, Nov. 21; 2:30 to 4 p.m. Where: Spiritual Care Support Ministries, 7179 New Hope Lane, Warrenton Cost: Free Info: RSVP to 540-349-5814
Musical production What: “Annie the Musical” featuring the Allegro Community Players When: Sunday, Nov. 21; 4 to 6 p.m. Where: Liberty High School, 6300 Independence Ave., Bealeton Cost: General admission $15; adults 65-plus and children ages 4-10; $10, children under 4, free Tickets: www.etix.com/ ticket/p/3479890/annie-the-musical Info: 540-349-5088
What: Music featuring Robbie Limon When: Sunday, Nov. 21; 1 to 4 p.m. Where: Philip Carter Winery, 4366 Stillhouse Road, Hume
this,” and pledged the supervisors’ support. After the meeting, Hartman explained again the need for a 30-day delay, “Because of recent conditions forced upon us by VDOT, there are projects we need to continue with judiciously and there are projects we need to completely abandon.” He added that the town needed time to work that out in the best interest of taxpayers. Reach Robin Earl at rearl@fauquier.com
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When: Sunday, Nov. 21; 5 to 6:30 p.m. Where: Grace Episcopal Church, 6507 Main St., The Plains Details: Patrons must show proof of COVID vaccination, or a negative COVID test result produced within 72 hours of the event; masks required Cost: $25 adults; $15 students over 18; under 18 free Tickets: https://www.eventbrite. com/e/fall-fanfare-featuring-paragon-
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What: Stories for young children and caregivers to do finger plays and sing-alongs When: Tuesday, Nov. 23; 10:30 to 10:45 a.m. Where: Virtual Cost: Free Info: Required registration at https:// bit.ly/FPLstorytimefall
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What: English-as-a-second-language class presented by Piedmont Regional Adult and Career Education programs When: Tuesday, Nov. 23; 6 to 9 p.m. Where: John Marshall Library, Marshall Community Center, 4133 Rectortown Road, Marshall Cost: Free Info: 540-718-8243
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PROPERTY TRANSFERS
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These property transfers, filed Nov. 4-10, 2021 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 Deal: $2,950,000 in Scott District
Cedar Run District Matthew K. Adkins to Surrey House LLC, 0.8664 acre at 5287 Ball’s Mill Road nr. Midland. $287,500 NVR Inc. to Sarah Duncan, 6411 Redwinged Blackbird Drive, Warrenton. $704,620 Brian M. Byrne to Jacob Angier Pearce, 2 acres at 9149 James Madison Hwy., Warrenton. $425,000 Derek Vacco to James Michael Berry, 2.0717 acres at 11892 Bristersburg Road, Midland. $285,000 Bryan A. Decker to Robert J. Cunningham Jr., 5 acres at 7349 Foster Lane nr. Greenwich. $860,000 Aasef Shafik to Maten Shafik, ½ interest in 34.2598 acres at 12229 Hawks Lane, Midland. $642,442.53 Liaqat A. Khan to Jonathan Ballard, 0.9329 acre on Catlett Road, Catlett. $192,500 NVR Inc. to Samantha Handlin, 0.7696 acre at 6410 Redwinged Blackbird Drive, Warrenton. $878,680 Thomas H. Noland to Liliana C. Martins, 2.5154 acres at 7081 Kirkwood Lane, Bealeton. $380,000 Jay Christopher Foley to Rose Juliano, 1.9315 acres at 6766 Beach Road nr. Warrenton. $465,000
Lee District Douglas Mauricio Medrano Amaya to Steven M. Walker, 7609 Rappahannock Street, Remington. $590,000
Joel E. Grizzle II to Joshua S. Unkefer, 2240 Sedgwick Drive, Remington. $381,000 Jie Yu Li to Barry Harp, 8617 Bud Court, Bealeton. $320,000
Center District
Robert E. Flournoy Jr. to John Michael Tulowitzki, 723 Arbor Court, Warrenton. $340,000 Nestor A. Andino to Thomas Joshua Gravely, 0.3584 acre at 590 Pineview Court off Meetze Road, Warrenton. $680,000 Ian August Brown to Joseph Pohzehl, Unit 165B at 165-B Fairfield Drive, Warrenton. $220,000 Michael Andrew Crockett II to Susan MacKinnon Metcalfe, 712 Black Sweep Road, Warrenton. $605,000 Alvin W. Jones to Matthew Lacey, 98 English Chase Lane, Warrenton. $560,000
Scott District Cindy L. Mills Estate by Administrator to Paul Leo Bernier, 5660 Red Maple Court nr. Warrenton. $390,000 John W. Lawton V to Edgar Jose La Rotta Moran, 2.0334 acres at 6749 Gray’s Mill Road, Warrenton. $485,000 Donald Lee Nuckles III as Executor to Katherine Brock, 3.4300 acres at 7366 Woodlawn Lane nr. Warrenton. $739,000 Robert J. Cunningham to Greg Chaney, 5434 Wemberley Drive nr. Warrenton. $815,000
Jetgsdl Management LLC to Michael Benjamin, 0.2793 acre at 4225 Bragg Street, The Plains. $385,000 Robert Aldrich to Matthew Bohn, 5141 Allison Marshall Drive nr. Warrenton. $855,000 Matthew Ryan Pocius to Nicholas James Revis, 1.8732 acres at 5228 Winding Oak Lane nr. Warrenton. $424,500 Gregory J. Fitzhugh to Mycity LLC, 14.3545 acres on Airlie Road nr. Warrenton. $1,100,000 James Edward Pumphrey to Miles H. Colson, 2.6407 acres at 5260 Dapple Lane nr. Warrenton. $489,000 The Plains LLC to 4572 Old Tavern Rd. LLC, 130.4470 acres at 4572 Old Tavern Road nr. The Plains. $2,950,000 Mark Gray to P&L 21 LLC, 1.4376 acres at 7348 John Marshall Hwy, The Plains. $210,000 Gennaro Cuomo to Frederick Blair, 7119 Jocelyn Court nr. Warrenton. $805,000 Sharon L. Zavalanski Successor Tr. to Rodney Heiston, 17.9590 acres at 6309 Pilgrims Rest Road nr. Warrenton. $500,000
Marshall District Old Salem Community Development LLC to Adreilly Salazar-Pabon, 8657 Anderson Avenue, Marshall. $371,775 Tish Melinda Sams to Ryan M. Fenn, 4.9060 acres at 6564 Lovers Lane, Warrenton. $735,000 Patricia J. Payne to Leonel A. Alvarenga Canas, 8604 Ashby Court, Marshall. $225,000
Sharma Real Properties LLC to Melanie Huston, 10.463 acres at 4675 Fiery Run Road nr. Linden. $779,000 Amir Ahmad to Philip Rice, 5.6578 acres at 10181 Wesley Chapel Road, Marshall. $550,000 Deborah Teel to William Jeffrey Kirkland, 2.7170 acres at 3871 Rectortown Road, Marshall. $650,000 Jeffrey Wilson Successor Tr. to Daniel King, 18.5641 acres at 5786 Keyser Road, Hume. $855,000 Lakeside Homes LLC to Kevin M. Armstead, 0.9183 acre at 8101 Blue Hills Drive, Warrenton. $967,125 Rockwood Homes Inc. to David William Koerting, 4.3424 acres at 7300 Twins Way, Marshall. $600,125 Whiffletree Farm Property LLC to Jesse S. Straight, 82.2122 acres at 8717 Springs Road nr. Warrenton. $1,050,000 Easton & Porter Group LLC to Becker Building Co. LLC, 2.2140 acres and 3.2306 acres on John Mosby Hwy., Upperville. $800,000 Easton & Porter Group LLC to Becker Building Co. LLC, 10 acres at 10155 John Mosby Hwy., Upperville. $790,000 Lakeside Homes LLC to Ali Syed Hasan, 0.9774 acre at 8065 Blue Hills Drive. Warrenton. $992,310 Jason A. Phillippe to Francis Xavier, 5.4398 acres at 10149 Wesley Chapel Road, Marshall. $829,000
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OBITUARIES Russell Lee Brown, Sr. Russell Lee Brown, Sr, 88 of Amissville, Va. went to be with the Lord on Friday, November 12, 2021 at Culpeper Hospital. He was born on June 18, 1933 to the late Charles Emory Brown and Emma Frances Tanner Brown. He was also preceded in death by two brothers, Charles Emory Brown, Jr., and Claude Robert Brown. After serving four and a half years in the U. S. Air Force, he was employed at Washington National Airport as a fueler/mechanic. After retirement, he contined to do art and sign work for many years. He is survived by his wife, Connie Carol Foster Brown; daughter, Peggy Jo Poole and husband Michael of Amissville, and their son, Jason; a son, Russell, Jr. and wife Cynthia of Alexandria, Va., and their daughters, Lyndsey and Lauren, a son, Frederick Bruce and wife Dana and their sons, Chaz and Austin of Amissville, Va., James Wendal, the youngest son, and his daughter, Jenna; three brothers, Ralph Brown and wife Patricia of Huntingdon, Pa., John Henry Brown and wife Carolyn of Huntingdon, Pa., Brian Lucas and wife Robin of Holister, Ca.; two sisters-in-law, Barbara Brown of Sunnyvale, Ca. and Lucille Brown of Huntingdon , Pa.; four great-grandchildren. A graveside service will be held at 11:00 am on Tuesday, November 23, 2021 at Mount Carmel Cemetery, 1735 West Hoover Road, Madison, Va. with Rev. David Nichols officiating. The family will receive friends from 6:00 to 8:00 pm on Monday, November 22, 2021 at Preddy Funeral Home at 59 Edgewood School Lane, Madison, Va. 22727.
Alberta Cary King Alberta Cary King journeyed home with the Lord on Sunday, November 7, 2021, at her home in Broad Run, Virginia with her family at her side. She was born on August 20, 1939, to the late William Henry and Emma Cary Woodson. She was the last daughter of William and Emma Woodson. She married the late Leonard King on August 5, 1956, and from that union, they were blessed with five children: Elizabeth, Alice, Alberta, Leonard III, and Eleanor. Alberta dedicated 63 years to being a caretaker to William Hazel’s families, working as the Nanny to their children, and then their children. She instantly became a family member by the dedication she provided to them in a caring and loving way. Bringing them home from the hospital as newborn babies and seeing them off to school, becoming their friend, sister, and confidant. She also took lead in providing the care of Mrs. Hazel until her passing in 2020. She always made herself available to assist in any way that was necessary. Alberta enjoyed the gatherings of family and friends; especially the family cookouts at her home in Broad Run, VA, where the was lots of fun, food, and laughter. She leaves to cherish and celebrate her life: Her loving and devoted children: one son, Leonard King III of Remington; four daughters: Elizabeth King of Atlanta, GA, Alice King (Herman) of Marshall, VA, Alberta King of Manassas, VA, Eleanor Porter (Vondell) of Manassas, VA; one brother, Milton Woodson; one sister-in-law, Minnie Ella King Barbour; eleven grandchildren, and fifteen great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Leonard King; her brothers: Robert, James, Frank, William, Charles, and Edward; her sisters, Annie, Emma, MaryAnn, Christine Margaret, and Dorothy; as well as a host of nieces, nephews, great-nieces, and great nephews. They all played a part in her life enjoyments and has such a special relationship with her. Many thanks to all who made themselves available to support our mom and making her life a success. The family received visitors on Tuesday, November 16, 2021 at Moser Funeral Home from 10-11:00 AM, where a Funeral Service followed. Burial took place in Little Georgetown Cemetery. Online condolences may be offered at moserfuneralhome.com.
Robin Wanda Keener Peer Robin Wanda Keener Peer, daughter of the late Mickey and Wanda Keener, was born on August 23, 1960, in Manassas, Virginia. She departed her life on November 12, 20201, surrounded by loved ones. Robin attended Prince William County Schools. She was a long-term employee at Racetrack Gas Station before her car accident in 2004. Robin enjoyed bingo, sunbathing, shopping, outdoors, and of course, drinking her favorite drinks Pepsi, pineapple mango smoothies and she had to have her coffee for breakfast. She was an amazing, kind-hearted person that would help anyone that was close to her. Robin was also a strong, independent woman that was a true fighter until the end and never gave up! Her grand-babies meant everything to her. Her world revolved around them. She will be greatly missed. Robin was preceded to death with her parents mickey and Wanda Keener, brother Frankie, sister Jeanie, and granddaughter Ariyah. She leaves behind to cherish her memory her three children Chasity Bardon, Amanda Peer, and Ashley Peer, her stepson Chad Peer, grandchildren Nevaeh, Arianna, Malaki, Dontrae, Ervin, Armani, Tyrese, Jeramia, Alayah, Kaileb, and Azaiah, brothers Mickey, Tommy, and Clark, sisters Brenda, Debbie, and Joyce, and a host of cousins and friends.
Timothy Edward Dunne On Sunday, November 7, 2021, Timothy Edward Dunne (more commonly referred to as Gypsy) passed away in his home located in Manassas, Virginia. Tim was the son of Edward and Barbara Dunne (deceased); Brother to Patricia Kines, Judy Frazier, Christine Rice, and Kimberly Derr; Father of Amie Thompson, Samuel Dunne, Barbara Dunne, and their brother Jesse Toups; Grandfather to Paige Thompson, Alyssa Brennan, Jaylen Campbell, Brooklin Thompson, and Trinity Dunne. He was also an uncle to MANY nieces and nephews as well as a friend to countless others. Tim was born July 14, 1959, in Scranton, Pennsylvania and lived a fulfilling 62 years. In that time, he found a passion for truck driving, getting an insane amount of tattoos, and motorcycles. Many people never really get the chance to find their calling in life, but in the 62 short years Tim had with his family and friends, he had found a few; driving tractor-trailers was one. He loved traveling up, down, and all-around from coast to coast and would even bring his children, friends, and other family members along the way. With nothing but an open road ahead and maybe a little bit of traffic, he had nothing to worry about except his next destination; he was free. A little bit later, down the road, his grandchildren came along. There he found a new calling; the calling of Santa Claus! Every year on Christmas Eve, without fail, Tim would call each of his grandchildren and spread a little bit of Christmas magic with a quick “HO! HO!HO!” and made sure that they all left out cookies and milk for him. Hearing the pure joy and excitement in his grandchildren’s voices would make those phone calls worth everything to him! Those phone calls will be missed. Tim had quite a few health issues towards the last few years of his life, but he didn’t let that stop him from being around his family and friends. He was always there for anyone and everyone whenever they needed him and he did it without expecting anything in return. He was the life of the party, a comedian at heart, and a protector in spirit. Anywhere he went he was sure to put a smile on everyone’s face and make their stomachs ache from laughing so much! He was like no one you’ve ever met before and was a unique soul at that; he was the type of person that didn’t change to fit in anywhere. He stood out and enjoyed that about himself; it was truly inspirational. He lived with no regrets; none that I can recall anyway. He loved passionately, worked tirelessly, and lived spontaneously. The man left his mark on this world through so many people. He is a soul that will forever be missed but he will also never be forgotten. We will miss those late-night McDonald’s trips at two o’clock in the morning. We will miss the crazy phrases that he would say or the names he would call us. We will miss the road trips and adventures. We will miss seeing his name come across our phones on Christmas Eve. We will miss the jokes he told and hearing about the stories he was a part of. He may physically be gone, but his spirit lives within all of those things and so much more. He will continue to live within all of the lives he has touched and the memories made with him. With these things, we will remember him and we will carry him with us; ALWAYS! Services for Tim will be held at the Pierce Funeral Home located in Manassas, Virginia. It will take place Saturday, November 20, 2021 from 5 pm until 9 pm; attire is casual.
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OBITUARIES David James Weachter
Emily Claire Nelson Greer
David James Weachter was born on February 18, 1960 in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. His parents, Robert L. and Mary A. Weachter (Shenenberger), loved him very much. They raised him and his brother Steve to value hard work and devotion to family in their home in Manassas, Virginia, where Robert and Mary still live. Robert and Mary were very proud of their son. He is survived by his wife Rhonda, and their children Kevin and Shelley. Rhonda was David’s high school sweetheart, and they were married for 42 years. David and Rhonda shared many travels, sweet memories, and deep love for their son and daughter. David taught his children to put family first, to work hard, and to selflessly serve others. Kevin inherited his love of Washington sports, and a tirelessly diligent work ethic. David gave Shelley a drive to serve others, wherever she is and however she can. Kevin and Shelley emulated David by marrying excellent spouses in Brandi and Sean. He never met his granddaughter Eleanor, but his legacy will be with her for her entire life. David loved his children, all four of them, more than life itself. Not all of David’s family shared blood with him. Many valued weekends and holidays were spent at the home of Rhonda’s parents, Virgil and Shelley Thorne. He also loved and was loved by Gary, Brenda, and Wayne. David was an incredibly hard worker. After receiving his diploma from Stonewall Jackson High School, he worked as an excellent salesman and manager at Kinney Shoes, Champs Sports, Galyan’s, and Lowe’s. For over seventeen years, until the day he died, he served the U.S. Senate Postal Service, inspecting letters and packages to keep the heart of our republic safe. David always loved to gain new knowledge and new ideas. He was an avid reader. Even though he lived almost his entire life in Manassas, travel was a passion for David. He made numerous drives across the continent, surf fished the islands of North Carolina, and accrued countless miles on the back roads of our land. David was a quiet man to many, but loved to talk with friends and family for hours. David was humble before his Lord, and served his Creator by serving his fellow man. David spent hundreds of hours volunteering with the Northern Virginia Family Service (SERVE). His service continues beyond the grave, as his remains are being used by Anatomy Gift Registry to research and combat the pleural effusion and dendriform ossification which he fought in his last years. David left this world on Monday, November 8, 2021. His family invite all to join them in a memorial service at the Manassas Church of the Brethren on Friday, November 19 at 2:00 p.m., with light refreshments to follow. In lieu of flowers, please donate to the Northern Virginia Family Service (SERVE) and the Lost Dog and Cat Rescue Foundation.
Emily Claire Nelson Greer of Vienna died Nov. 6, 2021, just 20 days shy of her 26th birthday. The cause of death is pending. She was a graduate of Forest Park High School and earned an Associate’s Degree from Northern Virginia Community College. Emily was described by family and friends as breathtakingly smart and amazingly creative, with an interest in history and art. She endeavored to help others, whether the homeless or those suffering debilitating emotional struggles. She was employed by Dominos Pizza and Doodlebug Dogwalkers. Emily had made great strides in her life as she struggled with dissociative identity disorder, a reaction to significant severe childhood abuse and trauma. In a eulogy at her memorial service at Miller Funeral Home in Woodbridge, her father stated, “Everyone here, everyone who ever knew, liked, loved or just came across Emily should feel profoundly humbled by what they knew of her, but even more we should feel so profoundly humbled by the mysteries of what we did not know of her.” She is survived by her father, Richard Greer of Montclair; her stepmother, Jeanne Greer of Montclair; her mother Sandra Lynn Nelson Greer of Fairfax; her brother, David Greer of Berlin, Germany; her grandmother Paula Greer of Deerfield Beach, Fla.; aunts JoAnn Storment of Belleville, Ill., and Kris Greer of Coon Rapids, Minn.; her uncles Michael Greer and John Cooper of Philadelphia; Paul Storment of Belleville, Ill.; and Mark Greer of Coon Rapids, Minn.; and her beloved cat, Tortellini. Her body was donated to science and her ashes will be scattered at a later date. In lieu of flowers, it is requested that donations be made to An Infinite Mind, a volunteer organization dedicated to supporting people with dissociative conditions, at www.aninfinitemind.org.
Andrea Funk Druetzler Andrea Druetzler of Gainesville, VA went to be with the Lord on November 1, 2021. Andrea was born on June 18, 1959, the daughter of Betty (Erb) and Robert Funk. Andrea grew up in Indianapolis IN. She graduated from Southport High School (1977), Purdue University (1981), and earned her Master’s Degree from the University of Illinois-Chicago (1986). She shared thirty nine years of marriage with her husband, Bruce Druetzler of Gainesville, VA. She was mother to three loving children, Sam Druetzler , Erin Thompson (Andrew), and Brian Druetzler, all living in the northern Virginia area. She was grandmother to three grandchildren, Bruce, Oliver and Harrison. She is also survived by one brother, Arthur Funk of Oak Ridge, TN and three sisters, Anna Bow of Indianapolis, IN, Alane Lovell of Nashville, IN, and Anita Pomfred of Ft Wayne, IN. She was an active member in the life of Manassas Presbyterian Church. She volunteered and served in several capacities and actively supported many ministries in and outside of the church. She was a voracious reader, following and cataloging hundreds of her favorite authors. She loved traveling with her husband, children and friends to interesting and far away places. A memorial service to celebrate her life is being held on Saturday, November 20, 2021, at 3:0PM at the Presbyterian Church in Manassas Va. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Manassas Presbyterian Church memorial fund, or Faith Ministry www.faithministry.org.
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Clara May Reese Clara May Reese, 96 of Remington, VA passed away on Nov. 11, 2021 at Fauquier Health & Rehabilitation Center. She was born on Feb. 21, 1925 in Culpeper County, VA a daughter of the late George Dewey Cook and Martha Octavia Delf Cook. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brothers, Charles and Raymond Cook and her sister and her husband, Margaret Cook and Elmer Anderson; and her son-in-law, James L. “Jim” Geer. During World War II from 1942-1945, Clara did her part in the war-efforts by building torpedoes at the US Naval Torpedo Factor in Alexandria, VA. Years later was honored by the National Rosie-the-Riveter organization for her service. She was known in the Remington community as someone who was always helping others such as driving folks for doctor visits, grocery shopping and other necessary trips. She also taught people how to drive and she enjoyed welcoming new residents to her community and introducing them to the locals. Survivors include: her daughter, Carolyn Reese Geer (Phillip Johns ) of Monticello GA and her family- children: Robyn Marshall of Woodbridge and Angela Paige (Bryan) of Fredericksburg VA; Grandchildren (Robyn): Bruce James, Bethany, Kristen, and Katelyn; Great Grandchildren (Angela): Timothy Scott Beeler II, Dylan James Edwards, Michael Bryant Mitchell and Miranda Nicole Mitchell; Great Grandchild (Dylan’s son): Kayden Michael Edwards (Dylan); as well as Logan Paige and Abby Paige who are Bryan’s children; Her son: Tom William Reese Jr (Elsie Mae) of Midland VA; and his family- children: Jennifer Mae Mast (Richard) of Midland VA, and Tom William Reese III (Megan) of Collinsville OK; Grandchildren: Keely Mae Mast, Addison Grace Mast, Kinsley Harper Mast, Abby Mae Reese, Judah Abishai Thomas Reese, Ava Jane Reese. She is also survived by nephew Wayne Anderson of Front Royal, niece Gail (Anderson) Brown (Charlie) and numerous great nieces and nephews. The family will receive friends on Monday, Nov. 15 from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM at Moser Funeral Home, Warrenton where funeral services will be held on Tuesday, Nov. 16 at 2:00 PM. Pastor Bob Yoder will conduct the service. Interment will follow at the Remington Cemetery. Pallbearers serving will be Richard L Mast, Tom W. Reese, III, Bruce James Marshall, Timothy Scott Beeler, II, Aaron Michael Anderson, and Charles E. Embrey. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital or the Remington Volunteer Fire & Rescue Department. Online condolences may be made at www.moserfuneralhome.com.
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Tara D. Kott After an extraordinary and well lived life, Tara D. Kott, of Nokesville, Virginia, died a gentle and dignified death at home with her parents and family on November 11, 2021. Tara was born on August 26, 1963 in Honolulu, Hawaii to Stephen J. Kott and Julia J. Kott. Her father, a Marine aviator was killed in action in Vietnam on October 31, 1967, and Tara was raised by her mother Julie and stepfather Chris Christy a career Marine officer. She was known for her relentless thirst for knowledge, pursuit of excellence, and uncompromising commitment to family and friends. Tara was the Valedictorian of Camp Lejeune High School in 1981, and received the prestigious Morehead Scholarship at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. She then acquired her teaching certificate at George Mason University and taught at Wakefield High School in Arlington, Virginia. Tara had a keen interest in science and went on to earn her Master of Nursing at the University of California San Francisco where she was an oncology nurse. Tara was a passionate adventure seeker and an avid boater and nature lover. She traveled extensively and climbed to the peak of Mount Fuji, and hiked and camped in Colorado, Yosemite, and the Redwood Forest. She finished several Marine Corps Marathons and completed a triathlon. She walked countless miles along the beaches of Emerald Isle, North Carolina and Long Boat Key, Florida, and was most at home in warm weather near moving water and a sandy beach. Tara’s greatest joy was helping to raise her son Luke Neal, with her longtime friend, Kim Neal. Tara was most proud of her son’s outstanding achievements which culminated in his acceptance to the freshman class at Yale University where he plays varsity tennis. Tara was preceded in death by her father, Maj. Stephen J. Kott, and is survived by her son Luke, her parents Julie and Chris Christy, her brothers Steve, Jack and Jeff, sister Cristy, and aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews. Tara’s spirited enthusiasm and genuine compassion made the world a better place. She is forever loved and will always be missed. In lieu of flowers, Tara preferred donations to Mercy Ships or Doctors Without Borders. Memorial Services will be held at 1:00 p.m. Friday November 26th at the Manassas Presbyterian Church, 8201 Ashton Avenue, Manassas, Virginia 20109
Ronkeith “Keifus” Kirtley Ronkeith “Keifus” Kirtley passed away peacefully on Wednesday, November 10, 2021, at his residence in Morrisville, Virginia. He was 85 years old. Ronkeith was born May 9, 1936 in Cucumber, WV, the son of the late Elmer Buford and Grace Nevada Keen Kirtley. Ronkeith was a retired Virginia State Police Trooper where he proudly served his community for 30 years from August 16, 1962 – March 1, 1992. Upon his retirement, Ronkeith went back to work for the State of Virginia as a background investigator for the State Police for an additional 15 years. Ronkeith is also a veteran of the United States Air Force where he served his country for four years. Ronkeith is survived by his sister Yvonne Stallard (Jack); nephews Michael Kirtley (Andrea) and David Sisk (Catherine); nephews Richard Edwards and Tom Carberry (Sue); nieces Tammy Patton (Warren) and Tracey Edwards Jenkins (Andy); brother-in-law Charles Edwards, Jr. (Wanda). Ronkeith was preceded in death by his beautiful wife of 50 years, Barbara Edwards Kirtley. In addition he was preceded by his parents; brother Buford Elmer Kirtley and his wife, Ramona Kirtley; nephew Alan Kirtley; sister-in-law Mena Carberry; brother-in-law Alan Edwards; niece Brenda Edwards; and his godson Zachary Sisk. Ronkeith’s family would like to acknowledge the wonderful friends and caregivers involved in Ronkeith’s and Barbara’s care over the past several years; Nicole Adamson, Lili Brockhuizen, Stephanie Droguett, Joy Grant, Charlene Moore, Kathy Leake, and Diane Newman. In addition, we would like to give special thanks to Heartland Hospice Warrenton for the care that was provided to Ronkeith and Barbara. Ronkeith and Barbara were longtime and proud members of Morrisville United Methodist Church. Graveside Service were held Monday, November 15, 2021, 2:00pm at Morrisville United Methodist Church Cemetery Morrisville, VA. Rev. Beth Glass officiated In lieu of flowers, please consider contributions to Heartland Hospice, 493 Blackwell Rd #319, Warrenton, VA 20186, Attn. Memorial Fund. Online condolences can be made at:moserfuneralhome.com
ADVANCED HEALTHCARE DIRECTIVE Unexpected end-of-life situations that make people incapacitated can occur at any age. However, there is a way to prepare for such events by pre-planning. Advanced directives are legal documents in which people express their wishes regarding what actions should be taken for their health if they can no longer make decisions for themselves because of illness or incapacity. An advanced healthcare directive, also known as a living will, personal directive, and medical directive, isn’t just for the elderly. By planning, individuals can get the care they want and relieve the burden of decision-making from caregivers. Instructions such as the use of breathing machines, tube feeding, and organ or tissue donation are often included in these directives. When you have experienced the loss of a loved one, you can trust Moser Funeral Home Inc. to guide you through the process of honoring their life. At MOSER FUNERAL HOME, we pride ourselves on serving families in Warrenton and the surrounding areas with dignity, respect, and compassion. For more information, please call (540) 347-3431 or see us at our 233 Broadview Ave., Warrenton facility. We Our BRIGHT VIEW CEMETERY is located just outside of Warrenton.
Brian Keith Blount, 54, of Springfield, VA, formerly of Fauquier County, passed November 9, 2021. Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, November 17, 2021, 11:00 am, at Antioch Baptist Church, 6531 Little Ox Road, Fairfax Station, VA, 22039. Online condolences can be given at www.joynesfuneralhome.com
Places of Worship Grace Episcopal Church • HOLY EUCHARIST: Sundays, 9 a.m. • SUNDAY SCHOOL: Children & Adults 10 a.m. 5096 Grace Church Lane, Casanova (1 mile off Meetze Road) The Rev. James Cirillo, Priest • (540) 788-4419
www.gracechurchcasanova.org
St. John The Baptist Anglican Church
“The pain passes, but the beauty remains.” Pierre Auguste Renoir
Anglo Catholic in worship and order
Simple and Complex Estates
Fallon, Myers & Marshall, llP 110 Main Street Warrenton, VA 20186
540-349-4633
Mass Schedule: Sunday 8AM & 10:30 AM Wednesday 10 AM Holy Days 6PM Father Jonathan Ostman, Rector
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Public Notices Virginia: In the Circuit Court of Fauquier County Frances L. Payne Plaintiff vs. Case No: CL21-432 Keith L. Payne, Defendant Order of Publication The object of this suit is to obtain a divorce a vinculo matrimonii. It appearing from an Affidavit of Plaintiff, that the Defendant’s whereabouts are unknown and that diligence has been used by or on behalf of the Plaintiff to ascertain in what county or city the Defendant is, without effect; it is, therefore, ordered that the Defendant appear before this Court on or before December 10, 2021, at 10:30 am to protect his interest herein. It is further ordered that the foregoing portion of this Order be published once a week for four consecutive weeks in The Fauquier Times, a newspaper having general circulation in Fauquier County, Virginia. Entered the 26th day of October 2021. James E. Plowman, JUDGE I ask for this: William D. Ashwell, VSB: 83131 Counsel for Plaintiff Ashwell & Ashwell, PLLC 21 Culpeper Street, Warrenton, VA 20186 Phone (540) 991-9100; Facsimile (571) 762-1310 wda@ashwell.law
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Salvation Army needs seasonal bell ringers at The Salvation Army of the Virginia Piedmont Serving Fauquier, Culpeper, and Orange Counties In just a few weeks, the familiar sound of the Salvation Army’s Red Kettlebells will be heard as the Christmas Kettle season gets underway. Most of those ringing the bells are volunteers from around the community, but with hundreds of shifts to fill between Monday, Nov. 15 and Thursday, Dec. 23, the Salvation Army does need the help of some seasonal part-time paid workers in Fauquier, Culpeper and Orange counties to ensure the kettles stay manned. Pick up an application at the Salvation Army Family Store at 62 Waterloo Street in Warrenton and 133 E. Culpeper St. in Culpeper. Applicants must be at least 18 years of age and bring a driver’s license and social security cards in order to have those applications processed. For more information, contact Yina Heflin at 540-349-8076 or email yina.heflin@ uss.salvationarmy.org
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Bank of Clarke County, headquartered in Berryville, Virginia, intends to apply to the Federal Reserve Board for permission to establish a branch at 530 Blackwell Road Warrenton, Virginia 20186. The Federal Reserve considers a number of factors in deciding whether to approve the application including the record of performance of applicant banks in helping to meet local credit needs.
You are invited to submit comments in writing on this application to the Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond, P.O. Box 27622, Richmond, Virginia 23261. Comments can also be sent electronically to comments. applications@rich.frb.org. The comment period will not end before December 5, 2021. The Board’s procedures for processing applications may be found at 12 C.F.R. Part 262. Procedures for processing protested applications may be found at 12 C.F.R. 262.25. To obtain a copy of the Federal Reserve Board’s procedures, or if you need more information about how to submit your comments on the application, contact Adam M. Drimer, Assistant Vice President, at (804) 697-8980. The Federal Reserve will consider your comments and any request for a public meeting or formal hearing on the application if they are received in writing by the Reserve Bank on or before the last day of the comment period.
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NOTICE FAUQUIER COUNTY BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS DECEMBER 2, 2021 The Fauquier County Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a public hearing at 2:00 p.m. on Thursday, December 2, 2021 in the Warren Green Building, First Floor Meeting Room, 10 Hotel Street, Warrenton, Virginia to consider the following items: 1. SPECIAL PERMIT – SPPT-21-016194 – JOHN W. & SHANNON L. CHIERICHELLA (OWNERS)/STEPHANIE DAVIS (APPLICANT) – VIRGINIA EQUINE REHABILITATION AND PERFORMANCE CENTER – An application for a Category 13 Special Permit to allow an equine veterinary clinic. The property is located at 8520 Cannonball Gate Road, Marshall District, Warrenton, Virginia. (PIN 6965-34-7554-000) (Rebecca Acland, Staff) (Note: Public hearing was left open on November 4, 2021.) 2. SPECIAL PERMIT – SPPT-21-016360 – MORRISVILLE METHODIST EPISCOPAL CHURCH TRUSTEES/MORRISVILLE METHODIST CHURCH TRUSTEES (OWNERS)/EDWARD L. FOX, JR., TRUSTEE & ASHLEIGH A. HART, TRUSTEE (APPLICANTS) – MORRISVILLE PAVILION – An application for a Category 6 Special Permit to allow the construction of a picnic pavilion at an existing place of worship. The property is located at 4432 Morrisville Road, Lee District, Bealeton, Virginia. (PIN 7816-36-1500-000) (Rebecca Acland, Staff) The application materials can be found on the Land Development Online Portal at: https://commdevpay.fauquiercounty.gov/Energov_Prod/SelfService#/home. Approximately one week prior to the public hearing, staff reports for all items will be available online at: http://agenda.fauquiercounty.gov/. To arrange a time to review files in person, please contact the Department of Community Development’s Planning Office at (540) 422-8210, between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. Members of the public who would like to provide comments at a regular public meeting of the Planning Commission are encouraged to do so remotely in keeping with the County’s efforts to mitigate the spread of the coronavirus and protect the health, safety and welfare of the community. The meeting may be viewed on Fauquier County Government Channel 23 and can be livestreamed at http:// fauquier-va.granicus.com/ViewPublisher.php?view_id=1. Citizens desiring to participate in the meeting remotely are required to register in advance. Instructions are available on the County website at www.fauquiercounty.gov/PCVirtualMeeting. Citizens wishing to appear in person should arrive prior to the start time of the meeting. No face covering is required if fully vaccinated. We ask that all persons in the room or building who are not fully vaccinated wear masks or face coverings. Comments will be limited to three minutes. Fauquier County does not discriminate on the basis of handicapped status in admission or access to its programs and activities. Accommodations will be made for handicapped persons upon prior request. Citizens requiring reasonable accommodation for disabilities should contact Meredith Meixner, Planning Associate, at (540) 422-8210.
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V I R G I N I A: IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF FAUQUIER COUNTY CHARLES W. BROWN, Plaintiff, v. CASE No. CL21-449 UNKNOWN HEIRS OF GEORGE HEDGMAN AKA GEORGE HEDGEMAN UNKNOWN HEIRS OF EMILY HEDGMAN AKA EMELY HEDGMAN UNKNOWN HEIRS OF PRISCILLA HEDGMAN UNKNOWN HEIRS OF MARY QUARLES BUMBREY UNKNOWN HEIRS OF WILLIAM HEDGEMAN AKA WILLIAM HEDGEMAN BUMBREY UNKNOWN HEIRS OF GEORGE E. HEDGMAN UNKNOWN HEIRS OF EDWARD JAMES HEDGEMAN AKA JAMES W. HEDGEMAN UNKNOWN HEIRS OF ELVIRIA E. HEDGEMAN UNKNOWN HEIRS OF DORA WANZER UNKNOWN HEIRS OF LYDIA HENRY UNKNOWN HEIRS OF GEORGE WANZER UNKNOWN HEIRS OF EMILY WANZER PARTIES UNKNOWN Defendants. ORDER FOR PUBLICATION In this suit, Plaintiff Charles W. Brown is asking the court to order that he, through his predecessors-in-title, is the sole heir of Eliza Hedgman Bumbrey; and that he acquired title to the property described below for the reasons set forth in the Complaint to Quiet Title filed in this case. The subject property is located in Fauquier County, Virginia, and is more particularly described as follows: “All that certain lot or parcel of land lying near Bristersburg in the County of Fauquier, adjoining the land of K. E. Combs, deceased: Beginning at (1) indicated by plat and bounded as follows; thence from (1) a stone in Dr. Smoot’s field south side of a small brand N 7 E 46 poles to (2) a stone; thence N 55 E 40 poles to (3) a stone in Combs line near the Dumfries road; thence with said line S 26 E 76 poles to (4) a stone; thence S 80 deg. 41’ W 62.72 poles to the beginning, containing 20 acres, more or less, and being shown on a plat of survey by Wm. C. Read dated October 26, 1895 and recorded in Deed Book 87 at page 454; being the property conveyed to George Hedgman, Priscilla Hedgman and Emily Hedgman by Deed from Horace Smoot and Virginia Smoot, his wife, dated September 23, 1896 and recorded December 24, 1896 in Deed Book 87 at page 454; and All that certain tract & parcel of land lying in the county of Fauquier, in the state of Virginia, adjoining the land of K.E. Combs, deceased, Mason & Louisa Raymond, and Virginia Smoot, being a part of the land allotted to the said Virginia in the division of the real estate of her father and the land Bernard George deceased known as the Smith tract and bounded as follows: At (1) a stone corner to said Hedgman, thence through Dr. Smoot’s field S 7 W 22.32 poles to (2) a stone; thence N 84 1⁄4 E 77.20 poles to (3) a red oak in Combs’ line; thence with Combs’ line N 26 W 26.20 poles to (4) a stone corner to said Hedgman’s lot; thence with said lot to the beginning, containing ten acres and twenty-eight poles (10 a. 28 sqr. Pos.). Tax map no. 7849-47-5072-000 It appearing that an affidavit has been made stating that there are or may be persons interested in the subject matter of this suit whose names are unknown, namely the widows, widowers, heirs, devisees and successors in title of GEORGE HEDGMAN, GEORGE HEDGEMAN, EMILY HEDGMAN, EMELY HEDGMAN, PRISCILLA HEDGMAN, MARY QUARLES BUMBREY, WILLIAM HEDGEMAN, WILLIAM HEDGEMAN BUMBREY, GEORGE E. HEDGMAN, EDWARD JAMES HEDGEMAN, JAMES W. HEDGEMAN, ELIVIRIA E. HEDGEMAN, DORA WANZER, LYDIA HENRY, GEORGE WANZER, EMILY WANZER; and making said persons defendants by the general description of ” PARTIES UNKNOWN “; and an affidavit being made and filed stating that they are unknown; it is, therefore, ORDERED that the said Defendants, namely GEORGE HEDGMAN, GEORGE HEDGEMAN, EMILY HEDGMAN, EMELY HEDGMAN, PRISCILLA HEDGMAN, MARY QUARLES BUMBREY, WILLIAM HEDGEMAN, WILLIAM HEDGEMAN BUMBREY, GEORGE E. HEDGMAN, EDWARD JAMES HEDGEMAN, JAMES W. HEDGEMAN, ELIVIRIA E. HEDGEMAN, DORA WANZER, LYDIA HENRY, GEORGE WANZER, EMILY WANZER and any persons made defendants by the general description ”PARTIES UNKNOWN“ do appear before , December 15, 2021, and do what is necessary to protect their interests; IT IS FURTHER ORDERED that the foregoing portion of this order may be published once a week for four successive weeks in the Fauquier Times, a weekly newspaper published in Fauquier County, Virginia. ORDERED this 4th day of November 2021. James P. Fisher,Judge I ASK FOR THIS: Ann M. Callaway, Counsel for Charles W. Brown ANN M. CALLAWAY, P.C. VSB No 29014 15 Garrett Street; Warrenton, Virginia 20186 (540) 349-4100; (540) 347-1086 fax; acallaway@anncallawaylaw.com Your Ad Could be HERE Call Today 347-4222
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FIREWOOD • EDGING • FERTILIZING TREE REMOVAL • SPRAYING Cell: 540.422.9721 “A Country Boy’s Dream”
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THE 2021 OFFICIAL WHITE HOUSE CHRISTMAS ORNAMENT HONORING Lyndon B. Johnson The White House Historical Association’s 2021 Official White House Christmas Ornament commemorates the presidency of Lyndon Baines Johnson. One side of the ornament features a painting of the 1967 Blue Room Christmas Tree. Mrs. Johnson requested that Robert H. Laessig, a designer for American Greetings, paint the official Christmas tree in the Blue Room for their card that year.
$22.00 each Available at Rankin’s Furniture Store, or call (540) 349-0617 to order
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Donations No Monday Tues - Friday 9:00 - 3:00 Sat 9:00 - 1:00 249 E. Shirley Ave. Warrenton, VA 20186 540-359-6054 Fauquier_thrift@yahoo.com
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