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Dozens speak against Amazon data center at planning commission public hearing “I am puzzled by the apparent rush to move this forward despite multiple requests for more and better information.”

BERNARDINE CLARK

Public hearing continues at Nov. 22 meeting

By Peter Cary

Piedmont Journalism Foundation

About 60 town and county residents spoke Tuesday, Nov. 15, at a Town of Warrenton Planning Commission public hearing on whether Amazon Web Services should be granted a permit to put a data center at Blackwell Road and U.S. 29. Fifty-eight speakers were opposed, one talked about faulty government processes, and one person was in favor — a Rixeyville developer who owns properties in town that he hopes to sell to data-center operators.

Residents had been standing in the rain outside town hall before 6 p.m., waiting for the doors to open for the 7 p.m. meeting.

Although Planning Commissioner James Lawrence asked the crowd to refrain from applauding the speakers so they could keep the meeting moving along, there were frequent outbursts of applause or cheers from the standing-room-only crowd in the main room. The same could be heard from an overflow room down the hall.

See HEARING, page 4

Fauquier Hospital faces $15 million lawsuit over death of school superintendent’s son

KETTLE RUN FOOTBALL IMPROVES TO 12-0 Kettle Run offensive lineman Ronny Astudillo hugs athletic trainer Reylin Morgan in the giddy moments after Friday’s 38-14 win over Millbrook advanced the Cougars to this Saturday’s Class 4 Region C championship game.

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Two gastrointestinal practices, one doctor also named as defendants

By Colleen LaMay

Fauquier Times Staff Writer

Fauquier County Superintendent of Schools David Jeck filed a civil lawsuit Nov. 15 against Fauquier Hospital and three other defendants. He is seeking $15 million for the “untimely, painful, and preventable” death of his 28-year-old son seven days after he was taken to Fauquier Hospital’s emergency department.

David Collins Jeck, or “Lil” Dave, as his family called him in his obituary, woke up around midnight Nov. 29, 2021, with a bout of severe vomiting, after which he passed out on the bathroom floor, according to the lawsuit. There was some blood in the vomit, and Jeck was taken by ambulance to the hospital.

See LAWSUIT, page 6

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Community rallies around family displaced

by Nov. 15 Bealeton townhome fire Mom, newborn, 2 boys and their dog escaped

By Robin Earl

Fauquier Times Staff Writer

Sara Sweeney had just retrieved her two elementary school-aged boys off the school bus near their Bealeton townhome on Tuesday,

Nov. 15. They were all upstairs; the boys were watching television, and she was feeding her two-weekold baby when Sweeney smelled smoke and started downstairs to investigate. That’s when she “saw smoke pouring in from the garage.”

See FIRE, page 3

The Page-Sweeney family: Lucas Page, Nicholas Page with baby Charlie, Sara Sweeney and Nicholas Page.

SPORTS: Kettle Run football advances to region final, Maddie Martin feature.

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Local Christmas parades begin with Warrenton’s, Dec. 2

The Middleburg Hunt Review is always eagerly anticipated as riders, horses and hounds parade through town. A timely snowfall can be an added attraction.

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Christmas in Middleburg celebration Dec. 3 Middleburg trots out its finest for holiday festivities

Staff Report Each year on the first Saturday in December, Middleburg hosts its annual holiday celebration, Christmas in Middleburg. 2022 festivities begin at 8 a.m., Saturday, Dec. 3 with Breakfast with Santa and a silent auction at the Middleburg Community Charter School. The event features a breakfast, silent auction and pictures with Santa and Mrs. Claus. Visit www. mccspto.org for additional information.

Starting at 11 a.m., the Middleburg Hunt Review takes to the streets. One hundred and fifty riders in hunting attire and dozens of hounds come through the town. Throughout the day, there are choir performances and hayrides, as well as shopping and dining in the town’s shops and restaurants. Food trucks also will be located on North Pickering Street during the event.

The Middleburg Christmas Parade begins at 2 p.m.; spectators will line the sidewalks along Washington Street (Va. Route 50) to watch as an assortment of floats, troops and musical groups march by. The parade will include horses, ponies, llamas, alpacas and a variety of dog breeds. There will be antique fire trucks, and Santa will bring up the rear, riding on a horse drawn coach.

From 3 to 6 p.m., adults can relax and enjoy the Spirit of Middleburg. Offerings of food and wine tasting will allow adults to wind down and relax at Middleburg establishments of their choice while sampling foods, wines and spirits from throughout the area at local restaurants. Visit christmasinmiddleburg.org for a full list of Spirit of Middleburg stops.

See MIDDLEBURG, page 7

Clarification

In the Nov. 16 Fauquier Times, a caption appeared with a photo of a building at the corner of Main Street and Alexandria Pike. The caption should have read: “Like many structures on Main Street, Warrenton, this building has space on the second floor that could be converted into apartments, if zoning were changed to allow it.”

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Marshall

The Marshall Christmas Parade will be held on Main Street in Marshall on Saturday, Dec. 3. Line up will be at 10 a.m., and the parade will start at 11 a.m. Organizer Brenda Payne said that she has received about 35 to 40 entries; anyone still wishing to be a part of the parade can email marshallchristmasparade@gmail.com or call 540-270-1795.

The Marshall Fire Department will host Breakfast with Santa from 8 to 10 a.m.; adults are charged $10 each, but children pay less. Anyone who brings a toy for the department’s Toys for Tots effort can have breakfast at half price.

Marshall Moving Forward will host a Marshall Holiday Market from 9 to 12 on Dec. 3 as well. Potential vendors interested in participating may visit https://marshallvirginia. com/farmers-market/.

Remington

The Remington Christmas Parade will take place at 5 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 3 at 200 E. Marshall St. In Remington.

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The Town of Warrenton’s annual Christmas parade on Main Street will be held 6 p.m.

Friday, Dec. 2. Premiere Hospitality in Marshall will produce the event.

The parade will proceed on the same route along Main Street as it has in the past.

Hero’s Bridge, a local nonprofit that provides services for military veterans, has been chosen by Premiere Hospitality to be this year’s parade benefactor.

A portion of the parade proceeds will support six distinct programs that Hero’s Bridge operates to improve the quality of life for aging veterans in Fauquier, Culpeper, Rappahannock, Madison and Orange counties.

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Community rallies around family displaced by Nov. 15 Bealeton townhome fire FIRE, from page 1 She ran upstairs to get the baby, her other two children and their dog and got out of the house in a panic.

But as they ran out of the house into the cold rain, without jackets, she realized she had left her phone behind.

Several neighbors didn’t answer when she banged on their doors, but she finally found someone to call 911.

As she and her children sat in her car, soaking wet and cold, she borrowed a neighbor’s phone to call her children’s dad, who was at work. “I told him the house was on fire, that I got the kids out and the dog, but I wasn’t sure he really took it all in.”

The family has been told that the fire started in a spare refrigerator in the garage of their rental home. The damage to the townhome was significant and will take at least three months to repair, Sweeney said.

Nicolas Page said that the first floor is completely ruined and doesn’t know if they’ll be able to salvage their furniture because of the smoke damage.

Fundraiser for the Page-Sweeney family

To donate: Search for “Page-Sweeney House Fire Fund” at gofundme.com.

Details: The page is currently set up to collect $15,000 to help with the Page-Sweeney family’s housing, clothing and other needs.

Organizer: Melissa Ulm, a friend of the family, is managing the page.

Baby Charlie is only two weeks old.

For now, the family – Sweeney; Nicholas Page, 9; Lucas Page, 6; Charlie Page, 2 weeks old, and their dad, Nicholas Page — is staying in a Warrenton hotel, paid for by the Red Cross, donations from neighbors and a collection taken at the boys’ school, Grace Miller Elementary.

Lucas is in first grade and Nicholas is in fourth.

The fire that forced the Page-Sweeney family from their Bealeton home started in a spare refrigerator in their garage, according to Sara Sweeney.

The hotel room is full – with three many of their belongings were still kids, two adults, garbage bags and in boxes in the garage and were deboxes of donated clothes. Olivia, the stroyed in the fire. The family did Page-Sweeney’s gangly Shar Pei-pit not have renters’ insurance. bull mix occupies some space too.

Nicholas Page said that the family Sweeney’s sister, Ana Emer, was had to send their boys to school Nov. at the hotel room Sunday afternoon 11 with backpacks and jackets that holding baby Charlie while Sweeney smelled strongly of smoke. “Their welcomed a photographer, “Wel- jackets were hanging on the backs come to my mess,” she said cheer- of our kitchen chairs when the fire fully. started.

Emer worried aloud about what “Within 40 minutes, Lucas’ the next step is for the family. Do- teacher was on the phone telling nations that paid for the hotel room us they would have new backpacks will run out in a couple of days, she and jackets for the boys,” said Sara said. “We need to find some afford- Sweeney. able housing for them for the next Principal Deborah Diaz-Arnold three months.” called the family later that afternoon Managing in a hotel room with to offer support. Nicholas Page rethree small children and a dog — called, “She said that if we had to and the holiday approaching — is a move to Fredericksburg for a few strain, Sweeney said. And she knows months, that the school would prosomething about vide transportastrain. She had tion to school for only just rethe boys.”

“We lost a baby at turned home Diaz-Arnold 38 weeks two years Nov. 10 from said in an email, UVA Hospital ago. This was nothing “We are being in Culpeper afcareful not to incompared to that. ter spending six undate with too As long as everyone days there with much as they do is safe, this isn’t so her underweight not have space newborn. Charbad.” and supporting lie was born at the GoFundMe NICHOLAS PAGE only 5 pounds, is probably the 11 ounces, and best route to soon dropped take. However, down to 5 pounds. Because the we will be collecting items to presbaby was so small and not gaining ent to the family before the winter weight, she had to receive fortified holiday, keeping in mind, they have nutrition at the hospital to help her 6- and 10-year-old boys and a twoput on ounces before she could be week-old baby girl. As they will be discharged, Sweeney said. in temp housing for three months, Even now, Charlie has to be the needs are long term. The Bealebreastfed every two hours, an ex- ton community has been tremendous hausting prospect for any new mom, in the support of the family.” but especially stressful now. FortuThe family will have to replace all nately, at the baby’s two-week check of their belongings, but some are not in, doctors found she was back up to replaceable. In 2020, Sweeney lost a her birth weight. baby at birth, and “all our memorabilia of him was packed in boxes in The community responds Sweeney said she has been sur- the garage,” Sweeney said.

Nicholas Page was just thankful prised by all the support offered since the fire displaced her fami- that his family was safe. “We lost ly. “We only moved here recently, a baby at 38 weeks two years ago. so our neighbors don’t even really This was nothing compared to that. know us yet. Everyone has gone so As long as everyone is safe, this isn’t so bad.” far out of their way to help us.”

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Dozens speak against Amazon data center at planning commission public hearing HEARING, from page 1 Planning commissioners prioritized speakers who were town residents; the first 20 or so who stepped to the mic live within town limits.

Objections to the Amazon project varied, and some had been voiced before at two town meetings organized by opposition groups. They included the fear of 24-7 noise that might come from the center, the idea that a data center on Blackwell Road violated the town’s comprehensive plan, and that nondisclosure agreements signed by town officials made the process irregular and secretive.

But new themes emerged, the most prevalent of which was that Amazon’s application, lacking a noise impact study and other requirements, was incomplete and either should be rejected or not even considered. Many residents also spoke of Warrenton’s unique and historic atmosphere and said a data center in town just felt wrong.

Town officials said close to 80 people had signed up to speak, but some departed without taking their turn. Planning commission members agreed to continue the public hearing on Tuesday, Nov. 22, so others could air their opinions.

At the Nov. 22 session, the commission also could move on to publicly review the application with the town staff and Amazon, something originally planned for the Nov. 15 meeting. Planning commissioners might even vote on the proposal then, said chair Susan Helander after Tuesday’s meeting. After the planning commission votes to recommend approval or denial, the proposal will be sent to the Warrenton Town Council for consideration.

Addressing the planning commission

One speaker, Christen Snow, said the data center issue had brought the town together as never before.

“There’s something that Warrenton has done that no jurisdiction, no politician and no governing body in the entire United States of America has done,” she said. “Tonight, you have listened to people from flaming liberals to die-hard conservatives united in opposition. This place is awesome.“ Loud applause broke out.

“So who’s gonna buy a home that is subject to constant noise and vibration 24/7, 365 days a year?”

ALBERT MUDRIAN

A dozen others spoke of their concerns about noise. Some cited controversy in Chandler, Arizona, where a data center has generated noise complaints. Others referenced a cluster of four Amazon centers south of Manassas where nearby residents complain of sleeplessness, anxiety and headaches. Amazon has been trying to fix that problem since summer, but the matter is far from resolved – a point not lost on some Warrenton residents.

The focus on noise has been driven recently by Amazon’s declaration two weeks ago that a required noise study it had submitted as part of its special-use permit application was only a draft and included incomplete and inaccurate information.

Amazon has proposed that it submit its sound study after securing a permit, at the site development stage instead, and that it do a second noise study one month after the data center begins operation. If it fails that test, it would have to mitigate the noise within two months -- but could take longer if needed -- according to the conditions for approval submitted by the company on Nov. 15. The conditions impose no penalty for continued failure. Amazon lawyer John Foote said at Tuesday’s hearing that those approval conditions would put his client and the town in “a happy place.”

“Due diligence says, take your time. Look at all the questions that have come up.

Look at all the questions that you’ve gotten from tonight. You haven’t been getting the answers because the vendor’s in a hurry; they’re not accustomed to waiting.”

WALTER HITCHCOCK

“I went and listened at night to one of the data centers and I was horrified.”

BARBARA AMSTER

Residents, however, were skeptical. “This is too important to rely on assurances from the applicant,” said Steve Wojcik, who has been speaking out for a year about noise concerns.

He lives near the old wire factory off Falmouth Street, which owner David Dobson is trying to market as a site for more data centers.

Owen Schefer, who lives on Whippoorwill Drive, said he drove to the Great Oak subdivision south of Manassas where Amazon is trying to quiet its data centers. “They said they will make it work. It’s not working out for Great Oak,” he said.

His wife, Denise Schefer, said: “Why are you considering voting on this application when it’s incomplete? This is a decision you will be remembered for.”

At least a dozen speakers said the project would violate the comprehensive plan, which does not mention data centers in town and would ruin Warrenton’s quaint and historic nature. Justin O’Donnell, who moved to Warrenton three and a half years ago with his wife and three children, said, “It is beautiful here, with a small-town look and feel.” He said a data center was not right for a district designated by the comprehensive plan for mixed use. “Surely there is a need for data centers, but not in our small town.”

“It’s a heavily forested one mile between me and the Warrenton training facility run by Amazon.

We can no longer just sleep with our windows open” DAVID WINN

“The [noise] report is basically noncredible and is a real misrepresentation of the facts.”

JOHN LYVER

One speaker, Karolyn Elmenhurst, copied down all the adjectives describing Warrenton she had seen on banners along Broadview Avenue: Fun. Quaint. Welcoming.

Charming. Beautiful. Scenic. Hometown. Nature. Receptive. Authentic.

Warm. Genuine. Historic. “Everything a data center is not,” she said.

David Dobson, the lone speaker in favor of the application, put two of his properties on the market in July, complete with sketches for data centers there. One property is directly across the U.S. 17 spur from Amazon’s proposed Blackwell Road site, and the other is the old wire factory.

At the hearing, he noted that the Warrenton proposal for a 220,000-square-foot center is not like those in Prince William County, which is looking at adding 27 million square feet of data centers. He pointed out that the Warrenton site is zoned industrial and could have hosted a 1.3 million-square-foot warehouse.

He said that the proposed center would not be using town water and that water and that Dominion Energy had scrapped plans to build miles of new transmission lines and an on-site substation to power the facility. He argued that the building’s architecture was more attractive than a Walmart, which Warrenton already has. As far as noise goes, he said, one could visit Fauquier Hospital, which has a large, but quiet, chilling and electrical plant.

“Can technology solve this problem?” he asked. “Yes.” Perhaps the most dramatic moment in the three-and-a-half hour meeting came when David Daubert, the last person to speak, took the mic. He said he had moved to Fauquier several years ago and now had three children. He said he believed he lived the closest of anyone in the room to the proposed site and wanted the commission to hear what his family would be hearing on their deck if the data center is built. He then held his phone next to the mic and played a loud, low tone – he said it was 66 hertz – for nearly two minutes. He described the sound as loud as a vacuum cleaner in the room.

He left, saying, “I’m going to go home and kiss my kids goodnight.”

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Fauquier Hospital earns third ‘D’ grade in a row for patient safety

By Colleen LaMay

About Fauquier Health

Fauquier Times Staff Writer

Fauquier Hospital scored a third “D” grade in a row for patient safety, even as Virginia hospitals overall ranked among the best in the nation. The fall 2022 grades were released Nov. 16.

Fauquier Hospital was the only hospital in Virginia to receive a “D” grade for fall 2022. No hospitals received an “F.” Four nearby hospitals — UVA Prince William Medical Center (Manassas), UVA Haymarket Medical Center, Novant Health UVA Health System Culpeper Medical Center and Inova Fairfax Hospital — received “A” grades, and University of Virginia Medical Center in Charlottesville received a “B.” The Leapfrog Group, a national nonprofit organization, releases hospital-safety grades twice a year for more than 3,000 hospitals nationwide.

“The Safety Grade rates hospitals on the very basics of medical care, such as handwashing, entering prescriptions through a computer and the availability of highly trained nurses,” Leapfrog says on its Safety Grade website.

“Upwards of 250,000 people die every year from preventable errors in hospitals,” Leapfrog continues. “It’s up to everyone to make sure that patient safety is the number-one priority at every hospital across the United States.”

Fauquier Hospital’s new report card cited problems similar to those Leapfrog noted in the hospital’s spring 2022 and fall 2021 report cards, when

What: Fauquier Health is a community health system owned by LifePoint, a private, forprofit rural health-care chain. Apollo Global Management, a private equity firm, owns LifePoint.

Address: Fauquier Hospital is located at 500 Hospital Drive in Warrenton.

Facilities: Fauquier Hospital is a fully accredited, 97-bed hospital.

To look up Fauquier Hospital’s full Hospital Safety Grade report, go to www.hospitalsafetygrade.org the hospital also received “D” grades.

Those problems included below-average scores for: patients experiencing harmful events after a surgery, a procedure or childbirth; the prevalence of patients with dangerous bedsores; and patients’ perception of how well the hospital staff, doctors and nurses communicated with them and how quickly they responded when patients called for help.

The newest Leapfrog grades are based on hospital data from 2018 to the end of 2021, depending on the measure.

A new CEO, Rebecca Segal, took the reins at Fauquier Hospital in September, nearly a year after Chad Melton resigned to take a position at a nonprofit hospital in Seattle, Washington.

“Currently, there are a number of public re-

About Leapfrog Hospital grades

Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grades, formerly known as Hospital Safety Scores, are assigned to nearly 3,000 general acute-care hospitals across the nation twice annually. The Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade considers more than 30 national performance measures from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, the Leapfrog Hospital Survey and information from other supplemental data sources.

Taken together, those performance measures produce a single letter grade representing a hospital’s overall performance in keeping patients safe from preventable harm and medical errors.

The Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade methodology has been peer reviewed and published in the Journal of Patient Safety.

Source: Leapfrog website porting systems, including the Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade, which evaluate hospital performance,” Segal responded in an email to the latest Leapfrog score. “These systems use different quality measures, performance data and methodologies to calculate scores,” she wrote.

“As a result, a hospital may perform well on one report card and poorly on another.” She did not immediately provide information on public reporting systems showing good news for Fauquier Hospital.

See HOSPITAL GRADE, page 8

Fauquier Hospital faces $15 million lawsuit over death of school superintendent’s son LAWSUIT, from page 1 The care he received there caused or contributed to Jeck’s death, the suit says.

At the heart of the lawsuit are allegations that Fauquier Hospital, along with the physician practices, failed to have protocols in place to ensure a gastrointestinal specialist was available to see patients in a timely manner when the hospital’s emergency department asked them to come.

The lawsuit was filed in Fauquier County Circuit Court, seeking $10 million for wrongful death by medical negligence and an additional $5 million under the Survival Act, which allows the elder Jeck, as administrator of his son’s estate, to sue for his son’s personal injuries. Jeck seeks $5 million for his son’s pain, suffering, mental and emotional anguish “and other injuries and damages before his untimely, painful and preventable death, which was caused by the defendants’ negligent conduct.”

The elder Jeck declined to comment Friday. “It’s still way too difficult to think about,” he said. “I am not going to comment on anything.”

He referred calls to attorney Jacqueline T. Colclough of Regan Zambri Long, a Washington, D.C., law firm whose specialties include personal injury and medical malpractice. She did not respond to the Fauquier Times’ request for comment.

The other three defendants in the lawsuit are Advanced Digestive Care LLC, Gastroenterology Associates and Dr. Tinatin K. O’Connell, who is with Gastroenterology Associates.

The physician practices, along with the hospital, allegedly failed to provide adequate call coverage.

O’Connell allegedly failed to re-

The lawsuit Count 1: Wrongful death – Medical Negligence

“As a direct and proximate result of the negligent acts and/or omissions of Defendants and all agents, servants, and/or employees of Defendants who rendered medical care to Mr. Jeck, including, without limitation, Defendant Dr. O’Connell … the surviving statutory beneficiaries of Mr. Jeck, including Plaintiff, have incurred medical expenses, funeral expenses, loss of services, protection, care and assistance expected to be performed by Mr. Jeck, and any and all other damages recoverable under the Virginia Wrongful Death Act.” — Suit seeks judgment of $10 million, plus interest, costs assessed against the defendants “and all other relief this Court deems appropriate”

Count 2: Survival Act – Medical Negligence

About David Collins Jeck

“Lil” Dave’s obituary from 2021 said he was a graduate of the New England Culinary Institute, “where he was recognized as the most outstanding student in his graduating class.”

“David worked in many fine restaurants in Virginia and South Carolina, most recently at Field and Main in Marshall,” the obituary said.

“He was an avid golfer and perhaps the most enthusiastic Los Angeles Dodger fan on the planet.

“David was a kind, generous and caring kid who would do anything for his many friends and family,” the obituary said. spond in a “timely” way to repeated requests to evaluate Jeck’s condition and then failed to treat Jeck with the same level of skill and diligence as other gastrointestinal specialists across the commonwealth, the suit says.

Physicians typically agree to respond to calls from the emergency department within a set timeframe, either in person or by phone.

Gastroenterology Associates declined to comment. Advanced Digestive Care, O’Connell, and Fauquier Hospital were unavailable by

The elder Jeck, as the personal representative of his son’s estate, can seek damages for the personal injuries the younger Jeck suffered. “Mr. Jeck experienced severe pain and suffering, mental and emotional anguish, and other injuries and damages before his untimely, painful, and preventable death, which was caused by Defendants’ negligent conduct.”

— Suit seeks judgment of $5 million, plus interest, costs assessed against the defendants, “and all other relief this Court deems appropriate.” press time Monday. No court dates have been set.

Timeline

The lawsuit alleges that Jeck may not have died if the gastroenterologist who was supposed to be on-call at Fauquier Hospital that day hadn’t taken hours to respond to the hospital’s repeated requests for help.

The physician who first saw Jeck in the Fauquier Hospital emergency department said the patient was a “healthy-appearing male in no distress” but the doctor asked for a consult from a GI specialist because of the bloody vomiting and loss of consciousness Jeck suffered at home, the suit says. The exact time the ED doctor made that request is not clear in the lawsuit, but the nursing staff noted at 6:39 a.m. that they were “awaiting (the GI) consultant.” The doctor they were waiting for was O’Connell, according to the lawsuit.

At some point over the next few

hours, the doctor who took over Jeck’s case in the emergency department saw changes in his patient’s bloodwork that might signal new bleeding in his stomach. In addition, Jeck’s heart rate was abnormally high, the suit said.

The doctor began to worry that blood products might need to be administered to Jeck to counteract blood loss and that the patient might need an endoscopy, the lawsuit says.

Endoscopy is a procedure that would allow doctors to see into Jeck’s digestive system via a tiny camera.

The doctor also kept trying to reach O’Connell. “In the hours that followed, Defendant Dr. O’Connell did not come to the bedside to examine Mr. Jeck despite many attempts to contact her,” the lawsuit says. Hospital staff, including the emergency medicine doctor assigned to Jeck, tried many ways of reaching out to See LAWSUIT, page 13

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Christmas in Middleburg celebration Dec. 3 MIDDLEBURG, from page 2

Tree lighting on Dec. 2

The Middleburg Museum will host a Christmas tree lighting ceremony on Friday, Dec. 2. Caroling will begin at 5 p.m., behind the Pink Box Visitor Center at 12 North Madison St. Refreshments will also be served.

Mayor Bridge Littleton will lead the countdown to the tree lighting, which will feature more than 1,000 lights.

Call the Middleburg Museum at the Pink Box Visitor Center at 540-6878888 for additional information.

To attend

Parking for Christmas in Middle-

burg is available for $50 per vehicle. Shuttle service will be provided.

Visit https://christmasinmiddleburg. org/purchase-parking/ to purchase parking passes. Advanced purchase of parking passes is required (no day-of-event sales). Free handicap accessible parking will be available behind Middleburg United Methodist Church (15 West Washington St.). A valid DMV-issued disabled parking placard or license plate is required.

The Middleburg Town Office can answer questions at 540-687-5152 or email Organizer@ChristmasinMiddleburg.org. Visit www.ChristmasinMiddleburg.org to view an event schedule, list of activities, shop specials and more. Follow Christmas in Middleburg on Facebook for event updates.

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Virginia State Ballet changes its name to Warrenton Ballet Center After opening a Warrenton-based ballet school in August, Ariana Myers found that the community was hungry for more access to the performing arts. As her own relationships with the ballet world and the local area deepen, her original vision and mission for the school are evolving, she said in a press release.

Now, her Virginia State Ballet has changed its name to the Warrenton Ballet Center. “The new name gives us the ability to bring Warrenton to the main stage,” said Myers.

Having recently been invited to judge at the Global Dance Open, an international competition that will see dancers participate from over 40 countries, Myers felt the name change was important to building the dance community she envisions for area students. “Being seen on the global stage allows me to create big-

ger opportunities for my students, but it also opens the door to bring international students here to study.”

Including the town’s name in the dance school’s brand makes it easier to find the school, both locally and internationally, Myers said, and the “name will clearly identify this unique, Vaganova method school of ballet from other schools in the commonwealth. It will also drive Warrenton’s visibility as a leader in the performing arts world.”

Warrenton Ballet Center will continue to operate at 484 Blackwell Road, Warrenton, in Suite 102.

The school is designed to provide a comprehensive ballet education for students, ages 4 to 22, to pursue professional dance careers, to attend university dance programs or to learn more about how dance can benefit them.

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Fauquier Hospital is playing catchup with other hospitals in the state.

Virginia ranks second overall among all states in the Fall 2022 Leapfrog Group Hospital Safety Grade state rankings, according to a news release from the Virginia Hospital and Healthcare Association. In the latest rankings, 37 of 71 Virginia general acute-care hospitals evaluated earned “A” grades, according to VHHA. Four hospitals, including Inova Loudoun Hospital, have received straight A’s since 2012, when Leapfrog began its rankings. The other three hospitals with straight A’s are owned by Sentara, a non-profit health care organization serving Virginia and northeastern North Carolina.

“Hospitals across Virginia are unique in many ways, including where they are located, the communities and patients they serve and the types of medical care they most commonly provide,” Peter Mulkey, Clinch Valley Health CEO and chair of the Virginia Hospital & Healthcare Association’s board of directors, said in the news release.

“But what each hospital has in common is an unparalleled commitment to giving each patient high-quality care in a safe environment,” Mulkey said. “It is an honor to be part of a hospital community that prides itself on achieving exceptional patient care and safety.”

Leapfrog considers hand washing, infections in the blood and patient falls among the most important safety measures. Fauquier Hospital scored better than average for careful hand washing and for keeping patients from suffering falls.

However, the hospital scored below

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Patients with central lines — tubes inserted into the body to deliver medication and other treatments — are at high risk for developing dangerous infections in their blood. Those infections can delay recovery and even cause death. Fauquier Hospital patients had more central-line infections than expected, given the number of patients with central lines, the size of the hospital and other factors.

In other safety findings, Fauquier Hospital had enough qualified nurses, and it had specially trained doctors to care for patients in the intensive care unit, but the hospital continued to struggle with communication, just as it did in earlier report cards. That included communication between patients and hospital staff about medicines and discharge instructions. The hospital also scored poorly on the measure of how long the staff takes to respond when patients are in pain or can’t get to the bathroom.

Segal said Fauquier Hospital’s fall report card reflected improvements over the spring 2022 report card.

“There are 22 measures used by Leapfrog for scoring and when we compare the Spring data to Fall, Fauquier Health has improved in 7 of them,” she wrote.

“As previously shared, since the time period used to calculate this grade, Fauquier Health has implemented a number of initiatives designed to enhance quality, and these are not reflected in the current outcomes,” Segal wrote.

“It is our privilege to serve the healthcare needs of our community, and we will continue monitoring our progress and exploring opportunities to ensure all patients have access to high-quality care close to home,” Segal wrote.

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PATH hosts Dec. 3 information session about securing veterans’ services A briefing for veterans and family members with questions about veterans’ benefits will be held at 9:30 a.m.

Saturday, Dec. 3 at the PATH Foundation headquarters, 321 Walker Drive in Warrenton. The meeting will answer questions from those who are in the process of making claims or who would like to know more about the process and what benefits are available.

Tom Holley (CSM RET, USA), vet-

erans service representative of the Virginia Department of Veterans Services, will lead the information session. The presentation will be oriented to veterans, spouses, widows and widowers, family members, caregivers and those currently in military service. Holley will provide up-to-date information and address questions on eligibility and application processes for federal and state benefits and services.

He will also explain recent initiatives including the PACT Act, the new law that expands Veterans Administration health care and benefits for veterans exposed to burn pits and other toxic substances.

The session will be held in the Fauquier A/B conference room at the PATH Foundation. Following the presentation, Holley and other DVS veterans’ services officers will

Above, senior knight Chris Butler collects donations from drivethrough customers at Chick-fil-A in Warrenton.

Members of the Knights of Columbus distributed 125 Thanksgiving turkeys to those in need on Saturday, Nov. 19.

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The Knights of Columbus collects donations for veterans The Knights of Columbus, Father Charles F. Waters Assembly 288 of Warrenton, collected $8,000 to benefit military veterans during Veterans Day weekend. The members asked for donations from Chick-fil-A patrons in Warrenton, Culpeper and Front Royal over two days. “It’s incredible how generous people can be when it comes to our veterans, especially in times of inflationary economic conditions,” said Mike Reilly, the assembly’s Faithful Navigator.

be available for individual assistance sessions from 10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the Rappahannock Room to prepare claims, follow up on claims processing or submit appeals.

This event is sponsored by VFW Post 9835, in partnership with Hero’s Bridge, at no cost to local veterans.

Attendees are asked to enter the building from the rear and use the stairs or elevator to the second floor.

Knights of Columbus gives away 125 Thanksgiving meals to families in need Working with the St. Vincent de Paul Society at St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church in Warrenton, the members of Knights of Columbus Council #5561 in Warrenton distributed 125 Thanksgiving turkeys to families in need Nov. 19.

Brian McGinniss of Knights of Columbus said that the turkeys, as well as the same number of $40 gift cards, were donated by Wegmans in Lake Manassas. He said that usually, the

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The Knights worked with Head Start and the St. Vincent de Paul Society to find families who would like the gifts. Four turkeys were also donated to Warrenton’s homeless shelter on Keith Street in Warrenton, McGinnis said.

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IN THE FIGHT AGAINST COVID-19, YOU’VE IN THE FIGHT GOT OPTIONS. AGAINST COVID-19, YOU’VE GOT OPTIONS. To increase your protection from COVID-19, ask your doctor or pharmacist if the latest bivalent booster shot is right for you. If you haven’t received your flu shot, remember to ask about that too.

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HOLIDAY EVENTS Santa Run What: The Warrenton Volunteer Fire Company will hold a pick-up parade to collect toys for its Toys for Tots effort When: Monday, Nov. 27 to 30 Details: See facebook.com/ warrentonfire for specific times and neighborhoods Theatre What: Fauquier Community Theatre presents “Holiday Inn” When: Friday, Dec. 2 to Sunday, Dec. 18; Friday and Saturday performances are 7:30 p.m.; Sunday matinees at 2 p.m.

Where: Vint Hill Theater on the Green, 4225 Aiken Drive, Warrenton Cost: $22 adults; $20 seniors (60 and up); $18 full-time students Reservations: 540-349-8760 Warrenton Christmas Parade What: Warrenton Christmas Parade When: 6 p.m. Friday, Dec. 2 Where: Old Town, Main St., Warrenton Tree lighting What: Tree lighting ceremony When: 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 1 Where: Harry’s, 6809 Airlie Road, Warrenton Santa Paws What: Santa Paws at Airlie When: 6 to 9 p.m. Friday, Dec. 2 Where: Airlie, 6809 Airlie Road, Warrenton Cost: $20 per pet Info: Pictures in front of the fireplace;

treats from Santa; make paw print ornament Cookie decorating What: Christmas cookie decorating When: 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 1 Where: Barking Rose Brewery, 9057 Old Culpeper Road, Warrenton Cost: $65 Tickets: cupcakebouquetsandmore. com Info: Includes drink and swag bag Remington Christmas Parade What: Remington Christmas Parade When: 5 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 3 Where: 200 E. Marshall St., Remington Marshall Christmas Parade What: Marshall Christmas Parade When: 11 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 3 Where: 8382 W. Main St., Marshall Parade What: Middleburg Christmas Parade When: 11 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 3 Where: 300 W. Washington St., Middleburg Ballet What: Nutcracker ballet When: 4 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 3 and Sunday, Dec. 4 Where: Fauquier High School, 705 Waterloo St., Warrenton Cost: $30 to $35 Tickets: lasleycentre.com Info: Presented by the Lasley Centre for the Performing Arts

Dance What: Swing into the Holidays with the Silver Tones When: 7 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 3 Where: Marshall Community Center, 4133 Rectortown Road, Marshall Cost: $15 in advance; $20 at the door; seniors (65 and older) and students (with ID) are $10 at the door; kids 5 and under are free Tickets: silvertonesswingband.com Free stocking from Santa What: Children 10 and younger can receive free stocking with treats When: Noon, Saturday, Dec. 3 Where: Warrenton Village Center, West Lee Highway, Warrenton Concert What: Holiday concert When: 3:30 p.m. Dec. 4 Where: Culpeper United Methodist Church, 1233 Oaklawn Drive, Culpeper Info: Presented by the Blue Ridge Chorale Concert What: Christmas in Music When: 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 8 and Friday, Dec. 9 and 3 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 10 Where: Warrenton United Methodist Church, 341 Church St., Warrenton Cost: $15 adults; $5 children in grades K to 12 Info: Presented by the Warrenton Chorale with the P. B. Smith Honor Choir Painting

What: Holiday Paint and Sip Night When: 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 8 Where: Denim and Pearls, 29 Main St., Warrenton Cost: $55 a person, includes all materials needed and a complimentary glass of wine Tickets: wineanddesign.com Info: Make holiday craft; food, drinks Christmas lights What: Verdun Light Show Hayride When: 6 to 9:30 p.m. Friday, Dec. 9 to Sunday, Dec. 11 Where: Verdun Adventure Bound, 17044 Adventure Bound Trail, Rixeyville Cost: $5 a person Info: Gates open at 5:30 p.m.; 540937-4920 Market What: Holiday Market When: 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 3 Where: Old Bust Head Brewing Company, 7134 Farm Station Road, Warrenton Info: Local artisan vendors; craft beer; hot drinks; live music; Old VA Smoke and Bratworks food trucks on site Market What: Holiday Craft Market with Santa When: Noon to 4 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 3 Where: Old Trade Brewery, 13270 Alanthus Road, Brandy Station Info: Shop for gifts; enjoy hot and cold drinks; cookies; pictures with Santa See HOLIDAY EVENTS, page 13

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CALENDAR OF UPCOMING FAUQUIER EVENTS NOV. 23 TO DEC. 1 ONGOING EVENTS Food assistance

What: Peas and Grace When: 8:30 to 11 a.m. Tuesdays and 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. Saturdays Where: Grace Episcopal Church, 6507 Main St., The Plains Info: For those in need of food assistance

Spiritual Care Support Ministries

What: For those experiencing the death of a loved one, divorce or chronic illness When: 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Monday, Wednesday, Friday; 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Tuesday and Thursday Where: Spiritual Care Support Ministries, 7179 New Hope Lane, Warrenton Cost: Free Info: 540-349-5814 or www.scsm.tv

Wednesday, Nov. 23 Story time

What: In-person story time When: 10:30 to 11 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 23 and Wednesday, Nov. 30 Where: John Marshall Branch Library, 4133 Rectortown Road, Marshall and Bealeton Branch Library, 10877 Willow Drive, Bealeton Info: For children up to age 5 and their families; 540-422-8500

Story time

What: Raising Readers story time When: 10:30 to 11 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. to noon Wednesday, Nov. 23 and Wednesday, Nov. 30 Where: Warrenton Central Library, 11 Winchester St., Warrenton Required registration: fauquierlibrary.org Info: Longer stories, finger plays, and songs for 2-to-4-year-olds with a parent or caregiver

Alzheimer’s seminar

What: Alzheimer’s and dementiarelated illnesses seminar When: 11:30 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 23 Where: Virtual Cost: Free Info: Presented by the Villa at Suffield Meadows Register: Sophia Cameron, 540-3163800

Fauquier County Public Libraries

What: All public libraries will close at noon When: 9 a.m. to noon, Wednesday, Nov. 23 Where: Warrenton Library, Bealeton Branch Library, John Marshall Branch Library

Oyster Festival

What: 7th annual Orlean Oyster Fest When: 3 to 11:30 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 23 Where: Orlean Market, 6855 Leeds Manor Road, Marshall Reservations: 540-364-2774 Seating times: 3 p.m., 5 p.m., 7 p.m., 9 p.m.

Trivia

What: Trivia night When: 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, Nov.

See Fauquier Times’ holiday section, pages 15 to 24, for more events.

23 and Wednesday, Nov. 30 Where: Old Bust Head Brewing Company, 7134 Farm Station Road, Warrenton Info: Hosted by Fauquier Trivia

Trivia

What: 2022 Trivia When: 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 23 and Wednesday, Nov. 30 Where: Barking Rose Brewing Company, 9057 Old Culpeper Road, Warrenton

Thursday, Nov. 24 Senior Supper

What: Senior Supper When: 4:30 to 6 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 24 and Thursday, Dec. 1 Where: Bistro on the Hill, 500 Hospital Drive, Warrenton Cost: $7.50 Info: For seniors 55-plus

Coffee and conversation

What: Fellowship, encouragement, hope through conversation with others When: 10 a.m. to noon Thursday, Nov. 24 and Thursday, Dec. 1 Where: Spiritual Care Support Ministries, 7179 New Hope Lane, Warrenton Info: 540-349-5814

Food pantry

What: Fauquier FISH Food Pantry When: 9:30 a.m. to noon Saturday, Nov. 19 and Tuesday, Nov. 22 Where: Fauquier FISH, 24 Pelham St., Warrenton Info: Ready to cook meals and additional food for residents of Fauquier County; bring ID and proof of county residency

Story time

What: Stories for young children and caregivers with finger plays and sing-alongs When: 10:30 to 10:45 a.m. Thursday, Nov. 24 and Thursday, Dec. 1 Where: Virtual Cost: Free Required registration: https:// conta.cc/3mhbxvl

Fauquier County Public Libraries

What: All public libraries closed for Thanksgivng When: All day Thursday, Nov. 24 and Friday, Nov. 25 Where: Warrenton Library, Bealeton Branch Library, John Marshall Branch Library

Karaoke

What: Karaoke When: 6 to 9 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 24 and Thursday, Dec. 1 Where: Craft and Crust Pizza Tavern, 204 E. Main St., Remington Reservation: 540-439-5157

Friday, Nov. 25 Story time

What: Story Time for the Littles When: 11 to 11:30 a.m. Friday, Nov. 25 and Friday, Dec. 2 Where: The Open Book, 104 Main St., Warrenton Info: Stories for ages 3 to 6; 540-

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Book Cellar

What: Book Cellar with books, movies, and music for all ages, sponsored by the Friends of Fauquier Library When: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday, Nov. 25, Saturday, Nov. 26 and Friday, Dec. 2 Where: John Barton Payne building basement, 2 Courthouse Square, Warrenton Volunteer: 540-341-3447

Blood drive

What: American Red Cross Drive When: 11 a.m. Friday, Nov. 25 Where: Sycamore Room, Fauquier Health, 500 Hospital Drive, Warrenton Register: www.redcross.org or call 1-800-733-2767

Info: Any fitness level; bring a yoga mat and bottle of water

Live music

What: Featuring Robbie Limon When: 1 to 4 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 27 Where: Philip Carter Winery, 4366 Stillhouse Road, Hume

Monday, Nov. 28 Mental illness

What: Connections-Mental Health Support Group for individuals living with a mental health challenge When: 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Monday, Nov. 28 Where: Virtual Info: Hosted by National Alliance on Mental Illness Piedmont Registration required for online meetings: 540-347-9104

Art

What: Featuring Five By Five Band When: 7 p.m. Friday, Nov. 25 Where: O’Brien’s Irish Pub and Restaurant, 380 Broadview Ave., Warrenton

What: Art Cart When: All day Monday, Nov. 28 Where: John Marshall Branch Library, 4133 Rectortown Road, Marshall Cost: Free; no registration required Info: Preschool and elementary school-aged children express creativity using library’s art supplies

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Live music

What: Saturday Night with Brook Yoder and Bryan Smith When: 6 to 9 p.m. Friday, Nov. 25 Where: Orlean Market, 6855 Leeds Manor Road, Marshall

Saturday, Nov. 26 Star gazing

What: Astronomy for Everyone with the NASA Jet Propulsion Lab Ambassadors and Northern Virginia Astronomy Club When: 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 26 Where: Sky Meadows State Park, 11012 Edmonds Lane, Delaplane Cost: $10 car parking fee Info: 540-592-3556; bring lawn chairs or blankets, telescopes, and binoculars

Live music

What: Featuring AP Project When: 5 to 8 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 26 Where: Old Bust Head Brewing Company, 7134 Farm Station Road, Warrenton

Live music

What: Featuring Ryan Jewel When: 2 to 5 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 26 Where: Philip Carter Winery, 4366 Stillhouse Road, Hume

Sunday, Nov. 27 Farmers market

What: Archwood Green Barns Holiday Market When: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 27 Where: Archwood Green Barns, 4557 Old Tavern Road, The Plains Info: 540-253-5289

Yoga

What: Bend and Brew When: 11 to 11:50 a.m. Sunday, Nov. 27 Where: Barking Rose Brewery, 9057 Old Culpeper Road, Warrenton Cost: $20, includes a 50-minute yoga class and a flight of beers

What: Tiny Tots Story Time When: 10:30 to 11 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. to noon Monday, Nov. 28 Where: Warrenton Central Library, 11 Winchester St., Warrenton Cost: Free Registration required: fauquierlibrary.org Info: Indoor, songs, rhymes and simple stories for infant to 2-yearolds with parent or caregiver

Book club

What: Marshall Evening Book Club When: 7 to 8:30 p.m. Monday, Nov. 28 Where: John Marshall Library, 4133 Rectortown Road, Marshall To join: Email deborah.cosby@ fauquiercounty.gov or call 540-4228527 Info: “Gilead” by Marilynne Robinson

Tuesday, Nov. 29 Art

What: Art Cart When: All day Tuesday, Nov. 29 Where: Warrenton Central Library, 11 Winchester Drive, Warrenton Cost: Free; no registration required Info: Preschool and elementary school aged children express creativity using library’s art supplies

Wednesday, Nov. 30 Homework

What: Homework Help for SchoolAge Children When: 5 to 7 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 30 Where: Bealeton Branch Library, 10877 Willow St., Bealeton Cost: Free; no registration required Info: Homework help for elementary and middle school children by Liberty High School National Honor Society members; students should bring in specific schoolwork for help

ESL class See EVENTS, page 13

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EVENTS, from page 12

HOLIDAY EVENTS, from page 11

What: English-as-a-second-language class presented by Piedmont Regional Adult and Career Education programs When: 6 to 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 30 Where: Warrenton Central Library, 11 Winchester St., Warrenton Cost: Free Info: 540-718-8243

Farmers market What: Marshall Holiday Farmers Market When: 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, Dec. 3 Where: H&H Auto Garage (parking lot), 8382 W. Main St., Marshall Vendors: marshallvirginia.com/ farmers-market/

Thursday, Dec. 1 ESL class

Open house What: Holiday Open House When: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 13 Where: Afro-American Historical Association of Fauquier, 4243 Loudoun Ave., The Plains Info: Tour the museum, browse the library collection

What: English-as-a-second-language class presented by Piedmont Regional Adult and Career Education programs When: 6 to 9 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 1 Where: Bealeton Branch Library, 10877 Willow Drive North, Bealeton Cost: Free Info: 540-718-8243

Art

What: Art Cart When: All day Thursday, Dec. 1 Where: Bealeton Branch Library, 10877 Willow Drive, Bealeton Cost: Free; no registration required Info: Preschool and elementary school aged children express creativity using library’s art supplies

Concert What: Blue Ridge Singers presents Music for Advent and Christmas When: 4 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 11 Where: Trinity Episcopal Church, 9108 John S. Mosby Highway, Upperville Parade What: Christmas parade at FHRNC When: 2 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 8 Where: Fauquier Health Rehabilitation

and Nursing Center, 360 Hospital Drive, Warrenton Info: Contact Kelly Ashby-Godwin, 540-270-8080

Old Tavern Road, The Plains Info: Holiday shopping; vendors; crafters; and more; 540-253-5289

Concert What: Holiday concert with the Fauquier Community Band When: 7 p.m. Monday, Dec. 12 Where: Fauquier High School, 705 Waterloo Road, Warrenton Cost: Free Info: Dessert reception; audience singalong; raffle Gumdrop Square What: Gumdrop Square When: 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturdays, Dec. 3, 10 and 17 and 1 to 4 p.m.

Sundays, Dec. 4, 11 and 18 Where: John Barton Payne Building, 2 Courthouse Square Cost: Free community event Info: Meet Santa and Mrs. Claus; bring a camera Farmers market What: Archwood Green Barns Holiday Market When: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 4 Where: Archwood Green Barns, 4557

History What: 10th VA Infantry Valley Guards, A Holiday Encampment When: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 10 Where: Sky Meadows State Park, 11012 Edmonds Lane, Delaplane Cost: $10 car parking fee Info: Experience an encampment during the holidays Concert What: Christmas dinner and concert featuring The Crestmen When: 6 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 17 (doors open 5:30 p.m., concert at 7 p.m.)

Where: Remington Lions Club, 11326 James Madison Highway, Bealeton Cost: $30 adult, $10 children under 12, advance sales only Contact: Curtis Sorenson, 540-5221891 or Allan Marlett, 540-522-3074 Info: Presented by the Warrenton and Remington Lions Club; door prizes and raffle; menu: fried chicken, mashed potatoes, fixings

Fauquier Hospital faces $15 million lawsuit over death of school superintendent’s son O’Connell, the suit says. Those included multiple overhead pages to the GI service and calls to the GI service’s office. In addition, the GI service’s office staff and the emergency medicine doctor sent text messages to O’Connell’s personal cell phone.

The ED doctor also called O’Connell’s personal cell phone, which went unanswered and then redirected to the GI hospitalist number, which also went unanswered. The ED doctor also called the hospital’s nursing supervisor and the GI outpatient procedure nursing unit.

By 12:45 p.m., O’Connell still had not arrived, and Jeck took a turn for the worse. He was pale, agitated, sweating heavily and had abnormally low blood pressure. He began to vomit bright red blood, according to the lawsuit.

At about 1 p.m., the emergency department doctor got O’Connell on the phone “while Defendant Dr. O’Connell remained off-campus, apparently at another hospital.”

The ED doctor told her about Jeck’s worsening symptoms and the need to administer blood products because Jeck was vomiting fresh blood. The ED doctor and O’Connell agreed Jeck needed an emergency endoscopy. The emergency room doctor prepared for O’Connell to arrive and perform the procedure.

At about 1:40 p.m., O’Connell arrived at Fauquier Hospital, where she noted that Jeck was awake and alert, the lawsuit says. She noted the possible causes of the bloody vomit, including a bleeding ulcer. She ordered an emergency endoscopy at the bedside, according to the suit.

At 2 p.m., O’Connell performed the endoscopy, more than nine hours

after Jeck arrived in the emergency department, the suit says. She ultimately was unable to find the source of Jeck’s bleeding “due to persistent pooling of blood.”

According to the lawsuit, at about 4:10 p.m., a doctor in the Interventional Radiology department performed a procedure called embolization to try to block arteries that could be causing Jeck’s bleeding.

The doctor noted the procedure was needed because of “acute life-threatening upper gastrointestinal hemorrhage in the setting of hemorrhagic shock” with “copious amounts of blood in the stomach, with rapid bleeding preventing visualization of the source.”

For the rest of the night, doctors tried several methods to treat Jeck’s spiraling condition, according to the suit. Jeck was admitted to the intensive care unit, sedated and hooked up to a ventilator to breathe for him.

Doctors agreed that Jeck should be transported urgently to another hospital that could provide highly specialized care for trauma and chest surgery. Nevertheless, Jeck remained at Fauquier Hospital for hours because of his fragile condition “and/or reported unavailability of beds,” at hospitals equipped to handle higher-acuity patients, the suit said.

By 12:30 p.m. Nov. 30, 2021, O’Connell evaluated Jeck at his bedside, noting, among other details, that although Jeck no longer was bleeding, he had suffered significant organ damage after 24 hours at Fauquier Hospital, the suit said.

At 5:31 p.m., Jeck was taken to Inova Fairfax Hospital in a 17-minute medical flight. In the days that followed, Jeck became even sicker.

Doctors there said he had suffered brain damage, the lawsuit said.

In the early morning hours of Dec. 6, 2021, Jeck’s family was told he would not survive. His family

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chose comfort measures. Comfort measures generally mean decreasing the intensity of medical treatments.

At 7:15 a.m., Dec, 6, 2021, Jeck was pronounced dead.

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The 2022 Official White House Christmas Ornament In 1969, First Lady Patricia Nixon started the tradition of an annual gingerbread on display at the White House.

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Left: The Mouse King is played by Lisa Long, a trainer and owner of the Warrenton personal training studio Train Time. She is an award-winning bodybuilder who began ballet training about two years ago to help her with her competitions. Right: The magician Drosselmyer is played by ballet master Mark Rubin of the Lasley Centre for the Performing Arts in Warrenton. He is a former dancer at the Joffrey and Alvin Ailey ballet companies.

Nutcracker ballet comes to Fauquier High Dec. 3 and 4

By Constance Lyons

Special to the Fauquier Times

The Nutcracker ballet is a holiday tradition, and enthusiasts have a choice: See an admittedly very good performance in Washington D.C. or drive to Fauquier High School where parking is free and abundant. For a fraction of the ticket cost, the whole family can enjoy the Christmas-time favorite right here in Fauquier.

What is it about the Nutcracker?

For ballet schools, it affords students of all ages and levels of professionalism an opportunity to show off the technical prowess instilled by months and years of training. And it gives them a chance to gain experience at performing on stage before a large crowd. For audiences, it marks the beginning of the holiday season; it’s a Christmas ballet, with a growing Christmas tree, dancing dolls and toy soldiers, and white-tutued whirling snowflakes.

First performed in Russia in 1892, with a score by Tchaikovsky and cho-

reography by Marius Petipa, the original production was not a success.

Critics found the party scene insipid, complained about the rambunctious crowd of children and called the battle of the mice and toy soldiers “confusing.” The 20-minute suite extracted from the full-length ballet fared better and continued to be performed worldwide during the holiday season.

(The complete version premiered at San Francisco Ballet and continued to be performed occasionally).

Then in 1954, the New York City Ballet, led by co-founder and ballet master George Balanchine, revamped and staged the complete ballet. Visually stunning and creatively choreographed, it was an instant hit, and since then has been a high point of the Christmas season.

The version on tap at Fauquier High features dancers trained by Warrenton’s Lasley Center for the Performing Arts faculty. The costumes are beautiful in concept and execution. The dancers, even the youngest, are impeccable.

Deck the Halls

These exceptionally trained local dance students share the stage with renowned international stars of the ballet world. This year, Devon Teuscher and Cory Stearns, principal dancers of American Ballet Theater in New York City, join the cast as the Sugar Plum Fairy and her Cavalier. (A principal dancer at ABT is as prestigious a position as one can hold in the highly competitive world of classical ballet).

This extraordinary experience for students and audiences is possible because of the work of The Centre Performing Arts Company, a nonprofit in Warrenton associated with the Lasley Centre for the Performing Arts. Performing this year are Maddy Bath as Clara, Abigail Bayes as the Naughty Mouse, Lindsay Johnson as the Snow Queen, Gemma Abdulwahab leading the Waltz of the Flowers, Isabella Mancini in the role of the Peacock and many other solos that are usually performed only by professional dancers. The pivotal role of the magician Drosselmyer is

2022 Nutcracker Ballet performances

When: 4 p.m. Dec. 3 and 4 Where: Fauquier High School, 705 Waterloo Road, Warrenton Cost: $35 for adults; $30 for children 12 and under; free for children under 2 Tickets: https://buy.tututix.com/ centreperformingartscompany. For more information on how to support the Centre Company go to www. centrecompany.org danced with zest and a hint of sinister menace by Lasley’s own ballet master, Mark Rubin, a former dancer at the famous Joffrey and Alvin Ailey ballet companies.

Founded in 2012, the Centre Performing Arts Company’s faculty members volunteered their time to help produce the Nutcracker. Its facilities are donated for rehearsals.

Open auditions were held at the end of August, and every week, young dancers practice diligently until the curtain opens on Dec. 3.

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Fauquier Community Theatre presents ‘Holiday Inn’

By Constance Lyons

Special to the Fauquier Times

Great musical plays often make great movies. Think about “The King and I,” “West Side Story,” “South Pacific,” “Oklahoma.” But how often are great movie musicals made into plays?

“Holiday Inn” is a rare instance of a successful screen-to-stage transformation. The musical, which showcases the music and lyrics of the Irving Berlin, has a score that includes “Blue Skies,” “Heat Wave,” “Easter Parade” and the iconic “White Christmas.”

The 1942 movie with Bing Crosby and Fred Astaire was a hit then and is still seen as a family favorite now.

The stage musical opened on Broadway in 2016 after premiering at the Goodspeed Opera House in 2014 and was nominated for a Tony award for choreography.

Composer Douglas Moore believes Berlin is above all other contemporary songwriters, calling him “a great American minstrel” and ranking him with such cultural icons as Walt Whitman, Stephen Foster and Carl Sandburg “—someone who has caught and immortalized in his

“Holiday Inn”

What: Fauquier Community Theatre presents “Holiday Inn” When: Friday, Dec. 2 to Sunday, Dec. 18; Friday and Saturday performances are 7:30 p.m.; Sunday matinees at 2 p.m.

Where: Vint Hill Theater on the Green, 4225 Aiken Drive, Warrenton Cost: $22 adults; $20 seniors (60 and up); $18 full-time students Reservations: 540-349-8760 songs what we say, what we think about, and what we believe.”

George Gershwin called him “the greatest songwriter that has ever lived,” and composer Jerome Kern concluded that “Irving Berlin has no place in American music — he is American music.”

In “Holiday Inn,” Jim, the show’s hero, leaves the bright lights of show business behind, as well as his fiancé and dance partner Lila, to settle down on his farmhouse in Connecticut. But he can’t help pining for his former life of bright lights, song and dance. Then fortune smiles upon See HOLIDAY INN, page 23

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The second annual photos with Santa session is the main attraction of the afternoon. Families are invited to plan for a one-of-a-kind holiday card with professional portraits shot against unique country-chic and curated Christmas decorations.

Each family will be sent several edited, high-res image selections from the photo shoot as part of their admission for the day.

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The party is planned at the Orlean Market, but an indoor venue will be available if the weather is inclement.

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RC vehicles will be a big seller this holiday season.

The Warrenton Hobby Shoppe (46 Main St.) has a wide variety, ranging from $150 to $1,500. This Traxxas brand vehicle is the $150 TRX model. It comes in four colors and everything needed to get started.

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A felt wreath from Nepal may be found at Latitudes (78 Main St.) for $52.

Holiday gifts ideas close to home

This unisex varsity jacket comes with either a yellow varsity letter or an orange one. The popular jacket may be found at Britches (20 Main St.) in sizes small to 2XL, for $265.

By Robin Earl

Fauquier Times Staff Writer

Studio Luxe (92 Main St., Suite 102) is selling this floral fleece hoodie for $48. The semi-precious stone layered necklace is $22.

For those of you who are not hesitant about dipping a toe into holiday shopping even before the Thanksgiving turkey leftovers are gone, here are few gift ideas that may be found in Old Town Warrenton.

The Fauquier Times’ traveling shopper will be exploring other areas of the county in the next few weeks, with some last-minute ideas for the procrastinators among us.

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This 38-inch marble maze has been made of wood

by Amish craftsmen. It may be found at This n’ That Amish Outlet (52 Main St.) and sells for $370.95.

This e-bike is a great commuter bike with a motor that can help the rider reach 20 to 28 mph. Some e-bikes in stock at Blue Ridge Cyclery (19 Main St.) have a range of about 35 miles, but this model is equipped with a booster battery that extends its range to 70 miles. It is a “pedal-assisted” bike, so the rider does have to be pedaling for the motor to kick in. This model runs $2,400. The booster is an extra $500.

Janet Hill is the artist of this holiday print, available at Framecraft (64 Main St.) for $30. (The framed version is more expensive.)

Creative – and delicious -- advent calendars are for sale at Haute Cakes Pastry Shop (92 Main St.).

The 12 Days of Cookies calendar is $40; the 12 Days of Surprises calendar is $60 and the 24 Days of Cookies version is $78.

These Elliot Brown ladies’ and men’s watches are available exclusively at Carter and Spence, Ltd (41 Main St.). The London-made watches feature Swiss movement, are waterproof and come with a five-year warranty. The watches – which come in a variety of styles and colors -- range in price from $398 to $725.

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Buchanan Hall Farmers Market Dec. 10 9am-3pm

Archwood Green Barns Farmers Market Nov. 27- Dec. 18 Sundays 10am-2pm

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Fauquier Community Theatre presents ‘Holiday Inn’ HOLIDAY INN, from page 17 him in the person of Linda; a lively and talented schoolteacher; sparks fly and kindle inspiration.

Together they turn the farmhouse into a fabulous inn with dazzling performances to celebrate each holiday, from Thanksgiving to the Fourth of July. Then Jim’s best friend, Ted, tries to lure Linda away to be his new dance partner in Hollywood. Will Jim be able to salvage his latest chance at love? The exuberant musical features thrilling dance numbers, irresistible comedy and a parade of hit songs.

Melissa Pieja, who plays Lila Dixon said, “I am just thrilled to be a part of the cast of “Holiday Inn.” It has been an honor singing and dancing on stage to some of Irving Berlin’s most timeless songs. The cast is by far the most dedicated group of performers I have ever worked with, putting in hours of extra rehearsal time to make sure the difficult dance routines are just right. This is the perfect show to get you in the holiday spirit.”

Anthony Williams is playing Ted Williams for FCT. He said, “Being in Holiday Inn is amazing because it really brings some levity to the craziness that is the holiday season.

It reminds us to take time to enjoy

Located in the Heart of Historic Old Town Warrenton the moment and cherish our relationships. Music is classic; the message sincere; we hope you’ll come and join us for some holiday cheer.”

“Holiday Inn” runs on Fridays and weekends from Dec. 6 to 18.

Reserve tickets at www.FCTstage. org., or by calling 540-349-8760.

The prices are $22 for adults, $20 for seniors 60 and up and $18 for full time students. The theater is located at 4225 Aiken Drive, Warrenton. All tickets are for reserved seating.

Irving Berlin’s “Holiday Inn” is directed by Betsy Hansen, produced

by Diane King, and with special arrangement with Concord Theatricals. The show sponsor is NOVEC - Northern Virginia Electric Cooperative.

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The Hokies are ranked 11th nationally.

JAMES WOOD WINS STATE TITLE James Wood High won its first state volleyball title, sweeping Grafton 25-19, 25-19, 25-16 Saturday in the Class 4 championship at Richmond’s Siegel Center.

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Fauquier Times | November 22, 2022

‘SUPER HAPPY’ COUGARS ADVANCE TO REGION FINAL

TDs by Quaker, Chumley, Tapscott lift Kettle Run over Millbrook 38-14

By Peter Brewington and Matthew Proctor

Fauquier Times Staff Writers

Millbrook never got the memo that Friday’s Class 4 Region C semifinal playoff game was supposed to be an easy, comfortable, non-stressful win for the top-seeded Kettle Run Cougars, just like the first time they played.

With an all-important berth in the region title game on the line, the visiting No. 3-seeded Pioneers (6-6) made life extremely unsettling for the Cougars, who committed an uncharacteristic three first half turnovers and weren’t executing on offense or defense like they were used to.

“It was about as bad as it could have gone,” said coach Charlie Porterfield, whose team, despite a 16-14 lead, was in a dogfight to continue their great season.

“He said in order to win this game, we have to play a perfect second half and if we didn’t, we were going to go and turn our stuff in on Monday,” said senior receiver Jordan Tapscott.

The Cougars (12-0) listened and produced three second half touchdowns and lockdown defense to win 38-14 and advance to their third region final in school history and first since 2012 when Jeff Lloyd was the coach.

The Cougars travel to Leesburg to face Loudoun County (12-0), which eliminated Sherando 49-28 in the other region semi. The game is Saturday at 1 p.m.

Kettle Run’s triumphant 22-0 second half surge started soon after kickoff as Tapscott caught a 4-yard TD pass from Abram Chumley, and included TD runs from Chumley and Colton Quaker. Chumley and Quaker each had two TD runs in the game.

In his seventh season, Kettle Run coach Charlie Porterfield has the Cougars 12-0 and one win from the Class 4 semifinals.

NEXT GAME: Saturday at Loudoun County (12-0) in Class 4 Region C championship, 1 p.m.

“To see them settle down in a playoff game in the cold, I’m super proud of them,” said Porterfield.

“Knowing what they needed to do, they responded to adversity,” he said.

It was a heartwarming career moment for Porterfield, who will make his first region championship game after three straight Northwestern District titles. “It got me emotional just because since I’ve taken over here seven years ago and it was my vision to turn this thing around and get it going in the right direction,” he said.

“This is the first time I’ve ever had to practice on Thanksgiving. So getting to tell those kids about the schedule next week was awesome,” Porterfield said.

Kettle Run blasted Millbrook 5232 in the regular season, but the Pioneers looked transformed since then,

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Kettle Run quarterback Abram Chumley threw a TD pass against Millbrook to give him 29 and pass the season mark of his brother Gabe in 2018. Abram now has 38 total TDs and 2,572 passing yards, which are also school records. Those marks were set by Beau Lang last year. going 5-1, including a region-opening 14-13 upset of No. 2 seed Tuscarora the previous week.

Defensively the Pioneers were disruptive. They made key penetrations at the line of scrimmage to thwart Quaker and the Cougars’ run game and were tight in the secondary, dropping into effective pass coverage and intercepting Chumley.

“They came to the game well-prepared. They played a heck of a game on defense in the first half, so I have to give that to them,” said Tapscott.

KETTLE RUN’S PLAYOFF HISTORY

Sophomore Colton Quaker scored two TDs against Millbrook.

“They came in with a chip on their shoulder.”

Kettle Run scored first on a safety as Millbrook quarterback Detric Brown lost a bad snap at his own 7-yard line, with the ball rolling into the end zone, where Brown fell on it after beating swarming Cougars to the ball.

But the Cougars failed to get a first down on the ensuing series and Millbrook made their move.

See KETTLE RUN, page 32

2011: Beat Fauquier 42-0 in region quarterfinals; beat Tuscarora 32-0 in region semifinals; beat Liberty 21-16 in region final; lost to James Monroe 14-7 in Class 3 semifinals. FINISHED 13-1.

2012: Beat Warren County 24-21 in region quarterfinals; beat Skyline 31-14 in region semifinals; beat Monticello 24-21 in region final; lost to James Monroe 37-30 (triple overtime) in Class 3 semifinals. FINISHED 11-3.

2013: Beat Skyline 35-7 in region quarterfinals; lost to James Monroe 6-3 in region semifinals. FINISHED 7-5.

2014: Lost to Lafayette 46-38 in region quarterfinals. FINISHED 6-5.

2017: Beat Loudoun County 35-9 in region quarterfinals; lost to Liberty 28-14 in region semifinals. FINISHED 9-3.

2018: Lost to Sherando 16-14 in region quarterfinals. FINISHED 9-2.

2020*: Lost to Broad Run 53-28 in region semifinals. FINISHED 5-1.

2021: Lost to Tuscarora 45-12 in region quarterfinals. FINISHED 9-2.

2022: Beat Heritage 38-7 in region quarterfinals; beat Millbrook 38-14 in region semifinals; plays Loudoun County in region final.

CAREER PLAYOFF RECORD: 10-8, two region titles, two Class 3 state semifinal appearances *Note: 2020 season was played in winter/spring of 2021 due to pandemic

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A 23-YEAR-OLD HEAD COACH IN DIVISION I? MEET MADDIE MARTIN Departures leave 2017 Fauquier High grad in charge of Gardner-Webb women’s lacrosse program

By Fred Hodge the

“Coach Martin demonstrated incredible leadership ability and character.”

Special to Fauquier Times

Three weeks ago, Maddie Martin became the youngest head coach in NCAA Division I women’s lacrosse.

At age 23, she may be the youngest head Maddie Martin is Gardnercoach in any sport in Webb’s all-time leader in draw controls. At 23, the Division I. The 2017 Fauquier recent college grad is the High graduate never youngest head women’s anticipated a string of lacrosse coach in NCAA events over the sum- Division I. mer and fall that’s put her in charge of Gardner-Webb University (N.C.) Runnin’ Bulldogs program as interim coach.

“I am grateful to her for stepping up to lead this team,” said Gardner-Webb athletic director Andrew Goodrich. “Coach Martin demonstrated incredible leadership ability and character during her playing and coaching career, most especially during this fall semester while she led our lacrosse program.”

Martin’s ascension to the program’s top slot -- announced on Oct. 28– followed a convoluted path. One year after her decorated Gardner-Webb career ended last spring, she is stepping up after a slew of coaching departures left her as the school’s most logical choice.

Martin completed her five-year career as an allBig South Conference defender last season and expected to serve as a graduate assistant coach while pursuing her master’s degree in public administration at the school in Boiling Springs, N.C. She played in 52 games and started 28 and finished as Gardner-Webb’s all-time leader in draw controls (268) and fourth in career ground balls (106) and caused turnovers (52).

She had another year of eligibility remaining due to the NCAA’s COVID-19 waiver permitting an extra season of competition granted for athletes competing at that time. Martin decided her body had absorbed enough of a beating and was content to continue her studies.

Jessie Aguglia, head coach at the time, asked Martin last spring if she would be willing to join the coaching staff to work with the defense in general and specifically draw control. Martin agreed, planning to continue her studies while serving as assistant coach. Aguglia and chief assistant Leigh Anne Olsen would handle the more complex issues of conditioning, practice planning, game preparation and recruiting.

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2017 Fauquier High graduate Maddie Martin, 23, is the new interim women’s lacrosse coach at Gardner-Webb University, a Division I program in Boiling Springs, N.C., where she was an all-Big South Conference defender.

Then came the first salvo, with Aguglia announcing on Aug. 19 she would be departing to take the head position at conference rival Wofford.

Ten days later, Olsen said she would be going on maternity leave as her due date approached.

Those decisions left Martin as the lone remaining coach to handle 34 young women, many of whom she had played with just months earlier.

“A mix of emotion,” Martin said of her initial reaction, saying she had a similar experience in 2018 when her then coach left just prior to the start of the semester.

Martin, who was an all-state Falcon field hockey player and first-team all-district lacrosse athlete, had to handle the fall preseason workouts and scrimmages. Then, the final bombshell hit.

Olsen told the school she had decided to follow Aguglia to Wofford to leave Martin on an island.

Martin said Aguglia and others advised her to abandon ship “as things were going to get a little messy, and that I don’t have to stay around and clean up.”

Her loyalty to the program and to her former teammates would not allow her to depart.

“I knew I couldn’t leave the team,” Martin said, pointing to her close relationships with her former

HOORAY FOR AN EXTRAORDINARY SEASON Kettle Run cheerleaders from left include freshmen back spot Paisley Quinn, junior flyer Amaya Holmes, and four-year varsity senior Kaley Frazier. Frazier is a Universal Cheer Association all-American, as well as first team all-district and allregion selection.

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teammates. “A good group of alums, including myself, had poured their hearts and souls into this program, and I didn’t want that ruined.”

At one of the team’s fall scrimmages, Martin spied fellow 2022 graduate Lauren Deaver, and “a lightbulb went on,” Martin recalled. She approached Deaver if she was willing to join her on the staff, and the team now had an offensive-minded coach on board. Deaver, a Falls Church native, scored 62 goals and handed out 58 assists in her career.

“The two of us complement one another,” Martin said gratefully.

Martin said Sept. 1 was the first time coaches could contact potential Class of 2024 recruits, and all she had was a list of players assembled by the previous staff. “I was left with no help besides a list of names,” Martin lamented. “So I learned through trial and error. I haven’t seen anyone in person, only on film.

“The whole recruiting thing was the hardest to learn, and I’m still learning,” she stressed, adding all the recent Class of 2023 signees had made commitment to the previous staff. Deaver and she were to attend their first off campus recruiting trip last week to a major tournament in Dallas.

“But that is just a walk in the park compared to budget, compliance and all the emails,” Martin said of a head coach’s duties.

While Martin was handling the day-to-day duties, the school’s athletic administration was looking for a new full-time coach for Aguglia. Outgoing athletic director Chuck Burch could not find a coach before he retired at the end of September.

New AD Andrew Goodrich also came up empty because most viable candidates were under contract or had made commitments elsewhere. Goodrich attended some practices to lend support and held multiple meetings with the team’s captains, finding a growing appreciation for Martin’s hard work.

“That was the aha moment,” Goodrich told U.S. Lacrosse magazine, and he offered Martin the job as interim head coach.

To help Martin and Deaver, Goodrich has hired Jane Tucker, the former 28-year veteran coach at John Hopkins as executive coach and consultant to provide input and guidance.

“The girls and myself know this year isn’t going to be easy, but we’ve accepted the challenge and are ready to come out swinging this spring,” Martin said.

ALL-NORTHWESTERN DISTRICT CHEER TEAM

FIRST TEAM — LIBERTY: Bailey Allen, Sr.; Kira Thomas, Sr.; Hailey Marquise, Sr.; Zoe Smith, Soph.

KETTLE RUN: Kaley Frazier, Sr.; Rinna Hoskins, Jr.; Rebecca Zaslow, Jr. FAUQUIER: Avery Vollrath, Sr.; Regan Gastley, Sr. SECOND TEAM — LIBERTY: Morgan Meredith, Soph.; Kendall Johnson, Sr.; Brennon Keller, Sr.; Emaleigh Owens, Fr. KETTLE RUN: Delaney Sirisena, Fr.; Amaya Holmes, Jr.; Maddie Patton, Jr. FAUQUIER: Haylee Choby, Sr.; Starr Corum, Jr.

ALL-REGION CHEER TEAM

FIRST TEAM -- LIBERTY: Bailey Allen, Sr.; Kira Thomas, Sr.; Hailey Marquise, Sr. KETTLE RUN: Kaley Frazier, Sr.; Rinna Hoskins, Jr. SECOND TEAM -- LIBERTY: Zoe Smith, Soph.; Morgan Meredith, Soph.; Kendall Johnson, Sr. KETTLE RUN: Rebecca Zaslow, Delaney Sirisena, Fr.

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Dupree, Stone advance to national field hunter championship Old Dominion Hounds host elite qualifier Sunday in Orlean

By Betsy Burke Parker

Special to the Fauquier Times

Warrenton Hunt rider Barbara DuPree and her horse, Warlock, were identified as best of the best at Sunday’s regional qualifier for the Masters of Foxhounds Association field hunter championship next spring. Warlock and DuPree won the first flight division; they advance to the championship finals in Leesburg next May. The Old Dominion Hounds hosted the Northern Virginia-West Virginia district qualifier Nov. 13 at the club’s hunter trial field in Orlean.

Orange County Hounds rider Dr. Rae Stone and Lancelot placed second.

Both will represent the region at the May 27 championship finals at Morven Park, scheduled during the annual Virginia Foxhound Club hound show.

Similar to other regional and national field hunter championships, the qualifier included three phases plus best turned out judging.

Two divisions – first flight and the non-jumping hilltoppers, took part in an under saddle hack class then a guided mock hunt. The top 12 in

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Warrenton Hunt subscriber Barbara DuPree and Warlock topped an elite field of competitors to win the Masters of Foxhounds Association Field Hunter Championship qualifier. The pair advances to the finals next May in Leesburg to meet other winners from around the U.S. each division were invited back to perform a handy hunter test.

The level of competition was very high, said ODH joint-master and competition co-organizer Debbie Welch. “One of the judges, Snowden Clarke, rode past me (as I was leading the competitors in the mock hunt phase) several times,” Welch said.

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“Honestly, you had to be perfect to win. If you turned one hair the wrong way, you were out.”

Hilltopper division winner was Privateer’s Buck, owned and ridden

by Beth Dombrowsky of the Middleburg Hunt. Second was Temple Tantrum, ridden by Kate Dendinger for owner Rita Kaseman and the Loudoun-Fairfax Hunt.

The 15 MFHA districts are Cen-

Orange County Hounds joint-master John Coles, left, was aboard Garon and Donna Stutzman’s sport mule, Candyman, to lead first flight at a Nov. 13 OCH hunt meet from Old Denton Farm south of Middleburg.

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There are three finished levels of living space with a large covered front porch.

The updated kitchen opens to a spacious family room with a fireplace, and French doors to the rear deck. The breakfast nook is spacious enough for a large dining table, and the dining room could easily be converted to a perfect home office.

The upper level has four bedrooms, two full baths and a laundry space. The basement has a large rec room, a den, a full bath, kitchenette, laundry hookup and a separate entrance. It can be used for additional living space, a mother-in-law apartment or a rental.

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Cougars are one win from state semis KETTLE RUN, from page 27 On first down from his own 19, Millbrook’s Tyson Mallory took a handoff and swept to his right, negotiated some traffic, hit the corner and raced up the right sideline for a stunning 81-yard TD that turned the first half around. Mallory’s speed made him uncatchable once he hit the 50yard line as the Pioneers took a 6-2 lead with 6:15 left in the first quarter after the missed kick.

Kettle Run regrouped, moving 55 yards, highlighted by Chumley’s 23-yard third down pass to Tapscott.

Soon Quaker was running straight up the middle for a 2-yard TD that gave the Cougars a 9-6 lead with 2:17 left in the quarter after Andrew Curry’s extra point kick.

Millbrook bounced back as Jacob Burns raced 70 yards on the ensuing kickoff to the Kettle Run 22. It took the Pioneers eight running plays, including a crucial fourth down conversion at the Kettle Run 1-yard line, but Mallory added his second TD on a 1-yard run up the middle as Millbrook took a 14-9 lead with 10:24 left in the second quarter after Mallory’s two-point conversion run.

Millbrook linebacker Cohen Creswell, dropping back into coverage, intercepted Chumley on Kettle Run’s next possession as Millbrook’s momentum continued.

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Senior Josh Tapscott’s TD to open the second half was a huge relief as the Cougars increased a precarious 16-14 halftime lead against Millbrook.

Colton Quaker and the 12-0 Cougars travel to Leesburg Saturday to face 12-0 Loudoun County for the Class 4 Region C championship.

Game time is 1 p.m.

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on its next possession, driving 77 yards using key gains by Tapscott, Quaker and Chumley, who powered in from the 1-yard line to give the Cougars a 16-14 lead with 2:19 left in the half after Curry’s kick.

The Cougars seemed poised for more points before halftime when Trey Western intercepted a pass and returned it to midfield, but Western fumbled on the return with Millbrook recovering at the Kettle Run 47. No further points were scored as the teams took stock at intermission.

“That was probably the worst half of football we really put together in the 13 weeks of playing this year,” said Porterfield, who also gave Millbrook credit. “Millbrook is awesome. We knew this one was going to be tough and it was tough.”

Kettle Run had no turnovers in the second half in sealing its victory.

The opening drive saw Quaker run five times for 32 yards, including a 20-yard burst. Chumley completed a nine-yard pass to Tapscott, then hit him on third down in the left corner

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The Cougars had been stuffed on two runs so the third down TD pass was vital.

“When I lined up I knew the corner was playing inside leverage and all I had to do was just make one little hesitation and head to the far back pylon,” said Tapscott. “I knew it was a touchdown when he threw the ball because I had a lot of separation on that pass.”

Chumley said all he had to do was lead Tapscott. “I just saw a lot of open field. I know Tap’s fast and can get there,” said Chumley. “Yeah, I just threw it up there.”

Kettle Run failed on its next two possessions leaving Millbrook some time to recover, but the Millbrook offense was going nowhere with three straight drives without a first down.

Kettle Run’s fourth TD of the game effectively sealed the win late in the fourth quarter. Chumley concluded a 60-yard drive with a 3-yard run, then fired a two-point pass to

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Peyton Mehaffey for a 31-14 lead with 4:38 left.

Quaker added a 31-yard TD run with 2:32 left as the Cougars added to their margin. Quaker also added a late interception.

Millbrook coach Josh Haymore told his team they’d had a memorable season, overcoming a 1-4 start to make a playoff run.

“They’ll come back in 20 years and talk about the games that they played this year. They showed pride in Millbrook with how hard they played. We’re both good football teams. We can play,” Haymore said.

Kettle Run now readies for a challenging road game at 12-0 Loudoun County, which won the Dulles District and has a stronger power rating at 30.6 to Kettle Run’s 30.2.

“I was just so happy to get to tell them the Thanksgiving schedule for practice. So, yeah, super pleased.

Super happy,” Porterfield said.

Kettle Run last played Loudoun County in 2017, beating them 35-9 in the region quarterfinals.

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These property transfers, filed Nov. 9-15, 2022 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: $1,475,000 in Marshall District Cedar Run District NVR Inc. to Christopher Lee Mason, 0.6127 acre at 2747 Travers Place, Warrenton. $934,860 NVR Inc. to Crystal L. Meyer, 0.7o46 acre at 2716 Travers Place, Warrenton. $920,765 Austin H. Bish to Jacob Till, 0.92 acre at 11251 Elk Run Road nr. Bristersburg. $363,688.85 Tasha Tibbs Hamilton to Ruth Holdbrook, 3.4881 acres on Frytown Road, Warrenton. $165,000 H. Paul Neale Jr. to Israel Pacheco Aparicio, 1.0203 acres at 10607 Old Marsh Road, Bealeton. $297,000 RMH Builders LLC to Amanda Tibbs Chew, 4.8 acres at 9328 Redemption Way, Midland. $700,000 Monda Sreng to Brandon Ray Handy, 10.0001 acres & RW to Ringwood Road nr. Nokesville. $350,000 Lee District Walter Cullum Yarborough as Executor to Wynn William Yarborough, 2.6870 acres at 14674 Curtis Road, Sumerduck. $465,500 Saul Valdizon Rivas to Jorge Farias Pedraza, 6733 Willowbrook Drive, Bealeton. $385,000

Charles Daniel Steinberg to Federal Nat’l.

Mortgage Assn., Trustee Deed of Foreclosure, 2.8430 acres at 14129 Royall’s Mill Road, Sumerduck. $200,000 Charles Lee McAdory to Arcade Properties LLC, 3.2500 acres on Piney Ridge Road and 5 acres at 7128 Piney Ridge Road nr. Remington. $124,000 Eric W. Pulver to Jaime Reyes Velasquez, 0.6336 acre at 11235 Edgewood Drive, Bealeton. $430,000 Center District Erin E. Posselt to Juan A. Alcantara Acosta, 0.6075 acre at 7491 Waterford Lane, Warrenton. $369,000 Dennis Lexo to Selwyn Waterman, 784 General Wallace Court, Warrenton. $399,900 Fauquier Habitat for Humanity Inc. to Rochelle Lajuan Hall, 0.1386 acre at 129 Haiti Street, Warrenton. $170,000 Matthew D. Sienkiewicz to Jorge Luis Prendes, 0.8384 acre at 7174 Manor House Drive, Warrenton. $579,000 Allan R. Badrow to Cassie Rhea Seltzer, 35 Sire Way, Warrenton. $335,000 Fauquier Habitat for Humanity Inc. to Ernesto

Mejia Hernandez, House & Improvements Only, 116 Haiti Street, Warrenton. $200,000 RFI CM LC to NVR Inc., 1.1013 acre on Oakland Drive, Warrenton. $265,000 Scott District Samuel C. Gray to Debra Boltakke, 6165 West Pointe Lane nr. Warrenton. $825,000 Henry G. Schryer to Helen Elizabeth Eusebio, 1.0056 acres at 5223 High Court nr. Warrenton. $459,900 Marshall District Maureen Ann Zwirble to Lauren Leger, 7533 Admiral Nelson Drive, Warrenton. $700,000 Donna Walker James to Boyd W. Walker, 12.5122 acres at 10433 Cliff Mills Road nr.

Marshall. $250,000 Linda Aaron Lee to Juan Ayala Espinosa, 1.6733 acres at 8120 Lee Hwy., about 2 miles west of Warrenton. $280,000 Carrington Partners LLC to Kenneth Nassif, 165.167 acres on Carrington Road nr.

Delaplane. $1,475,000 Deborah G. Pritchard to Stephen Berry, 1.9585 acres at 2974 Rectortown Road, Rectortown. $1,250,000

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OBITUARIES Edith May Reinhardt Edith May Reinhardt, age 94, lived in Warrenton, VA, passed away peacefully on October 30, 2022 Edith was born on May 7, 1928, to Charles B. & Bertha H. Jelm (Bischoff) in Belford, N.J. She had seven siblings, all preceded her in death, except her little sister Ruth Fuss, 91 of Ormond Beach, Fl. Edith attended Leonardo HS until her Junior year when she left to study at Mrs. O’Shea’s Secretarial School. At age 17 she obtained a job at Fort Monmouth Army Base as the secretary for the Officer’s Candidate School. Edith eventually earned her GED and left Fort Monmouth at age 19. One of Edith’s passions was semiprofessional roller skate dancing. While at the rink she met Bernard G. Reinhardt (deceased). The two married in 1947 and together they had six children, Glen (Kathy), Eric (Karen), Gale, Bernard (Christa), Karl (Meredith – deceased) and Marie.

Edith worked many odd jobs when her oldest children were small to help support the family.

One job was driving charter buses with manual transmissions. Among charter bus trips, she was charged with driving children to and from school before school systems had their own transportation. Thus, becoming the first woman “school” bus driver in the state of N.J. Edith also worked as a switchboard operator at International Flavors and Fragrances, soda jerk at Wasserman’s five & dime, Real Estate Agent in Atlantic Highlands, N.J., and in various roles at AT&T where she eventually retired. Edith always worked; and in whatever capacity she was given, she always went above and beyond.

After Bernard’s death in 1986, Edith met William (Bill) Connor, who had three children of his own, David (Jacque), Dana (Rich) and Lisa (James). Together, Edith and Bill built a beautiful life. They melded their families into one magnificent union, rich with annual traditions...most memorable was their enormous Thanksgiving feast complete with Turkey, Ham and all the sides and desserts imaginable. Here is where the family bonded, especially the grandchildren who have formed lifelong bonds with each other and with their grandparents. After retirement Edith & Bill built an entertainment business. Edith attended clown college (yes...she was a professional clown named Dusty). Along with clowning, she and Bill built a portable puppet stage and created a business called “Puppets N Stuff.” They performed at charity events, birthday parties, preschools, and nursing homes. During the Christmas season they filled in as Mr. & Mrs. Clause and handed out gifts to the children of local Sheriff’s deputies. They loved to travel in their RV, on Cruise Ships and to visit their children and grandchildren who are scattered about the United States. After 24 years of love and devotion Bill went to Heaven in 2010.

Edith held onto her very large family of 9 children, 2 “adopted” daughters Cathy and Traci, 23 grandchildren and 9 great-grandchildren, plus 1 on the way.

There was nothing she wouldn’t try. She drove motorcycles, 18wheelers, snow mobiles, and large farm tractors...she flew airplanes, rode horses, and a sled pulled by snow dogs. She enjoyed bowling, singing, crocheting, sewing, jigsaw and crossword puzzles, reading books, target practice with her S&W 38-special, was a whiz at Jeopardy & Wheel of Fortune and excelled at anything else she was challenged with. She loved going to church; and she made friends everywhere she went, including in her final days with her hospice nurses. More than anything on Earth, Edith loved her family beyond measure and the proof of how much they loved her was never more apparent than in her final days. They flew & drove in from all directions...California, Colorado, Massachusetts, New Jersey, Maryland, Virginia, West Virginia, North Carolina, and Florida just to say one last good-bye, I love you and thank you for bringing us all together and gracing us with your undying love. Forever in our hearts.

A small service will be held in the spring in Manassas, Virginia (to be announced). A service & Celebration of Life is planned for this summer in Lunenburg, Massachusetts.

In lieu of flowers, donations made to Capital Caring Hospice 3180 Fairview Park Dr. Suite 500, Falls Church, VA, in Edith Reinhardt’s name are appreciated. All proceeds will benefit the Adler Center in Aldie, VA To donate online: https://tributelights.capitalcaring.org/edith-mayreinhardt/

It’s not the length of life but the depth of life – Ralph Waldo Emerson

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Beverly Sprouse Beverly Sprouse, 74, of Spotsylvania, VA went to be with the Lord on November 15, 2022. She was born in Clarksburg, WV to the late Robert and Rose Martin.

She grew up in West Virginia and later moved to Maryland where she met her future husband, Lawrence “Paige” Sprouse. They were married 23 years and had three children Rodney, Valerie, and Michael.

Beverly is remembered as loving, kind, compassionate, and generous to all who knew her. She always lit up the room and had a way to make everyone smile. She had a quick-witted sense of humor and a soft spot for the elderly. She saved the best of everything for everyone else. She loved giving gifts and never let anyone leave her house empty handed.

She had a love for reading and studying the Bible. It was very important to her that she taught her children and grandchildren a love for God and helping others.

Beverly is survived by her daughter, Valerie Sprouse; son, Michael Sprouse; and granddaughter, Faith Sprouse. She is also survived by her sister, Joyce Martin (Wesley), sister, Susan Martin, brother, Robert “Bobby” Martin (Evelyn), sister, Cheryl Wiseman, and her brother, Gary Martin (Lisa). Several nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her son, Rodney Sprouse and granddaughter, Krista Miller.

She will be greatly missed by her family and loved ones.

Beverly’s family will received friends from 3:00-5:00 p.m. Sunday, November 20, 2022 at Found and Sons Funeral Chapel, 10719 Courthouse Road, Fredericksburg. A funeral service was held at 12:30 p.m. Monday, November 21, 2022 in the funeral home chapel. Burial will follow in Oak Hill Cemetery.

Samuel Sidney Stanto Samuel Sidney Stanto, 80, of Nokesville, Virginia, passed away on November 9, 2022. He was born on October 25, 1942 to Helen and William Stanto, in West Newton, PA. Following his high school graduation in 1960, Sam moved to Washington, D.C. in 1961 where he worked a variety of jobs, including processing newsreel footage for Capital Film Laboratory and Costa Film Lab. At times he went out with the camera crew to capture local news; during once such outing he was sent to gather newsreel footage on location following Robert F. Kennedy’s assassination.

He left that profession to become a tractor trailer driver, first working for himself as an owner-operator hauling steel from Baltimore to the Pennsylvania steel mills. Due to rising fuel costs, he sold his truck and worked for several trucking companies, including UPS, Hess Oil Company, Ritter Trucking Company (a U.S. Mail Contractor), and Preston Trucking Company. In 1981 Preston opened a terminal in Manassas, at which time the family moved to Nokesville. He continued to work until his retirement in 1999 when Preston Trucking Company was sold to Yellow Freight.

After retirement Sam purchased his first farm tractor, a 1949 Oliver 77.

This was the first of many tractors that were purchased and repaired, then either sold or enjoyed. In addition to working on his many tractors, Sam also worked part time at Nova Turf Farm until May of this year. He could often be found riding along Thoroughbred Drive on his golf cart, visiting Nokesville Tire Center, attending Senior Socials, tinkering in the garage, or riding tractors with his grandchildren. He enjoyed annual visits to Ocean City to people watch while eating Thrasher’s fries, and loved going to various Gas & Steam Shows, which featured old farm equipment. Sam and Joanne started camping in 1968 and established many camping traditions that are now being enjoyed by all their grandchildren.

Samuel is survived by his wife of 58 years, Joanne Demczyk; Brother, William R. Stanto; Daughter, Sydney S. Nguyen and her husband, Lam; Son, Daniel S. Stanto; Grandchildren, Evan S. Nguyen, Jacqueline D. Nguyen, Anderson D. Nguyen, and Ryan M. Nguyen; Niece, Quinn Stanto; Nephew, Justin Stanto; and many other cousins and loving family members.

A memorial service was held for Samuel at 11:00 AM on Saturday, November 19, 2022 at Nokesville Church of the Brethren (13002 Fitzwater Drive, Nokesville, Virginia 20181). His family received guests at the church from 10:00 AM until 11:00 AM. Immediately after the memorial service a light lunch was served.

In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation in memory of Samuel Sidney Stanto to: American Kidney Fund 11921 Rockville Pike, Suite 300, Rockville, MD 20852 kidneyfund.org American Diabetes Association P.O Box 7023 (Attn: Service Center) Merrifield, VA 22116 diabetes.org

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Mildred Frances Caruso Mildred Frances Caruso, age 95 of Gainesville, VA died at her residence on November 16, 2022.

She was born in Brooklyn, NY on January 19, 1927, daughter of the Aimee Ferris and George Lambert. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband Ralph Anthony Caruso.

Survivors are her children Lois C. Acker and husband Robert and Jerry Caruso and wife Leslie; 3 grandchildren Amy Acker, Jeremy Acker and Abigail Winters and husband Chris and by 6 great grandchildren Madeline, Meredith, Noah, Lily, Owen and Jack.

Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, November 23, 2022 at 12 Noon at Pierce Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 9609 Center Street, Manassas, VA with the family receiving friends one hour prior to the service. Interment St. David’s Episcopal Church Cemetery in Ashburn, Va.

JoAn S Durney, 95 yrs 8 mo. of Hume, VA passed away November 15, 2022 in Greenville, SC. Funeral services: Maddox Funeral Home, Front Royal, VA on 11/30/22; 11AM - 12PM Burial: Leeds Cementary, Hume VA, 2:30PM

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Shirley A. (Bryant) McConnell Shirley A. (Bryant) McConnell, 81, a longtime resident of Wallers Road, Partlow went to be with the Lord, Tuesday, November 15, 2022.

She was born in Alexandria, Virginia on July 4, 1941, the daughter of Hawsie Bryant and Pauline Wood. Her working career included the Marriott Companies, Old Dominion Boat Club, Shirley’s Corner (her own store) and The Wilderness Resort, which she retired from as a Facilities Dispatcher.

Her hobbies included painting, crafts of all kinds, collecting lighthouses, feral cats, and in her younger years, she was an avid Washington Redskins fan.

Back in the 1970’s Shirley’s voice could be heard on local country radio station WMZQ when every Saturday night a local establishment in Greenbelt Maryland, The Big Dipper, frequently held open mike night.

Shirley is survived by her daughters, Deborah (Diane) Aylor-Polisoto of Lewes, Delaware, Teresa Aylor of Spotsylvania, Virginia, Candace Aylor of Lorton, Virginia, and Robin Davidson of Partlow, Virginia. Also surviving are grandchildren, Brian, Angie, T.J., Alex, Deion, Derrick, Lauren, Christopher, Valorie, and Vincent; 20 great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by husbands, Robert Aylor (1966) and Thornton Montgomery (2011); longtime companion, Calvin Quick (2017); a daughter, Roxanne (1961); grandchildren, Jessica Lynn Wood (2010), Trent Eugene Davidson (2014), and Albert Clifford Wood III (2021); a sister, Irene Carter; and half-sisters, Judy Sholes, Janice Henshaw, Peggy Sholes and Donna Martin.

A celebration of life service will be held at 2:00 p.m. Saturday, December 3, 2022 at Healing Wings, 2730 Arritt Rd, Bumpass, VA 22304.

In lieu of flowers, her family asks that donations be made to Falls Run Nursing and Rehabilitation, 140 Brimley Rd, Fredericksburg VA 22406 in memory of Shirley McConnell.

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St. John The Baptist Anglican Church

Anglo Catholic in worship and order Mass Schedule: Sunday 8AM & 10:30 AM Wednesday 10 AM Holy Days 6PM Father Jonathan Ostman, Rector

540-364-2554 Facebook: stjohnsmarshall “At the Stop Light in Marshall”

THE CEMETERY SEXTON A cemetery sexton is the caretaker of the cemetery, performing general management and maintenance. Some of their roles include coordinating burials and graveside services, recording legal and public records, and maintaining the cemetery grounds. The cemetery sexton works with families to help execute burials and is also responsible for the long-term care of the gravesites and grounds. The sexton and their staff manage the opening of the grave, lowering the casket, and closing the grave. The sexton also makes sure the headstones fit the cemetery’s requirements and that they are properly positioned. As a cemetery manager, the sexton processes required documents such as burial and disinterment permits and also records all information pertaining to the deceased and the body.

MOSER FUNERAL HOME also manages the Bright View Cemetery located at the corner of Old Auburn and Lunsford Roads, just three miles south of Warrenton off of Meetze Road. This beautiful cemetery offers burial sites for individuals or family lots. A new columbarium has been built for those families who may wish to entomb their loved one’s cremated remains in a niche. Markers for memorial gravesites or niches are made of bronze applied to granite for permanence and beauty. A new section featuring upright markers is also now available. Please call (540) 347-3431 for more information.

“Live life as a monument to your soul.”

Ayn Rand

Patricia “Pat” Colgan On November 13, 2022, Patricia “Pat” Colgan, our dear mother, unexpectedly passed away at 66. She was born in Powhatan, Virginia, on October 7, 1956, the daughter of Mason and Jane Jones.

She attended Longwood University, where she studied Political Science. Throughout her life, she was passionate about serving her community and worked on many political campaigns. She was a well-loved magistrate, proud to serve the public for nineteen years as a treasured member of the Fairfax Police Department.

Pat always lovingly served others in their times of need. She was best known for her generosity and kind-heartedness. Above all, Pat was also a beloved mother and grandmother. She proudly bragged about her eleven grandchildren, and they will miss her dearly.

She is preceded in death by her beloved husband, Charles “Chuck” Colgan Jr., her parents Mason and Jane, and her brother John. She leaves behind her daughters, Shannon Jane Diaz of Manassas, and Virginia Colgan Rose of Bristow, and stepson Charles Colgan III, of Raliegh, North Carolina, and 11 grandchildren, Sarah, Fletcher, Paris, Thomas, Noah, Angela, Annabelle, Allison, Alonso, Olivia, and Dominic.

There was a viewing occurring on Tuesday, November 22, 2022 from 6:00 – 8:00 P.M. at Pierce Funeral Home in Manassas, VA. A memorial service will take place at 10:30 A.M. at Pierce Funeral Home on November 23, 2022, with burial immediately after at Stonewall Memory Gardens.

It’s not the length of life but the depth of life – Ralph Waldo Emerson

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FAUQUIER

CL A SSIFIEDS ADVERTISING DEADLINES: Business Directory: Thursday at noon, All other Classified ads: Monday at 3 p.m.

To place your ad, Call: 540.270.4931 Email: classifieds@fauquier.com Garage/Yard Sales

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This institution is an equal opportunity provider.

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Antiques & Collectibles

45 RPM records.

(Lots of 50) .50-1.00 ea. Comics $2 + ea.

Snoopy mdse.

B e a n i e s , 571-344-4300 Baseball cards many complete sets, not old but excellent condition 571-344-4300

Baseball research national pastime journals, BB history, (app 12 books) 571-344-4300 Beatles memorabilia - , albums, 45’s, 571-344-4300 Blotters, local and international, approx. 300. Excellent condition.

571-344-4300 Elvis collage 26x33 wood frame one of a kind - poster, album, cards 571-344-4300

Elvis memorabilia, Yankee memorabilia, Celtics merch.

Hot wheels/ Matchbox cars 571-344-4300

O l y m p i c magazines./ programs, Olympic mdse (1980) 571-344-4300 World tour books - Eagles, P Collins, N Diamond, McCartney, Cal R i p k i n magazines 571-344-4300 224

Firewood

Firewood & Fire Pit Wood seasoned hdwd, $280/cord + del. over 15 mls from Nokesville.

703-577-1979

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Furniture/ Appliances

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Furniture/ Appliances

Antique sideboard, china, stand, King Arthur table. EXCEL COND. 540-316-8327 for prices.

New Hohner 72 bass accordion. $700. (520) 544-9505 256

Miscellaneous For Sale

11 piece stainless steel grill set. New. 571-344-4300 45 RPM record collection original 50’s, 60’s app 2500 various prices 571-344-4300.

Comics approx, 1k.

1980´s, Superman, Batman, Spiderman, Archie, many others.

Excellent.

571-344-4300 JFK, Sinatra books/ magazines, M Jordan championship mini BB (set of 7) COA 571-344-4300

J. Gibbs 1991 football card as coach, racing book both autographed 571-344-4300.

Man on the moon 7/69 magazine,books records (album, 45’s) 571-344-4300

Old tools, hammers, chisles, screwdrivers, files, vices, various other items.

571-344-4300 Raisinettes Tony the Tiger key chains Peanuts uncut card sets Redskins yearbooks game d a y b o o k s 571-344-4300

Ringling Bros programs 1971-2005 castaways wreck bar shaker cans 1 9 7 0 ’ s ( 5 ) 571-344-4300 SI magazines also swimsuit issues 1970- present M Jackson mag (3), 78 RPM records 571-344-4300

MOVING SALE

Halloween, Xmas, all seasons shadow boxes, wood working, shirts, mugs, tools, purses, paint, glues & guns, bells, plates, books, vinyl, mail boxes. Too much to list. Call for appt.

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S E E K I N G BEATLES MEMORABILIA. Records, pictures, etc. Reasonable prices.

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Pets

Beautiful blue-eyed Ragdoll kittens born 9/23. Rehome the first week of Dec. See www. virginiaragdolls. com for add´l info.

LOST & FOUND ADOPTIONS TOO!

FAUQUIER SPCA 540-788-9000 www. fauquierspca.com e-mail fspca@ fauquierspca.com Puppies sm/med mix. $100.

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Lost

LOST

2 ladies bracelets in black case. Both gold. Maybe lost in Harris Teater´s shopping center.

Mother´s & sentimental. Substantial REWARD! Bill @ 301-717-8994

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Business Services

For all your heating and cooling needs.

Rc´s AC Service and Repair, 540-349-7832 or 540-428-9151 GO WITH THE BEST!!! Brian´s Tree Service. LICENSED, INSURED, FREE ESTIMATES. Tree removal, trimming, deadwooding, stump removal, lot clearing. Senior d i s c o u n t s 540-937-4742 or 540-222-5606

YANKEE MEMORABILIA - Mantle, Jeter, Dimaggio, Yearbooks (70’s - 80’s), Figurines, Plates, Books, Magazines, Cards, Miscellanious Items 571-344-4300

GRAVEL: ALL PROJECTS. Topsoil; fill dirt; mulch. No job too small.540825-4150; 540-219-7200

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5pc BR set, Sorrento Chris Madden Collection. dresser, m i r r o r , 2 nightstands, chest.

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Livestock

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Hagan Build & Design. Specializing in basements but we do it all!

540-522-1056.

Free estimates, licensed and insured.

JBS Excavation & Clearing, Free estimates, tree removal, horse arena, driveways & landscaping. No job too big or too s m a l l .

703-582-0439 Miller´s Tree Servic, complete tree service. Renoval, mulching, storm damage, bucket truck, firewood.

540-222-2089 North´s Custom Masonry. Retaining walls, stone work, patios, repoint ing brick, chimneys, d r i v e w a y s .

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Complete tree service. All phases of landscaping.

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Home Improvement

Addison´s Building & Remodeling.

Additions, basements, bathrooms, sundecks, repairs.

Licensed Insured.

540-244-2869 Affordable Roofing with Terry´s Handyman Services, LLC. Licensed & Insured.

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540-270-7938 Remodels; New Homes; Windows; Painting; Garages; B a t h r o o m s ; Kitchens; Decks;.

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ALPACAS Sale

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Clean-up; fence repairs; lawn care; tree & stump removal; scrap removal; small engine repairs. Call Kurt Jenkins, honest and reliable.

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Announcements 56th Anniversary Concert

WODBRIDGE COMMUNITY CHOIR Free Admission “Christmas Glow”

Directed by Lee Irwin Culbreth

Sat., Dec 3; 8PM Sun., Dec 4; 3PM

Dr. A.J. Ferlazzo Building Auditorium 15941 Donald Curtis Drive, Woodbridge

Info at: 703-680-0198 or woodbridgecommunitychoir.org

Public Notices ORDER OF PUBLICATION Commonwealth of Virginia VA. CODE 8.01-316 FAUQUIER COUNTY JUVENILE & DOMESTIC RELATIONS DISTRICT COURT Commonwealth of Virginia, in re CRUZSORTO,RUBENEZEQUIEL Case No. JJ018796-01-00 The object of the above named suit is to establish custody of Ruben Ezequiel Cruz Sorto. It is ORDERED that the defendant Jose Ruben Cruz Marquez appear at the above named Court and protect his or her interests on or before 01/03/2023; 8:30AM. M. Cupp, Judge

Public Notices ORDER OF PUBLICATION Commonwealth of Virginia VA. CODE 8.01-316 FAUQUIER COUNTY JUVENILE & DOMESTIC RELATIONS DISTRICT COURT Commonwealth of Virginia, in re CRUZSORTO,TOMASALEJANDRO Case No. JJ018797-01-00 The object of the above named suit is to establish custody of Ruben Ezequiel Cruz Sorto. It is ORDERED that the defendant Jose Ruben Cruz Marquez appear at the above named Court and protect his or her interests on or before 01/03/2023; 8:30AM. M. Cupp, Judge

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Legal Notices Foreclosure

TOWN OF WARRENTON NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

TRUSTEE’S SALE 12270 PINEY LN REMINGTON, VA 22734 In execution of the Deed of Trust in the original principal amount of $138,450.00, dated August 15, 2012, and recorded in Deed Book 1404, Page 1843 in Fauquier County land records, the appointed Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at public auction at the entrance to the Circuit Court for Fauquier County, Virginia, 29 Ashby Street, Warrenton, Virginia 20186-3202 on December 22, 2022 at 11:30AM, the property described in said deed of trust, located at the above address and more particularly described as follows: ALL THAT CERTAIN LOT OR PARCEL OF LAND SITUATE IN LEE MAGISTERIAL DISTRICT, FAUQUIER COUNTY, VIRGINIA AND MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS, TOWIT: LOT NO. NINE (9), CONTAINING 0.4651 ACRE, MORE OR LESS, PINEY FOREST AS SHOWN ON PLAT AND SURVEY OF JAMES G. BUTLER, JR. AND ASSOCIATES, P.C. DATED MAY 4, 1981, AND RECORDED IN DEED BOOK 431, AT PAGE 144, IN THE OFFICE OF THE CLERK OF THE COURT OF FAUQUIER COUNTY, VIRGINIA. TOGETHER WITH THE RIGHT TO USE IN COMMON WITH OTHERS THAT CERTAIN THIRTY (30) FOOT INGRESS AND EGRESS ROAD DESIGNATED AS “PINEY LANE”, LEADING TO VIRGINIA ROUTE 655, AS SHOWN ON THE AFORESAID PLAT AND SURVEY. PARCEL ID: 6887-46-5507-000 The property and improvements will be sold in “as is” physical condition without warranty of any kind.

TERMS OF SALE: A non-refundable bidder’s deposit of 10% of the sale price or 10% of the original principal amount of the subject Deed of Trust, whichever is lower, by cashier’s or certified check required at time of sale except for the party secured by the Deed of Trust. Risk of loss on purchaser from date and time of auction. Balance of the purchase price must be paid by cashier’s check within 15 days from sale date.

Except for Virginia Grantor tax, all settlement costs and expenses are purchaser’s responsibility. Taxes are pro-rated to the date of sale. Purchaser is responsible for obtaining possession of the property. If purchaser defaults, deposit may be forfeited and property resold at the risk and cost of the defaulting purchaser who shall be liable for any deficiency in the purchase price and all costs, expenses and attorney’s fees of both sales. If Trustee does not convey title for any reason, purchaser’s sole remedy is return of deposit without interest. This sale is subject to post-sale audit of the status of the loan secured by the Deed of Trust including but not limited to determining whether prior to sale a bankruptcy was filed, a forbearance, repayment or other agreement was entered into or the loan was reinstated or paid off; in any such event this sale shall be null and void and purchaser’s sole remedy shall be return of deposit without interest. This communication is from a debt collector and is an attempt to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE: RAS Trustee Services, LLC, 4012 Raintree Road, Suite 100A, Chesapeake, Virginia 23321 FOR INFORMATION CONTACT: RAS Trustee Services, LLC, Substitute Trustee c/o Robertson, Anschutz, Schneid, Crane & Partners, PLLC 11900 Parklawn Drive, Suite 310 Rockville, Maryland 20852 (844) 442-2150 (470) 321- 7112

Notice is hereby given that the Board of Zoning Appeals of the Town of Warrenton will hold a Public Hearing on Tuesday, December 6, 2022, at 5:00 PM in the Warrenton Town Hall Council Chambers (First Floor) located at 21 Main Street, Warrenton, Virginia, on the following item(s): BZA #2022-2 – Application for a Variance pursuant to Articles 2-18 and 3-4.2.4, lot and yard regulations of the Town of Warrenton Zoning Ordinance. The request is for a variance to reduce the required front/rear yard setbacks to allow for the construction of a single-family detached home on the property. The setbacks requested are for a front setback of 15-feet for the front porch (19-feet required), a rear yard setback of 5.8-feet for the house (20-feet required), and a rear yard setback of 2.5-feet for the uncovered deck/stairs (10-feet required), resulting in a variance of 4 feet in the front and 14.2/7.5 feet in the rear. The lot is approximately 4,855 square feet, located near the intersection of Alexandria Pike and Moorhead Drive in front of the existing Noble Senior Living Facility, and zoned Residential (R-10). The Comprehensive Plan identifies the property as Medium Density Residential on the Future Land Use Plan. The owner/applicant is Kent Capital Ventures, LLC. The builder is Bethel Builders, LLC. GPIN 6984-55-1596-000.

People having an interest in the above are invited to participate in the hearing and state their opinion regarding the above issues. Copies of all applications and full versions of the proposed Variance are available for review in the Department of Community Development located at 21 Main Street, Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM. The Town of Warrenton desires to make its programs, services, facilities, and activities accessible to persons with disabilities. If you need accommodations or auxiliary services, please contact the Town as far in advance as possible.

NOTICE OF FAUQUIER COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS MEETING AND PUBLIC HEARINGS The Fauquier County Board of Supervisors will hold a work session at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, December 8, 2022, in the Warren Green Building at 10 Hotel Street in Warrenton, Virginia, and will hold a regular meeting and public hearings at 6:30 p.m. in the same location on the following: 1. A RESOLUTION TO AMEND THE FY 2023 ADOPTED BUDGET BASED ON FY 2022 CARRYOVER - A public hearing to consider a resolution to amend the FY 2023 Adopted Budget and approve the FY 2022 carryover package. During the December 8, 2022 work session, staff will present an overview of FY 2022 year-end, with recommendations for appropriations and transfers of undedicated funds to the FY 2023 budget. The Code of Virginia, § 15.2-2507, requires a public hearing when amendments to the budget exceed 1% of total expenditures, which for FY 2023 totals $4,036,500, and presented requests for appropriation will exceed this amount. (Lisa M. Henty Staff) 2. AN ORDINANCE TO ABANDON ROBERT STREET AND UTTERBACK AVENUE IN MARSHALL, VIRGINIA – An ordinance to abandon two public streets in Marshall, Virginia known as Robert Street and Utterback Avenue, both of which lie north of Salem Avenue and west of Frost Street. Robert Street lies between the parcels owned by Marshall Ruritan Club, Inc. and Old Salem Community Development II, LLC. Utterback Avenue lies between the parcels owned by Old Salem Community Development II, LLC. Said public streets were created in a plat of survey recorded in Deed Book 131 at page 18 among the Fauquier County land records. (Adam Shellenberger, Staff) 3. SPECIAL PERMIT – SPPT-22-018521 – ELIZABETH A. BARTON-— PULLEN(OWNER/APPLICANT) – BARTON-PULLEN TOURIST HOME – An application for a Category 3 Special Permit to operate a Tourist Home. The property is located at 6717 Woodlake Court, Scott District, Warrenton, Virginia.

(PIN 7916-31-1629-000) (Adam Shellenberger, Staff) Copies of the above files are available for review by contacting the Clerk to the Board of Supervisors’ office Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. by calling (540) 422-8020.

Interested parties wishing to be heard on any of the above are encouraged to send written correspondence in advance of the meeting to 10 Hotel Street, Warrenton, VA 20186, or by e-mail to BOS@fauquiercounty.gov prior to December 8, 2022. Citizens wishing to appear in person should arrive prior to the start time of the meeting. Comments are limited to three minutes. The meeting is also livestreamed at http://fauquier-va.granicus.com/ViewPublisher. php?view_id=1.

Fauquier County does not discriminate on the basis of handicapped status in admission or access to its programs and activities. Accommodations will be made for handicapped persons upon prior request. Citizens requiring reasonable accommodation for disabilities or requiring any other assistance related to the meeting should contact Ms. Renée Culbertson, Deputy Municipal Clerk, at (540) 422-8020.

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As the newsroom staff member responsible for digital strategy and for day-to-day management of all digital content including web and email products, the digital editor curates, edits and writes social media posts. They also produce interactive features, galleries and video – that are timely, compelling and drive audience engagement.

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We require: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent, 2-3 years experience in online news operation and use of content management systems,and in the analysis of audience metrics and proven ability to maximize audience. Must also have expertise in social media platforms, headline writing, copyediting,familiarity with AP Style, SEO and video production experience.

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Knowledge of the horse world a plus.

Obtaining property/casualty license will eventually be required.

FT Hourly w/benefits including health/ dental, HSA & 401K, bonus program possible. Salary commensurate with experience.

Email resume, with cover letter detailing equestrian background (if applicable) to adaum@BroadstoneEquine.com.

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This Christmas, a group of sturdy volunteers will assemble and distribute approximately 150 Christmas Baskets — complete turkey dinners—to neighbors who might otherwise go hungry.

Happy Thanksgiving from your Friends at Century 21 New Millennium!

We are more than Thankful for our Relationships within the Piedmont Community and one of those cherished relationships is with Community Touch. They are a local non-profit organization, which quietly does a tremendous amount of good. Currently, they are working to provide 150 local families with Christmas Dinner this year, and we hope to support their effort to do so.

For over twenty years, Community Touch, a small nonprofit in Bealeton has been working tirelessly to offer shelter for the homeless and feed those less fortunate in the local community. Year after year, they have housed, fed, counseled and clothed thousands of people in need.

Founded by pastors, Dr. T. Tyronne Champion and his wife Felicia Champion, they began their mission with 20 acres of property in Bealeton with several buildings, a huge vision and great deal of faith.

(They also have a tremendous amount of energy.)

Many Ways to Help If you’d like to join with our team of REALTORS in our effort to support Community Touch, there are multiple ways to do so. A generous local grocer has donated the turkeys, but the “fixins” remain on the wish list.

As the needs within the community grew, the Champions responded by offering more services.

Local Non-Profit Distributes 1. Drop off non-perishable food donations ChristmasCentury Meals 21 New Millennium will be accepting donations at

Relying mostly on grants and donations for their operations, they are supported by a board of directors, a small staff and some community volunteers. They now work with the local counties and community services board, aand run four volunsepaThis Christmas, group of sturdy teers will assemble and distribute approxirate mission programs that serve five counties: Fauquier, mately 150 Christmas Baskets — complete Rappahannock, Culpeper, Orange and Madison. turkey dinners—to neighbors who might otherwise go hungry.

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For over twenty years, Community Touch, a small nonVictory Transitional Housing provides housing up profit in Bealeton has been working tirelessly tofor offer shelter for the homeless and feed those less fortunate in the loto 40 homeless people, as well as case management and cal community. Year after year, they have housed, fed, counseled and clothed thousands of people in need. financial mentoring.

Founded by pastors, Dr. T. Tyronne Champion and his wife Felicia Champion, they began their mission with 20 acres of property in Bealeton with several buildings, a huge vision and great deal of faith.

(They also have a tremendous amount of energy.)

Noah’s Ark provides clothing, furniture and household items at no cost to those in need.

Noah’s Ark Thrift Store in Marshall sells gently used furniture, clothing and household goods - proceeds benRelying mostly on grants and donations for their operations, efit the missions and vision Community Touch. they areof supported by a board of directors, a small staff and As the needs within the community grew, the Champions responded by offering more services.

some community volunteers. They now work with the local counties and community services board, and run four separate mission programs that serve five counties: Fauquier, Rappahannock, Culpeper, Orange and Madison.

Clara’s Faith House Food Pantry feeds 2500+ people annually, many of them •areVictory children.

Food donations Transitional Housing provides housing for up to 40 homeless people, as well as case food management and come from supermarkets, wholesalers, USDA, financial mentoring. processors and local farmers, as well as from people in • Noah’s Ark provides clothing, furniture and household the community. items at no cost to those in need.

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Noah’s Ark Thrift Store in Marshall sells gently used furniture, clothing and household goods - proceeds benefit the missions and vision of Community Touch.

Food insecurity is an ever-present and increasing challenge in our area, and the Food Pantry is in constant • Clara’s Faith House Food Pantry feeds 2500+ people annually, many of them are children.

Food donations need of food donations, especially during the holidays come from supermarkets, wholesalers, USDA, food processors and local farmers, as well as from people in and winter months. the community.

67 West Lee Highway, Warrenton, Monday thru Friday 9-5 until December 16th.

Happy fromon your Friends at or byThanksgiving appointment weekends Century 21 New Millennium!

Items needed: boxed mashed potatoes, boxed stuffing, rice, canned yams, canned veggies (green beans, corn, carrots, etc), gravy, apple sauce, cranberry sauce, cornbread mix, biscuit mix, pie fillings, boxed non-perishable cookies, candies, treats..

We are more than Thankful for our Relationships within the Piedmont Community and one of those cherished relationships is with Community Touch. They are a local non-profit organization, which quietly does a tremendous amount of good. Currently, they are working to provide 150 local families with Christmas Dinner this year, and we hope to support their effort to do so.

Gift Cards or cash cards are always welcome.

Many Ways to Help

2. Donate directly to Community Touch

If you’d like to join with our team of REALTORS in our effort to support Community Touch, there are multiple ways to do so. A generous local grocer has donated the turkeys, but the “fixins” remain on the wish list.

through their website www.communitytouchinc.org or by snapping a photo of this QR Code

1. Drop off non-perishable food donations

Century 21 New Millennium will be accepting donations at 67 West Lee Highway, Warrenton, Monday thru Friday 9-5 or by appointment on weekends until December 16th.

Items needed: boxed mashed potatoes, boxed stuffing, rice, canned yams, canned veggies (green beans, corn, carrots, etc), gravy, apple sauce, cranberry sauce, cornbread mix, biscuit mix, pie fillings, boxed non-perishable cookies, candies, treats..

3. Mail your donation to

Community Touch, Inc. 10499 Jericho Road Donate directly to Community Touch Bealeton, VA 22712 through their website www.communitytouchinc.org Gift Cards or cash cards are always welcome.

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or by snapping a photo of this QR Code

4. If you or someone you know is in need, please call Community Touch 540-439-9300 540-349-9300

3. Mail your donation to

Community Touch, Inc. 10499 Jericho Road Bealeton, VA 22712

Food insecurity is an ever-present and increasing chalIf you have any questions how you can contribute to the Community Touch Christmas Baskets, lenge in our area,about and the Food Pantry is in constant 4. If you or someone you know is in need, please call need of food donations, especially during the holidays Community Touch 540-349-9300 winter months. please call theandCentury 21 New Millennium office at 703-753-7910 or email robin@c21nm.com If you have any questions about how you can contribute to the Community Touch Christmas Baskets, And, of course, we are here for all your real estate needs www.c21nm.com please call the Century 21 New Millennium office at 703-753-7910 or email robin@c21nm.com And, of course, we are here for all your real estate needs www.c21nm.com