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FOP maintains community commitment thru schools community programs for the year up to $11,000. Other recipients have been the Front Royal Little League ($500), Relay for Life ($1000), Warren County Sheriff ’s Office Kids Summer Camp ($1900), Warren County Senior Center ($1000), Shenandoah Area Agency on Aging ($300), the E. Wilson Morrison and Ressie Jeffries Elementary School Backpack Programs, administered through Front Royal Presbyterian Church and Calvary Episcopal Church, respectively ($1500 each), and Friends of the National Rifle Association ($300). – rogerb@warrencountyreport.com

Eddie Long presents FOP checks to, from left, WCMS Principal Alan Fox, WCMS Builders Club sponsor Patty Hite and Skyline Principal Andrew Keller. By Roger Bianchini Warren County Report On Oct. 17, Fraternal Order of Police Lodge 33 representative Eddie Long presented a total of $3000

to officials of Warren County Middle School and Skyline High School. The matching $1500 checks were for the middle school’s Weekend Fuel Program and Skyline’s Indigent Fund. Accepting for Skyline was Principal

As money get ready to pass hands nearby, WCMS Builders Club members, from left, Maggie Lynn, Michael Silek, Emma Lynn and Katie Glasscock pack supplies to accompany the school’s Weekend Fuel Program. Andrew Keller and for WCMS Principal Alan Fox and Patty Hite. Hite, a secretary in the counseling department, got the Builder’s Club, an offshoot of Kiwanis Key Club programs, going at the middle school.

The check presentation came as Builder’s Club members nearby packed food to be distributed through the Weekend Fuel Program. The two donations brought FOP financial contributions to various

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“It is in gratitude and in memory of all that the Ruffs have done for their nation and their respective communities that we dedicate this plaque. May it inspire all who pass by to turn their eyes and hearts toward their neighbors who are in need just as the Ruffs so lovingly did throughout their earthly lives.”

St. Luke’s dedicates Ruff wing, acknowledges members

Relatives Margaret Kerfoot and Sara Thomson flank St. Luke’s Community Clinic Ruff Clinical Wing plaque and family photos. By Roger Bianchini Warren County Report On Friday, November 1, 2013, members and friends of St. Luke Community Clinic in Front Royal

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Pictured at the annual Awards Dinner are, left to right, St. Luke’s Community Clinic Board Chair Dr. C. Thomas Rhyne; Sam Tijerina, Area Business Manager, Zachry Construction Corporation; Janene Tijerina; Elizabeth Sullivan; Harry Wright; St. Luke Community Clinic Executive Director Dr. Glenn Burdick and Clinic Volunteer Services Coordinator Ben Glenn II. – Courtesy Photo Laura Burdick ternoon in front of Ruff family members Sarah Thomson and Margaret Kerfoot, among others at the clinic at 316 North Royal Avenue, St. Luke’s Community Clinic Board Chairman

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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 CLINIC, from “It shouldn’t come as a surprise to us that we find ourselves here today – the Ruffs’ philanthropy – the love of one’s neighbor as oneself – is wellknown to most of us,” Dr. Rhyne began. “The efforts of Al, Barbara, and Steven together have combined to leave a remarkable legacy of service and benevolence in their respective communities … “It is in gratitude and in memory of all that the Ruffs have done for their nation and their respective communities that we dedicate this plague. May it inspire all who pass by to turn their eyes and hearts toward their neighbors who are in need just as the Ruffs so lovingly did throughout their earthly lives.” Prior to these remarks, Rhyne acknowledged one out-of-town family member who could not attend. “Cindy Ruff sent an email to Ben Glenn, our Volunteer Coordinator. I am reading an excerpt from that email: “Hi Ben, I am very sad to miss the dedication. I remember after my husband, Steve, passed, Barbara and Al talked to me concerning their desire to have a space in memory of Steve be established at the clinic. They were both very earnest supporters of the clinic and its service to those

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in need in Front Royal. When I was widowed twelve years ago, they were so loving and gracious to me and continued to make me feel a part of the family. During many of my visits with them these past few years, it became very apparent to me that St. Luke Community Clinic was very dear to their hearts. Thank you for this wonderful honor given to my father and mother-in-law and my husband. I look forward to stopping by to visit with you at the clinic when I am next able to visit Front Royal. Blessings in all that you do, Cindy Ruff ” Amen, job well done and God speed, Al, Barbara and Steven. Changing landscape In prefacing the presentation Clinic Executive Director Glenn Burdick acknowledged the changing health care landscape in the nation and Virginia. He noted that despite reform designed to make health care more affordable for more Americans, many questions remain. Among those questions is whether Virginia will eventually opt into Medicaid Expansion that will make as many as 400,000 citizens of the commonwealth eligible for additional

From left, still friends of this community and St. Luke’s Community Clinic, Al and Barbara Ruff and Steven Ruff, right, flank Al and Barbara’s 1974 wedding photo financial help for health care, including paying down Affordable Care Act premiums. One of those questions – if – has likely been answered by the result of the Virginia governor’s and lieutenant governor’s races, depending on which way eventual control of the state General Assembly falls. Burdick said if Medicaid Expansion does come to Virginia bringing increased eligibility for adults 19 to

64 year old living at 138 percent of the national poverty level, as many as two-thirds of St. Luke’s clients could be impacted. But with such newly eligible numbers for governmental health care assistance, questions remain about access to physicians, those physicians ability to handle increased Medicaid patient loads, and remaining deductible and other associated health care costs.

“There are political as well as economic factors involved as we begin to see the unintended consequences of well-intentioned legislation,” Burdick observed. “I believe the need for free clinics won’t diminish. But exactly how that need will be defined has yet to be determined.” – rogerb@warrencountyreport.com

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State police announce texting enforcement results By Roger Bianchini Warren County Report It’s about time!!! After harassing Virginia motorists mercilessly for constitutionally-questionable seat belt violations, albeit still as a secondary offense, or suspicions they may have been drinking alcohol solely because of the time of day, or night, they are on the road, the Virginia legislature and State Police have added motorists who need targeting to the list. Those drivers are texters. As one local driving school sharing office space with this paper in the Middle of Main building in Front Royal advertises with bumper stickers on its vehicles, “Don’t Drive Intexicated.” Early studies have indicated a high-

er proportion of accidents caused by texting while driving, than driving while impaired by alcohol. The ITage obsession with constant communications over trivial and nonsensical messaging is a killer and a life-changing crippler as national ad campaigns and a story several months ago by our publisher on these pages have illustrated. Now the Virginia legislature and state law enforcement have

caught up to that fact. As an Oct. 22 VSP Press Release explains, “Since the act of texting while driving became a primary offense July 1, 2013, Virginia State Police troopers have cited several hundred motorists statewide. From July 1 through Sept. 28, 2013, troopers have stopped and charged 328 drivers for violating Virginia’s ‘texting while driving’ law.

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used to transport between nine and 15 passengers. The law does permit “texting when necessary to communicate with law enforcement or other emergency services.” Now, if the legislature would take a closer look at the potential and documented consequences – including constantly pissing this reporter off – of cell phone conversations while driving, we really might be getting somewhere in the promotion of highway safety in the commonwealth.

Arrests, charges announced in Oct. 17 Ace Court break-in Drug charges against resident accompany charges against suspects A 20-year-old resident of the Ace Court home in Warren County that was the target of an Oct. 17, 2013 break-in has been charged with two drug offenses and juvenile and adult suspects were also hit with multiple charges related to that break in. According to an Oct. 31 Warren County Sheriff ’s Office press release Zachary Dimmette, 20, a resident at the 58 Ace Court home broken into on Oct. 17, was charged with two misdemeanor counts of Distribution of Marijuana after turning himself in to authorities the previous day. Dimmette was released on a $2,000 unsecured bond. The Warren County Sheriff ’s Office also reported that on October 24, Gustavo Emanuel Correa turned himself in at the Frederick County Sheriff ’s Office related to the Ace Court breaking and entering. “Deputies took Correa into custody and served three felony warrants on him for alleged breaking and entering with a deadly weapon, malicious wounding and attempted robbery in reference to an incident that took place on October 17-18 at 58 Ace Court in Warren County,” a WCSO press release stated. Correa was held at the Warren County Jail without bond pending an initial November 6 hearing date. A juvenile suspect in the break-in, whose name was not released, was being held in the Winchester Juvenile Detention Center pending an initial Oct. 31 detention hearing. That suspect is charged with Attempted Robbery and Conspiracy to Commit Robbery. This investigation is ongoing and anyone with additional information is asked to contact Investigator Smoot at (540) 635-7100. – From WCSO releases

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Let’s serve veterans as well as they have served us By Daniel M. Dellinger During the recent government shutdown many numbers were thrown around. But there is one number that stands out and it has nothing to do with the debate over the federal budget. More than one a day. That is how many members of our active-duty military, National Guard and Reserve forces have committed suicide over the last year. Simply put, we are losing more servicemembers by their own hands than we are by the enemy in Afghanistan. Only those who experienced firsthand the horrors of combat can understand why most of these young men and women feel compelled to take such drastic and permanent measures. As Veterans Day ceremonies and parades occur throughout the country, it is important that we commit ourselves to do everything possible to prevent these needless and tragic deaths. We are their friends, their family, their co-workers and their neighbors. It is up to us to ensure that every veteran feels that his or her service to this country is appreciated by their fellow Americans. There are many tangible ways that we can acknowledge their sacrifice, but the easiest is to simply say, “Thank you for what you have done for our country.” If he is showing signs of unhappiness or depression, encourage him to seek help through the VA immediately. If she has had difficulty obtaining the benefits that she is entitled to, let her know that The American Legion has thousands of trained service officers nationwide that will help her navigate the bureaucracy free of charge. And if that veteran has made the Supreme Sacrifice, remember the price that has been paid for our freedom and offer your support to the loved ones left behind. But Veterans Day is a time to honor not just those who have fought for us in battle, but, in fact, all of the outstanding men and women who served in our nation’s Armed Forces since our founding more than 237 years ago. Not all veterans have seen war, but a common bond that they share is an oath in which they expressed their willingness to die defending this nation. Perhaps most significant in preserving our way of life are the battles that America does not have to fight because those who wish us harm slink away in fear of the Navy aircraft carrier, the Coast Guard cutter, the Air Force fighter squadron or the Army soldier on patrol. Or they have

heard the words that recently retired General James Mattis shared with his Marines: “Be polite. Be professional. But have a plan to kill everybody you meet.” While we should all be grateful for the remarkable advancements made in military medicine and prosthetics, the fighting spirit and inspirational stories of our veterans are not due to technology. These traits come from the heart. And many of these veterans are women, such as Army Chief Warrant Officer Lori Hill. While piloting her helicopter over Iraq in 2006, she maneuvered her chopper to draw enemy gunfire away from another helicopter and provide suppressive fire for troops on the ground. Despite flying a damaged aircraft and suffering injuries, she landed the helicopter safely, saving her crew. For her actions, she became the first woman to receive the Distinguished Flying Cross. Women are major contributors to our military presence in Afghanistan and many have given their lives in the War on Terrorism. The American Legion recently issued a report calling upon VA to improve its response to the unique needs of women veterans. The VA and military health systems need to adequately treat breast and cervical cancer as well as trauma that resulted from domestic violence, sexual harassment and assault. America is home to more than 1.2 million women veterans and they deserve our support. In the poem “Tommy,” the great writer Rudyard Kipling lamented over the rude treatment a British soldier received at a pub. Writ-

ing in classical old English, Kipling compared the abuse with the more favorable treatment that “Tommy” receives by the public during war. “For it’s Tommy this, an ‘ Tommy that, an’ ‘Chuck him out, the brute!’ But it’s ‘Savior of ‘is country’ when the guns begin to shoot; An’ it’s Tommy this, an’ Tommy

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Election

Democrats take rare off-year governor’s victory in Virginia Appointed Smedley successor Sours holds on to county revenue office

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constitutional office race that Warren County residents also had an eye on. Republicans swept Warren’s three delegate seats, with incumbents Mike Webert (18th) and Todd Gilbert (15th) winning easily, Gilbert unopposed; and first-time libertarian candidate Mark Berg handily defeatSee ELECTION,

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Will the end result be … the eventual split of the Republican Party? Or will it be an escalating internal philosophical war of attrition, resulting in a damaged American conservative political party trying to rely on voter suppression to regain control at both the national and state levels? ELECTION, from ing independent Larry Yates in the 29th District. As part of the extremist anti-Transportation Bill and funding wing of the Republican Party, Berg upset long-time incumbent Beverley Sherwood in the Republican primary.

Commissioner of the Revenue Perhaps the biggest question mark locally was the outcome of a threeway race for the Commissioner of the Revenue seat held by Sherry Sours. Sours was appointed from her Deputy Commissioner’s position in September 2012 following the sudden

death of her boss John Smedley. She faced challenges from both within her department and from the powerful county Republican Committee. Smedley’s widow Doris endorsed Revenue Office Accessor Roy Boyles, running like Sours as an independent. Boyles is a current county School Board member and chairman

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of “Tea Party�-identified, extremist social agenda candidates. From the extreme, anti-federal, anti-tax, anti-sex and anti-reproductive rights-wing Republicans, the issue is a lack of enthusiasm or financial support from mainstream Republican donors and candidates. One example was nationally-strong New Jersey Governor Chris Christie’s refusal to campaign on behalf of Cuccinelli in Virginia. Another was Cuccinelli’s flagging campaign contributions, limiting his ability to match Democratic TV advertising down the stretch. From the moderate Republican side, at issue is the increasing isolation of the Party among extremist libertarian and Tea Party base elements, focused on racial, ethnic and morality issues, rather than the necessity of infrastructure improvements and governmental investment as key elements of a healthy economy reaching down to all Americans, not just Wall Street and corporate board rooms. Will the end result be, as predicted by this reporter after the 2012 election, the eventual split of the Republican Party? Or will it be an escalating

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â€œâ€Śand your little dog Toto, too!â€? Esther Alger, 17, as the Wicked Witch, menaces Becky Alger, 15, as Dorothy, and Alger family dog Sammy, a.k.a. Toto. Celebrating the 75th anniversary of the classic MGM film “The Wizard of Oz,â€? Front Royal’s award-winning St. John’s Teen Drama Club will perform a stage version of the iconic musical

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awards for excellence in design and execution. From Dorothy’s stormtossed bedroom to the Haunted Forest to the Emerald City and back again, audiences will experience an enchanting journey with beloved characters uniquely alive onstage. The cast and crew of “The Wizard of Oz� hope this year’s buoyant show will help Warren County families kick off the holiday season—and the year-long celebration of “Wizard’s� 75 years that is taking place all over the U.S. Show times are Friday & Saturday, Nov. 15 & 16 and 22 & 23, at 7:30 pm; and Sunday, Nov. 17 & 24 at 3:00 pm, at the Warren County High School Auditorium, 155 Westminster Dr., Front Royal. Tickets are $7 adults; $5 students/children/seniors (65 and over). Sunday matinee “Family Special�: maximum price $30 (parents and their children only). – From a release

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At dawn on July 24, US Gen. George Sykes sent in a reconnaissance to Front Royal, only to find that the Confederates had succeeded during the night in withdrawing south and east out of danger. The Battle of Manassas Gap/Wapping Heights was over, as was the Gettysburg Campaign.

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As the Confederate infantry reformed along the road to Front Royal, Carter stationed his artillery on a hill within sight of the town from which he could shell approaching Union troops from a distance. This helped to suppress the Federal advance, and nightfall ended the battle. At dawn on July 24, US Gen. George Sykes sent in a reconnaissance to Front Royal, only to find that the Confederates had succeeded during the night in withdrawing south and east out of danger. The Battle of Manassas Gap/ Wapping Heights was over, as was the Gettysburg Campaign. Call or email for information: (540) 636-1446, whsexecutivedirector@ comcast.net A Civil War-era etching of Manassas Gap.

From left, Supervisor Linda Glavis, County official David Beahm, Supervisor Richard Traczyk, Patrick Farris and Suzanne Silek at Linden marker dedication. By Roger Bianchini Warren County Report On Wednesday, Oct. 30, at the Linden park & ride a commemorative marker of the Battle of Wapping Heights was dedicated as part of Warren County Sesquicentennial Anniversary events. The dedication marked the culmination of events peaking on July 23, 2013, the 150th anniversary of the battle. Other than the fact it occurred here, why remember this battle not featured in many history books, I asked. Well, for starters it was the final engagement of the Gettysburg Campaign, the answer came from county Sesquicentennial Committee members Patrick Farris (Warren Heritage Society), Suzanne Silek (Front Royal Confederate Museum) and Matt Wendling of the county planning department. That piqued my interest, and below we print details of the battle as acknowledged on the historical marker: The final battle of the Gettysburg

Campaign took place in Warren County, Virginia in July of 1863, as US Gen. George G. Meade’s pursuit CS Gen. Robert E. Lee climaxed east of Front Royal. Nicknamed “the Blackberry Affair” – as hungry troops of both sides foraged during lulls in the fighting – the battle was significant as the last major engagement of Lee’s Gettysburg Campaign, and the only point in the war during which Warren County’s infantry would fight as a unit on their home soil.

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Outnumbered, the Confederates withdrew to a crest further west in an area of Warren County known as the “Valley of Retreat,” and called up reinforcements. As troops from the 70th New York and 3rd and 4th Maine pressed Walker’s Georgians, a six-gun Alabamian artillery unit commanded by Col. T.H. Carter’s opened fire, briefly stalling the Federals, who then rallied and took the second crest, flanking the Confederates who fell back again towards Front Royal. From the heights of Manassas Gap Federal soldiers could easily see Confederate wagon trains and troops moving southward along Valley roads. If Meade wanted to break his enemy’s lines in two, this was his last – and best –opportunity.

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Clyde Burrell Jr. at time of 2012 booking By Roger Bianchini Warren County Report A September 26 plea agreement appears to have settled the case of a local man who assaulted a Front Royal Police Officer July 28, 2012, and then eight months later attacked a Warren County Sheriff ’s Office Deputy at the county jail while incarcerated on the charges stemming from the first attack. According to the terms of that agreement reached after extensive psychological evaluations, Clyde Burrell Jr., now 35 years old, will serve

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Dennis L. Hupp on Dec. 14, 2012, “opined that the defendant is competent to stand trial.â€? However, looking at it from a background in psychology and sociology that evaluation seems raft with seemingly contradictory conclusions and observations. Of course, one must realize the implicit contradiction between law and psychology in defining mental competence. The legal term insanity defined as a lack of comprehension of the right or wrong of one’s acts has no corresponding value in the study of human psychology and mental illness, in which the terms sane or insane don’t exist. It was noted by Burrell’s state evaluator, Central State Hospital Chief Forensic Coordinator and Ph.D. Clinical Psychologist Angela N. Torres, that Burrell had “an adequate understanding of the charges against him ‌ possible legal outcomes ‌ and courtroom procedures,â€? as well as the advisability of working with his defense attorney and considering plea agreements if evidence indicated guilt. Of Burrell’s relationship to his court-appointed attorney (at the time Margerita Wood, later Tim Coyne), Torres wrote, “Mr. Burrell knew his attorney by name, and was cautiously optimistic in his attorney’s abilities – ‘About as good as the rest

will do, I don’t have faith in the whole legal system.’ – ‌ He did not express any unusual beliefs about the legal system that would impair his rational understanding, though he was quite cynical.â€? Not distracted ‌ Central State’s Torres also observed that during interviews establishing her conclusions of competence to go to trial, Burrell “did not appear to be distracted by or responding ‌ to internal stimuli (mentally-generated factors not objectively observable to anyone else).â€? However, unaddressed in the evaluation is the effect of medications prescribed by a psychiatrist that Burrell was on at the time of the interviews. Torres notes that prior to being sent to Central State on Nov. 29, 2012, “While in jail, Mr. Burrell was reportedly diagnosed with Schizoaffective Disorder, Bipolar Type, and Alcohol Abuse. He was prescribed the antidepressant Celexa and the mood stabilizer Depakote. He re-

portedly refused the antipsychotic medication Risperdal. Torres noted that while on the ward Burrell “was not observed acting in a manner suggestive of a significant mood disorder or psychosis.� She also wrote that Burrell’s current treating psychiatrist David Albright, MD, “did not diagnose him with a major mental illness but instead diagnosed him with substance and personality disorders� leading to prescription of the drugs cited above, as well as 20 hours of “psycho-educational programming per week�. Torres did not address the seeming inconsistency that Burrell’s treating psychiatrist had diagnosed him with “no major mental illness� but had suggested prescription of the anti-psychotic medication Risperdal, which she stated Burrell had rejected. In fact, Torres does report that Burrell told her, “that he sees a ‘thousand images of people’s faces’ and ‘sees evil faces’ but when asked diSee BURRELL, 17

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was causing a disturbance, according to a press release issued at the time.)

“People don’t know what it’s like to hear a family member have a conversation with himself in the living room in different voices. You don’t know the impact on the family of that – it is frightening. I have begged and cried and pleaded for the kind of help he needs,” Burrell’s sister said over a year ago. Noting she wasn’t making excuses for her brother’s behavior, only stating facts surrounding its erratic nature, she added, “This could have all been avoided if someone would have helped. We can’t be with him 24 hours a day to make sure he is taking his medication.” She also observed that she believed deep down her brother knew “he shouldn’t be on the street.” To illustrate that, she pointed to one arrest where her brother stole a candy

Family observations Shortly after his arrest for the July 2012 attack on Officer Courtenay, relatives of the then 33-year-old, 5foot-11, 288-pound Burrell told us they had been frustrated in efforts to get him the type of intensive psychological treatment they believed he needed following an earlier court-ordered psych evaluation in 1998. A sister asking for anonymity at the time of the Courtenay attack, said that in February 1998, when Burrell’s legal troubles began in Westminster, Md., her brother had a court-ordered psychological evaluation resulting in a diagnosis of schizophrenic/bipolar with multiple personalities.

Public safety bar from a store “and then sat on the curb waiting to get arrested.” Footnote So as the nation and Virginia debate the advisability of health care reform and Medicaid Expansion that would encourage the availability of regular and preventative medical treatments for poor Americans, one would hope eventually for severe psychological, as well as physical disorders, we

might take the case of Clyde Burrell Jr. to heart, and ask, what would the total cost of the type of treatments Burrell’s family had unsuccessfully sought for him on a regular basis been, versus all the medical, legal, judicial and incarceration costs, past, present and future, related to the case of Clyde Burrell Jr. since July 28, 2012? – rogerb@warrencountyreport.com

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The first annual rehearsal for the Zombie Apocalypse in Front Royal went off swimmingly, or perhaps more appropriately – staggeringly well, the evening of Saturday, Oct. 26.

“There must me 200, 250 people here,� Front Royal Mayor Tim Darr marveled as the crowd of “walkers� gathered in the Bing Crosby Stadium parking lot for the 7 p.m. start of the procession across Commerce Avenue up Eighth Street and ultimately down Chester and East Main Streets before concluding at the Village Commons

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Front Royal walking trails accessible in town By Carol Ballard

Fall is a lovely time in Front Royal and surrounding Warren County. Everyone is familiar with Skyline Drive and the spectacular views from there, but if a little exercise and close-up enjoyment of the trees, river, creeks and trails are wanted, two in-town trails are easily accessible. It’s a great time to get out and walk with family, alone or with four-legged friends to get fresh air and enjoy nature’s beauty. Some of the scenes that can be found this autumn are shared here. Happy Creek Trail can be accessed from the end of Main Street in town just over the bridge past the Visitor’s Center. It wanders next to Happy Creek and has an Arboretum, a bridge over the creek

to stop and watch the water flow, picnic benches, a gazebo, and now extends from behind BB&T Bank in the Royal Plaza Shopping Center to Criser Rd. The Arboretum features 30 identified trees that thrive in this area with markers showing their common and scientific names. One walker encountered on Happy Creek Trail, Don Sewell, says he often uses the trail to walk home. “I like it. It’s a lot more peaceful than walking along the road,� he said. The Jim Eastham Park Trail at the end of Luray Ave., opened in April, as a result of the donation of 16acres of land by the Jim Eastham family to the county. The river walk runs parallel to the Shenandoah River. Along the way are historical signs, benches for resting, snacks

and river views. These will be especially appreciated when all the leaves are gone. “There won’t be as much color, but it will be nice to see the river,� said one woman, who was out walking her dog. Near the boat landing at the end of Luray is a picnic spot with several tables and benches, offering a year-round view of the Shenandoah. Work this summer completed a section of the trail, which goes through a short tunnel under the Norfolk Southern Railroad trestle that crosses the South Fork of

the river and extends to Skyline Vista Drive between Skyline High School and U.S. 340-522. There are a few uphill spots, but these have been graded specifically to accommodate outdoor seekers who are in wheelchairs. Dog owners are frequently seen visiting with friends and family in one or other of the two huge dog parks which keep small and larger dogs separate. The two trails are just part of the Royal Shenandoah Greenway, a circle divided by Criser Rd., which will provide a 4.4 mile trail linking downtown Front Royal to the

Shenandoah River, the Shenandoah National Park, Skyline High School, Ressie Jeffries Elementary School, Samuels Public Library, South Street and Commerce Avenue. So, whether planning a walk, run, bike ride or just a fun afternoon picnicking or walking the dog, these two lovely spots should be remembered for enjoying the outdoors. Our community can be proud of its natural as well as planned beautiful attractions. More photos of Front Royal’s trails elsewhere in this issue.

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While we understand the impulse to maintain an idyllic refuge in remote areas that one has planted roots in, we fear the potential of ongoing and increased traffic headed north across the Shenandoah River is simply a fact of modern life.

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Is it that historic a treasure – REALLY? And Mal, the Romans didn’t build this one. By Roger Bianchini Warren County Report The best efforts of a contingent of Rockland area resident to block a new Morgan’s Ford Bridge received a significant blow on Oct. 29. That blow was the Virginia Department of Transportation announcement of a commercial truck ban on a stretch of Morgan’s Ford Road, including the 88-year-old low-water bridge, as well as a 5-ton weight limit on the bridge itself. The new restrictions, from Fairgrounds to Howellsville Roads, were a result of a VDOT

traffic study done in response to a request from Warren County Administrator Doug Stanley on behalf of the Warren County Board of Supervisors, as explained below in the Oct. 29 press release: “At the request of the Warren County Board of Supervisors forwarded in July 2012, VDOT conducted a traffic analysis and found that Route 624 (Morgan’s Ford Road) between Route 643 (Howellsville Road) and Route 661 (Fairground Road) was inconsistent with the safety of through trucks. The restrictions are posted on new signs at those in-

tersections so affected drivers can choose an alternate route. Queried on the weight-limit history of the bridge built in 1925, VDOT’s Staunton Structures and Bridge Section explained to us that the bridge was originally posted at five tons in 1972. Then, following “extensive work to the structure for scour, settlement, damage pier caps in September 1980, the bridge weight limit was raised to 10 tons. It has been 10 tons since that time until the recent lowering to 5 tons this week.� See BRIDGE, 25

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So, while you may have invested significantly to insulate yourself from the grand vision of capitalism – quick access to and from anywhere to enable the exchange of currency – it now seems even your northside rural parcels are no longer immune from becoming collateral damage to the ever-rolling tide of American economics.

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A public hearing on the proposed new bridge, a double of which exists in Shenandoah County southeast of Strasburg (see photo), is tentatively slated for February 2014, VDOT spokesperson Sandy Myers told us, adding, “Advertisement for construction dates will be available at the hearing. The public hearing has to be held first before right of way activities begin.�

The Warren County Parks and Recreation Department will offer Adult Open Basketball Program on Wednesdays, 7:30pm -9:30pm effective November 6, 2013. This program is open to those 16 years of age and older and will be held at the Warren County Health & Human Services Complex gym. Cost is $3.00 per participant

Quietly into the night? The VDOT announcement addressing one of the major issues raised by opponents appears to be another nail in the coffin of efforts to derail progress toward a new bridge. The lone remaining question may be how many more bodies will be recovered from the Shenandoah River due to bad-weather accidents at the bridge before the change to a safer, modern-day river crossing is accomplished? Because unlike other walking dead featured on these pages in anticipation of Halloween 2013, who have been easily brought to heel, or at least placidly directed along their prescribed downtown Front Royal walking paths, this collection of vacant-eyed county wanderers may refuse to go so quietly into the night – despite the deaths of three young people since 2010, Jessica Barr, 21, of Stephens City in March 2010, and Coty James Ferguson, 18, and Robert Allen Jeffries, 17, of Warren County

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Republicans Sweep Kids Voting Winchester-Frederick County Election Republicans swept the contested races that were on the Kids Voting Winchester-Frederick County ballot yesterday. Kids Voting WinchesterFrederick County Chairman Tara Woolever says, “This year’s Kids Voting election was another success and allowed students to participate in an authentic voting experience.� The results of the contested races in the Winchester-Frederick County Kids Voting election were as follows: Governor: Ken Cuccinelli- 55%; Terry McAuliffe- 31%; Robert Sarvis14% Lieutenant Governor: E.W. Jackson- 63%; Ralph Northam- 37% Attorney General: Mark Obenshain- 62%; Mark Herring- 38% House of Delegates (10th): Randy Minchew- 62%; Monte Johnson- 38% House of Delegates (29th): Mark Berg- 62%; Larry Lamar Yates- 38% House of Delegates (33rd): Dave LaRock- 54%; Mary Costello Daniel33%; Patrick Hagerty- 13% A total of 3,004 students voted in the Kids Voting election in Winchester and Frederick County yesterday. That’s down significantly compared to the record 6,338 students who voted in the Kids Voting Winchester-Frederick County election last year. Woolever says, “We expected turnout to be down compared to last year because the Kids Voting election usually mirrors the general election and turnout is always greater in years in which there is a presidential election. That was the case last year and we saw a record turnout for Kids Voting as a result.�

The Warren County Parks and Recreation Department will offer an Open Gym - Volleyball Program on ONLY ON Thursday evenings, 7:30pm-9:30pm effective October 31, 2013. This program is open to those 16 years of age and older and will be held at the Warren County Health & Human Services Complex gym. Cost is $3.00 per participant All programs are subject to cancellation if participation is low. For more information on any of these open gym programs please contact the Parks and Recreation at the WC Community Center office, Monday through Saturday, 8am-10pm or Sunday, 1pm-9pm at (540) 635-1021.

Jump, Stunt And Tumble Camp The Warren County Parks and Recreation Department in conjunction with Skyline High School will be sponsoring the Hawks Elite – Jump, Stunt and Tumble Camp for those Pre-K to 11th graders, at Skyline High School, November 16, 2013. Pre K-7th grade: 8:00am – 12:00pm and 8th – 11th grade: 12:30pm – 4:30pm. Cost is $25.00 per participant. For more information contact Coach Baylis at (540) 633-0366 ext. 31129 or via email at cbaylis@wcps.k12.va.us. Registration forms are available at the Warren County Community Center, 538 Villa Ave. Front Royal, VA 22630 and the Warren County Parks and Recreation Department, 200 E. 8th Street, Front Royal, VA 22630

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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 Friday, November 8 • Forecast 52° | 28° Saturday, November 9 • Forecast 55° | 37° • 7:30 AM – 11 AM Pancake Breakfast. Riverton United Methodist Church Fellowship Hall. 55 E. Strasburg Road, Front Royal. Adults - $6.00; children under 10 - $3.00. • 8am - 5pm Christmas Bazaar. Congregational Christian Fellowship Church, 2908 Middle Road, Winchester. Handmade crafts, a white elephant table, baked goods plus breakfast and lunch will be served for eat in or take out. For more info call (540) 869-3394 or (540) 662-1636. • 8am - 3pm Holiday Bazaar. Limeton United Methodist Church, Limeton. Country/ regular ham sandwiches, baked goods, sugared pecans, fudge, jams, jellies

and Limeton UMC homemade apple butter, crafts - fall and Christmas(including table runners, wreaths, aprons, and many more unique items). Soups to go. Gifts to give....and more. FREE Hot Cider and FREE Samples. More Info: (540) 635-2535 or (540) 636-3647. • 9am - 2pm Holiday Bazaar. Skyline High School. Door prizes! Food! Santa will be here! Vendors still needed. Benefits a scholarship fund. More Info: (540) 635-5278. • 9am - 2pm Craft Bazaar. South Warren Volunteer Fire Department, Bentonville. Today is the CRAFT BAZAAR!! Enjoy pictures with Santa from 11:00a -1:00p (CD with photos available); 1/2 hog raffle drawing @ 1:00p(tickets: $5.00 each or 5/$20.00); Bake Sale; lots of talented craft vendors; door prizes, apple butter, silent auction (ends @ 1:30p); lots of food in the kitchen. More info: Brenda Rutherford at (540) 622-7605. • 11am - 12pm Kooky Chefs Cook

Scandinavia. Samuels Public Library, Front Royal. VALKOMMEN! WELCOME! - Please come and explore the cuisine and culture of Sweden, Denmark and Norway. Ages 8and up. Please Register. • 1pm - 2:30pm Paws for Reading. Bowman Library. Children can read a favorite story to a willing listener--a specially trained dog! Our dogs love to listen to stories. • 2pm - 3pm Dog Agility Demo. Samuels Public Library, Front Royal. Join several dog enthusiasts

Calendar 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. $5.00 in advance or $7.00 at door for adults; $4.00

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or to RSVP please call (540) 6365200, e-mail admissions@rma.edu or signup online at www.rma.edu/ open-house. • 11am - 12pm Veterans Day Service. Warren County Courthouse, Front Royal. Today is the “VETERANS DAY SERVICEâ€? held at the Courthouse. There will be various local school bands and much more to honor those men and women who have served. Sponsored by the American Legion Post 53.

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• It was the ever-proper Emily Post who made the following sage observation: “Manners are a sensitive awareness of the feelings of others. If you have that awareness, you have good manners, no matter what fork you use.â€? • During the Dark Ages in Europe, it was a common belief that the soul of the first person to be buried in a new graveyard would belong to the devil. • If you’re planning a trip to Washington state anytime soon, you might want to head to Olympic National Park and take the Spruce Railroad Trail up to Lake Crescent, a 600foot deep mountain lake. It has a rather spooky history, with Bigfoot sightings and numerous accounts of ghosts and inexplicable sounds in the nearby woods. The native Kallam Indians refused to fish in the lake for fear of stirring up the evil spirits that resided there. Lake Crescent also is the setting for the Lady of the Lake. It seems that in 1940, two local fishermen (not afraid of evil spirits, it seems) found a body there. It turned out to be the remains of one Hallie Illingworth, a waitress who had disappeared in 1937. Her husband had murdered her, weighted her body down and disposed of it in the depths of the lake. But it was those very depths -- or, more accurately, the cold water in those depths -- that preserved the body almost perfectly and made identification possible three years after her death. • Those who study such things say that 40 percent of all modern Chinese people are descended from just three men (dubbed “super-grandfathersâ€?) during the Neolithic period. Thought for the Day: “In the United States there is more space where nobody is than where anybody is. That’s what makes America what it is.â€? -Gertrude Stein

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Realistic Couponing A television series followed shoppers to see how they saved huge amounts of money at the grocery store by using coupons. In many cases, shoppers were able to get hundreds of dollars in items for only a few cents. However, if you looked carefully at the cart, they were often walking out with dozens of the same product. Yes, it was technically a savings if, for example, they were able to get 20 bottles of shampoo for a dime each,

or less. On the practical side, if that’s done with multiple items, storage becomes a problem. If it’s a food item, expiration dates come into play. The trick to couponing is to stay realistic. At least in the beginning, you’ll want to concentrate on items that your family actually uses. Yes, there are many items you can acquire cheaply that you can use for barter, but unless you have time to set up a network of friends and family to swap with, stick to what your family needs right now. If you have a computer, generate a throwaway email account that you don’t use for anything personal and sign up on a few coupon websites. Be prepared for a blast of junk email, but that’s the point of having a throwaway name. Time can be of the essence with these online coupon sites. Delay by a day and you could be out of luck in the manufacturer has set a limit on how many can be printed. Find out when each site uploads its new coupons, and be among the first to the site to see if there’s anything you need. Get the Sunday paper and go through all the coupons. On Wednesday, when grocery stores often have sales on some of those very items, make your purchases. You save even more by using the coupons. While you’re in the checkout line, flip through a few magazines to see if there are any manufacturer coupons worth having. Once you get out of the store, look at the back of your receipt to see if it contains any coupons. If you don’t mind giving out your personal information (misspell your name and don’t give your street address), sign up for the store’s frequent shopper card, and use your throwaway email address. While you’re there, ask whether they accept coupons that have been printed off the Internet. Some stores don’t. And check the junk mail at home. Best bet for successful couponing: Start small. David Uffington regrets that he cannot personally answer reader questions, but will incorporate them into his column whenever possible. Send email to columnreply2@gmail. com.

COLLECTING By Larry Cox

Decoder Ring Q: I have a Little Orphan Annie decoder ring. It is in excellent condition. Can you direct me to someone who might be interested in purchasing it? -- James, Holdenville, Okla. A: First a little history lesson, so “heads up, class.� Little Orphan Annie was the creation of cartoonist

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Calendar Story Time Creative Movement, Yoga & Sensory Playshop Students will explore movement, literature and age-appropriate yoga poses through seasonal themes. Games, songs, stories, exciting props, movement, centering and relaxation will be included over the six weeks. For those 3&4 years old, Saturdays, November 23, December 7th & 14th , 9:30am to 10:15am. For those 5-8 years old, Saturdays November 23rd, December 7th & 14th, 10:30am to 11:30am. Cost is $25.00 per child for the 3 classes. Children are asked to wear comfortable clothing for movement! All programs are taught by JoAnna McCue-Martin, M.Ed., certified Creative Kids Yoga Instructor and will be held, at the Warren County Community Center 538 Villa Ave., Front Royal. For more information or to register contact workshop instructor: JoAnna McCue-Martin, M.Ed. At (540) 6647614 or via email at jmccuemartin@yahoo.com

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CALENDAR, from 29 Wednesday, November 13 • 10:15am - 11:15am Toddler Story Time. Samuels Public Library, Front Royal. Do you have favorite foods? Join in as a story about yummy favorites is read and then make an edible craft! Siblings welcome. • 11am - 12pm Preschool Story

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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.). Webworms feed on leaves inside their webs thus safeguarding themselves from hungry predators. They work through the night, expanding their feeding areas, increasing the size of their colonies ; hence the webs grow quickly (a four foot long nest encompassing many branches could result with most all

leaves consumed.) The unpleasant appearance of Fall Webworms does not necessarily indicate the worst as they are eating leaves the trees soon will drop before Winter. If a tree is not stressed in other ways, it should suffer no serious damage. 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. Consider one of the following alternatives to deal with these pests. Burning these webs

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The Front Royal/Warren County Tree Steward program began in 1997 with volunteers dedicated to improving the health of trees by providing educational programs, tree planting and care demonstrations, and tree maintenance throughout the community. The group now consists of over 30 active members with several interns working toward becoming certified tree stewards from our annual “All About Trees Class�. Each month Stewart will answer a question from our readers. Please forward it to “Stewart� in care of: frwctreestewards@comcast.net and we may publish it in a future issue. Please visit our website at: www.treesfrontroyal.org.

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Calendar CALENDAR, from 32 Thursday, November 14 • 9:30am - 12:30pm Film Festival. Alamo Drafthouse Cinema. These are films produced by people with disabilities, and most of the actors have disabilities as well. It’s a series of short films that entertain, inform and just plain blow you away! They range from short documentaries to dramatic and humorous storytelling. Not be missed! BRCTH sets up an exhibit in the lobby at the Alamo, as do other service providers. For more information call (540) 6650461 and to purchase tickets visit http://www.brownpapertickets. com/event/502364. • 10am - 11am English as a Second Language. Samuels Public Library, Front Royal. This class is for anyone who wants to learn

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English. • 10:15am - 11:15am Toddler Story Time. Samuels Public Library, Front Royal. Do you have favorite foods? Join in as a story about yummy favorites is read and then make an edible craft! Siblings welcome. • 11am - 12pm Preschool Story Time. Samuels Public Library, Front Royal. Do you have favorite foods? Join in as a story about yummy favorites is read and then make an edible craft. Siblings welcome. • 11am - 12pm Salvation Army Kettle Kick-Off. Royal Plaza Shopping Center, Front Royal. Today is the Salvation Army’s Kettle KickOff Ceremony. It will be held in front of K-Mart in the Royal Plaza Shopping Center. The funds raised through the kettles each holiday season remain in the local area. To volunteer to be a bell ringer please call (540)635-4020 or to donate online visit www.onlineredkettle. org/FrontRoyalVA. • 11:30am - 2pm Educational Seminar. Front Royal Administration Building, Front Royal. The Shenandoah Valley Chapter International Association of Administrative Professionals (IAAP) invites you to attend an educational afternoon “Journey Towards Professionalism.” What is Professionalism? Why is Professionalism important in the workplace? What affects Professionalism - or lack of Professionalism? What are the benefits of Professionalism? Lunch will be served. For costs and RSVP please contact President Monica Dodson at (540) 6357819 or mdodson@frontroyalva. com. • 6pm - 9pm Film Festival. Alamo Drafthouse Cinema. These are films produced by people with

disabilities, and most of the actors have disabilities as well. It’s a series of short films that entertain, inform and just plain blow you away! They range from short documentaries to dramatic and humorous storytelling. Not be missed! BRCTH sets up an exhibit in the lobby at the Alamo, as do other service providers. For more information call (540) 6650461 and to purchase tickets visit http://www.brownpapertickets. com/event/502364 • 6:30pm - 7:30pm Better Answers to the Big Questions. Samuels Public Library, Front Royal. Robert Colacurico will discuss selected questions from his recent book, “The Little Book of Better Questions”. Real answers come from good questions, and the better the question, the better the answer. • 7pm - 8pm Overeaters Anonymous. Marlow Heights Baptist Church, 517 Braxton Rd, Front Royal. Do you suspect food rules your life? Overeaters Anonymous may be the answer for you. It is not a diet club, but a Fellowship of people recovering from compulsive overeating. OA offers mutual support. The only requirement for membership is a desire to stop eating compulsively. There are no dues, fees or weighins. Friday, November 15 • 10:30am - 1:30pm Film Festival. Handley Library. These are films produced by people with disabilities, and most of the actors have disabilities as well. It’s a series of short films that entertain, inform and just plain blow you away! They range from short documentaries to dramatic and humorous storytelling. Not be missed! BRCTH sets

up an exhibit in the lobby at the Alamo, as do other service providers. For more information call (540) 665-0461 and to purchase tickets visit http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/502364. • 2pm - 6pm Christmas Bazaar. Amerisist of Stephens City, 110 Spanish Oak Rd, Stephens City. Local business, crafters & artisans. Shop early for unique gifts. Mary Kay, 31, Jewelry by Donna, Pampered Chef, Valley Sports and more. Call today to reserve your space or for more information: (540) 270-3336. • 5:30pm - 8:30pm Thirty-One Gifts: Bingo for Gore’s Body of Hope Relay for Life Team. Round Hill Ruritan Building, Rte. 50 West, Winchester. We will be playing 20 games, all for Thirty-One Products. There will food available for purchase, Door prizes, Raffle Bags and Tip Jars! Tickets are $20.00 in advance or $25.00 at the door. To reserve tickets please call Sara at (540) 664-8177 or Phyllis at (540) 858-3047 Anyone who reserves tickets on advance will be placed into a special drawing. • 7pm - 10pm Film Festival. Unitarian Universalist Church. 6380 Valley Pike, Stephens City. These are films produced by people with disabilities, and most of the actors have disabilities as well. It’s a series of short films that entertain, inform and just plain blow you away! They range from short documentaries to dramatic and humorous storytelling. Not be missed! BRCTH sets up an exhibit in the lobby at the Alamo, as do other service providers. For more information call (540) 6650461 and to purchase tickets visit http://www.brownpapertickets. com/event/502364.

Saturday, November 16 • 7:30am - 12pm 5K Run for Healthier Babies. Line up at Town Hall, Stephens City. All proceeds will be going to The March of Dimes. For more info contact Rachel Ortiz (540)67-1608. • 8am - 3pm Child and Babysitting Class. Lord Fairfax EMS Council Training Room. Targeted ages for this class are 11- to 15-year-olds. Participants will learn safety and injury prevention, babysitting as a business, first aid, CPR and basic care giving needs. Cost is $75 and registration is first come first serve. Registration can be done at www.lfems.vaems.org. After the course, students will be certified in child and babysitting safety. Certification is good for two years. Students should bring a packed lunch and any drinks or snacks he or she may want. For more info: Elizabeth Lorenz at lfemscpr@vaems. org. (540) 665-0014. • 8am - 3pm UMC Christmas Country Store. United Methodist Church, 560 Bethel Church Rd. Old-fashioned “Christmas Country Store” fund-raiser. Items for sale include church-made apple butter; holiday baked goods; Christmas decorations, trees, and centerpieces; seasonal sweaters, coats, and accessories; home décor items and furnishings; gifts and jewelry; festive dishes and glassware; and more! Hot lunch served, mid-day. Vendors welcome! For vendor reservations and other inquiries, contact Dolly Armentrout, Chairperson: (540) 662-9155. • 9am - 2pm Multi Vendor Crafts Fair. Central High School, Susan Avenue, Woodstock. The Central High School After Prom CommitSee CALENDAR, 35

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Main/Chester Streets, Front Royal. Today the Town is celebrating its 225th Anniversary in the Gazebo Area. Enjoy music, displays, present and former Mayors recollection of their years as Mayor and much more. • 1pm - 5pm Ries Family Victory Benefit. 4796 Reliance Road, Front Royal. Winning the War against Cancer. Stevie Foster’s trick Mule - Gracie, Music by: Richard Parker, Danny Figgins & Robyn Arnold, Meal included. Cost: $10-adult, $5 children over 10; under 10 free. For more information, call Laura at (540) 692-9091, paypal donations also accepted, StephensVictory@ gmail.com. • 2pm - 3pm Pen and Ink. Samuels Public Library, Front Royal. Do you enjoy being creative? Do you often write, draw, or make crafts

in your spare time? Come join in for PEN AND INK, an exciting new club for young adults. This club’s emphasis will be entirely flexible, offering help to those who wish to learn more, and providing a forum for anyone who wants to share ideas. If you have an imagination, this might just be the club for you. Ages 12 and up. Please register. • 4pm - 5pm Spaghetti Dinner. American Legion Hall, 217 Laurel Street, Front Royal. Grace Christian Ministries is having an all you can eat Spaghetti Dinner today! Spaghetti with meat and vegetarian sauce, garlic bread, salad. Prices for the dinner: $8.00/adult and $5.00/children under 10 years. There will be live music, bake sale and a raffle. This fundraiser is to help raise money towards their building fund. Please contact the following individuals to reserve a ticket: Pastor Carlton Roman (540) 671-0759; Mother Betty Smith (540) 683-1345; Lady Shannon Roman (540) 671-1103; Secretary Cheryl Hammon (540) 671-1096.

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Winchester Crime of the Week - November 4, 2013 Location: 200 Block of Kern St., Winchester, VA 22601 Date of Crime: Thursday, October 17, 2013 between 21:45 and 22:00 hours Type of Crime: Assault / Malicious Wounding On Thursday, October 17th, an 82 year old male was assaulted outside of his residence in the 200 block of Kern Street, by an unknown assailant. The suspect struck the Victim in the back of the head with a shovel knocking him to the ground. Once on the ground, the assailant struck him several more times in the head with the shovel before fleeing the area.Also, on December 11, 2012, the Victim’s store was robbed at gunpoint by three (3) unknown assailants. In that incident, the subject armed with a handgun also assaulted the same victim.If you have any information regarding a suspect or suspects involved in these crimes, 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 28, 2013 This week’s Crime Solvers crime involves a burglary and grand larceny at THE 200 block of Indian Hollow Road on September 20, 2013. The victim reported that unknown suspect(s) entered the residence and took an XBox 360 console bundle that included two remotes and a Kinect game sensor, two Nintendo Wii consoles, 20 XBox 360 video games and a DVD player. The value of the stolen items is estimated at $1750.00. 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 #13005180 Investigator C. T. Streit

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Dorothy A. “Dot” Schoppet Dorothy Anna “Dot” Senior Schoppet, 95, of Stephens City, Virginia, died Sunday, November 3, 2013, in Winchester Medical Center. Memorial contributions may be made to Esther Boyd Animal Shelter, 161 Fort Collier Road, Winchester, Virginia, 22603. Leota S. Elder Leota Snider Elder, residing in Frederick, MD since 2011 died November 3, 2013 at Frederick Memorial Hospital. She was 83. Memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer’s Foundation of America, 322 Eighth Ave., 7th fl., New York, NY 10001. Michelle B. Rees Michelle Rene Brooking Rees, age 40, of Winchester, Virginia, passed away on Friday, November 1, 2013 at her residence. Memorial contributions may be made to the Michelle Brooking Rees Memorial Fund, Account Number: 6559707408 c/o Wells Fargo Bank, 201 North Loudoun St., Winchester, VA 22601. Beverly F. Wills Beverly F. Wills, 88, of Winchester, Virginia, died, October 30, 2013 in the care of Blue Ridge Hospice Care Center. She is survived by her loving and devoted husband of 67 years, Raymond P. Wills. Memorial contributions may be made to Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic Church, 130 Keating Dr., Winchester, VA 22601 or C-CAP, P. O. Box 2112, Winchester, VA 22604. Jean Margaret Miller Jean Margaret Miller, 83, daughter of the late Winchester florist Herbert William Miller and Edna RuthLamb of Elkton, VA., died on 29 October 2013 of complications from pneumonia. She had long been a resident of Washington, D.C.’s Dupont Circle neighborhood before relocating last fall to Spring Arbor in Winchester, VA. he family wishes to extend heartfelt thanks to the wonderful staff of Spring Arbor and to the supportive caregivers at Blue Ridge Hospice. Memorial contributions may be made to the Blue Ridge Hospice, 333 West Cork Street, Winchester, VA 22602. Kenneth Wayne Adams Kenneth Wayne Adams, 67, of Stephens City, died Tuesday, October 29, 2013 at his residence. Private arrrangements are by Phelps Funeral & Cremation Service, Winchester. James Alvin Stonesifer James Alvin Stonesifer, 86, of Winchester, VA, went to be with the Lord on Monday, October 28, 2013 at Lynn Care Assisted Living Facility in Front Royal, VA. Amy P. Hartman Amy Hartman, 46, of Middletown, Virginia died Sunday, October 27, 2013, at Fauquier Hospital, Warrenton, Virginia. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to Amy Hartman memorial, Adirondack Forty-Sixers, P.O. Box 180, Cadyville, NY 19218. Checks may be made payable to the Adirondack Forty-Sixers. Wilda V. Heishman Wilda Violetta Himelwright Heishman, 84, of Stephenson, Virginia, died Sunday, October 27, 2013, in Winchester Medical Center. Memorial contributions may be made to Winchester Medical Center, 1840 Amherst Street, Winchester, Virginia 22601

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Calendar CALENDAR, from 35 Tuesday, November 19 • 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. • 4:30pm - 5:30pm Big Kids Story Time. Samuels Public Library, Front Royal. For kindergarten and up. Come in and enjoy a story and a craft that highlights favorite Cozy Times. • 6:30pm - 7:30pm Health Care Reform. Samuels Public Library, Front Royal. Kati Ritter will provide an overview of the Affordable Care Act and a timeline of all the changes, including the impact to businesses, non-profits, and individuals and how they should prepare. Wednesday, November 20 • 10am - 11am Books and Beyond. Samuels Public Library, Front Royal. New members are always welcome in the library book club. This month’s book is “Lion in the White House” by Aida D. Donald (rescheduled from last month). • 10:15am - 11:15am Toddler Story Time. Samuels Public Library, Front Royal. Share stories and a craft that highlights the wonderful warm holiday of Thanksgiving. What are you thankful for? Siblings welcome. • 11am - 12pm Preschool Story Time. Samuels Public Library, Front Royal. Share stories and a craft that highlights the wonderful warm holiday of Thanksgiving. What are you thankful for? Siblings welcome. • 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: Microsoft Office • 6:30pm - 7:30pm The Climate Reality Project. Samuels Public Library, Front Royal. Join Doug Norton to learn about the reality of climate change. Doug is a member of the Climate Reality Project, educators who also build local networks of climate activists who work in their own communities and countries demanding solutions.

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• 7pm - 8pm Planning Commission Meeting. County of Warren Government Center. Thursday, November 21 • 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. Share stories and a craft that highlights the wonderful warm holiday of Thanksgiving. What are you thankful for? Siblings welcome. • 11am - 12pm Preschool Story Time. Samuels Public Library, Front Royal. Share stories and a craft that highlights the wonderful warm holiday of Thanksgiving. What are you thankful for? Siblings welcome. • 5pm - 8pm Third Thursday ArtWalk. Downtown Front Royal • 6pm - 7pm Liaison Committee Meeting. Warren County Government Center, Front Royal. Tonight is the bi-monthly Liaison Meeting between the Town and County Governments. • 6:30pm - 7:30pm U.S. Presidents and Terrorism. Samuels Public Library, Front Royal. The recent presidents of our country have struggled with terrorism, but the threat of terrorism is not new. Dr. Charles P. Lickson will discuss the history of terror threats in the U.S. from George Washington to Barack Obama. • 7pm - 8pm Overeaters Anonymous. Marlow Heights Baptist Church, 517 Braxton Rd, Front Royal. Do you suspect food rules your life? Overeaters Anonymous may be the answer for you. It is not a diet club, but a Fellowship of people recovering from compulsive overeating. OA offers mutual support. The only requirement for membership is a desire to stop eating compulsively. There are no dues, fees or weigh-ins. Friday, November 22 • 2pm - 6pm Christmas Bazaar. Amerisist of Stephens City, 110 Spanish Oak Rd, Stephens City. Local business, crafters & artisans. Shop early for unique gifts. Mary Kay, 31, Jewelry by Donna, Pampered Chef, Valley Sports and more. Call today to reserve your space or for more information: (540) 270-3336. • 5pm - 6pm DECK THE HALLS. Blue Ridge Arts Council, Front Royal. 11th Annual “DECK THE HALLS”.

This very popular event is a major fundraiser for the Blue Ridge Arts Council and one of the most anticipated holiday happenings in the community. There are many ways to participate: decorating a tree or wreath, providing items for the silent auction holiday gift baskets, and by purchasing one of these beautiful artistic creations for your home or office. If you are interested in decorating a tree or wreath you may pick up the undecorated items and at the gallery. Please call the gallery for more information (540) 635-9909. • 7pm - 10pm Front Porch Style Pickin’ Party. Warren County Senior Center, 1217 Commonwealth Ave, Front Royal. All levels of talent are welcome. Acoustic instruments only. • 8pm - 10:30pm The Three Musketeers. Skyline High School, 151 Skyline Vista Drive, Front Royal. A play based on the exciting novel by Dumas will be presented by the Christendom College Players at Skyline High School auditorium. Tickets may be purchased at the door. For more information call (540) 636-2900, ext. 1390. Saturday, November 23 • 1pm - 2:30pm Paws for Reading. Bowman Library. Children can read a favorite story to a willing listener--a

Deputy recognized for contributions Winchester Sheriff ’s Deputy, Greg Lambert, was awarded a plaque for his outstanding contributions to the Winchester Sheriff ’s Office and the citizens of Winchester from the Horseshoe Curve Benevolent Association. Winchester Football Officials Association Presents Sportsmanship Awards to Frederick County Middle School and James Wood High School Football Teams The Winchester Football Officials Association (WFOA) has awarded its 2013 Good Sportsmanship Awards to the James Wood High School varsity football team and the Frederick County Middle School football team. The awards are presented annually to one varsity and one non-varsity football team served by the WFOA. Each team will receive a plaque in recognition of the honor. Frederick County Middle School principal Susan Brinkmeier says, “This marks the second consecutive year that our football team has been recognized for outstanding sportsmanship by the WFOA. I’m proud of the players and coaches who have represented themselves and our school very well.” James Wood High School principal Joe Salyer says, “It’s an honor to

specially trained dog! Our dogs love to listen to stories. • 1pm - 4pm Longaberger Basket/ Vera Bradley Bingo. War Memorial Building at Jim Barnett Park, Winchester. Event benefits the non-profit Blue Ridge Center for Therapeutic Horsemanship. $20 advance sale; $25 at the door. Almost $2000 in baskets, bags and more! 14 games, many new items and patterns! Baskets and bags will contain Scentsy items as well. Raffles for very special basket and bag, as well as advancesale ticket drawing, 50/50 and additional raffles. Pizza and snacks will be available. Proceeds will provide scholarships for children and adults with special needs. For tickets or for more information, contact Margie Youngs at (540) 533-2777 or at brcthinc@hotmail.com. • 2pm - 3pm Chess Challenge. Samuels Public Library, Front Royal. Meet other kids and teens who enjoy the challenge of a good chess game. Ages 8 and up. Please register. • 5pm - 6pm DECK THE HALLS. Blue Ridge Arts Council, Front Royal. 11th Annual “DECK THE HALLS”. This very popular event is a major fundraiser for the Blue Ridge Arts Council and one of the most anticipated holiday happenings in the community. There are many ways to participate: decorating a tree or

wreath, providing items for the silent auction holiday gift baskets, and by purchasing one of these beautiful artistic creations for your home or office. If you are interested in decorating a tree or wreath you may pick up the undecorated items and at the gallery. Please call the gallery for more information (540) 635-9909. • 8pm - 10:30pm The Three Musketeers. Skyline High School, 151 Skyline Vista Drive, Front Royal. A play based on the exciting novel by Dumas will be presented by the Christendom College Players at Skyline High School auditorium. Tickets may be purchased at the door. For more information call (540) 636-2900, ext. 1390.

have our varsity football team recognized for the good sportsmanship they’ve exhibited throughout the year. I appreciate the Winchester Football Officials Association taking time to recognize area student athletes for the positive character traits they exhibit by practicing good sportsmanship.” Schools Superintendent David Sovine says, “Practicing good sportsmanship is an important part of interscholastic athletics for players, coaches and fans. I’m very pleased that the WFOA is recognizing the football teams at both James Wood High School and Frederick County Middle School for exhibiting outstanding sportsmanship throughout the season. Everyone involved with those two programs is to be commended.”

the town tree. Our goal is to make sure every branch has an ornament and the tree is covered in red, white and blue. Ornaments can be donated for $10 a piece or 3 for $25. Donation forms can be found at the Town Office and online at the Town’s Website. Your donation will go directly to the Veterans’ Memorial Fund. Please help us make this year’s tree patriotic by honoring our veterans!

Christmas on the Commons– Veterans’ Memorial Fundraiser, Stephens City, VA This year, as always, the Christmas on the Commons will have a tree lighting ceremony, but as last year the tree will be decorated in nothing but red, white and blue and you can help! Due to the success of last year, the Business Association, along with the Town, is holding another fundraising effort for the construction of the Veteran’s Memorial on the Newtown Commons. You can help by donating and sponsoring red, white and blue Christmas ornaments for

Sunday, November 24 • 3pm - 5:30pm The Three Musketeers. Skyline High School, 151 Skyline Vista Drive, Front Royal. A play based on the exciting novel by Dumas will be presented by the Christendom College Players at Skyline High School auditorium. Tickets may be purchased at the door. There will be an encore performance at 8pm. For more information call (540) 6362900, ext. 1390. – briefs@warrencountyreport.com

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The view from Happy Creek Trail Bridge. See story pg 22

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Engle’s Angle ENGLE:

Getting out by Kevin S. Engle

Now that I work for myself, and from home, or at least tell people I do, I don’t get out all that much during the week. In fact, when I pull in the driveway on Sunday morning after church and grocery shopping, I may not go back out for days. Today is Wednesday. I haven’t been past our mailbox since Sunday. Most weeks, I’m fine with that, but other times, I get a bit stir crazy. Before anyone calls the police and reports my wife for forcing me to stay on the grounds, you can put the phone down. Now that I’ve figured out how to take off the ankle bracelet and put it back it on without her knowing, I can come and go any time I want to. But, and it’s a big one, if I’m not here, I’m not working. If it’s a weekday, this is where I’m supposed to be. This is where my office is. Sure, I can sneak out a bit early, but when you work from home, where do you sneak out to? The back yard? Lately, I’ve been trying to schedule at least one big outing per week. That usually includes a trip to the dump to get rid of garbage. But not on Wednesdays. The dump is closed on Wednesdays. And I don’t go Monday or Tuesday either. I don’t feel like I’ve earned time out of the office so early in the week. Therefore, the big outing usually falls on a Thursday or Friday. I get excited. I look forward to it days in advance. And like a vacation

or any big trip, I have to get ready for it. Before going to the dump, I have to do some prep work and that involves garage time. Are all my recyclables sorted into their appropriate bins? Newspapers in one, plastic in another and glass and aluminum as well. Do I have any cardboard to get rid of? And of course, I can’t forget the garbage itself. It’s all very exhilarating. Ok, do I need gas? If so, this would be an excellent time to get it. Well, since my car hasn’t moved in days, probably not. What about the Post Office? Do I need a stamp? Remember they’re closed for lunch between twelve and one. Or what about some vitamins from the drug store? The ones I take to help me maintain such an active and busy lifestyle. If I feel like living on the edge, I’ll go to Walmart for laundry detergent and toilet paper, although I only do that when I have enough time to nap when I get home. My body isn’t used to the adrenaline rush and crash that follows. If it’s Thursday, I may even buy lunch. You can only eat so many peanut butter and jelly sandwiches. I like them, but you gotta mix it up every now and then. And if it’s Friday, I’ll pick up a pizza or Chinese for dinner. I never go out without first making a list of where I’m going and in what order. With all the excitement

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I’m about to have, it’s hard to think straight. The list lets me focus on the tasks at hand. The dump is always stop number one. You don’t want to be driving around very long with garbage in your car. And if I’m bringing food home, that’s typically last. I’ve also noticed that when I don’t drive all that much, I don’t drive all

that well when I do. Have you ever gone for an extended period of time, weeks maybe, without driving? You have to get comfortable again behind the wheel. Based on the number of horns I hear, and middle fingers I see, I think there’s room for improvement. Maybe I should just get a real job?

One that gets me out of the house. I’ll think about that. As soon as I take a nap. The author has scheduled a visit to an ATM machine next week. It’s going to be a good week. – kevinengle456@comcast.net

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