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Community

Financial issues close women’s domestic violence shelter Harmony Place continues other services as future remains uncertain

The Harmony Place building in downtown Front Royal remains for sale.

By Roger Bianchini Warren County Report They may be down, but hopefully they are not out for a final 10 count in the boxing vernacular. In this case “they� is the non-profit organization Harmony Place and its shelter for victims of domestic violence in our community. For 30 years, Harmony Place has been providing services, including emergency shelter, coun-

seling and life planning for long-term solutions to those victims’ situations.

On Thursday, Oct. 10, just one day after Harmony Place Executive Director Melissa De-Domenico-Payne was asked to resign, the Board of Directors of Front Royal’s non-profit Harmony Place were forced to make the tough decision to close the shelter portion of their services the following day, Friday, Oct. 11.

“It is by a thread that we still exist,�

Harmony Place Board of Directors President Heidi Lesinski told us on Oct. 21. “The community was great in stepping up for our clients during this crisis. But we will need their continued support as we continue our efforts on behalf of the women and children in our community that are victims of domestic abuse and sexual violence.�

A variety of factors brought on the economic crisis that forced the board’s hand and left five women and seven children in need of immediate alternate accommodations on Oct. 11. And with aggressive help from, not only Harmony Place’s own staff, but also the Warren County Social Services Department and local churches, none of those clients were left on the streets to fend for themselves. “I want to say that our staff are the unsung heroes here – they have remained on the job and dedicated to the women and children they serve despite uncertainty,� Lesinski told us.

She explained that shelter employees were essentially working with only the promise of future pay for that work, “Sort of like the furloughed government employees.�

Lesinski joined Warren County So-

cial Services Director Beth Reavis in also lauding the immediate community effort on behalf of the Harmony Place residents. They noted that one of the Harmony Place clients had yet to be found immediate alternative housing when Reavis inquired about the status of residents in wake of the announced closing on Oct. 10.

Reavis said that with the help of local Minister Mark Jordan that remaining client was immediately found temporary housing.

“We are working really hard to come back better and stronger than ever. But I don’t think anything could have stopped the ball rolling downhill at this point,� Lesinski said of several years of tightening economic and funding circumstances for the shelter.

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Community SHELTER, from profit stores for the organization’s Second Chance Thrift Store. That competition was among the factors leading to the closing of The Second Chance late last year. That closing brought a complete end to what had once been a crucial self-generating revenue source for Harmony Place.

Also changing were grant availability, as well as how state and federal funding options were shifting emphasis away from shelter accommodations such as those on the second floor of Harmony Place’s headquarters at 311 East Main Street in Historic Downtown Front Royal. “We can’t exist on the available grants alone,� Lesinski points out.

And she notes that one crucial federal grant that accounted nearly one third of the organization’s annual operational costs for six years was no longer available. That was another pivotal and un-replaced income loss coinciding with the demise of Second Chance, Lesinski observed.

Those changes and the lost revenue led the organization to put its three-story, 18,000 square-foot building in the heart of downtown Front Royal up for sale around the time the Second Chance closed last December. The building housed the thrift store on the first floor, staff offices and shelter accommodations on the second floor and additional rental spaces on the third floor.

Lesinski also clarified that two of the women cited in an Oct. 19 Northern Virginia Daily story were not shelter clients, but rather rentpaying tenants housed in third floor apartments. The women were on month-to-month leases and were notified they would have to leave the following month (November) per their rental agreements. She said the rental arrangements were efforts to generate some revenue from available space in the building as Harmony Place struggled to make ends meet.

Today the 311 East Main Street building remains unsold and its first-

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â€œâ€Ś our staff are the unsung heroes here - they have remained on the job and dedicated to the women and children they serve despite uncertainty.â€? Lesinski explained that shelter employees were working with only the promise of future pay, “Sort of like the furloughed government employees.â€?

floor unrented, creating a one-way financial burden – mortgage payments out, with no corresponding inbound revenue as formerly provided in the thrift store’s heyday. Lesinski’s husband John, previously featured in this paper for his efforts training service dogs for disabled U.S. war veterans, has also taken over real estate mar-

keting of the building through his company Colliers International from original agent Mike Silek of Adams Nelson & Associates. The building originally listed for just under a million dollars ($950,000) and more recently at $850,000.

Along with increased community awareness and assistance, finding a

buyer for the large commercial space in the prime downtown Front Royal location is likely to be a pivotal factor in determining the long-term future of Harmony Place in its ongoing efforts on behalf of some of this community’s most vulnerable citizens. – rogerb@warrencountyreport.com

(Writer’s note: We hope to have more detail on the changing grant and operational landscapes for local domestic violence services in a future issue.)

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Public safety

Sheriff’s Office confirms Oct. 13 jailhouse suicide Friends say Gray re-jailed following self-inflicted wounds

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After a week of inquiries and possibly awaiting the results of an autopsy, on Oct. 22, the Warren County Sheriff ’s Office released a brief press re-

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However, friends of Timothy Mark Gray have provided much more detail, apparently from the “jailhouse pipeline�, and are questioning whether adequate precautions were taken after Gray was jailed Oct. 10 after harming himself in what they say was a continuation of a domestic situation that led to the 45-yearold Gray’s earlier incarceration at the Warren County Jail. According to his friends, Gray was released to probation on Oct. 7 or 8 after serving about two months on a domestic violence charge.

At some point following that release, friends say Gray violated his

probation by visiting his estranged girlfriend at the motel where she was living near the intersection of North Shenandoah Avenue and 14th Street.

Those friends say the girl informed Gray she had moved on with her life and into another relationship.

A friend who asked to remain anonymous told us, “I’m sure as a cry for help of whatever sort, he slashed both wrists, from wrist to elbow, in front of her at the motel. She called the police and he was taken to the hospital to be treated medically.

After the hospital released him he was taken to jail. This happened on Thursday October 10.�

Gray’s friends agreed with the suicide by hanging scenario, however, added more detail. “Timmy hung himself in the jail

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Gray’s friends are asking if, after first being admitted to Warren Memorial Hospital for self-inflicted wounds on Oct. 10, Gray had been placed on a suicide watch at the jail; and if so, how he could have been left unattended long enough to kill himself?

They also question what they believe are inconsistencies between online records and verbal information about Gray’s Oct. 10 arrest and charges filed. They told us, “The investigator on the case, Investigator Smoot, said he was arrested for violating a protective order. That is not what the court has posted online. This is what information is posted in reference to the incident: WC General District Court Case#GC1300695200 Offense Date-10/10/13, ChargePublic swearing/intoxication, Status-RELEASED ON SUMMONS, File Date 10/15/13, Hearing Date11/19/13.�

As this story developed, those friends who contacted us were trying to raise the money, $1900 up front and an additional $800 within 45 days, to have Gray’s body released from a Prince William County morgue, where they were told it was placed after an autopsy. And as of Oct. 22, we were informed the money had been raised and Gray’s body released to Turner Robertshaw Funeral Home in Front Royal.

While he had been going through a troubled period in his life, friends note that Gray was well known “for his beautiful woodwork – stairs were his specialty.�

They also told us Gray leaves behind two small children, Savannah and Dakota, who live out of county with their mother.

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Public safety

‘Uh, I don’t recall that $20k credit card purchase’ Ex-caretaker charged for defrauding former employer

Gail Marie Henry A Front Royal woman was indicted on Monday, October 7, 2013 by the Warren County Grand Jury for defrauding an elderly Fauquier County woman. Gail Marie Henry, 51, was charged with five Felony indictments that include: one count of Credit Card Theft and four counts of Credit Card Fraud.

Henry had been employed by the victim, an 89-year-old female who resides in rural Marshall, VA, for several years before she was terminated in November 2011 after fraudulent transactions were made to the victim’s credit card by Henry. The victim, Renee Speyer, advised detectives with the Warrenton Police Department that she had noticed several unauthorized transactions on her BB&T bank card totaling over $20,000 during the months of August, September, and October. Speyer advised that she did not give anyone permission to use her card. The bulk of the fraudulent transactions took place in Front Royal.

Chief Norman Shiflett also stated that two search warrants were served in January 2012 by Detectives from Warrenton and the Front Royal Police Departments, as well as a Special Agent with the United States Postal Inspection Service, at Gail Henry’s residences, 37 Cloud Street, Front Royal and 75 Aileen Road, Flint Hill.

Several items were seized from the properties to include multiple televi-

sions, clothing, and miscellaneous mail, checkbooks and documents. A 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix and a 2005 Chevrolet Colorado pickup truck were also repossessed by Hillside Motors in conjunction with the search warrants.

Sergeant Jason Winner, the lead case agent, advised that the fraudulent charges made locally were to Hillside Motors, Kibler Furniture, Quality Inn and Capital One. Winner advised the case is still an active investigation with additional charges possible in Front Royal and other outside agencies.

Chief Norman Shiflett is outraged

at the number of cases his department works that involve a scam or fraud against the elderly, children and people with disabilities. “Those that prey on persons that don’t have the defenses against people who gain their trust and manipulate the relationship to steal the victim’s money need to be stopped.� Shiflett states that the Front Royal Police Department takes each case very seriously and strives to educate the community through Seminars, Radio interviews, Press releases, Citizen’s Police Academy and Neighborhood Watch Meetings to get

the word out on what to look for, who to contact if you suspect foul play and how to help others that may be falling victim.

Gail Marie Henry was arrested at her Cloud Street residence without incident on Monday, October 14, 2013.

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I am reminded of a joke: What happens if a politician drowns in a river? That’s pollution.

What happens if all of them drown? That’s a solution!!!

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Editor, After reading the editorial on “Children who need to be punished – severely”, I comment that your referenced document, the Declaration of Independence, is our proclamation to England that we are autonomous and do not need them interfering with our internal relations.

It would be, in my opinion, a stronger argument to have a key piece of legislation to uphold your point – a document written by the populace pertaining to the responsibilities, duties and obligations of our elected officials would suffice greatly.

Welcome the Constitution, declaring that we make the rules for our own citizenry and “in order to form a more perfect Union … promote the general welfare … to ourselves and our posterity …”

This sound a lot like affordable health care, don’t you think?

By the way, does anybody else remember “Schoolhouse Rock”?

Tom Adams, Front Royal (Former managing editor’s note: No, but I remember “Jailhouse Rock”, “Rock Around the Clock”, “Rock & Roll Confidential” and “Rock & Roll High School” – does that help?)

Ratigan endorses Harris For many years I proudly considered myself a Republican. Sadly due to the examples and behavior of certain Republicans these past few months I am announcing today Oct. 21, 2013, that I am resigning from the Warren County Republican Committee and will longer consider myself a Republican.

I can no longer in good conscience maintain silence and be affiliated and support a party whose elected officials use tactics to hold people’s and the nation’s livelihoods hostage in order to push a specific partisan agenda.

Another reason for this public announcement is the fact that I cannot in good conscience and will no longer support Delegate Michael Webert for Re-election. The reason for this public statement is that several months ago Delegate Webert was tasked by the Front Royal Town Council to present a list of Town Charter Changes to the House of Delegates to be voted on by the House of Delegates. In that list was a request for the change of the Town Elections from the May Elections on Even Number Years to November on Even Number Years, as well as a request to codify the long, informal tradition of non-partisan town elections.

Delegate Webert chose to ignore the wishes of the elected Town Coun-

cil and majority of the Citizens of Front Royal for non-partisan elections and rewrote the request to reflect his or a partisan group’s desire to push their own partisan agenda. Delegate Webert up to this date has refused to answer for, or make himself available to the Citizens of Front Royal to answer the questions that need to be answered. Partisan politics had no business interfering with a non-partisan issue. Delegate Webert betrayed the trust of his constituents when he placed partisan politics ahead of the needs and wishes of the Citizens of Front Royal and their desire to elect their elected officials as they see fit. In my opinion Delegate Webert is not fit nor qualified to hold public office.

In a nation and state where partisan politics seem to rule, we are in need of a Delegate (representative) who has the integrity and the courage to place that “R” or that “D” on the table and walk away from it and work for the people and not their specific political Party. And Delegate Webert has shown that he is not the delegate or candidate capable or willing to do that.

So on Election Day this November I will exercise my right to vote by not voting for Delegate Michael Webert.

And as of this time I no longer consider myself a Republican, or Democrat or any other political name or party affiliation. We desperately need representatives in all forms of government, federal, state, and local that place partisan politics aside and truly work in the best interest of the people.

Is there a candidate or candidates with the courage and integrity to put aside partisan politics and work for the people will step forward run for public office? I believe that there is one. After speaking with him for over 2 hours at my home this past Saturday over a wide range of issues, including what happened to Front Royal in regards to the Town Charter issue I believe that Colin Harris is that candidate for Delegate for the 18th District.

One final comment or plea if you will: To the Citizens of Front Royal/ Warren County residing in the 18th District, regardless of party affiliation, my only request is this – when you go to the polls this November ask yourself this question, do you want a Representative who will ignore the request of a duly elected non-partisan elected body and instead chose to push his own partisan political agenda and then refuse to make himself available or accountable to answer for his actions? Or do you want a candidate that will can and will put aside his partisanship to work for all the people in his district?

If you come to the same conclusion that I have, know that there is a candidate out there who will put his partisanship aside and work for the people of the 18th District and his (Partisan) constituents. That man is Colin Harris.

Tim Ratigan, Front Royal

Roy Boyles endorsed Editor, In the eighteen years Mr. Boyles worked with my husband John Smedley in the Commissioner of the Revenue’s office, my husband supported Roy and wanted him to succeed him as Commissioner. In 2003, my husband offered Roy Boyles the position of Chief Deputy IV but Mr. Boyles respectfully declined because he was a candidate for Treasurer of Warren County that year. Only after Mr. Boyles declined to accept the offer did John offer it to Sherry Sours. It was never John’s intention to support Sherry Sours as the next Commissioner of the Revenue.

He wanted Roy to succeed him and be the next Commissioner of the Revenue after his retirement. Because John had confidence in Roy’s ability to represent him and the office, he chose Roy to be the spokesman at educational events and to be the office’s liaison with community organizations.

I support Roy Boyles for Commissioner of the Revenue, just as my husband would have had he been able to continue serving the good people of Warren County until his retirement.

Please vote for Roy Boyles for Commissioner on November 5. He will be an outstanding Commissioner.

Doris Smedley, Front Royal Dear Editor, I have known Roy Boyles since our days at Warren County High School, and although we’ve both grown older, grayer, and hopefully smarter through our lives, there is one thing that hasn’t changed about Roy in the 37 + years that I have known him. He has always been dedicated to his family, his job, and this community.

Roy’s 35 years of volunteer community service give him a unique insight into the position of Commissioner of the Revenue,. Anyone who has been involved in a non-profit organization knows that there is a lot of work for no pay. Your reward is the personal satisfaction that you have done some good for the community and in some way you have made the world a better place. Roy has been involved as a member or an officer in the Front Royal Rotary Club, the Warren Memorial Hospital Board of Trustees, United Way of Front Royal/Warren County, Kiwanis Club, Marlow Heights Baptist Church and the Salvation Army.

His experiences in these organizations have made him an exceptional public servant.

Roy was elected in 2004 to the Warren County School Board and is still currently serving in that position. In November 2012 he was named President of the Virginia School Boards Association. As a local school board member, he serves the best interests of the children in our community.

As for qualifications for the position of Commissioner, Roy is currently the

Supervisor of the Real Estate Department in the Warren County Commissioner of Revenue’s Office and earned the certification in 2006 as a Master Deputy of the Commissioner of Revenue. He has worked in the Commissioner’s office for 19 years, and I feel that he is very qualified for the position of Commissioner of the Revenue.

Roy’s “people skills” are one of his strongest assets, and I feel his ability to be comfortable in the public eye and sympathetic to the needs and struggles of those he serves will make him a perfect Commissioner of Revenue.

Please be sure to vote on November 5th and please support Roy Boyles for his candidacy for Commissioner of Revenue of Warren County.

Martha Buracker, Browntown Dear Editor, This letter is in support of Roy Boyles, who is running for Commissioner of the Revenue in Warren County. Mr. Boyles has devoted the past thirty-five years to service to this community by being an active member and oftentimes an officer in organizations such as Rotary Club, the Chamber of Commerce, United Way, Kiwanis, and the Salvation Army. He is running as an independent because he wants to represent all of the citizens of Warren County.

Roy is a good friend of mine, and I have personally witnessed his inner strength, his knowledge of all facets of the office of the Commissioner of the Revenue, and his integrity. He has taken the high road in this campaign and has refused to criticize his opponents.

Rather, he has run on his record as Supervisor of the Real Estate Department, his experience as spokesperson and liaison for the office of Commissioner of the Revenue, and his record of service to the good people of Warren County.

I have heard Mr. Boyles express his genuine love and passion for this community and its citizens. For his service to our community, Mr. Boyles has received these awards: Outstanding Young Man of Front Royal/Warren County by the Front Royal Jaycees, The Citizen of the Year Award by the Front Royal/Warren County Chamber of Commerce (twice awarded), and The Distinguished Citizen Award by the Shenandoah Area Council, Boy Scouts of America.

He will make an outstanding Commissioner of the Revenue and will make everyone welcome in his office.

His people skills are outstanding, and he is very approachable.

Please vote for Roy Boyles on November 5. He needs your support in order to enhance customer service and accessibility in the office of the Commissioner of the Revenue.

George Cherefko, Browntown

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Public safety

Sighting his gun, Mark Twain busted on multiple charges

Mark Twain Patrick II

By Roger Bianchini Warren County Report Okay, not THE Mark Twain, but a young man apparently named for the famous American writer has run afoul of authorities in the Town of Front Royal.

According to an Oct. 21 Front Royal Police Department press release, 27-year-old Leland, North Carolina resident Mark Twain Patrick II was arrested on three firearms and two other charges following reports of gunfire in the area of the VFW property on North Royal Avenue Extended the afternoon of Saturday, Oct. 19.

Church Yard Sale Friday and Saturday, November 1st and 2nd, there will be a Giant Yard Sale (Rain or Shine) at the First Assembly of God, located at1111 Shenandoah Ave., Front Royal. Proceeds will benefit Church Ministries.

Youth Wrestling Club The Warren County Parks and Recreation Department in conjunction with Skyline High School and the Skyline Wrestling Club will be sponsoring the Front Royal Raptors Youth Wrestling Team for those 6 to 14 years of age at Skyline High School beginning November 11, 2013. Cost is $50.00 per basic membership or $95.00 for advanced membership. For more information visit www.SkylineWrestling.org.

FRPD Officer Kevin Orndorff was dispatched to the area at 3:45 p.m.

Patrick told the officer that he had just purchased a Ruger .22-caliber rifle with a scope and was attempting to sight the scope using a log as his target.

The officer informed Patrick there were several issues with that endeavor: 1/ that he was on Private Property; and 2/ that it was illegal to shoot a firearm within town limits.

Officer Orndorff also observed three fishing boats on the Shenandoah River, several individuals fishing on the river banks, Poe’s Campground and the VFW in sight lines from the spot Patrick chose to fine tune his new toy. And though there is no evidence of an eventual assassination attempt aimed at any those potential targets, there is always the danger of collateral damage from such target practice – especially when evidence is discovered that the

target shooter may be impaired.

Further investigation revealed that Patrick was in possession of two Schedule III narcotics, later identified as Suboxone and Hydrocodone, without evidence they were prescribed by a physician. A background check also revealed Patrick had a previous felony conviction in North Carolina.

Upon approval from the Commonwealth Attorney’s office, Patrick was charged with Discharging a Firearm in Town Limits, Reckless Handling of a Firearm, Possession of a Firearm by a convicted Felon, Trespassing, and Possession of a Schedule III Narcotic.

Patrick was initially held without Bond with a scheduled court date of November 26, at 10 a.m. The Ruger .22 cal Rifle, three 25-round magazines and miscellaneous .22 cal. ammunition was seized upon his arrest.

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By all accounts – from residents, relatives of residents and employees – Hidden Springs Senior Living Center in southern Warren County is a fine place to spend your later years as independent living becomes increasingly difficult.

And after hearing from the troops, a combination of eight of those residents, relatives and employees, the Warren County Board of Supervisors voted 4-0, Traczyk absent, to approve modifications to the Hidden Springs Conditional Use Permit. Those modifications will allow an expansion that will essentially double the size and resident occupancy of the facility and add 12 jobs to the existing staff of 35.

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will be raised from 30 to 72. County Planning staff noted the existing capacity has already been passed at 36 residents in the 30 existing rooms.

The approved changes include a two-story addition of 22,848 squarefeet to the existing 23,500 squarefoot assisted living facility. The addition will be comprised of two stories of 11,424 square-feet each. In addition to resident accommodations, the proposed expansion will include a multi-purpose great room, sun rooms, a secured outdoor area and a central nurses’ station.

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Dining rooms on the ground floor are being painted a soft gray and the walls that were put up when it was divided into apartments have been torn out to reveal the gracious flow of the rooms.

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He was also the grandfather of General George Smith Patton, Jr. who is best known for his command of the Seventh United States Army in Europe during World War II. Colonel Pattonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s ghost has been spotted looking out of the front windows, still dressed in his Confederate uniform. No doubt he will enjoy the aroma of good food and the company of future patrons.

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And he has a plan for the project.

His vision is that the restaurant will be completed in three phases. The first phase will end when it opens this fall. Upper and ground floor dining rooms and the newly constructed bar on the first floor will be finished with a total seating capacity of 170.

Plans for the second and third phases include opening the front porch and an outside patio for dining. That would bring the total seating capacity to about 240.

Phase three will also include a 60seat basement bar called a Rathskeller, a cigar bar and a souvenir shop.

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Twenty-two-year-old Democrat Colin Harris is challenging first-term Republican incumbent Michael Webert for the 18th District seat in the Virginia House of Representatives.

At the Oct. 3 Chamber of Commerce-sponsored Candidates Forum, Harris appeared and Webert was represented by his Director of Legislative Affairs, Nick Blessing. Blessing said Webert was unavailable due to private business commitments elsewhere that day.

Consequently, since Webert was not there to answer questions, both Harris and Blessing, the latter in Webertâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s place, were only allowed to read two-minute statements on the respective candidacies. So, in this state race our general questions for both candidates were of even more importance in ascertaining whoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s who in the 18th District of Virginiaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s House of Representatives.

18th Republican incumbent, MICHAEL WEBERT We received a note from Blessing acknowledging receipt of our questions the second week of October.

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Q â&#x20AC;&#x201C; I have heard early reports in some states that have aggressively pursued implementation of ACA that indicate private sector health insurance rates decreasing from 30 to 50 percent.

What does that say to you & is such an outcome a good or bad thing?

WEBERT: Reducing the cost of health care while preserving access and quality is a goal we all share. I donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t know what reports you have seen, but I do know the nonpartisan Heritage Foundation last month concluded: â&#x20AC;&#x153;Overall, Obamacareâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s benefit mandates will raise premiums, not lower them â&#x20AC;&#x201C; and candidate Obamaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s promise to lower rates by $2,500 per family amounts to a massive broken promise.â&#x20AC;? (writerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s note: I dispute the delegateâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s description of the Heritage Foundation, a well-known ultra-conservative think tank, as non-partisan. And the delegateâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s assertion on health care premium costs is also a disputed opinion generally expressed along partisan lines. In Virginia, the rejection of Medicaid Expansion has eliminated the potential of huge health care discounts to an estimated See 18th DISTRICT, 15

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Q â&#x20AC;&#x201C; You created a great deal of criticism in Front Royal for your role in sponsorship of FR Town Charter changes forwarded by the town council to the legislature after several years of research. In committee, under your sponsorship, one of the two most important aspects of those changes was REVERSED 180 degrees to the opposite intent that was handed over to you â&#x20AC;&#x201C; from codifying the long-held informal tradition of NON-PARTISAN town elections to codifying PARTISAN elections.

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-- What was your role in the change?

-- What did you learn from the experience?

WEBERT: Getting involved in how Front Royal voters run their own elections was never a goal of mine.

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Q â&#x20AC;&#x201C; You supported both personhood legislation granting legal rights at moment of conception & mandatory ultra-sound for women seeking abortions in Virginia: -- You were quoted in the Fauquier Times Democrat stating, â&#x20AC;&#x153;When I heard my sonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s heartbeat, that was life.â&#x20AC;?

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-- If there is no heartbeat until â&#x20AC;&#x153;Xâ&#x20AC;? months into a pregnancy, why do you believe personhood begins at the moment of conception?

-- Christian theology has traditionally defined life as the moment of birth â&#x20AC;&#x201C; whatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s changed between now and the first 2000 years of Christian theology?

-- You were also quoted in the Fauquier Democrat stating you were caught by surprise by the intrusive nature of the mandatory ultrasound you voted for â&#x20AC;&#x201C; that you thought it meant â&#x20AC;&#x153;jelly bellyâ&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x201C; could you explain that comment & are you predisposed to vote in support of things you donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t fully understand?

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Colin Harris been unclear before, let me be precise now: My objective was to expand the rights of women by providing legal recourse to a mother if her child is killed by a wrongful act.

Picture a mother who is 7 months pregnant. She and her husband have already put together the nursery where their daughter would go. They are coming home after a dinner one evening and they are hit by a drunken driver. The baby is killed but the mother lives. Shouldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t that mother be entitled to legal recourse?

As this idea moved forward in the legislature, the bill was interpreted in differing manners. Because of these differing interpretations, mutually agreeable language was sought for clarity; however, the Senate did not settle on the final language and effectively defeated the bill.

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HARRIS Specific to his candidacy, we asked Harris about his youth and inexperience in the political sphere â&#x20AC;&#x201C; this is the 22-year-oldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s first run for political office. After pointing out that Webert wasnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t exactly crushing him in the areas of political experience (year-anda-half ) or age (11 years), he continued: HARRIS: â&#x20AC;&#x153;Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve been doing this a while and Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve been involved in politics my entire adult life, as short as that might be. And what Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve come to realize is that itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s not about how old you are and itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s not about the positions that youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve held before. Because if you look at whatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s happening in Richmond and in Washington, gray hair and maturity donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t necessarily go together.

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Virginia’s 29th District House of Delegates Two newcomers: Independent Larry Yates and Republican Mark Berg

By Roger Bianchini Warren County Report Independent Larry Lamar Yates and Republican newcomer Mark Berg, a Clarke County-based retired physician who defeated longtime Republican incumbent Beverley Sherwood in the Party primary, are battling for first-time electoral seats. In the wake of the most-recent political gerrymandering, err, redistricting, the 29th District now encompasses northern portions of Warren County.

In the Warren County Chamber of Commerce-sponsored Candidate’s Forum of Oct. 3, both candidates summarized their philosophies of government and stances on specific issues. The differences were stark.

Berg, who was among Republican primary challengers railing against Gov. McDonnell’s Transportation Bill and any consequent taxes to improve Virginia’s road system, aggressively aligned himself with the neo-conservative agenda of the emerging extremist wing among Republicans. In response to a direct question about partisanship versus compromise in the political sphere, Berg supported adherence to true belief or personal ideology above political compromise to keep government functional.

In contrast, Yates stressed his 30year background in public service, most often with non-profits, and his run as an independent candidate.

Yates said that professional experience and independent run would keep him from being beholding to any partisan or extremist agenda forwarded by a political party or extremist group. He was critical of the government shutdown and the apparent inability of Capitol Hill politicians to work together for the general good of the nation and the common good of the American people.

We detail some of Berg’s forum stances here because he was the one candidate we got absolutely no response from regarding our follow-up questions. Berg and his campaign did not respond to the questions submitted to his campaign e-mail, nor to follow up inquiries.

So, in summary Berg stressed limited federal authority, including reduced, if any, authority to regulate the

business and corporate marketplace; elimination of Affordable Care Act health care reform, allowing the marketplace alone to determine medical and health insurance costs and affordability.

He also supported the decision of the Republican Administration of Gov. Bob McDonnell and Attorney General Ken Cuccinelli to opt Virginia out of Medicaid Expansion. Medicaid Expansion would extend financial help to an estimated 400,000 adult Virginians ages 19-64 living near the poverty level under specific criteria, so they too could have affordable access to health care from the private sector, including regular doctor’s visits and preventative care.

Berg also responded to a candidate forum question about balancing the 2nd Amendment right to bear arms, with the Declaration of Independence guarantee to all U.S. citizens of “life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness” by stating his unconditional support of the right to bear arms without background checks or restrictions of any kind. States must lead the fight to maintain that right against any federal attempt to institute checks or restrictions on gun ownership, Berg said.

LARRY YATES, INDEPENDENT, 29th DISTRICT

Q – What is the role of partisanship in government & how should partisan ideology be weighed in making legislative decisions?

YATES: As an Independent candidate, I have no partisan obligations. However, I recognize that party organizations play a huge part in our electoral system, and most elected officials have made commitments of some kind to their parties in return for benefits like having a party designation on the ballot.

As long as partisan obligations do not override an elected official’s conscience and principles, and do not interfere with her or his sworn duties, I am comfortable with them – as long as the official remembers they work for the people, not the party.

Q – What is your opinion on the current (at the time) partisan impasse at the federal level that has shut down essential functions of the federal government and putting an estimated 800,000 employees out of work or working without pay?

YATES: I am deeply disturbed by the shutdown, which has had a substantial negative impact on the 29th District.

The decision to force a shutdown in an attempt to change legislation passed more than three years ago, and found constitutional by the Supreme Court, is irresponsible. The Affordable Care Act, as a major piece of legislation, is bound to have many flaws. As with any other major piece of legislation, its flaws can be corrected over time as

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economic imperative to fix our health insurance system, which is dragging down our economy and leaving millions vulnerable, these difficulties appear to be justifiable. Of course it is important to fix flaws as soon as possible. The more partisan the discussion of the Affordable Care Act becomes, the harder it will be to agree on any of its flaws and fix them.

Q – Do you support or disagree with Virginia’s decision not to opt in to Medicaid Expansion & why?? – and wouldn’t cost increases cited for opting out be neutralized by added emphasis on encouraging regular MD visits & preventative care?

YATES: I disagree with this decision to not opt in. This decision rejects funding that Virginia could receive from the federal government right now, and that other states are receiving. It leaves 400,000 Virginians that could get Medicaid right now at risk of bankruptcy and serious health consequences. It leaves our hospitals, including Valley Health, under a huge burden of charity care. And it costs taxpayers and the insured the excess spent by uninsured people who are losing work time, going to the emergency room, and/or suffering longterm health problems that could have

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Yates quickly responded by sending us his Warren County Candidates Forum draft opening and closing statements, which we will quote from as space permits. Here are his responses to our questions: Q – What is your philosophy of government and how does that determine your role in representing the municipalities & people in your district?

YATES: My philosophy of government is that, as much as possible, the people directly affected by a government decision should participate in making that decision. I will seek out the opinions of municipalities, businesses, nonprofits, congregations, and individuals who are concerned about particular issues, and will be open to opinions from everyone. If elected, I plan to establish a volunteer Advisory Council that will help me to do this.

they become clear.

If the shutdown is political theater to highlight flaws in the Affordable Care Act, its impact is way out of proportion to the lesson to be learned.

If the shutdown effort is part of a plan to bring about massive change in this country, there should be nationally credible leadership in place with a strategy for what comes next if the country is thrown into chaos. When there was a real revolution in this nation, Jefferson wrote a document that justified the revolutionaries’ action to the world, and laid out principles for next steps. Today, instead, we have a series of talking heads trying to outanti-Obama each other, with no way to tell whether Ted Cruz, John Boehner, Eric Cantor, or Ted Nugent is setting the agenda of the insurgency.

Q – Do you have an opinion on the Constitutionality of the Affordable Care Act & can you please support that opinion?

YATES: The Supreme Court has affirmed its constitutionality.

Personally, I see nothing in the Affordable Care Act that deprives any citizen of any inalienable rights. The difficulties that some people may have with it appear to be similar to the burdens in any taxation or regulation program.

Given that we have a huge national

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What does that say to you & is such an outcome a good or bad thing?

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Like any law, the Affordable Care Act creates tools which individuals, businesses, and decision-makers must learn how to use. At some point, how well the tools work depends on how well we use them.

From Larry Yates WC Forum Opening Statement draft: Warren County is only a small part of each of three Delegate districts. But for me, Warren County is no afterthought. When I decided to run for the 29th District seat, I called friends in Warren County; I gathered signatures in Front Royal to get on the ballot. I organized a 2009 forum on health care at the Samuels Library â&#x20AC;&#x201C; one of the first that was civil and peaceful. I have proudly worked with Rev. James Kilby to commemorate Warren County civil rights history â&#x20AC;Ś I am ready to provide excellent constituent service â&#x20AC;Ś As part of that, I plan to have an office location in Front Royal â&#x20AC;Ś I am a former constituent of Senator Obenshain and Delegate Gilbert who has seen them in action in Richmond; I know we can work together when Warren County needs us to, along with whoever the 18th District elects.

I donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t just talk about the Bill of Rights. I have used it, and helped others use it, all my life to help obtain life, liberty and happiness for this generation as well as those to come.

As your Delegate I will work on practical benefits for the 29th District â&#x20AC;&#x201C; benefits like cleaner water for the Canoe Capital of the World, education that respects students and teach-

ers more than tests, more ethical government in our Commonwealth, and respect for our local community decisions from Richmond.

I ask for your vote on November 5 so that I can use my skills and experience for you.

Larry Yates Forum Closing Statement draft: I want to talk to you as practical people. You know the local assets that strengthen the businesses in our region â&#x20AC;&#x201C; your businesses. Assets like our scenic and historic environment, our strategic transportation position, an educated work force, the Inland Port, and our national and state parks.

If I am elected, I will work to keep and improve all of those assets.

I will do my part for consistent and fair regulations and taxes â&#x20AC;Ś As your Delegate, I will support you and your efforts to efficiently make an honest dollar in a complicated world, here in our community. I will listen â&#x20AC;Ś MARK BERG, REPUBLICAN, 29TH UNANSWERED QUESTIONS:

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2/ ALSO, the 2nd Amendment of the U.S. Constitution references the right to bear arms to the necessity of maintaining â&#x20AC;&#x153;a well-regulated militiaâ&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x201C; which according to historians was designed as an alternative to maintaining a large, standing army. That is ob-

viously not the case today. We do have a large standing military, eliminating the necessity of armed citizen militias for national defense. So, as a self-proclaimed â&#x20AC;&#x153;Strict Constitutionalistâ&#x20AC;? how do you justify a 2nd Amendment interpretation emphasizing guns rights devoid of any militia or national defense membership, over all other citizen rights?  As I recall your comments on the federal government shutdown and the role of partisanship in government, you said something to the effect of â&#x20AC;&#x153;true beliefsâ&#x20AC;? supersede the advisability of compromise in the conduct of government, even to the extent, as in the situation of maintaining a funded and functioning federal government.

1/ Do you stand by those comments, and if so, doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t that make government a slave to any extremist ideology that is fanatically held by any group, say Nazis, Communists or the Tea Party/Libertarian wing of the Republican Party? â&#x20AC;&#x201C; rogerb@warrencountyreport.com

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in Richmond have put partisanship over progress. We need leaders that will reach across the aisle and focus on getting things done, not calculate the risks of angering their base or hurting the opposition. When weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re legislators weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re supposed to do the business of the people, not the business of the party.â&#x20AC;?

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â&#x20AC;&#x153;The Federal Government will pay 100% of newly eligible Medicaid beneficiaries until 2016, then 90% going forward. We are leaving money on the table; these funds will go to other statesâ&#x20AC;Śwhile we are left with hundreds of thousands of people without any kind of health insurance.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Colin Harris in support of expanded Medicaid 18th DISTRICT, from 18 people and businesses are suffering because of partisan political gamesmanship.â&#x20AC;?

Q â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Do you have an opinion on the Constitutionality of the Affordable

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HARRIS: â&#x20AC;&#x153;The ACA (Affordable Care Act) has been upheld by the Supreme Court, and thus is the law of the land.

It is now the job of the states to find a modus vivendi that provides the best outcomes for their citizens.â&#x20AC;?

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Not only is that terrible from a humanitarian standpoint, but from also from an economic standpoint of having a healthy workforce.â&#x20AC;?

Q â&#x20AC;&#x201C; I have heard early reports in some states that have aggressively pursued implementation of ACA that indicate private sector health insurance rates decreasing from 30 to 50 percent.

What does that say to you & is such an outcome a good or bad thing?

HARRIS: Lower healthcare costs are proof that the ACA and the free market work. Â This country has suffered the highest healthcare costs in the developed world, and the ACA provides a free market remedy to that situation.

We then asked Harris about specific votes taken by his opponent in his first term â&#x20AC;&#x201C; first, about Webertâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s vote for â&#x20AC;&#x153;Personhoodâ&#x20AC;? at the moment of conception; then in favor of state-mandate body-penetrating ultrasounds prior to getting an abortion: HARRIS: â&#x20AC;&#x153;Whether youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re pro life or pro choice, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s clear Michael Webert has gone too far. Mr. Webert voted for a bill which could force police to investigate women who have had a miscarriage. In 2012, Webert voted for HB 1 (personhood), which the American Congress of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) says could lead to prosecutions of women who experience pregnancy loss/miscarriage. The ACOG also says that Webertâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s misguided bill could also have the effect of banning many common forms of birth control. (ACOG statement on Personhood Feb. 10, 2012) â&#x20AC;&#x153;Mr. Webert has shown a dangerous pattern of voting. His votes have real consequences. Webert also voted to force victims of rape to undergo an invasive, medically unnecessary, transvaginal ultrasound procedure, regardless of what the doctor recommends, before being able to end a pregnancy that was the result of rape.

(HB462 and SB484, 2012) â&#x20AC;&#x153;Mr. Webert was interviewed by the Fauquier Times in 2012 about his vote for the transvaginal ultrasound, he stated, â&#x20AC;&#x153;I thought it meant jelly on the bellyâ&#x20AC;? (pg. A2-Fauquier Times Democrat, July 11, 2012). But he also voted against an amendment which would have removed the â&#x20AC;&#x153;transvaginalâ&#x20AC;? part of the â&#x20AC;&#x153;transvaginalâ&#x20AC;? ultrasound. (HB462, Englin Amendment).â&#x20AC;?

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Warren County Commissioner of the Revenue Incumbent Sours and McCool spar over detail â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Boyles healing from surgery

Two out of three ainâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t bad â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Mike McCool and Sherry Sours face off at candidates forum.

By Roger Bianchini Warren County Report Letâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s see, I think we can summarize the Warren County Candidates Forum debate between Warren County Commissioner of the Revenue candidates Sherry Sours and Mike McCool down to the old musical refrain â&#x20AC;&#x153;Anything you can do, I can do betterâ&#x20AC;?.

And that line being from the song â&#x20AC;&#x153;High Hopesâ&#x20AC;? it seems pretty appropriate in an electoral race for a Constitutional Office responsible for recording the countyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s sources of taxable income and overseeing the billing and collec-

tion of that revenue fundamental to the operations of county government.

Independent challenger Roy Boyles was absent, still hospitalized recovering from surgery. Daniel Pond III read an opening statement for Boyles, who works as an assessor in the Commissioner of the Revenue Office under Sours current leadership. Boyles also is the Warren County School Board Chairman, also now serving at the state School Board level.

So, in Boylesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; absence it was left to incumbent Sours, appointed after the death of long-time â&#x20AC;&#x153;Commishâ&#x20AC;? John Smedley last year, and Republican

nominee and National Media Services owner Mike McCool to respond to questions.

In stating her case, Sours pointed to her 34 years of service in the Revenue Office, the last nine as Smedleyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s chief deputy prior to being sworn in on Sept. 4, 2012, to serve as commissioner.

Sours pointed to her efforts to continue the smooth functioning of the office and its duties, conducted under strict state legal guidelines.

As the lone candidate totally an outsider to the department, McCool said he would endeavor to improve services, upgrade technologies, assure positive employee attitudes and generally try to improve customer service.

Sours essentially said â&#x20AC;&#x153;if it ainâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t broke donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t fix it.â&#x20AC;? She elaborated that technical updates to computer systems and services were under way and that she felt her employeesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; attitudes were already positive and services provided in a timely and competent manner. However as with computer system upgrades underway, she did not rule out refining services and improvements as the law and department funding allowed.

Forum back and forth In her candidates forum opening statement, Sours noted she was seeking to become the countyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s first elected, female Revenue Commissioner.

McCool pointed to his business background and said marketing was a strong suit he would bring to the office.

Perhaps wary of rural Virginia communities reputations for provincialism, McCool noted that after being located to the area during military service, he had chosen to make the Warren County his home.

Speaking for Boyles, Pond said the candidate would serve with integrity, though he fell short of claiming either of the other candidates would not. And like McCool, Pond said Boyles would update the officeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s online system and adjust requirements for qualifying for tax credits for the elderly.

Sours responded to online improvement comments from her opponents by noting that software to improve those services was already being put in place and would be brought online in

phases as it was ready. She also said the office was already looking into expanding the criteria to award tax credits for the elderly.

The candidates present were asked what they would do to both establish new, and maintain old business in the county.

Sours noted that the role of the office was to correctly identify and asses the countyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s revenue-producing properties, including commercial. She pointed out that business recruitment was the province of other departments like the EDA and elected bodies in a position to set tax rates and other means of making the community business friendly.

Her officeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s job was to see the correct amount of revenue by law was collected by the county.

McCool agreed it wasnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t the role of the office to recruit business, but claimed that the office could set a tone that could run businesses out of the community.

The candidates were asked if there were untapped revenue sources in the

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By Roger Bianchini Warren County Report Todd Gilbert did not appear â&#x20AC;&#x201C; weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re pretty sure we would have spotted 6foot-and-a-lot delegate if heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d been there â&#x20AC;&#x201C; nor was he represented at the Oct. 3 Chamber of Commerce-sponsored Candidates Forum.

But then after one term with his 15th District expanded into western portions of Warren County and his long-time employment here, first as an assistant commonwealthâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s attorney in Brian Maddenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s office, and currently as an attorney in the Front Royal law firm of Pond-Athey-Pond, he is fairly well known, as are his conservative politics.

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The south end of Main Street is now populated with new businesses that support each other. One of Stonewallâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s regular customers owns Exquisite Tattoo. Paula has all of her electrical work done by L & D Electronics next door. Newtown Pawn moved up the street next to the Flower Center. Trenumâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Repair Shop is across the street.

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Over one hundred years later, chairs return “home”

By Sue Golden The Grim family owned their farm in Kernstown for over one hundred years. The beautiful brick home sheltered the Grims for three generations, starting in 1890. Sometime around 1910, Etha Grim bought an elegant suite of chairs and a settee.

The chairs were in the home for decades. After her death her son, C. Hardy Grim, sold the chairs to his

neighbor W.W. Lupton.

The chairs stayed in the Lupton family for several more decades. Following the death of Mr. Lupton, his family sold the chairs to Raymond and Patricia Conner of Stephens City. The Conners, in turn, enjoyed the beautiful chairs for thirty years.

Recently, the Conners decided they needed to redesign the use of their home. Unfortunately, the chairs could no longer be utilized. Recog-

nizing the importance of the chairs, the Conners contacted the descendants of W.W. Lupton to see if they wanted the chairs back. They did not, but they told the Conners that the chairs originally came from the Grim farm. The farm is now owned by the Kernstown Battlefield Association and the Grim home is a museum.

After a telephone call with the President of the KBA, Gary Crawford, the chairs and settee returned to their original home.

The chairs were reupholstered once, but are in good shape. The Victorian chairs have stood the test of time and are now being appreciated by visitors to the working farm.

Linda Millman is the niece of C. Hardy Grim. She and her husband, Harry, remember Mr. Grim as a personable, honest man who had a good head for business and farming.

His father died when he was ten. Mr. Grim graduated from Handley High School and at the age of seventeen secured a loan to replant the farm.

When Linda was young, Mr. Grimm called Linda “half pint.” She called him “two quarts.”

Mr. Crawford says that the KBA is extremely pleased to have these pieces of the Grim history returned to the farm. The furniture helps to

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Donna Elizabeth Hicks The Warren County Va. Circuit Court Grand Jury charges that: on or about August 12, 2013, in the County of Warren, Donna Elizabeth Hicks, 36, of 847 Wakeman Mill Rd., Front Royal, VA 22630, did unlawfully and feloniously, willfully conceal or take possession of with the intent to steal, goods or merchandise having a value of less than $200.00, belonging to Kmart and having previously been convicted of larceny or an offense deemed as larceny two or more times.

3442 Shenandoah Shores Dr., Front Royal, VA 22630, did unlawfully and feloniously drive or operate a motor vehicle while under the influence of alcohol or any other self-administered intoxicant or drug, such offense being a third offense and having been committed within five years of two offenses.

The Warren County Va. Circuit Court Grand Jury charges that: on or about August 30, 2012, in the County of Warren, Suzzanne Lea King, 29, of 29 Barnett Dr., Front Royal, VA 22630, having the custody of L.B., did feloniously, willfully or negligently cause or permit the life of such child to be endangered, or to willfully or negligently cause or permit such child to be placed in a situation where its life, health or morals may be endangered.

David Scott Bolden The Warren County Va. Circuit Court Grand Jury charges, David Scott Bolden, 51, of 598 Youngs Dr., Front Royal, VA 22630, in the County of Warren, with: COUNT ONE: David Scott Bolden did unlawfully point, hold or brandish any firearm or object similar in appearance to a firearm, in such manner as to reasonably induce fear in the mind of

Warren Anthony Price The Warren County Va. Circuit Court Grand Jury charges that: on or about July 6, 2013, in the County of Warren, Warren Anthony Price, 26, of

Indictments Anthony Massullo. COUNT TWO: David Scott Bolden did unlawfully and feloniously cause bodily injury to Anthony Massullo, with the intent to maim, disfigure, disable or kill.

Daron Allen Bradley The Warren County Va. Circuit Court Grand Jury charges Daron Allen Bradley, 19, of 601 Massanutten Ave., Front Royal, VA 22630, with: COUNT ONE: in the County of Warren, Daron Allen Bradley did unlawfully and feloniously possess a Schedule I controlled substance, towit: Heroin. COUNT TWO: Daron Allen Bradley did unlawfully drive or operate a motor vehicle while under the influence of any narcotic drug or any other self-administered intoxicant or drug of whatsoever nature, or any combination of such drugs, to a degree which impaired his ability to drive or operate his motor vehicle safely. COUNT THREE: Daron Allen Bradley did unlawfully drive a motor vehicle on a highway while his

driver’s license or privilege to drive a motor vehicle has been suspended or revoked, this being a third offense within ten years. COUNT FOUR: Daron Allen Bradley, having been arrested for driving under the influence of any narcotic drug or any other self-administered intoxicant or drug, or a similar ordinance of any county, city or town, did unreasonably refuse to permit a sample of blood or breath to be taken to determine the alcohol content of the blood. Date of the offenses was June 24, 2013.

Gregory Mendez Roberts The Warren County Va. Circuit Court Grand Jury charges that: on or about June 12, 2012, in the County of Warren, Gregory Mendez Roberts, 36, of 137 Beeden Lane, Front Royal, VA 22630, did unlawfully and feloniously distribute a Schedule II controlled substance, to-wit: Cocaine.

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Indictments INDICTMENTS, from 25 Jessica Robin Long The Warren County Va. Circuit Court Grand Jury charges that: on or about May 9, 2013, in the County of Warren, Jessica Robin Long, 22, of 1354 Forest Hill Dr., Front Royal, VA 22630, did unlawfully and feloniously possess a Schedule I controlled substance, to-wit: Heroin.

Christopher Troy Berry The Warren County Va. Circuit Court Grand Jury charges that: on or about April 29, 2013, in the County of Warren, Christopher Troy Berry, 18, of 43 Bentonville Rd., Bentonville, VA 22610, did unlawfully and feloniously possess with the intent to distribute, a Schedule I controlled substance, to-wit: Heroin.

Deborah Lucille Burks The Warren County Va. Circuit Court Grand Jury charges that: on or about July 1, 2013, in the County of Warren, Deborah Lucille Burks, 41, of 215 Washington Ave., Front Royal, VA 22630, did unlawfully and feloniously attempt to take, steal and carry away the property of Thomas Wayne Corker, to wit: a motor vehicle, with a value of $200.00 or more.

David Matthew Weitz The Warren County Va. Circuit Court Grand Jury charges David Matthew Weitz, 28, of 25 Shenandoah Commons Way, Front Royal, VA 22630, with five counts of knowingly and feloniously possessing sexually visual material which utilizes or has as a subject, a child of less than eighteen years of age. Date of the offenses was May 20, 2013.

Rodolpho Ibarra-Banuelos The Warren County Va. Circuit Court Grand Jury charges that: on or about July 14, 2012, in the County of Warren, Rodolpho Ibarra-Banuelos, 52, of 13869, Lord Fairfax Hwy.,

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Rickey Rae Minor The Warren County Va. Circuit Court Grand Jury charges Rickey Rae Minor, 37, of 121 E. 14th St., Front Royal, VA 22630, with: COUNT ONE: In the County of Warren, Rickey Rae Minor did unlawfully and feloniously assault and batter Cicely Robinson, a family or household member, having been previously convicted of assault and battery against a family or household member within twenty years of this third or subsequent offense, and that each such assault and battery occurred on different dates.

COUNT TWO: Rickey Rae Minor did unlawfully and feloniously cause bodily injury to Lauren Roberts, with the intent to maim, disable, disfigure or kill said Lauren Roberts. COUNT THREE: Rickey Rae Minor did unlawfully assault and batter Helen King. Date of the offenses was July 28, 2013.

James Christopher Hicks The Warren County Va. Circuit Court Grand Jury charges James Christopher Hicks, 28, 724Warren Ave., Front Royal, VA 22630, with: COUNT ONE: In the County of Warren, James Christopher Hicks did unlawfully and feloniously, take, steal and carry away the goods and chattels belonging to ABC store #142, having a value of less than $200.00.

COUNT TWO: James Christopher Hicks did unlawfully and feloniously, with the intention of converting goods or merchandise to his own use without having paid the full price thereof, willfully conceal the goods or merchandise of Martin’s, having previously been convicted of larceny or an offense deemed as larceny two

or more times. Dates of the offenses were on or about July 29 and August 19, 2013, Bruce Garrett Pilgrim The Warren County Va. Circuit Court Grand Jury charges that: on or about May 5, 2013, in the County of Warren, Bruce Garrett Pilgrim, 20, of 118 Silas Lane, Front Royal, VA 22630, did unlawfully and feloniously possess with the intent to distribute, a Schedule I controlled substance, to-wit: Heroin.

Anthony Scott Seal The Warren County Va. Circuit Court Grand Jury charges Anthony Scott Seal, 25, of 1198 Estepp Rd., Front Royal, VA 22630, with two counts. COUNT ONE: In the County of Warren, Anthony Scott Seal, did unlawfully and feloniously assault and batter Amanda Riley, a family or household member, having been previously convicted of assault and battery against a family or household member within twenty years of this second or subsequent offense, and that each such assault and battery occurred on different dates. COUNT TWO: In the County of Warren, Anthony Scott Seal did unlawfully and feloniously impede the blood circulation or respiration of Amanda Riley, without such person’s consent, by knowingly, intentionally, and unlawfully applying pressure to the neck of such person, resulting in bodily injury. Date of the offenses was August 2, 2013.

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Gail Marie Henry The Warren County Va. Circuit Court Grand Jury charges that: COUNT ONE: On or about September 15, 2011, Gail Marie Henry, 51, of 37 Cloud St., Front Royal, VA 22630 in

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Davonte Laquan Starks The Warren County Va. Circuit Court Grand Jury charges Davonte Laquan Starks, 22, of 356 Loop Rd., Front Royal, VA 22630,with five counts of unlawful and felonious possession with the intent to distribute a Schedule I controlled substance, to-wit: Heroin. Dates of the offenses were May 28 through May 31. The Warren County Va. Circuit Court Grand Jury charges Davonte Laquan Starks, with two further counts. COUNT See INDICTMENTS, 35

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Former employee charged in Front Royal Frederick County Events Subway break-in

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The locked door of the local Subway Restaurant didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t deter a Front Royal man from entering the business during the early morning hours of Monday, October 14, 2013. In an Oct. 15 press release, Front Royal Police Chief Norman Shiflett reported that at approximately 2:50 a.m. the previous morning an employee arrived at the Subway, located at 530 North Royal Ave. at the intersection of North Royal Avenue and Sixth Street to start making bread. Upon entering the premises the employee noticed a side door had been broken into.

That employee immediately flagged down Warren County Sheriff â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Office Deputies that were in the area â&#x20AC;&#x201C; (dare we guess across the street at the 7/11?). The deputies cleared the building and secured the scene pending the arrival of town police officers. The Criminal Investigations Division was called to the scene to assist Patrol Division officers in the investigation. It was discovered that a cash box containing an undisclosed

amount of money and gift cards had been taken from the store.

While processing the crime scene a former employee, Randall Scott Hillriegel, Jr., 27, became a suspect in the B&E and robbery. Officers located Hillriegel nearby and interviewed him about the burglary. Hillriegel initially denied involvement in the incident and was released.

However, later that morning Hillriegel was interviewed a second time and confessed to breaking into his former place of employment.

With the screws being tightened â&#x20AC;&#x201C; figuratively of course â&#x20AC;&#x201C; on his morning activities, Hillriegel also confessed to breaking the window at the B&L Kustard stand located on the same lot as Subway, where a window was broken, but entry was not made.

Hillriegel was transported to the Warren County Jail where Detective Kevin Nicewarner charged him with Felony Breaking & Entering of Subway, Felony Grand Larceny and a Misdemeanor Destruction of Property. Hillriegel remains held on a $5,000 secured bond.

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The Apple House just off the I-66 exit 13 on John Marshall Highway in Linden, has been a place where for 50 years the McIntyre family has said hello and goodbye to visitors traveling through Front Royal.

On May 18 of this year, to celebrate that anniversary, they opened The

Apple House Deli as an off shoot of the original business at 401 East Main St., especially for local folks.

“The town people always wanted us to be here, and it’s fun to come here and see people we know because at the Apple House, it’s always new people. Locals come in for lunch mostly, and it’s nice to see them in here to support us,” said Managing Owner and Catering Coordinator Katie Tewell, who is also the daugh-

ter of Apple House owners George and Karen McIntyre and co-owner of the Deli with Karen.

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APPLE HOUSE, from 28 studio and gallery of artist Patricia Windrow and her murals still grace the walls, as well as decorations and trophies that George likes to place there.

Regular diners come in every day looking for the delectable soups, sandwiches and desserts at a reasonable price, but the recent 16-day $24 billion federal government shutdown took a toll on the businesses.

“Both of our places were about 10 to 15 percent down from normal,” said Katie.

They hope to make it up since Shenandoah National Park and Skyline Drive have opened, tourists are coming for the beauty of the Autumn leaves again, and local people find their way downtown. Business has been consistent with a ratio of about 85 per cent locals and 15 percent tourists visiting the restaurant and things have improved since the shutdown ended, Katie observed.

“Most tourists go straight through.

It’s not a problem for the Apple House, though,” Katie said, referencing the fact that visitors to Front Royal on the way to Skyline Drive don’t often find their way downtown.

But the Deli is fast becoming known by Front Royal fans for sandwiches like Reubens and Clubs made with fresh ingredients. A huge favorite is the “John Marshall”, made with grilled chicken breast, bacon, avocado, Havarti cheese and Ranch dressing.

“Allen’s Salad” is a favorite also. It features baby greens topped with blue cheese crumbles, craisins, pecans, and fresh sliced apples with an Apple Cider Vinaigrette. Adding grilled chicken is an option.

“Everyone loved this salad so much they were coming in the next day

Seasonal chicken salad sandwich—Courtesy photo Apple House Deli Staff: back row: L-R-- Jackie Freeman, kitchen manager, Katie Tewell, Taylor Walton, Front row: Maria Hickerson, George McIntyre begging for it again!” was a comment on the Deli’s website.

Katie’s Cornbread Salad is another specialty that Katie calls “addictive”.

It’s perfect for vegetarians, but omnivores love it too.

This one is layered with chopped romaine hearts, black beans, corn, diced tomatoes, shredded cheese, sweet cornbread, green onions and buttermilk ranch dressing. Vegans can ask to hold the cheese and buttermilk dressing.

“We’ll do anything to accommodate special diets,” Katie said.

Her mom bakes every week, with mostly seasonal ingredients. Right now she’s making cakes; pumpkin, apple and Black Russian-and cookies.

The McIntyre’s have a long history of not only serving good food but being servants of the community as well, so when asked about their business philosophy, Katie said, “Giving back to the community is humon-

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She added that their employees are very important, as well, “like family”. Staff at the Deli includes Kitchen Manager Jackie Freeman, and Kitchen Associates Taylor Walton and Maria Hickerson.

Katie expanded on the subject of how much she loves her chosen occupation.

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In closing, McCool said he would stress fair and equal treatment of the countyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s taxpayers, as well as easily accessible methods of payment.

In her closing, Sours addressed claims her old boss would have supported someone else. She pointed to her nine years as John Smedleyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s chief deputy. She called Smedley â&#x20AC;&#x153;a powerful politicianâ&#x20AC;? and department head who

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Coaching for coaches in Warren County As part of a targeted effort to provide the most positive environment possible for its youth athletes, Warren County Parks and Recreation Department is sponsoring a coaches workshop in conjunction with Positive Coaching Alliance (PCA) on November 4, 2013. PCA, a Stanford University-based non-profit organization, works with coaches, organizational leaders and parents to teach young athletes not only how to win, but

also how to learn about teamwork, discipline, respect and goal-setting through their sports experience.

The two-hour session, to be given at Warren County Community Center, provides coaches with tools they can use to become Double-Goal Coaches® (coaches who want to both win and develop the character of their players).

“The importance of a ‘team-first’ attitude figures heavily in this workshop, as do messages such as fostering internal motivation and forming a partnership with players,” says Robin A. Richardson, Deputy Director. “It’s

a comprehensive session, and coaches will learn tips they can implement in their very next practice,” she adds.

“Working with hundreds of youth sports organizations around the United States, we’ve developed practical tools and guidelines to help youth athletes, their coaches and parents realize that winning is not only reflected in game scores but also in the effort players give, the learning and improvement they achieve, and the ability they develop to bounce back from mistakes,” said Jim Thompson, founder and director of Positive Coaching Alliance. “We’re excited that Warren County Parks and Recreation Department recognizes the tremendous potential sports participation offers for today’s youth and is working to realize that potential by emphasizing a positive club culture for their players, coaches, and parents.”

The workshop will be given Monday, November 4, 2013 at 6pm at the Warren County Community Center, 538 Villa Ave, Front Royal, VA 22630. All Warren County Parks and Recreation Department coaches are invited. The County of Warren is sponsoring the workshop, so admission is free. For additional information, please contact Warren County Parks and Recreation Department (540) 635-1021.

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Dear Stewart: Are the cotton-candy looking webs seen in many trees and shrubs from Spring to Fall caused by the same bug and how dangerous are they?

Margaret Dear Margaret:

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At this time of year and even late summer you are seeing nests of Fall Webworms, the caterpillar of a small white commonplace moth. They build their silky webs on the outer tips of the branches of nearly all trees except conifers (I.e. pines, etc.).

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The work of Eastern Tent Caterpillars is a common sight in Spring. They weave their webs in the crotches of tree branches, I.e. small fruit producing trees. The webs appear to have layers because as the Tent Caterpillars grow so must their tents. Because Tent Caterpillars venture out from their nests to consume the fresh new growth of leaves, their damage can be serious. Such rigorous leaf loss stress can kill trees, therefore early detection is important. However, a young tree could lose all its leaves but would grow a second batch if not struggling from other problems. This tree might not reach its maximum growth for the year.

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Please consider one of the following: 1. Live with the problem. Due to the time of year and the many natural enemies of Fall Webworms this is a viable solution. Possibly, this is not the best answer for Tent Caterpillars if the infestation is quite severe.

2. Prune out the webs. The nests created by both Webworms and Tent Caterpillars can be removed by pruning the affected areas or simply scraping out the tents with a stick.

Then destroy the webs and worms.

3. Chemical control is possible. If this type of treatment cannot be avoided, it should be applied at the first appearance of the webs.

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Tails & Ales fundraiser for the animals Join the Humane Society of Warren County Saturday November 9th at our 2nd annual Tails and Ales cash party and silent auction.

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Tails and Ales will be held at the Front Royal Elks Lodge. Doors will open at 5:30 p.m. and dinner starts at 6 p.m. Only 250 tickets will be sold and you must be present to win.

Try out your luck and help the animals in our community at this fun and casual event.

Tickets can be purchased in person at the Humane Society of Warren County or over the phone by calling (540) 635-4734 ext 221.

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Local news Antiques and Crafts Weekend Belle Grove Plantation will host Antiques Appraisal Fair & Traditional Crafts Weekend on Saturday and Sunday, November 2 & 3. Activities will take place from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Admission is $10 per person and $5 for children, Belle Grove Members, and National Trust Members.

The Antiques Appraisal Fair is Belle Grove’s own version of PBS’s “Antiques Road Show.” Guests are encouraged to bring their treasures for verbal appraisals by Sandra Perry and Will Paulson, each certified professional appraisers specializing in furniture, paintings, books, documents, jewelry, silver, pottery, glass, Shenandoah Valley and Civil War artifacts, and collectibles of all kinds.

Appraisals are $10 per item or three items for $25, in addition to site admission.

This year, Belle Grove is pleased to welcome esteemed collectors of 18th and 19th Century Virginia Longrifles who will have their collections on display throughout the Manor House.

Visitors will have the opportunity to see one of the largest assembled groups of these rare and awe-inspiring pieces of Shenandoah Valley history and to discuss them with their owners. Former master gunsmith at Colonial Williamsburg, Wallace Gusler will be one of the experts on hand for this special exhibit.

During the weekend, other Valley traditions will be highlighted on Belle Grove’s grounds by the Shenandoah Long Rifles who will interpret 18th century frontier life and skills such as primitive archery, tomahawk, and knife-throwing. George Anderton of the Blacksmiths’ Guild of the Potomac will conduct demonstrations in Belle Grove’s Blacksmith Shop. The Old Time Apple Growers Association will celebrate the fall

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with traditional apple cider pressing. On Sunday, Clyde Jenkins will exhibit the craft of split, white oak basket making and will have baskets for sale. Also on Sunday, the Clarke County Historical Society will have flour from the Burwell Morgan Mill for sale. Visit http://www.bellegrove. org/ or call (540) 869-2028 for more information.

Suspects sought in violent B&E on Ace Court On Oct. 17, 2013 at 11:25 pm the Warren County Sheriff ’s Office received a call for breaking and entering at 58 Ace Court. Upon arrival the deputy made contact with a 20 year old male who lives at the residence.

The victim was bleeding from several cuts he received on his head. The victim advised that two males broke into his residence through a basement door and assaulted him with what he thought was a tire iron.

The male are described as a white male wearing sweater and blue jeans and is about 5’ 11” tall. Second suspect is described as a Hispanic male with a stocky build and stands 5’ 6” tall, wearing a black jacket and blue jeans. The male from the residence was transported to the ER and he received several staples to his head from the assault that occurred. The victim was released and taken back to his residence. The case appears to be an isolated incident and the investigation is ongoing. Anyone with any information is asked to contact Investigator William Smoot at 540635-7100.

LFCC Forensic Team Award Winners The LFCC Forensic Team performed well at the Morgan State University Speech/Drama/Debate Tournament

in Baltimore, MD on October 19-20, 2013. The team received 4th place in the overall sweepstakes and the following students were recognized for their individual efforts: Ron Anderson – 3rd place, Persuasive Speaking (Bluemont, VA) Bekah Pennington – 6th place, Duo Interpretation (Front Royal, VA)

John Riggs – 6th place, Extemporaneous Speaking (Luray, VA) Kelsey Owens – 2nd place, Persuasive Speaking; 5th place, Single Dramatic Interpretation; 6th place, Duo Interpretation (Clearbrook, VA) Briana Hudnall – 1st place, Duo Interpretation (Stephens City, VA) Angelica Ruscio – 1st place, Duo In-

terpretation (Stephens City, VA) Lydia Hisey – 3rd place, Single Dramatic Interpretation (Front Royal, VA) Erik Jurek – 6th place, Informative Speaking (Strasburg, VA) Camille Gibson – 1st place, Prose Interpretation; 5th place, Poetry Interpretation (Middletown, VA)

Texas man charged after wild late-night chase Alcohol, felony eluding among charges faced by 23-year-old

By Roger Bianchini Warren County Report In an Oct. 22 press release, Front Royal Police Chief Norman Shiflett commended department officers for their actions in potentially preventing serious public injuries stemming from an Oct. 19 incident resulting in multiple charges against a Texas resident.

After a short pursuit, Edgar Eliud Rodriguez, a 23-year-old resident with a listed address of 3213 Princeton, McAllen Texas 78504, was charged with Driving Under the Influence, Refusal to take a Breath Test and Felony Eluding of Police. Rodriguez was held until sober and then released on a secured $2,000 bond.

The press release states that FRPD Master Police Officer David Fogle was on routine patrol early Saturday morning at approximately 2 a.m. on October 19, when he observed a silver Toyota drive off an 8 to 10-foot embankment on the south end of the Stonewall Jackson Restaurant parking lot near the Commerce Avenue intersection with North Royal Avenue.

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The release adds, “Officer Fogle immediately activated his blue lights and pulled to the top of the embankment. The driver then turned his vehicle around and started to drive back up the embankment towards Fogle. The vehicle then spun around and drove through the grass towards the exit leading onto Commerce Avenue.

Officer Fogle gained position behind the vehicle with his emergency equipment activated.”

We doubt that famed FRPD traffic officer (retired) and current Fussell Florists fashion mannequin Mandy would have fallen for this next ploy.

“The vehicle stopped at the traffic light at the intersection of Commerce and North Royal Avenue. Fogle exited his vehicle in an attempt to make contact with the driver. As Fogle approached the vehicle, the traffic light turned green and the vehicle drove off and made a left turn onto Royal Avenue. Fogle immediately returned to his vehicle and followed the fleeing vehicle with his emergency equipment still activated.

Other officers joined in and were able to box the vehicle in and eventually got the vehicle stopped on Virginia Avenue.”

Police are asking anyone with information on Rodriguez and this incident to contact Officer Fogle at (540) 635-2111 or dfogle@frontroyalva.com – rogerb@warrencountyreport.com

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To advertise in Warren & Frederick County Report, Contact: Angie Buterakos at angie@fredcoreport.com • 540-683-9197 or Alison at alisond@warrencountyreport.com • 540-551-2072 INDICTMENTS, from 26 TWO: unlawful and felonious possession with the intent to distribute a Schedule II controlled substance, to wit: Cocaine. COUNT THREE: unlawful and felonious possession with the intent to distribute a Schedule III controlled substance, to wit: Buprenorphine and Naloxone. The offenses occurred on or about May 31, 2013.

Bonnie Erma Sullivan The Warren County Va. Circuit Court Grand Jury charges that: on or about August 6, 2013, in the County of Warren, Bonnie Erma Sullivan, 48, of 319 Blue Ridge Ave., Front Royal, VA 22630, did unlawfully and feloniously drive or operate a motor vehicle while under the influence of

alcohol, this being a third offense committed within ten years of two prior offenses.

Derron K’Shuan Yates The Warren County Va. Circuit Court Grand Jury charges that: on or about June 11, 2013, in the County of Warren, Derron K’Shuan Yates, 18, of 1466 Riverview Shores, Front Royal, VA 22630, did unlawfully and feloniously posses a Schedule II controlled substance, to-wit: Oxycodone and Acetaminophen.

Christopher Donte Foreman The Warren County Va. Circuit Court Grand Jury charges Christopher Donte Foreman, 19, of 450 Hill St., Front Royal, VA 22630, in the County of Warren, with four counts

of unlawful and felonious distribution of a Schedule I controlled substance, to-wit: Heroin. Dates of the offenses were on or about May 16, 17 and May 28, 2013.

Adrian Darnell Edwards The Warren County Va. Circuit Court Grand Jury charges Adrian Darnell Edwards, 19, of 1432 Cedar Dr., Front Royal, VA 22630, with four counts of unlawful and felonious possession with the intent to distribute a Schedule I controlled substance, to-wit: Heroin. Dates of the offenses were on or about May 28 through May 31. The Warren County Va. Circuit Court Grand Jury charges Adrian Darnell Edwards, with two further counts. COUNT TWO: unlawful and felonious possession with the intent to distribute a Schedule II controlled substance, to wit: Cocaine.

COUNT THREE: unlawful and felonious possession with the intent to distribute a Schedule III controlled substance, to wit: Buprenorphine and Naloxone. The offenses occurred

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Timothy Mark Gray The Warren County Va. Circuit Court Grand Jury charges that: on or about August 5, 2013, in the County of Warren, Timothy Mark Gray, 45, homeless, did unlawfully and feloniously assault and batter Julie Coffey, a family or household member, having been previously convicted of assault and battery against a family or household member within twenty years of this third or subsequent offense, and that each such assault and battery occurred on different dates.

Da’Shawn Lee Edwards The Warren County Va. Circuit Court Grand Jury charges that: on or about May 31, 2013, in the County of Warren, Da’Shawn Lee Edwards, 18, of 1432 Cedar Dr., Front Royal, VA 22630, did unlawfully and feloniously conspire to sell or distribute a Schedule I controlled substance, towit: Heroin.

CRIME OF THE WEEK

Winchester Crime of the Week - October 21, 2013 Location: 2130 S. Pleasant Valley Road, Winchester, VA 22601 Date of Crime: 06/19/13 between 04:15 and 04:30 hours Type of Crime: B&E / Grand Larceny ($14,000.00+) Case: #13023631 Detective: Karen H. Dew Between the above listed time frame, unknown suspect(s) broke into the Radio Shack located at 2130 S. Pleasant Valley Road in the City of Winchester. The suspect(s) stole numerous items including I-Phones, I-Pads and laptop computers.

If you have any information regarding a suspect or suspects involved in this crime, please contact the Crime Solvers Hotline at (540) 665 TIPS (8477). Information leading to the arrest of a suspect may result in a reward of up to $1,000.

Frederick County Crime of the Week - October 14, 2013 This week’s Crime Solvers crime involves a burglary and grand larceny in the 800 block of Marple Road on July 13, 2013. The victim reported that unknown suspect(s) forcibly entered his residence and removed a change jar containing a large amount of coins. Numerous other items of substantial value were in plain view inside the residence but were not taken.

If you have any information regarding a suspect or suspect vehicle in this incident, please contact the Crime Solvers Hotline at (540) 665 TIPS (8477). Information leading to the arrest of a suspect may result in a reward of up to $1,000. Case #13003780 Investigator Holmes D. Smoke

Death notices

Annabelle Virginia Jenkins Annabelle Virginia Jenkins, 86, of Luray, VA died Friday, October 18, 2013 at her residence.

She was born August 17, 1927 in Secaucus, NJ the daughter of John and Grace May Young Schaefer. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Blue Ridge Hospice, 333 W. Cork Street, Winchester, VA 22601.

Dan Lee “Bucky” Hoover Dana Lee “Bucky” Hoover, 64, of Stephens City, VA died Monday, October 21, 2013 in the Winchester Medical Center.

Lowell Thomas “Tom” Shrout Lowell Thomas “Tom” Shrout, 66, of Winchester, Virginia, died Thursday, October 17, 2013 in Winchester Medical Center. Memorial contributions may be made to the VFW Post #9760, 425 South Buckmarsh Street Berryville, Virginia 22611.

Trisha Smith Trisha Smith, 69, of Gore, Virginia died, Thursday, October 17, 2013, in Winchester Medical Center. Memorial contributions can be made to the National Kidney Foundation, Finance Department, 30 East 33rd St. New York, NY 10016.

Constance M. Barton Constance McFarlane Barton, 88, of Winchester, Virginia, died Thursday, October 17, 2013, in her home. Memorial contributions may be made to Take The Lead – AKC, P.O. Box 6353, Watertown, New York, 13601 Jack A. Orndorff Jack A. Orndorff, 84, of Stephenson, died Thursday, October 17, 2013 at his home.

Clair George Gettys Sr. Clair George Gettys Sr., 87, of Winchester, VA, died Monday, October 14, 2013 at a local nursing home. Memorial contributions may be made to the Salvation Army, 300 Fort Collier Road, Winchester, VA 22603.

Hazel Virginia Ford Huffman Hazel Virginia Ford Huffman, 91, of Winchester, VA, died Sunday, October 13, 2013 at a local nursing home. Memorial contributions may be made to Alzheimer’s Foundation of America, 322 Eighth Ave., 7th fl., New York, NY 10001.

Jean Feazelle Elgin Jean Feazelle Elgin, 90, of Winchester, died Friday, October 18, 2013 in Chesapeake, VA. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Clear Brook Volunteer Fire & Rescue, 1256 Brucetown Road, Clear Brook, VA 22624; First United Methodist Church, 308 N. Braddock Street, Winchester, VA 22601 or to National Multiple Sclerosis Society, P.O. Box 4527, New York, NY 10163.

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Calendar Friday, October 25 Forecast: 54° | 28° 9:30am - 12pm Producing and Marketing Quality Grass-Fed Beef.

New Market Fire Hall, 9771 S. Congress St., New Market. This program will cover production & marketing of a quality, grass-fed product: Forage management, genetics, meat quality, and marketing local beef. A $20 REGISTRATION PER PERSON is required with the MEAL & TASTE PANEL INCLUDED. Registration must be received by Friday, Oct. 25. Call with questions: (540) 245-5750.

1pm - 8pm Front Royal United Methodist Women’s Fall Bazaar.

Fellowship Hall, 1 W Main Street, Front Royal. The Front Royal United Methodist Church invites you to come to their annual bazaar. Dinner will be stew, coleslaw, and dessert, served at 5 pm. For more information, call (540) 635-2935.

7pm - 10pm Front Porch Style Pickin’ Party. Warren County Senior Center, 1217 Commonwealth Ave. All levels of talent are welcome.

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Saturday, October 26 Forecast: 52° | 36° 8am - 12pm Pancake Breakfast and Bake Sale. Montague Ave Methodist Church, 102 Montague Ave, Winchester. Join us for pancakes, sausages, sausage gravy, scrapple, biscuits, apples, coffee & juice.

8am - 1pm Farmers Market. Main St, Front Royal. THE LAST FARMERS MARKET OF THE YEAR will be held on Main Street near the Visitors Center.

8am - 2pm Front Royal United Methodist Women’s Fall Bazaar.

Fellowship Hall, 1 W Main Street, Front Royal. The Front Royal United Methodist Church invites you to come to their annual bazaar. Lunch will be at 10:30 and consist of soup and sandwiches. For more information, call (540) 635-2935.

8am - 3pm Holiday Bazaar. Emmanuel United Methodist Church, 2732 Martinsburg Pike, Stephenson. Come join us to shop for the holiday season. There will be a variety of crafters and vendors, a “Book Room,” baked goods, and activities for children.

Breakfast and lunch will be served. April Burke (540)327-7796.

9am - 12pm Envision Workshop.

Front Royal Administration Building, Front Royal. Tonight is the second of two and the last Envision Public Workshops. Our town and region face continuous change - economic, environmental and cultural. If we are to have the high quality of life that we all desire, we as a town must take positive, proactive steps to define our future.

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CVS on Berryville Ave, Winchester.

It’s time to get rid of your unwanted or expired medications. The Winchester Police Department’s Community Response Team will assist the Drug Enforcement Administration with Drug Take-Back Day. Citizens can bring their unwanted prescription medications to this location with no questions asked.

10:10am - 11:10am Books and Barks. Samuels Public Library, Front Royal. Come to this extremely popular monthly program that gives developing readers the chance to read and relax with a trained therapy dog. For beginning readers and up. Please register.

2pm - 8pm Harvest Festival, Hayride & Cookout. Woodbine Assembly of God Church, 626 Rest Church Rd, Clearbrook. Come out for a time filled with fun and fellowship as we have numerous activities for kids and for adults! Some activities include a cake walk, face painting, guess the pumpkin weight, guess the candy corn in a jar, crafts, and more. All kids will receive pumpkins to take home with them as well as little candy goodie bags. Then after the festival, be sure to stay for a hayride. To close out the night, following the hayride, stay for some hot dogs and S’mores. DerrickNarvaez (540) 3367096 4pm - 6pm Superhero Trick-orTreat Night. Rutherford Crossing, Winchester. Rutherford Crossing is calling all Superheroes in training to join forces to raise money and awareness for the Juvenile Diabetes Foundation. The Shopping center is hosting their second annual, center-wide trick-or-treat event for children twelve and under. They are partnering with the local chapter of the Juvenile Diabetes Foundation to raise awareness and funding for research. For more information, contact Rachel at (706) 621-9943.

4:30pm - 5:30pm Turkey or Oyster Super. Middletown Fire Hall, 7855 Main St. Middletown. Turkey or Oyster Supper, $14 for adults, $7 for children under 12; Take-outs available.

Monday, October 28 7pm - 8pm Council Meeting. County of Warren Government Center.

4:30pm - 5:30pm Big Kids Story Time.

Samuels Public Library, Front Royal. For kindergarten and up. Come in and enjoy all things strange and silly. Craft, show and tell, and story time. Theme: Flight Frenzy.

6pm - 7:30pm Cheerleading Registration. Warren County Community Center, 538 Villa Avenue, Front Royal. Warren County Youth Cheerleading Association (WCYCA) announces registration for its 2013-14 Basketball Cheerleading Program tonight. Registration Fee: $40.00 (An additional $40.00 uniform deposit is collected at uniform fitting which will be held one week after final registration; this is returned once uniform is returned at end of season free of damage.

Accessory package is additional $35.00 this includes midriff, briefs, socks, hair bow. Accessories will be ordered at uniform fitting) CASH ONLY, NO CHECKS WILL BE ACCEPTED. Cheerleaders must be 5 years old by September 30, 2013 and may NOT turn 13 years old by September 30, 2013. Proof of Age, such as Birth Certificate or official school record, is required at time of registration. Cheerleaders will cheer for the Warren County Parks and Recreation Jr. NBA Program.

Teams are determined at random, siblings are given priority if possible.

Uniforms are provided by WCYCA and must be returned at the end of the season. For more information and forms please visit www. eteamz.com/WCYCA or Facebook.

Assistance is available for those who qualify. Please contact LeAnn at (540) 974-6484.

6:30pm - 7:30pm Free Seminar.

Warren County Community Center, Front Royal. Dr. Craig Zunka presents an informing seminar: “What is TMJ? and What you should know about it.” If you are experiencing any of these symptoms: difficulty opening your mouth; popping sound in your jaw joint; headaches; ringing in the ears; loss of hearing; neck and back pain, come spend an informative evening with Dr. Zunka as he discusses diagnosis and treatment of temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorders. Dr. Zunka’s 36 years’ experience in treating TMJ disorders.

He has taught classes and lectured internationally on TMJ treatment.

More Info: (540)635-3610; www. craigzunkadds.com.

Tuesday, October 29 10am - 11am English as a Second Language. Samuels Public Library, Front Royal. This class is for anyone who wants to learn English.

12:30pm - 1pm Tourism Tuesdays.

95.3 - the River radio station. Hear the latest tourism related news and events every Tuesday at 12:30! If you can’t listen live check out the podcasts at http://www.theriver953online.com.

Wednesday, October 30 10:15am - 11:15am Toddler Story Time.

Samuels Public Library, Front Royal. Bring your toddler to a potpourri of simple stories, fun songs and a cute craft. For children up to 3 1/2 years of age. Theme: Pumpkins.

11am - 12pm Preschool Story Time.

Samuels Public Library, Front Royal. Come in with your preschooler, aged 3 1/2 to 5,for an enjoyable

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hour filled with amazing tales, exciting sing-alongs, finger plays and a nifty craft. Theme: Pumpkins.

3pm - 4pm Wired Wednesday.

Samuels Public Library, Front Royal. Join in for a computer club where there is a new topic every week. Bring your questions. This week’s topic is online security.

6pm - 8pm Business Forum. Second floor of Administration Building, 102 E. Main St. Front Royal. The town invites local business owners to participate in this meeting with town staff to discuss issues related to conducting business in Front Royal. Topics of discussion will include the town’s Visioning effort and other issues pertinent to businesses in our community. Staff will be available to discuss ways that the town can improve business permitting and relations to assist local business owners. For more information contact the town offices at (540) 635-8007.

Thursday, October 31 Halloween 10:15am - 11:15am Toddler Story Time.

Samuels Public Library, Front Royal. Bring your toddler to a potpourri of simple stories, fun songs and a cute craft. For children up to 3 1/2 years of age. Theme: Pumpkins.

11am - 12pm Preschool Story Time.

Samuels Public Library, Front Royal. Come in with your preschooler, aged 3 1/2 to 5,for an enjoyable hour filled with amazing tales, exciting sing-alongs, finger plays and a nifty craft. Theme: Pumpkins.

6pm - 8pm Hometown Halloween.

E Main Street, Front Royal. Enjoy family trick-or-treating from storeto-store. The Warren County Sheriffs Office will have a “funhouse” at the Gazebo Area, musical entertainment and collection of canned goods. Sponsored by Downtown Front Royal, Inc. (540) 635-4111.

6:30pm - 7:30pm Mountain Memories. Samuels Public Library, Front Royal. Join in for a visual presentation on the lives of the people displaced upon the creation of Shenandoah National Park. Jim Lillard will share many photos from the Library of Congress as well as personal family photos of the residents.

Friday, November 1 1:30pm - 2:30pm Education Committee. Chamber Office.

Saturday, November 2 8am - 2pm Holiday Bazaar. Reliance United Methodist Church, 1571 Reliance Rd, Reliance.

Holiday Bazaar with many fine crafters to feature wooden turned ornaments, crochet/knit items, quitling, sleigh bells on new leather; homemade pickles etc. Lunch available; Benefit: Missions of Reliance United Methodist Women.

9am - 2pm Holiday Bazaar. Grace United Methodist Church, Middletown. This bazaar is to benefit the Avon Walk for Breast Cancer. There will be a mix of crafts and Direct Sales vendors and a Chinese Auction. Food will be available. For table information, contact Michelle Cissel at (540) 336-0497.

9am - 3pm Relay for Life Craft Show. Front Royal Church of the Brethren, 106 W. 13th Street, Front Royal. Breakfast and Lunch will be served. All your favorite vendors and crafters!

11am - 12pm Family Story Time.

Samuels Public Library, Front Royal. Bring the whole family to the cozy jelly-bean green room for an assortment of exciting stories with Miss Tamara. A perfect way to spend an enjoyable Saturday morning.

1pm - 6pm Harvest Festival. Agape Christian Church, 199 Agape Way Stephens City. Agape Church in partnership with Stephens City Fire Department and C-CAP Harvest Festival. Free Games; Free Food; Nice Prizes; Visit our general store to purchase a jar of homemade apple butter from local vendors.

Please consider bringing a can good or nonperishable food item to help C-CAP. Agape Church (540) 869-6070.

2pm - 3pm Game On! Samuels Public Library, Front Royal. Do you enjoy playing video games? Think you are the best at one particular title? Come find out at GAME ON. Play games with your friends and maybe even make some new ones.

For ages 12 and up.

4pm - 5pm Annual Ham and Turkey Dinner. Hites Chapel United Methodist Church, 150 Chapel Road, Middletown. Adults $10, Children under 12 is $5. Carry out available.

6:30pm - 7:30pm Vegas Night.

Holiday Inn, Blue Ridge Shadows, Front Royal. The Front Royal Rotary Club presents VEGAS NIGHT tonight. Grand prize drawing $10,000.

Only 325 tickets will be sold. Doors open at 6:30p, drawings and games begin at 7:00p. $125.00 ticket includes one entry into the $10,000 drawing. Las Vegas style cuisine, open bar, $2,000 betting chips for casino games. Early bird deadline - October 4. More Info: www.frontroyalrotrary.org.

Sunday, November 3 Daylight Saving Time Ends 4:30pm - 5:30pm Magic Lantern Theatre presents “Imagine: John Lennon”.

Museum of Shenandoah Valley, 901 Amherst St., Winchester. The film follows Lennon’s evolution from the Beatle years to that of celebrity songwriter; it is the second in the fall season series, “Music Makers.” Both locations will have wine, snacks and other

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Monday, November 4 5pm - 6pm UFAC Meeting. Town Hall, Front Royal. The Urban Forestry Advisory Commission (UFAC) meets tonight at 5:00p in the Town Hall Conference Room. The public is invited.

7pm - 8pm Council Work Session.

Town Administration Building, 102 E. Main Street. Tonight the Town Council will have a Work Session.

Tuesday, November 5 All day Election Day 10am - 11am English as a Second Language. Samuels Public Library,

Front Royal. This class is for anyone who wants to learn English.

11am - 12pm Time For Baby. Samuels Public Library, Front Royal.

What do books, scarves, puppets, music and babies have in common? They are all part of TIME FOR BABY. Join in all of your senses are used to explore the world around us. Meet with your baby up to two years of age. Siblings welcome.

12:30pm - 1pm Tourism Tuesdays.

95.3 - the River radio station. Hear the latest tourism related news and events every Tuesday at 12:30! If you can’t listen live check out the podcasts at http://www.theriver953online.com.

2pm - 3pm Ambassador’s Club.

Chamber Office.

4:30pm - 5:30pm Big Kids Story Time.

Samuels Public Library, Front Royal. For kindergarten and up. Come in and enjoy all things strange and silly. Craft, show and tell, and story time.

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Call (540)551-2756 MISCELLANEOUS Wedding decorations for a fall wedding. 6” and 8” tall stem glass votive holders and battery operated votives decorated with wine colored flowers. $.40 each. 50 of these for sale. 6 - Yankee Candle 12” tall cyclinder glass candle holders with candle insert at top - $7.50 each. Large Fish bowl decorated with wine, green and pink colored flowers - makes nice centerpiece. $15.00 540-869-4872 Outer Banks Beach Condo SeaScape Beach & Golf Villa, Mile Post 2 1/2 Kitty Hawk, NC. April Week 16 or October - Week 412 Bedrooms, 2 Bath Sleeps 6 ( has hide-away bed) Price $1,500.00 540-667-2031

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Wednesday, November 6 8:30am - 9:30am Small Business Committee. Chamber Office.

10:15am - 11:15am Toddler Story Time.

Samuels Public Library, Front Royal. Let’s celebrate babies! Come join for a cozy story time that highlights the joy of these tiny bundles. Siblings welcome.

11am - 12pm Preschool Story Time.

Samuels Public Library, Front Royal. Let’s celebrate babies! Come join in for a cozy story time that highlights the joy of these tiny bundles! Siblings welcome.

12:30pm - 1pm Warren County Business On The River 95.3.

3pm - 4pm Wired Wednesday.

Samuels Public Library, Front Royal.

Join in for a computer club where there is a new topic to talk about every week. Bring your questions.

This week: General Q & A Day. 6:30pm - 7:30pm Millbrook Parent Teen Driving Meeting. Millbrook High School auditorium. There will be an informational meeting for parents and teens who are new drivers or about to become licensed drivers in the auditorium. Items covered will be: licensing procedures; insurance; traffic laws; dangers of texting & driving; general questions.

This meeting is beneficial to all who attend. Hope to see you there!

Thursday, November 7 9am - 10am Tourism Committee.

Chamber Office.

10am - 11am English as a Second Language. Samuels Public Library, Front Royal. This class is for anyone who wants to learn English.

10:15am - 11:15am Toddler Story Time.

Samuels Public Library, Front Royal. Let’s celebrate babies! Come join for a cozy story time that highlights the joy of these tiny bundles. Siblings welcome.

11am - 12pm Preschool Story Time.

Samuels Public Library, Front Royal. Let’s celebrate babies! Come join in for a cozy story time that highlights the joy of these tiny bundles! Siblings welcome.

6:30pm - 7:30pm Energy Conservation. Samuels Public Library, Front Royal. ENERGY CONSERVATION - Learn about energy users in the home and things you can do to reduce energy consumption, as well

Diversions Calendar as what power companies are doing to reduce the cost of electricity.

Saving energy saves money!

7pm - 12am Magic Lantern Theatre presents “Imagine: John Lennon”.

Barns of Rose Hill, 95 Chalmers St., Berryville. Admission is $8 (MLT/ MSV/ Barns Members: $5). Free for ages 12 and under. For further info, link to www.magiclanterntheater. org , email info@magiclanterntheater.org or call (540) 678-0963.

Friday, November 8 12am - 4am Magic Lantern Theatre presents “Imagine: John Lennon”.

Barns of Rose Hill, 95 Chalmers St., Berryville. Admission is $8 (MLT/ MSV/ Barns Members: $5). Free for ages 12 and under. For further info, link to www.magiclanterntheater. org , email info@magiclanterntheater.org or call (540) 678-0963.

3pm - 7pm Holiday Shopping Fair. First Assembly of God, 1111 Shenandoah Ave., Front Royal.

Hosted by the Professional Women Networking - Front Royal. Enjoy some fun shopping, while supporting your friends & neighbors’ businesses. PWM will be showcasing our ladies & their businesses and would also like to give back to our community. Please bring a non-perishable food item to donate to The Shepherds Closet & Food Pantry of First Assembly. For more information, contact the church office at (540) 635-7153.

Saturday, November 9 10am - 2pm Autumn Benefit Trail Ride. Blandy Experimental Farm, Boyce. 7.5 miles of scenic trails.

Horses are not provided, riders must wear hard hats. $50 per person includes lunch and rider fee.

Mr. B’s Barbeque lunch will be served from 11am - 1pm. There will also be gate prizes, poker, raffles, and more! For more information contact BRCTH at (540) 533-2777.

10am - 2pm. Hawk Elite Girls Development Basketball Camp. Skyline High School. Front Royal. The Warren County Parks and Recreation Department in conjunction with Skyline High School will be sponsoring the Hawk Elite Girls Development Basketball Camp or girls currently in 6th through 12th grade, at Skyline High School gym

today. The cost is $25/ participant.

For more information, contact Jim Kenney via email at jkenney@wcps. k12.va.us. Registration forms are available at the Warren County Community Center and the Warren County Parks and Recreation Department.

11am - 12pm Kooky Chefs Cook Scandinavia. Samuels Public Library, Front Royal.

KOMMEN! WELCOME! - Please come and explore the cuisine and culture of Sweden, Denmark and Norway.

Ages 8 and up. Please register.

2pm - 3pm Dog Agility Demo.

Samuels Public Library, Front Royal. Join several dog enthusiasts for a basic agility demonstration and discussion of other fun training techniques, followed by Q & A session 4pm - 8pm Troop 22 Spaghetti Dinner Fundraiser & Silent Auction.

Stephens City Moose Lodge, 357 Fairfax Pike, Stephens City. All you can eat spaghetti, salad, garlic bread and drinks. Baked goods available for donation. Silent auction during dinner and winners will be contacted. $5 in advance for adults. $7.00 at door for adults, $4.00 ages 4-10. Ages 3 and under free. Contact troop22events@yahoo.com or call (540) 450-7328.

5:30pm - 6:30pm Humane Society Event. Front Royal Elks Lodge, Front Royal. 2nd Annual TAILS & ALES to benefit the Humane Society of Warren County is tonight.

This year’s event will be a cash party and silent auction. Tickets are only $30.00/each and include: dinner, drinks, a collectible pint glass and a chance to win cash & prizes.

The grand prize is$1,000. Doors open at 5:30p, dinner starts at 6:00p. Only 250 tickets will be sold.

All proceeds benefit the homeless animals of Warren County. TAILS & ALES tickets are on sale now. More Info: (540) 635-4734, x 225 or 226.

7pm - 8pm Magic Lantern Theatre will screen American dramatic film “Matewan” Unitarian-Universalist Church of the Shenandoah Valley, 6380 Valley Pike, Stephens City.

Local expert Doug Estepp will introduce the film and lead discussion afterwards.

Admission: $5/person; refreshments available. For further info, link to www.magiclanterntheater. org or call (540) 678-0963.

Sunday, November 10 10:30am - 1pm. Veterans Appreciation Day. Dynamic Life Ministry, John Marshall Hwy, Front Royal.

Dynamic Life Ministry is holding a Veterans Appreciation Day to show our appreciation and Thanks for all you do! Guest speaker Dorian Anderson, picnic in the pavilion following services. DynamicLifeMinistries.com

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In the current political climate, Virginia needs leaders that will put people above a partisan politics. Earlier this year, the Town Council of Front Royal, after months of citizens’ input, rewrote their Town Charter. The Town Council and Mayor’s Office are non-partisan and the people of Front Royal agreed with this portion of the Charter along with moving the Elections to November in even years. The Charter was then given to Delegate Michael Webert to pass to the House of Delegates for ratification. Easy, right? Present a Bill that a majority of Town residents desired.

However, when the Bill (HB 2051) arrived in Richmond it had been rewritten by Delegate Webert and a group of partisans statewide to move the Election to odd years and make the elections partisan. A clear violation of what the residents of Front Royal wanted! Webert then hid in his office for five days while the Town Council repeatedly tried to contact him to have him correct the bill.

Delegate Webert can no longer be trusted to perform the will of the people. If this happened in my Town, why would you think that the next time your local government submits a bill to Delegate Webert that the same thing won’t happen to you?

That is why this November 5th I am asking the residents of the 18th District to cast their vote for Colin Harris.

Mr. Harris has stated that he is looking to reach across the aisle for bi-partisan solutions and has said that he would never have rewritten a Bill against the will of the people.

Molly Snyder Front Royal

Letters to the Editor are welcome and should be emailed to: editor@warrencountyreport.com

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Celebrate National Pit Bull Awareness Day on October 26th with the Humane Society of Warren County. Come meet our Ador-A-Bull pit bulls available for adoption and learn more about this wonderful breed. We will be offering waived adoption fees on all pit bulls and pit bull mixes and $10 off spay/neuter fees. Our pit bulls will be available for viewing at Petco from 11-2 and will be in the Petco costume contest from 2-3pm.

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