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Steep park fee hikes under consideration Many local officials concerned about negative impact on tourism

A National Park Service employee takes entrance payment from the very first car on opening day of Skyline Drive in Front Royal, Va. October 23, 1932. NPS Photo.

By Dan McDermott Warren/Frederick County Report Just two years after raising fees to enter Skyline Drive and Shenandoah National Park, the National Park Service is considering increasing them again and by a much larger amount.

The prices would go up during the peak months of June through October. According to the Park Service, the new money “would generate badly needed revenue for improvements to the aging infrastructure of national parks. This includes roads, bridges, campgrounds, waterlines, bathrooms,

and other visitor services.” A total of 17 popular national parks are being considered for fee increases. Current fees for a 7 day pass to Shenandoah National Park are $25 for a non-commercial vehicle, $20 for a motorcycle, $10 for a person on foot or a bicycle and $50 for an annual pass to Shenandoah/Skyline Drive. The proposed new fees would be $70 for a vehicle, $50 for a motorcycle, $30 for a person on a bike or on foot and $75 for an annual pass to the park. An annual pass to all federal lands, including national parks, would remain $80 and would seem the obvious choice to buy. “The infrastructure of our national parks is aging and in need of renovation and restoration,” said U.S. Secretary of the Interior Ryan Zinke in a press release. “Targeted fee increases at some of our most-visited parks will help ensure that they are protected and preserved in perpetuity and that visitors enjoy a world-class experience that mirrors the amazing destinations they are visiting. We need to have the vision to look at the future of our parks and take action in order to ensure that our grandkids’ grandkids will have the same if not better experience than we

have today. Shoring up our parks’ aging infrastructure will do that.” According to the National Park Service Asset Inventory Summary the amount of deferred maintenance on paved roads, structures and other facilities totals $11.3 billion nationwide. Shenandoah National Park has a total of 1,190 “assets,” including 318 buildings, 5 campgrounds, 142 trails, 65 fresh and waste water systems, 105 unpaved roads and 300 paved roads. As of 2016, the park had deferred $75.7 million of normal maintenance work and $11.4 million of critical systems maintenance work. According to the NPS release, “If implemented, estimates suggest that the peak-season price structure could increase national park revenue by $70 million per year. That is a 34 percent increase over the $200 million collected in Fiscal Year 2016. Under the Federal Lands Recreation Enhancement Act, 80% of an entrance fee remains in the park where it is collected. The other 20% is spent on projects in other national parks.” Virginia’s senior US Senator Mark R. Warner favors allocating funds from royalties the federal government gets from oil and gas reserves. “Dra-

matic fee hikes like this are not the answer to the National Park Service maintenance backlog. Senator Warner introduced bipartisan legislation in March, widely praised by conservation groups, that would temporarily reallocate $500 million annually from existing federal royalty payments to begin addressing the $12 billion maintenance backlog in a methodical and responsible way,” a spokesperson from Warner’s office emailed. In March, Senator Tim M. Kaine, a longtime fan and user of state and national parks, supported the WarnerPortman bipartisan National Park Service Legacy Act which would have allocated the $500 million per year from royalties to national parks through 2047. “A huge jump in cost like this would make it harder for Virginia’s families to visit Shenandoah National Park, which so many of us treat like an extension of our backyards, and hurt our tourism economy. National Parks are meant to be affordable so middle-class families can enjoy America’s most spectacular natural beauty. This principle dates back to the National Park Service’s founding in 1916. The Trump See PARK, 4

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PARK, from 2 Administration and congressional Republicans would rather shift these costs onto Americans families, instead of covering maintenance costs in the regular budget process. They aren’t unable to invest in the parks; they are unwilling,” Kaine said. 6th District Rep. Bob W. Goodlatte supports increasing fees but perhaps not tripling them. “Shenandoah National Park, like the rest of the park system, faces a significant maintenance backlog that jeopardizes the ability of these federal lands to continue to serve Americans. This backlog needs to be addressed. I am carefully reviewing Secretary Zinke’s proposal and the impacts it will have on communities in the Sixth District. While I support increasing entrance fees in an effort to help tackle the maintenance backlog, we need to make sure it is done in a common sense way that will not discourage visitors or harm local economies,” Goodlatte said. Local reaction was a mixture of recognition of the need for infrastructure improvements and the logic of getting that money from people who actually use the facilities but also concern that such a drastic change could cause fewer people to visit our area and spend money on food, gas, lodging and local shops as they do each summer and fall. Front Royal Mayor Hollis L. Tharpe appears cautiously optimistic about the long term impact. “As infrastructure ages maintenance needs to occur. Unfortunately the prices of labor and materials have risen over the years and to insure there is enough money to complete the projects, government bodies raise taxes or fees to fund these types of projects. Myself like others don’t like taxes or any type of fees to increase, but unfortunately this occurs. Hopefully the infrastructure projects will be a win/win for the Town of Front Royal with an increasing tourism flow into town. I’m happy the park personnel are keeping the parks looking beautiful for all to enjoy,” Tharpe said.

Warren County Administrator Douglas P. Stanley said he was aware of the recent proposal. “While we understand and appreciate the need to improve infrastructure in the park and recognize that 80% of the revenue will go back to Shenandoah for infrastructure improvements, I think we do have some concerns on the amount of the proposed increase on the heels of other recent increases. Since 2015, the daily fee has increased from $15 to $25 per vehicle. At the time, most people supported the increase to help address the issue of aging infrastructure in our parks and to improve the overall park experience. “The new proposal would take the daily fee up to $70 during peak season, a 280% increase. As proposed, this increase could potentially have serious implications on the number of people visiting the largest tourism destination in our region and thus impact the multitude of restaurants, hotels, and businesses that depend on the park to make a living. In addition, the proposed increase will have the effect of impacting those most on the lower end of the economic ladder by making it less affordable for them to access our nations fantastic park system. “We will be reviewing the impact and presenting information to the Board of Supervisors to consider making an official statement in opposition to the proposed fee increase,” Stanley said. Happy Creek District Supervisor and County Board Vice Chair Tony F. Carter worries about the impact on tourism, “I was unaware of the proposed rate increase. There is certainly

a need to improve the aging infrastructure of our park system and, with very little state or federal funds available, the only option is the user fees. The proposed fee structure increase is very steep and may reduce the number of visitors to the park because of the price and, therefore hurt some of our local businesses such as restaurants, motels, etc. that rely on tourism, and thus impact our workforce. We need to find out more regarding the plan. I believe the Board and Town Council should address this and voice our concerns to the park about the potential negative economic impact to localities. This is something that they may not have considered,” Carter said. North River District Supervisor Daniel J. Murray, Jr. thinks the amount of the increase is way over the top, “These fee increases are excessive. This may keep people away from visiting the park and more importantly our area business community. I could see a sliding fee increase over a period of time NOT ALL AT ONCE !!!!! We need to be vocal about this issue to protect our local enterprises. Could this cause small operations to go under?? Only time will tell. “I agree that there is a need for maintenance and cost controls!!!! Could the restaurants stay open year around? I have been told they close in November. They need to partner with those that will be directly and indirectly impacted. The general public must be a part of this decision,” Murray wrote. The public is invited to comment on the proposed new fees. From the National Park Service:

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Front Royal Town Council votes yes on Blue Ridge Heritage Project Memorial honors people who were displaced for the creation of the Shenandoah National Park in the 1920s

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By Timothy Ratigan Warren & Frederick County Report The Front Royal Town Council met on October 23, and on their agenda was the approval of a memorial submitted by the Blue Ridge Heritage Project. During the 1920s and well into the 1930s, the Commonwealth of Virginia used eminent domain to acquire land, then the Commonwealth donated the land to the federal government for the creation of the Shenandoah National Park. Because of this action, more than 500 families and individuals were displaced from over 1,000 parcels of land. “The Blue Ridge Heritage Project seeks to acknowledge and honor the people whose sacrifices made it possible for us to have the park,” Chairman Daryl G. Merchant, of the Front Royal Warren County Chapter of the Blue Ridge Heritage Project stated in a letter addressed to the Front Royal’s mayor and town council. Warren, Albemarle, Augusta, Greene, Madison, Page, Rappahannock and Rockingham Counties were involved in the land acquisition that resulted in the creation of the park. In the letter, Merchant outlined the organization’s mission which is to develop a monument site in each of the eight counties affected by the action. This will be used to educate visitors about the lives and culture of the people who lived in the mountains through living history presentations, exhibits and demonstrations. In Warren County alone nearly 13,000 acres of land comprising approximately 115 different parcels are located within the park and more than 75 property owners with 32 family surnames are listed. Each of the memorial sites will reflect the unique culture of its community. The memorial itself will be an obelisk constructed from local stone in the shape of a chimney. One bronze plaque will contain the surnames of the local displaced families and individuals. Educational displays and signage will tell the story of the creation of the park and the impact it had on the local community. The site itself consists of a 16 by 22foot area with an all-weather surface. The stone chimney will be approximately five feet wide and nine feet tall. A flagpole, two benches, and information signage are included in the plans. Construction costs are to be paid

for by the fundraising efforts of the local chapter of the Blue Ridge Heritage Project. The Blue Ridge Heritage Project was seeking permission from the Town Council to locate the memorial on town-owned land located on the north side of Criser Road, between the county-owned Burrell Brooks Park and Happy Creek. This location would also be on the southern terminus of the Town’s Happy Creek Trail. The Council voted 5-0 to adopt a resolution to contribute the requested land for the memorial. Councilman Chris Morrison was absent from the meeting. The council also approved on its first reading and public hearing an ordinance to change the current town code regarding the application process for the posting of banners. These banners are provided by civic, church and assorted non-profit organizations to advertise upcoming events and fundraisers. The town has in the past several years offered these groups an opportunity to advertise their events and fundraisers at no cost. The banners are located across North Royal Avenue and John Marshall Highway. In the recent past the town has seen a marked increase in requests and reservations for the banners. This increase

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sion to discuss consulting with legal counsel to obtain legal advice, specifically relating to the former Front Royal Town Hall. Slated for discussion was: the assignment, appointment, or performance of public officers or employees of the town council. residency requirements of town department head or heads, and whether those requirements should be waived or modified, for good and acceptable cause, on a case by case basis. food and beverage (“meals”) taxes and lodging tax issues in the U.S. 340/522 corridor under the provisions of the Freedom of Information Act. – tim@areaguides.com

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Warren Support for Jill Vogel for Lt. Governor Nov. 8 County Report

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As Chairman of the Warren County Republican Committee, it may not come as a surprise that I am supporting Jill Vogel for Lt. Governor on Tuesday, November 8th. What you may not expect is why I think you should as well. Unlike most candidates for

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Local members win at Virginia State 4-H Championship Horse Show Boots, Helmets and Horses were the theme at the annual equine event

Katie Dawson placed 10th in barrels, Reserve in Stakes race out of 26, and the top 10 in Horse Judging and Hippology at the Virginia State 4-H Championship Horse Show.

Tori Hensell placed 8th in poles out of 26 and Reserve in Horsemanship at the Virginia State 4-H Championship Horse Show.

Olivia Heflin placed 2nd out of 50 in the Hunter Showmanship Sr.; 7th and 8th in Regular Hunter Over Fences Sr. and 6th in Hunter Equitation over Fences Sr. at the Virginia State 4-H Championship Horse Show. Autumn Thomas –placed 3rd in Training Level Dressage test 2; placed 6th in Training level Dressage test 1; in Dressage Showmanship, she took 1st place; and in Dressage Showmanship she was the Grand Champion out of 26 at the Virginia State 4-H Championship Horse Show.

By Debbi Garrett Every year horse enthusiasts within and around the Virginia 4-H Equine program gather in September in Lexington, at the Virginia Horse Center for the Championship Horse Show. “The 4-H members work hard

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throughout the year, practicing their discipline, conditioning their horses, and working on their equitation. This Horse and Pony show is the culmination of all their hard work throughout the year,” said Debbi Garrett, who is the leader of the (Warren County) Skyline Riders Horse and Pet 4-H

Club. The Virginia State 4-H Championship horse show took place from September 13 to 17 this year. Many disciplines of riding are represented each year, including Western pleasure, dressage, hunter, driving, minis, barrel racing, pole bending, gaited and more. Garrett described a typical schedule for the riders at the event. She said the riders start arriving on Thursday morning, and upon check-

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in, the 4-H members are assigned stalls in different barns, according to their county. Typically, by Friday, all stall fronts are decorated with a theme of the 4-H members’ choice. Decorations will appear anywhere from formal with stall valances, to stall fronts with Disney themes and characters. Decorating is a fun time for the 4-H members to be creative, and generally the entire county represented will have the same theme. The 4-H members, along with their

families, spend an exhausting three to four days of early mornings at the barn, last minute riding tips, and calming their (and their horses’) nerves. This year Warren County was represented by Skyline Riders Horse and Pet 4-H Club members Tori Hensell, Katie Dawson and Autumn Thomas, and one Lone Star member, Olivia Heflin. Results of the events were: Tori Hensell - placed 8th in poles out of 26 and Reserve in Horsemanship. Katie Dawson - placed 10th in barrels, Reserve in Stakes race out of 26, and the top 10 in Horse Judging and Hippology. Autumn Thomas -Training Level Dressage test 2: placed 3rd; Training level Dressage test 1: Placed 6th; in Dressage Showmanship, 1st place; Dressage Showmanship: Grand Champion, out of 26. Olivia Heflin - placed 2nd out of 50 in the Hunter Showmanship Sr., 7th and 8th in Regular Hunter Over Fences Sr. and 6th in Hunter Equitation over Fences Sr. Side note: Olivia represented Warren County at Southern Regionals in Georgia placing 8th out of 70+ riders. All Warren County 4-H members received blue ribbons for stall management. “If you have never experienced the State 4-H Championship Horse Show, plan to go next year. One of the best things about the show is the shopping. There are great opportunities for shopping for the equine enthusiast in your life,” said Garrett. Photos courtesy of Debbi Garrett.

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By Ken Thurman Warren/Frederick County Report Saturday October 21st from 6 to 8:00 p.m. saw the fifth and “final” Zombie Walk in downtown Front Royal Or was it? I talked with Mike McCool of National Media Services who has stepped forward to bring the 6th Annual Zombie walk to “life” next year and pick up where Roxanne Bauserman the walk organizer, is leaving off.

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Discovering Warren County: The 47th Annual Festival of Leaves

By Ken Thurman Warren/Frederick County Report The 47th annual celebration of the Festival of Leaves, Warren Heritage Society’s fund raiser, was held on a bright sunny day on October 14 from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. As always, Festival admission was free. Susan Jeffery, the organizer of the event, was even dressed in period costume. I have had the honor of working with Susan who does a remarkable job bringing the festival together every year. The Festival kicked off with vendors lining Main and Chester streets with a wide variety of crafters, artists, merchants, non-profits, commercial promotions and sales, and of course food. There was live entertainment all day at the gazebo in the town commons plus period music at Heritage Square (101 Chester Street). Heritage Square was also the site of historic demonstrations and living history interpretations including tours of historic homes including Belle Boyd’s Cottage and Balthis House. Visitors were also able to tour the Ivy Lodge Museum and the Warren Rifles Confederate Memorial Museum. There was also a car show from 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. in the teachers’ parking lot of E. Wilson Morrison Elementary.

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INDICTMENTS 2017 OCTOBER INDICTMENTS OCTOBER TERM

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Billi Jo Murphy The Warren County Va. Circuit Court Grand Jury charges that on or about July 13, 2017, in the County of Warren, Billi Jo Murphy, age and address unknown, did unlawfully and feloniously, with the intention of converting goods and merchandise to his own use without having paid the full price thereof, willfully conceal the goods or merchandise of Wal-Mart, with a value of $200 or more.

Clarence Monroe Sheppard The Warren County Va. Circuit Court Grand Jury charges Clarence Monroe Sheppard, 37, of 5476 Scottsville Rd., Jeffersonton, VA 22724, with two counts. COUNTS ONE and TWO: In the County of Warren, Clarence Monroe Sheppard did unlawfully and feloniously possess Schedule I or II controlled substances. Dates of the offenses were on or about July 9 and August 24, 2017.

Melissa Ann Griggs The Warren County Va. Circuit Court Grand Jury charges that: on or about June 25, 2017, in the County of Warren, Melissa Ann Griggs, age and address unknown, did unlawfully take steal, and carry away the personal property, to-wit: a motor vehicle with a value of $200 or more, belonging to Calvin Mendoza.

Albert Wayne Gatewood The Warren County Va. Circuit Court Grand Jury charges that: on or about November 15, 2016, in the County of Warren, Albert Wayne Gatewood, 60, of 1400 Shenandoah Ave., Front Royal, VA 22630, having previously been convicted of a sexually violent offense, did knowingly fail to register or re-register with the Sex Offender and Crimes against Minors Registry.

Kerry Len Thompson The Warren County Va. Circuit Court Grand Jury charges that: on or about June 27, 2017, in the County of Warren, Kerry Len Thompson 49, of 753 Fairgrounds Rd. Front Royal, VA 22630, did unlawfully take steal, and carry away personal property with a

Charles William Pearson The Warren County Va. Circuit Court Grand Jury charges that: on or about July 20, 2017, in the County of Warren, Charles William Pearson, 32, of 2863 Bentonville Rd., Benton-

ville, VA 22610, did unlawfully and feloniously having previously been convicted of a sexually violent offense, did knowingly fail to register or re-register with the Department of State Police for inclusion in the Sex Offender and Crimes against Minors Registry. Kelsey Anne Deavers The Warren County Va. Circuit Court Grand Jury charges that: on or about January 11, 2017, in the County of Warren, Kelsey Anne Deavers, age unknown, of 6568 Stonewall Jackson Hwy., Front Royal, VA 22630, did unlawfully and feloniously sell or distribute a Schedule I controlled substance, to-wit: Heroin. Brian William Schmidt Jr. The Warren County Va. Circuit Court Grand Jury charges that: on or about March 16, 2017, in the County of Warren, Brian William Schmidt Jr., 26, of 135 Fox Hollow Dr., Front Royal, VA 22630, did unlawfully and feloniously distribute a Schedule I controlled substance, to-wit: Heroin, this being a third or subsequent offense, and said conviction occurring prior to the date alleged in this indictment. Tony James Massie The Warren County Va. Circuit

Court Grand Jury charges that: on or about January 25, 2017, in the County of Warren, Tony James Massie, 47, of 329 Front St., Front Royal, VA 22630, did unlawfully and feloniously possess a Schedule II controlled substance, namely Oxycodone, not obtained directly from, or pursuant to, a valid prescription or order of a practitioner while acting in the course of a professional practice, or not authorized by the Drug Control Act. Paul Michael Sullivan The Warren County Va. Circuit Court Grand Jury charges that: on or about February 20, 2017, in the County of Warren, Paul Michael Sullivan, 36, address unknown, did unlawfully and feloniously maliciously wound or cause bodily injury to Kristen Ketron by striking her with the with the intent to maim, disfigure or kill said Kristen Ketron. Dawn Marie Fewell The Warren County Va. Circuit Court Grand Jury charges that: on or about February 22, 2017, in the County of Warren, Dawn Marie Fewell, 49, of 529 Main St., Front Royal, VA 22630, did unlawfully and feloniously distribute a Schedule I controlled substance, to-wit: Heroin. Elliott Randall Waller The Warren County Va. Circuit Court Grand Jury charges that: on or about May 6, 2017, in the County of Warren, Elliott Randall Waller, 27, of LO6, Unit 9, Front Royal, VA 22630, did unlawfully and feloniously possess a Schedule II controlled substance, to-wit: Fentanyl. Aaron Dwayne Pugh The Warren County Va. Circuit Court Grand Jury charges Aaron Dwayne Pugh, 41 of 751 Mountain Rd., Front Royal, VA 22630, with two counts. COUNT ONE: In the County

of Warren, Aaron Dwayne Pugh did unlawfully and feloniously impede the blood circulation or respiration of Michelle L. Waggoner, a family or household member without such person’s consent, by knowingly, intentionally and unlawfully applying pressure to the neck of such person resulting in bodily injury. COUNT TWO: did unlawfully assault and batter Michelle L. Waggoner, a family or household member. Date of the offenses was on or about June 26, 2017. Angela Dee Nebel The Warren County Va. Circuit Court Grand Jury charges Angela Dee Nebel, age unknown, of 1800 Nickels Rd., Luray, VA 22835, with four counts. COUNT ONE: Angela Dee Nebel did unlawfully and feloniously, take or obtain or withhold a credit card or credit card number from the control or possession of another without the cardholder’s consent, and with the knowledge that it had been so taken obtained or withheld with the intent to use it or sell it, or transfer it to a person other than the issuer or the cardholder. COUNT TWO: did unlawfully and feloniously, with the intent to defraud, obtain money and goods or services with a value of $200 or more within a sixmonth period through the use of the credit card by representing without the cardholder’s consent that she is the cardholder. COUNT THREE: did unlawfully and feloniously use identification documents or information of another person, whether that person is dead or alive, resulting in financial loss of greater than $200. COUNT FOUR: did unlawfully and feloniously, being a responsible person, abuse or neglect Arthur Hunter, who was an incapacitated adult with such neglect resulting in serious bodily injury, disease or death. Dates of the offenses were on or about February 1, 2012 through August 31, 2014

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Matthew Tederick demands answers on progress of the Old Town Hall

Matthew Tederick addresses the Front Royal Town Council to express his concerns that the conditions of the Town Hall building and the Afton Inn swap have not been enforced.

By Timothy Ratigan Warren/Frederick County Report On October 10, Front Royal resident and Warren County Republican activist, Matthew Tederick, spoke in front of the Front Royal Town Council for the second meeting in a row to express his opinion on the “foolish swap” of the trade of the Afton Inn for the former town hall. When he spoke previously, at the September 25th council meeting, he began by first congratulating newly appointed Councilman Gary Gillispie, who was appointed to fill former Councilwoman Bébhinn Egger’s seat when she resigned this year. He continued, “Mr. Mayor, members of council, in the spirit of one of my heroes, Ronald Reagan, ‘Tear down this Inn.’ (referring to the Afton Inn on the corner of East Main and North Royal Avenue). “Mr. Mayor I am deeply disappointed. But not why many may be disappointed. I am not disappointed that the Afton Inn is going to be torn down. Most reasonable people expected as much. What I am disappointed in is the physical state of our town hall,” he said. Tederick then directed the council to look back to the minutes of February 3 and 10, 2014, “Those of us who opposed the foolish swap predicted what would happen when the town traded the town hall for the Afton Inn. Many of us in 2014 were concerned about the future of the town hall. We were concerned that the legal document drafted to protect the town hall would not be enough to protect it, even though Mr. Hrbek assured us and promised that the town hall would be protected and even accused many of the citizens of spreading misinformation. It would appear that many of us were right again. In my humble opinion, the agreement between the EDA (Economic Development Authority) and the Afton Inn LLC, has been breached in an ongoing and egregious manner. On a February 10, 2014 meeting, a land exchange agreement was ratified by council. It states that the restrictive covenants were to be

recorded,” he continued. Tederick admits to not being an attorney but states that he has done the research and has thus been unable to verify that the restrictive covenants were, in fact, recorded; though he also admits that he could be mistaken. “I have to assume that such an omission did not take place. Assuming that they were recorded, it states that the former town hall should be kept and maintained in a good state of repair,” he said. Tederick asked how many of the council members had been past the town hall in the last few months, and proceeded to list items on the town hall that had fallen into disrepair. “Have you noticed the lovely vines growing up the building? How about the wonderful paint job where the paint is peeling off the windows? Glass is getting ready to blow out. How about the paint along the sides of the building and the pillars? This once beautiful building is in a serious state

The windows in the rear facade of the former town hall show peeling paint.

of disrepair. The grass and the bushes, all of it looks horrible. I have been told that some pipes may have burst in the last couple of years. I don’t know if that is fact or not. There may be water damage in the building,” he said. Tederick questioned whether or not the current conditions he just listed were a definition of ‘a state of good repair.’ Tederick pointed out that the town hall was conveyed from Afton Inn LLC within weeks of the swap to another entity called FM Town Hall LLC. He also questioned if the council was aware of the change and also questioned if the council had failed to report it to the community. “Afton Inn LLC agreed to ‘repair and maintain the exterior of the building within 60 days of the exchange of the deeds and shall complete such work within 180 days.’ Did any of you see

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that work done? The interior of the building was supposed to have renovations done within two years after execution of the deed of the exchange to include any appropriate upgrades,” he went on. Tederick questioned the council if they were aware of any of the upgrades being done to the old town hall building. Tederick also reminded the council that the historical marker that was requested by former councilman and present Shenandoah District Supervisor Tom Sayre, has yet to be placed

at the site and reminded council that the marker was supposed to be placed within a year of the swap. He also reminded the council that three people could have stopped the swap from taking place. Three elected officials were named. “Shenandoah Supervisor Tom Sayre, current Vice Mayor Eugene Tewalt and current Mayor Hollis Tharpe could have cast a nay vote to stop the swap,” he said. “On February 2014, our fears were based solely on what had happened to the Afton Inn.” Tederick said. He drew attention to then Councilman Bret Hrbek’s accusation of disseminating false information. “Mr. Hrbek claimed that the town hall would have tenants and that the owner had tenants and owners ready to move into the old town hall. Clearly it would appear that someone was disseminating false information,” he said. Tederick then called on the council and EDA to invoke their rights to purchase back the town hall under the agreement and questioned if the agreement was ‘worth the paper it was written on.’ Immediately following Tederick’s statement, Mayor Tharpe asked Front Royal Town Manager Joseph Waltz to update Matthew Tederick on the latest developments concerning the building. Fast forward to the October 10, 2017 council meeting. Matthew Tederick spoke again regarding the condition of the old build-

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of Architectural Review) is different from your mission. I think you did the right thing by allowing a developer to redevelop that site. The last time I came to the meeting a couple of weeks ago, I talked about the town hall. “First, I want to start by thanking you all for your public service. I mean that sincerely. It is a thankless job at times that is why I wanted to open my comments by thanking you. I also wanted to thank the person that got a hold of the owner of the town hall building; at least the weeds have been cut down. But what distresses me a little bit still, is that I am uncertain who to go to and who to get answers from. This is not the forum to get answers, but I appreciate the opportunity to speak. It was my understanding that there were restrictive covenants

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that were voted on by council. I could not find these covenants in the deeds. I am not a lawyer and I have done a good enough job to search for it. “On February 6th of 2014, former Councilman Bret Hrbek lectured many citizens in a letter to the editor telling us and assuring us that there were provisions in place that were going to guarantee the outcome of the old town hall building. I am sure you guys have been briefed by your attorney on what those provisions were. I want to know, are these provisions actually in place? If they are, why haven’t they been enforced? If they are not, I don’t want to say mislead, that might be too strong of a word. Why was there incompetence, perhaps? Or what transpired that these restrictive covenants were not put on the building? And again, I don’t know the facts, so if they are not on the building, I think the community deserves to know why not. If they are not on the building what is going to be the outcome on the building now that is held by a private land owner without these restrictive covenants? “If they are in place, I come to you asking that you place in this year’s budget to start the process to buy the building back so it could be saved. History is an important thing. That building is a very old building. It is my understanding it was, if not the first fire station, it was among the first fire stations in the community. There is a long legacy if you look at the deed and read some of the names on the deed itself you will see some of the forefathers of this community. There is a lot of history in that place and I don’t want to see it end up like the Afton

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Inn,” he continued. Tederick also referenced several emails he had received from the community including one e-mail from a senior citizen thanking him for his comments the previous meeting. He also referenced a former board member from a group he started years ago titled “Save Our Gateway.” This board member had called him and requested that he reconstitute the “Save Our Gateway” and rename it “Save the Town Hall.” Tederick said he didn’t think it was necessary to take that route because he truly believed that Front Royal has the best town council that he has seen in at least the last fifteen years. “You guys are a good council. I know you guys are trying to do right and rectify a lot of problems in the past. Point me in the direction where

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I need to go to get the answers. If you have the answers, I would ask you to schedule a work session or meeting and inform the public what the status of that building is,” he asked. When Mayor Tharpe was asked if Mr. Tederick’s concerns were addressed he stated, “I had the staff the next day (give me) a hard copy of the deed and the agreements and Memorandum of Agreements (MOA). I then called Mr. Tederick the next day and met with him in person and handed them to him and I also told him that if he had any questions he should call the Town Attorney Doug Napier.” The Mayor added that a closed session is being called to discuss the old town hall building at the next Town Council Meeting on October 23, 2017. Also during the October 10th meeting, Councilman John Connolly made a point to remind the council that one of the reasons he ran for Town Council was because of his dissatisfaction with the Town Hall/Afton Inn swap and he reminded the council that he had voted against the removal of the letters, ‘Town Hall’ from the building. The Warren County Report requested the same information that Mr. Tederick requested and could verify which of the restrictive covenants were written into the deed and conditions of the building swap. Some of those restrictive covenants are as follows: The exterior appearance of the Town Hall shall retain the stone face appearance, the white trim, the appearance and style of windows and doors, including the historic multipaned appearance thereof, that they had at the time of closing, (providing, See TOWN, 14

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Front Royal Mayor Hollis Tharpe and Carol Vorous celebrate the passage of the County’s dog tethering ordinance vote taken at the September 19 Warren County Board of Supervisors meeting. Town approval depends on a public hearing in early November. Photo credit - Timothy Ratigan

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Control is part of the Warren County Sheriff ’s Department) and will do anything that needs to be done in situations calling for their response. Despite Vorous’s research and had work, she has had some pushback from council members. Councilman Eugene Tewalt has stated that, “Council shouldn’t have to deal with dog issues.” And Councilman Jacob Meza believes that the Virginia State Code is adequate and meets the needs of the animals. He doesn’t think that they ‘should go on to people’s property and tell them what to do with their own dog.’ According to Vorous, there are some difficulties with the state code. “Believe me...I have gone back and forth...up and down and all around... and ended up back at the start with this whole state code and how it’s written and interpreted. If it was enforced exactly as it is written...then you wouldn’t have all this wiggle room, but for some reason they don’t have to. It’s open to interpretation of the responding officer. And …. about animal control being on board with this...yes, they are because they helped to write it,” she says. And there are other complications, as she explained to a friend on Facebook enquiring about how leash laws are enforced in her neighborhood and See DOGS, 16

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DOGS, from 15 why the town hasn’t adopted the ordinance even though the county has done so. Vorous replied. “Since the county is responsible for animal control...in order for them to be able to enforce the tethering ordinance in the town and county... they (the town) have to also adopt it as an ordinance. It all comes down to the town and county being two separate entities...with the board of supervisors governing the county and the town council governing inside the town limits. It’s confusing and more complicated than it should be, I know. And as far as the issues with your neighborhood...I did find out that certain subdivisions do not have leash laws...or they have their own guidelines that they follow. So, sometimes animal control doesn’t have the power to enforce in certain subdivisions,” Vorous wrote. She further explained that, “The state says that as long as the tether is three times the length of the dog, they can get some exercise like that, but often the chain gets caught in something or tangled, and then the dog is stationed in one spot, sometimes for hours. They can’t untangle themselves, and they can choke. The state also says that dogs are personal property. “Some people have the mindset that, “if it was good enough for my grandfather, or dad, nothing should change,” she said. “That mindset that ‘if you’re on your own property, you can do what you want’ is scary,” she said. It recalls the debate over states’ rights and the Federal Government’s perceived interference in local issues. Who says it’s ok to do anything you want on your own property, even if it hurts others or your pets? “One dog’s chain was caught near a fence, and it tried to jump over the fence and hung itself,” she said. The ordinance she wants passed specifies how many hours a dog may be outside or tethered. She says dogs shouldn’t have to endure temperatures below 32 degrees or above 90 degrees. “If you have a dog and know the temperatures are dropping down, (or rising) you have to make accommodations for that period of time,” she said. The question of why people have pets that are either neglected or outright abused has several answers. The U.S. Humane Society gives some insight into this on their website: People tether their dogs for a variety of reasons, they say. Most people who do this are unaware of the harm it can cause to their dogs. Social norms of pet-keeping have made tethering unpopular, so it is declining as a practice, but some reasons people do it include: The dog is a repeat escapee and the owner has run out of ideas to safely confine the dog. Sometimes this is the reason dogs are kept on heavier chains—they have chewed through or otherwise escaped lighter tethers and the owner is trying to keep them from

getting loose. The owner is trying to protect his dog from something on the other side of their fence (kids, another dog, etc.) by keeping the dog in one area in the yard. The owner’s fence is damaged, or the owner doesn’t have a fenced yard. The dog’s behavior makes keeping him indoors challenging, and the owner doesn’t know how to correct the behavior. The landlord may not allow the pet owner to keep the dog indoors or install a fence. The pet owner comes from a family that always tethered dogs, and may never have realized there were better options. Vorous wants people to be involved and is asking people who support the ordinance to email Front Royal Town Council members at https://frontroyalva.com/381/Council-Members and to use the title “Proposed Animal Tethering Ordinance” then click on the “email” link under each councilman’s picture. CMM, a local woman, responded to the request to email the council. She sent this email to Councilman Jacob Meza. “Yes, the community has the responsibility to protect animals left outside in the extreme heat and extreme cold, without proper (to the breed) accommodations. Yes, animal control has the responsibility to assure that all dogs matter to us. Even if we have to go on private property to determine that they are safe and healthy. Do your job, as you represent the people who elected you to office. Vote to adopt the county tethering ordinance,” she wrote. She received a response from Meza on October 18, “Thank you for your email and concern relating to the proposed Tethering Ordinance. I would like the opportunity to clarify the misrepresentation of my stance. “To be clear, I have always supported laws pertaining to the enforcement of animal cruelty. I plan to enforce to the fullness (sic) extent VA Code 3.26570 which protects our animals from “Any person who: (i) overrides, overdrives, overloads, tortures, ill-treats, abandons, willfully inflicts inhumane injury or pain… or cruelly or unnecessarily beats, maims, mutilates, or kills any animal, whether belonging to himself or another; (ii) deprives any animal of necessary food, drink, shelter or emergency veterinary treatment.” “There is much more information

regarding the enforcement and punishment associated with above acts, but suffice it to say, I am not for animal cruelty and plan to uphold our law. I hope that helps.” Here is information from the Humane Society of the United States: Why is tethering bad for dogs? 1. Dogs are naturally social beings who need interaction with humans and/or other animals. Intensive confinement or long-term restraint can severely damage their physical and psychological well-being. An otherwise friendly and docile dog, when kept continuously chained or intensively confined in any way, becomes neurotic, unhappy, anxious and often aggressive. 2. It is common for continuously tethered dogs to endure physical ailments as a result of being continuously tethered. Their necks can become raw and sore, and their collars can painfully grow into their skin. They are vulnerable to insect bites and parasites, and are at high risk of entanglement, strangulation, and harassment or attacks by other dogs or people. 3. Tethered dogs may also suffer from irregular feedings, overturned water bowls, inadequate veterinary care and extreme temperatures. During snow storms, these dogs often have no access to shelter. During periods of extreme heat, they may not receive adequate water or protection from the sun. Owners who chain their dogs are less likely to clean the area of confinement, causing the dogs to eat and sleep in an area contaminated with urine and feces. What’s more, because their often-neurotic behavior makes them difficult to approach, chained dogs are rarely given even minimal affection. Tethered dogs may become “part of the scenery” and can be easily ignored by their owners. Tethering is not only bad for dogs— it is a high-risk factor in serious dog bites and attacks on humans. “Dogs unable to retreat from perceived or real threats can act out aggressively when approached. Dogs tethered for long periods can become highly aggressive. Dogs feel naturally protective of their territory; when confronted with a perceived threat, they respond according to their fightor-flight instinct. A tied dog, unable to take flight, resorts to fight, attacking any unfamiliar animal or person who unwittingly wanders into his or her territory. Tragically, the victims of such attacks are often children who approach the dog unaware of the risks.

This little unspayed female dog lives out in the county. She was chained to this stake 24 hours a day, seven days a week and became pregnant repeatedly because she was left chained outside even when she was in heat, so she had no way to get away from the many dogs in the neighborhood. Photo credit - Carol Vorous

Furthermore, a tethered dog who finally does get loose from his chains may remain aggressive, and is likely to chase and attack unsuspecting passersby and pets because s/he has developed severe behavior problems from long-term, intensive confinement. “It is important for people with tethered dogs to understand these risks,” U.S. Humane Society warns. Vorous sent e-mails to Hollis Tharpe and all the council members and got a response back from the Mayor and from Gary Gillispie, but, “...none of the others responded at all,” she said. Vorous summed up factors behind her efforts. “I try to do what I can do, also for anyone, including people and especially kids,” she said. She is also a force behind the Blessing Boxes in the town. But, “I won’t stand by and watch a dog suffer. I won’t ignore a dog in need,” she promises on her webpage, and also what motivates her to speak for the dogs. Vorous, with the help of volunteers and donations, is implementing idea from the Humane Society of the United States, to offer pet owners the option to get fencing and shelters for their dogs at no cost to them. Her efforts to offer free fencing and shelters to dog owners, who she and

others have identified as needing help, are still succeeding. “There are many people who have donated doghouses, food, straw and their skills to construct shelters. You have that also, good people who help,” she said. And she will persist in her efforts. “I will never give up until there is a tethering ordinance in this town and county,” she said. Vorous wants people to know she can help. She and volunteers are willing to provide, with the pet owners permission, shelter and fencing. If there’s an issue with lost jobs, an inability to feed, or house a pet, contact her at (540) 305-6236, email cvorous48@hotmail.com, or visit her Facebook page at www.facebook.com/alldogsmatter. warrencounty. People can email Front Royal Town Council members at https://frontroyalva.com/381/Council-Members with their opinions and watch for the announcement of the public hearing. To learn more about the issue of tethering and how to properly care for a dog, visit the Humane Society of the United States at http://www.humanesociety.org/issues/chaining_tethering/ facts/chaining_tethering_facts.html

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LOCAL NEWS Public’s Assistance Requested After Incident Occuring At Cedar Creek & Belle Grove National Historical Park

On Saturday, October 14, 2017, a device was located on the grounds of the Cedar Creek & Belle Grove National Historical Park in Middletown, Virginia. The device was located during an annual reenactment of the Battle of Cedar Creek. No persons were harmed and the device was rendered safe by the Virginia State Police. Anyone who may have witnessed any suspicious activity, or may have information pertaining to this incident is encouraged to contact the FBI at 804-261-1044. The FBI along with its partners - the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives, the Virginia State Police, the Frederick County Sheriff ’s Office, and the Middletown Police Department are investigating this matter. As this is a pending matter, no further information may be released at this time. Free “Cardiology 101” program to focus on heart failure Valley Health’s Heart & Vascular Center at Winchester Medical Center (WMC) is presenting Cardiology 101, a free education program with local cardiovascular specialists. This year’s program is Tuesday, November 7, from 6 - 8 p.m. in the Winchester Medical Center Conference Center and will focus on heart failure. Heart failure affects nearly five million Americans of all ages and is one of the most common reasons for hospitalization. Early diagnosis and treatment allow many with heart failure to lead normal lives and avoid crises requiring a hospital stay. The November 7 event will feature presentations from three members of the WMC medical staff: Introduction to Heart Failure – Nikolas Krishna, MD, cardiologist specializing in advanced heart failure with Winchester Cardiology & Vascular Medicine Atrial Fibrillation and Heart Failure – Daniel Alexander, DO, cardiologist specializing in cardiac electrophysiol-

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The Town of Front Royal will observe Halloween on Tuesday, October 31, 2017, between the hours of 6:30 p.m. and 9:00 p.m. Parents are encouraged to accompany their children while enjoying the Halloween festivities. It is highly recommended that everyone carry flashlights and wear reflective clothing to increase their visibility. Trick-or-treaters should only approach residences that have porch lights on and are requested to be off the streets by 9:00 p.m. Motorists should use extreme caution when driving in neighborhoods where children are on the streets. The Front Royal Police Department would also like to remind citizens of the Hometown Halloween event that will be held on Main Street in the Gazebo area which will provide a safe environment for participating in Halloween festivities. The Front Royal Police Department will have additional officers on patrol to ensure safety in our com-

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The Front Royal Police Department would like to remind its citizens to never leave valuables in your vehicle and always make sure they are locked. Chief Magalis encourages citizens to not only lock their vehicle doors but to secure valuables out of sight. Things such as purses, wallets, laptops, and firearms should never be left inside of an unattended vehicle.

Citizens can help deter this preventable crime by simply locking car doors, taking valuables from their cars, and hiding valuables that can’t be removed from their car to avoid losing their property. Citizens should also take pictures and record serial numbers of electronics so if they are stolen, law enforcement can use the information to return recovered property to their rightful owners. The community can help us investigate by reporting any suspicious activity. Please be extra vigilant and report anything suspicious that you see or hear.

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Full-Tuition Scholarship Recipients Survive Midterms Central Christian College of the Bible commends its recent incoming class on a strong first half semester. Way to keep those grades up and maintain your Full-Tuition Scholarships, Saints! Matthew Coughlin of Winchester; Wayne Alsberry, Brandon Pressley and Jessica Ritter of Stephens City; an Amber Grimes of Cross Junction are among CCCB’s Fall 17 incoming stu-

dents. Central Christian College of the Bible exists to develop servant leaders for the church. Centrally located in Moberly, Missouri, we train students from all over the world to live out the gospel no matter what their chosen career is. Humane Society of Warren County Receives $1000 Grant The Humane Society of Warren County, Front Royal, has received an

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BRIEFS, from 21 public so that the Warren County Parks and Recreation Department can host its Annual Halloween Party for registered participants. The Warren County Community Center will re-open on Saturday, October 28, 2017 at 8:00 a.m. VSP Arrests Page County Woman on Sex Crime Charges in Orange County A Page County woman remains behind bars after being arrested on 34 indictments handed up by an Orange County grand jury last week. Virginia State Police arrested Cathy S. Rothgeb, 57, of Stanley, Va., on seven counts of object sexual penetration, seven counts of forcible sodomy, eight counts of indecent liberties with children, eight counts of cruelty to children and four counts of aggravated sexual battery. Rothgeb turned herself in to state police Friday (Oct. 13). She is being held without bond at the Central Virginia Regional Jail. The charges stem from an investigation State Police initiated in the summer of 2016 after a female victim approached a State Police investigator about alleged sexual abuse during Rothgeb’s tenure as a volunteer softball coach in Orange County. Rothgeb, a former youth softball coach for Orange County High School, has coached youth recreational leagues and travel teams in Orange County, Spotsylvania County and throughout the region from the 1980s through the early 2000s. Rothgeb has no recent af-

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their medicine cabinets and dispose of these potentially dangerous controlled substances in a safe and anonymous way.” Visit www.deadiversion.usdoj.gov/ drug_disposal/takeback to search the latest list of the sites to drop off drugs, and to find the one most convenient for you. Collection sites in the Lord Fairfax Health District include: CVS Pharmacy – 840 Berryville Ave., Winchester Courthouse – 5 N. Kent St., Winchester Rotz Pharmacy – 1338 Amherst St., Winchester FBI – Records Management – 170 Marcel Dr., Winchester Frederick County Public Safety Building – 1080 Coverstone Dr., Winchester Strasburg Town Hall – 174 E. King St., Strasburg Valley Health Rehabilitation Services, 120 N. Commerce St., Front Royal CVS Pharmacy – 221 W. Reservoir Rd., Woodstock Walmart – 461 Reservoir Rd.,

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ginians disposed of more than 22,000 pounds (11 tons) of prescription drugs at more than 200 collection sites. Nationally, more than 366 tons of drugs were turned in at 5,000-plus sites in 2016. Since its inception, National Drug Take-Back Day has taken more than seven million pounds (more than 3,500 tons) of drugs out of homes and off the street. For more information, visit www. deadiversion.usdoj.gov/drug_disposal/takeback Former Frederick County Man Pleads Guilty to Fraud Charges Michael Kent Admits to Defrauding Timeshare Owners A North Carolina man, who previously lived in Frederick County, Virginia, has pleaded guilty to federal wire fraud conspiracy charges, Acting United States Attorney Rick A. Mountcastle announced. Michael Dean Kent, a.k.a. “Michael Dean,” a.k.a. “Michael Scott,” age 57, most recently of Franklin County,

North Carolina, and formerly of Frederick County, Virginia, waived his right to be indicted and pleaded guilty today to a one count Information charging him with conspiracy to commit wire fraud. According to evidence presented at today’s hearing by Assistant United States Attorney Erin M. Kulpa, between 2014 and 2017, Kent and his coconspirators targeted more than 500 victims across the United States who owned interests in timeshare properties and made false representations, by phone and by email, to convince the victims to sign property transfer contracts and to send currency under false pretenses to them, via mail. During this time, Kent and his coconspirators represented themselves to be employed at two different companies, The Holiday Property Group and Vacation Properties by Owner. Kent incorporated both entities, served as the principal of both, operated both and took significant steps to make both appear legitimate. Kent, and his coconspirators, established

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websites, paid for commercial post office boxes in various states, paid for memberships in business rating organizations such as the Better Business Bureau, applied for and received a federal tax identification number, and had corporate credit and debit cards in the names of the businesses. After identifying timeshare owners (victims), Kent and his co-conspirators would introduce the victims to another coconspirator who posed as the “buyer” by assuming a false identity that included a different name and email address. The co-conspirator posing as the buyer communicated with the victim by phone and email would agree to purchase the victim’s property, often at the asking price, and would tell the victim they were going to use The Holiday Property Group/ Vacation Properties by Owner [HPG/ VPO] for the sale. The same “buyer” was in contact with multiple victims at one time. Kent, and his co-conspirators, would then contact the victim to inform them they needed to send The Holiday Property Group/Vacation Properties by Owner money, typically between $500 and $1,500, to cover costs associated with the sale/transfer, such as “closing costs” or resort “transfer fee.” Kent represented that any fees would be held in escrow, and were refundable at any time. In fact, the fees received were not held in escrow, but instead were deposited into the accounts of HPG/VPO. Throughout the course of this conspiracy, Kent and his coconspirators defrauded a total of over $550,000 from the victims he targeted. Kent usually immediately withdrew much of the money deposited from the victim payments to use for his own personal expenses, pay for expenses needed to continue the scheme, or to pay his coconspirators for their role in the criminal scheme. The investigation of the case was conducted by the United States Postal Inspection Service, the Virginia Office of the Attorney General, and the Frederick County Sheriff ’s Office. Assistant United States Attorney Erin M. Kulpa and Trial Attorney Andrew Tyler of See BRIEFS, 24

significant damage to the juniper. Symptoms on apple or crabapples include circular yellow spots on the upper surfaces of the leaves shortly after bloom. These spots will increase in size up to ¼ inch and will develop small black dots within them. Similar spots will develop of the fruit. Cedar rust prevention measures include: 1. Living with the disease, as it rarely kills trees although it can make them quite unattractive. 2. Making sure not to pant hosts close to each other, and if you want clean fruit remove any junipers in the vicinity. 3. Plant resistant apple or crabapple varieties. 4. Recommended fungicides (check with your local extension agent) can be applied in the spring. Your Friend in the Trees,

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BRIEFS, from 23 the Department of Justice’s Fraud Section prosecuted the case for the United States. Volunteers Announce Collection Sites For Global Christmas Project NOV. 13–20: Community Donates 5,750 Shoebox Gifts for Children in Need This month, several locations in the multi-county Northern Shenandoah Valley VA Area Team will serve as drop-off sites for the Samaritan’s Purse project, Operation Christmas Child—joining nearly 5,000 U.S. locations collecting gift-filled shoeboxes for children in need around the world. During the project’s National Collection Week, Nov. 13 – 20, Front Royal residents will transform empty shoeboxes into gifts of hope filled with school supplies, hygiene items and fun toys. Operation Christmas Child will deliver these shoebox gifts to children affected by war, disease, disaster, poverty and famine. This year, the Northern Shenandoah Valley VA Area Team hopes to contribute more than 5,750 shoebox gifts toward the 2017 global goal of reaching 12 million children. “We are honored to join the nationwide effort to collect gift-filled shoeboxes for children who may have never experienced the true meaning of Christmas,” said Regional Director Mesfin Abera. “Through these simple gifts and a message of hope, children learn that God loves them and has not forgotten them.” LOCAL COLLECTION SITES: Luray, VA - Luray United Methodist Church 1 W Main Street Luray VA 22835-1230 Mon, Nov. 13: 4:30 PM - 7:00 PM Tue, Nov. 14: 4:30 PM - 7:00 PM Wed, Nov. 15: 4:30 PM - 7:00 PM Thu, Nov. 16: 4:30 PM - 7:00 PM Fri, Nov. 17: 4:30 PM - 8:00 PM Sat, Nov. 18: 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM Sun, Nov. 19: 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM Mon, Nov. 20: 8:00 AM - 10:00 AM Front Royal, VA - New Hope Bible Church 80 N Lake Avenue Front Royal VA 22630-4550 Mon, Nov. 13: 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM Tue, Nov. 14: 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM Wed, Nov. 15: 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM Thu, Nov. 16: 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM Fri, Nov. 17: 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM Sat, Nov. 18: 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM Sun, Nov. 19: 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM Mon, Nov. 20: 8:00 AM - 10:00 AM Winchester, VA - Grace Community Church 2333 Roosevelt Boulevard Winchester VA 22601-3626 Mon, Nov. 13: 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM Mon, Nov. 13: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM Tue, Nov. 14: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM Wed, Nov. 15: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM Thu, Nov. 16: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM Fri, Nov. 17: 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM Sat, Nov. 18: 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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BRIEFS, from 25 11:00 Kooky Chefs Cook It Up. Children will prepare and taste new foods, often featuring ingredients grown in our Children’s Garden. This session, we’ll learn what antioxidants are and how they are included in some yummy recipes! For ages 6 and up. Registration begins October 18. 11:00 Nurturing Parenting. The Laurel Center is presenting a series of free parenting workshops for adults. This week’s topic is Communicating with Respect. Registration begins October 18. 2:00 Discuss This. Are you inspired by good books, articles, movies, and art? Do you write, draw, or enjoy playing music? If so, join us as we discuss books and share our creations. This is a group for those who wish to talk seriously about a variety of subjects. For ages 12 and up. Refreshments will be provided. Registration begins October 18. Tuesday, November 28 – 4:30 Makers Club. Makers Club is designed for school-aged children who want to make something creative and explore a new topic each week through books and activities. It meets after school each Tuesday at 4:30 P.M. Get ready for fun as we read and create around the theme, “Be Silly!” Wednesday, November 29 and Thursday, November 30 – 10:15 Toddler Story time. 11:00 Preschool Story time. Healthy Teeth will be the theme of our story times this week, featuring visitors from McCorkle Dental. Siblings welcome. Samuels Public Library Adult Programming November 1-15, 2017 SPL-Books and Beyond: Samuels Public Library invites you to join us for the Books & Beyond Book Club on Wednesday, November 15th at 10:00am, where Unbroken: a World War II Story of Survival, Resilience, and Redemption by Laura Hillenbrand will be discussed. On a May afternoon in 1943, an Army Air Forces bomber crashed into the Pacific Ocean and disappeared, leaving only a spray of debris and a slick of oil, gasoline, and blood. Then, on the ocean surface, a face appeared. It was that of a young lieutenant, the plane’s bombardier, who was struggling to a life raft and pulling himself aboard. So began one of the most extraordinary odysseys of the Second World War. General Education Development: Samuels Public Library invites you to register and attend the General Education Development course. This course will be every Tuesday and Thursday from 10:00 A.M-12:30 P.M (except on school holidays or closings). The GED course is completely free. Let this course be the stepping stone to your success. English as a Second Language: Samuels Public Library invites you to register and attend the English as a Second Language course. This course will be every Tuesday and Thursday from 10:00 A.M. – 12:00 P.M. The ESL course is completely free. Learn-

ing English will not only enhance your quality of life but open many doors and present new opportunities Hello Computer: Samuels Public Library invites you to attend our beginning computer class for total computer novices. It is a four week course that covers turning on a computer, using a mouse, setting up email and using the internet. Classes are held on Tuesdays from 1:00pm-2:00pm. Due to the holiday season this class will not be meeting the last week of the month. Exploring Computers: Samuel Public Library invites you to attend our intermediate computer class and improve your skills. Each month explore a new computer program or application in a safe, friendly environment with other intermediate users. Classes are held on Thursdays at 1:00pm and start October 5th. November will focus on online shopping. Due to the holiday season this class will not be meeting the last two weeks of the month. Microsoft Office Workshop: Samuels Public Library invites you to come

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Friday, October 27 Widespread frost before 8am. Otherwise, sunny, with a high near 68. South wind 3 to 7 mph. Friday Night: Mostly clear, with a low around 44. South wind around 5 mph. 6pm Haunted History Ghost Tour on Loudoun Street Mall, 1 N Loudoun St. Winchester. Prepare yourself for a spine-tingling tour that delves into the mysterious history of Winchester! Learn of the restless spirits from the Colonial and Civil War eras often seen and heard in the streets and historic buildings of Old Town. Your expert guide weaves a tale of carefully researched history and true ghost stories that will leave you intrigued and hopefully convinced that they are here! Tour lasts approximately one hour. Tickets must be purchased in advance at the Winchester-Frederick County Visitors Center, 1400 S. Pleasant Valley Road, Winchester. Cost: $10. Cash or check only. Limit of 25 participants per tour. Tour is also offered Saturday, October 28 and Tuesday, October 31 (Halloween). Meet at the intersection of Cork Street and the Loudoun Street Mall. For more information, call (540) 542-1326. 6pm - 9pm Halloween Event at Family Drive-In, 5890 Valley Pike, Stephens City. Join us for some great HALLOWEEN FUN! Come out in costume for our annual Halloween Event! On Friday, October 27, check out the HAUNTED TRAIL from 6-9pm. On Saturday, October 28, the event will include: (5-7pm) • Bounce house for children • Face painting • Magician • Haunted trail • Costume contest for all ages (babies to adults) and Pets! • Trunk or Treat from car to car! Each car is expected to bring enough candy for 500 children (1 piece each). Movies will be seasonal (Halloween oriented). Please note: this is the biggest event of the entire

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9am - 3pm Front Royal Farmers Market today - possible cooking demonstrations and samples. Visitor Center Area located at Main and Chester Streets in Downtown Front Royal. https://www.facebook.com/ FrontRoyalFarmersMarket17/ 11am - 4pm Halloween Spooktacular on Loudoun St. Old Town Winchester. Come to Old Town to join in the Halloween fun! The annual Spooktacular returns to the Loudoun Street Mall on Saturday, October 28 with loads of fun for the whole family. Businesses along the mall participate in this popular free community event by handing out candy or small trinkets. The festivities begin with a pet costume parade at 11 a.m. organized by Posh Pets Boutique. The trick-or-treating begins at 2 p.m. and wraps up at 4 p.m. The event is free and all are welcome! 11am and 1pm Guided Walking Tour of Kernstown Battlefield. Learn about the Civil War at the Kernstown Battlefield. Meet at the Battlefield Visitors’ Center, 610 Battle Park Drive, Winchester, VA. FREE. Comfortable clothes and refreshments are advised. For further information call 540-869-2896 or visit www.kernstownbattle.org Tour is available every Saturday, May-October, at 11am and 1pm. 4pm - 8pm All You Can Eat Blue Crab Feast at Front Royal Fire Dept. 221 N Commerce Ave. Front Royal. The Front Royal Volunteer Fire Department is hosting an All You Can Eat Blue Crab Feast with Hot Dogs, Ham, Cole Slaw, and Hush Puppies. Beer tickets included with the $40 ticket.

Tickets available at the door with valid I.D. $40. 540-635-2540. http://bit.ly/2iFEcwd 5pm - 7pm Halloween Event continues at Family Drive-In, 5890 Valley Pike, Stephens City. (See description October 27.) 6pm Haunted History Ghost Tour on Loudoun Street Mall, 1 N Loudoun St. Winchester. (See description October 27.) 6:30pm - 9:30pm North Fork Shenandoah River Restoration BINGO at Front Royal Elks Lodge, 4088 Guard Hill Road, Front Royal. Open to the general public. Doors open at 4:30pm. Early birds at 6:30. Food available for purchase. Door prizes, progressive games, queen of hearts, progressive pull tab. (540) 622-7506. Must be 12 to play. No smoking. 7pm Presentation from Historian Dana MacBean at Kernstown Battlefield, 610 Battle Park Dr. Winchester. The Kernstown Battlefield Association presents: Dana R. MacBean: The James E. Taylor Sketch-

book: Then & Now. Dana MacBean is a topographer, cartographer, researcher and historian. He spent 35 years designing museum exhibits and over 20 years researching and documenting The James E. Taylor Sketchbook. The James E. Taylor Sketchbook was first published by the Morningside Bookshop from the archives of the Western Reserve Historical Society in Cleveland, Ohio. The Sketchbook is a compilation of James Taylor’s writings and drawings as he followed the Union army between August and December 1864. Dana will compare and contrast photos from the Sketchbook with current photographs taken from the same spots as Taylor’s drawings. Free event. Refreshments will be served. http://www.kernstownbattle.org 7:30pm Bach-Handel Festival: Totally Telemann at Christ Episcopal Church, 114 W Boscawen St. Winchester. The 2017 See CALENDAR, 28

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CALENDAR, from 27 Bach-Handel Festival continues with early music collective Mountainside Baroque. In only a few short years, Mountainside Baroque, Cumberland’s early music collective has established itself as a staple of the cultural scene in the mid-Atlantic region, known for its excellent performances of music written before 1800. Established in 2011 by co-directors Ryan Mullaney and Lyle Nordstrom, Mountainside Baroque performances feature some of the finest professional musicians and specialists from across the country that come to play for a love of the music as well as for the beauty of the mountains. The organization has become known throughout the region and beyond, attracting audiences from the surrounding metropolitan and coastal areas. $15. 8pm - Midnight Halloween Bash at James Charles Winery, 4063 Middle Rd. Winchester. All ghosts, ghouls, goblins and zombies are invited for an evening of spooky fun at the winery, featuring party beats and lots of fun! It’s time to get creative! Whatever you wear, make it funky and fabulous and boogie through the night as your alter ego - there will even be prizes for the

best costumes! Hors d’oeuvres and a glass of Witch’s Brew are included with your ticket. $15 in advance, $20 at the door. Visit: http:// jamescharleswine.com/halloweenbash2017 11:30pm Rocky Horror Picture Show at Alamo Drafthouse Cinema, 181 Kernstown Commons Blvd. Winchester. As the cult of Rocky Horror enters its fourth decade, Alamo Drafthouse’s twenty-first century celebration of the daddy (and mommy) of interactive movies has incorporated new breakthroughs, elusive ingredients, and that...SPARK!, which will make the RHPS experience better than ever! With thrilling props, the most outrageous callbacks, boisterous singing along, and stimulating preshow games, we want these events to be your ultimate ROCKY HORROR PICTURE SHOW – whether this is your 1st or 500th time. 11:30 and 11:45pm shows. A portion of the proceeds to benefit ARE! aidsresponseeffort.org More Information and Tickets: https://drafthouse.com/winchester/show/ rocky-horror-picture-show-movie-party

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Sunday, October 29 Rain before 8am, then showers likely after 8am. The rain could be heavy at times. High near 51. Chance of precipitation is 80%. Sunday Night: Mostly cloudy, with a low around 35. Noon - 4pm Front Royal Farmers Market today - possible cooking demonstrations and samples. Visitor Center Area located at Main and Chester Streets in Downtown Front Royal. https://www.facebook.com/ FrontRoyalFarmersMarket17/

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Thursday, November 2 6:30pm Book Talk: John Brown to James Brown at Handley Regional Library, 100 W Piccadilly St. Winchester. The Friends of Handley Regional Library are hosting author Ed Maliskas at Handley Library to discuss his latest book “John Brown to James Brown: The Little Farm Where Liberty Budded, Bloomed, and Boogied.” Ed will highlight details of the untold story of the Kennedy Farm (John Brown’s Farm) in southern Washington County, MD, which is arguably America’s foremost Black History site served as the headquarters for the IBPOEW (“Black Elks”) from 1950-1966. The property was the site where John Brown had trained his troops in anticipation of his raid on Harpers Ferry in 1859. The Elks purchased the property as a memorial to Brown and built several buildings on the 235 acre property, including a 50’ by 124’ auditorium that was used as a meeting place for Elks gatherings of up to three thousand persons on Fourth of July and Labor Day weekends. The auditorium was rented on summer weekends by a local black entrepreneur, John Bishop, who booked into the venue dozens of the biggest stars of rhythm and blues, including Ray Charles, Aretha Franklin, James Brown, Little Richard, Chuck Berry, B. B. King, Otis Redding, and more. This book talk will take place Thursday, November 2 at 6:30 p.m. in the Robinson Auditorium at Handley Library. Books will be

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available to purchase, provided by the author. Robinson Auditorium is located on the lower level of Handley Library at 100 West Piccadilly Street in Winchester. For more information contact Barbara Dickinson at (540) 662-9041 ext. 31. 6:30pm - 9:30pm North Fork Shenandoah River Restoration BINGO. (See description October 28th.) Friday, November 3 All Day Friday Night Ministry at 106 Chester St. Front Royal. Puppets, laser tag/ games, crafts, movie, relay races, candy apple making, pumpkin painting, food, photo booth, ice cream and music. 7pm BINGO at Front Royal Volunteer Fire & Rescue, 221 N Commerce Ave., Front Royal. Doors open at 5pm. Saturday, November 4 8am - 2pm Holiday Bazaar at Reliance United Methodist Church, 1571 Reliance Rd. Reliance, Va. Lunch Available. Many Great Crafters/Vendors. Benefits United Methodist Women Missions. 8am Battlefield Half Marathon at Kernstown Battlefield, 610 Battle Park Drive, Winchester. Experience all the beauty of fall in the Shenandoah Valley running in the area’s premier half marathon. At 13.1 miles

the race is welcoming for casual runners but still provides a challenge for more seasoned participants. The starting line is located in historic Kernstown Battlefield with the majority of the course following scenic Middle Road and country roads through Frederick County. The race concludes with an exciting finish in Creekside Station. Not yet up for doing all of the 13.1 miles on your own? Grab a group of friends or co-workers and put together a two or four person relay team and come join the fun. This event is truly for everyone! http://fcprdrun.wixsite.com/runatthetop/battlefield-half 10am - 4pm Antiques Appraisal Fair at Belle Grove Plantation, 336 Belle Grove Rd. Middletown, Va. Bring your family treasures and heirlooms to Belle Grove’s annual Antiques Appraisal Fair. Expert appraisers will be on hand to give verbal evaluations on textiles, furniture, documents, Shenandoah Valley and Civil War artifacts. Also on hand will be experts that can tell you more about the care, storage, and restoration of quilts, books and paper, and furniture as well as digitally restoring historic photographs and insuring personal fine arts, valuables and collectibles.Saturday, November 4, 10am - 4pm. Sunday, November 5, 10am - 2pm. Visit http://www.bellegrove.org 5pm - 11pm Diwali Festival at Shawnee

Volunteer Fire Company, 2210 Valor Dr. Winchester. The Hottest Diwali party in Winchester! Dinner & Dance Bollywood Style! Cultural performances, DJ with a rocking Dance Floor. Food and alcohol are included. Tickets are for $25 each for adults 18 and older and $10 for 5 to 18, Kids under 5 are free. This event usually sells out. Get your tickets online or contact Meenu Gopal at 540-664-4352. Hosted by Namaste Shenandoah. http://www.namasteshenandoah.org/tickets 6:30pm - 9:30pm North Fork Shenandoah River Restoration BINGO. (See description October 28th.) Sunday, November 5 10am - 2pm Antiques Appraisal Fair at Belle Grove Plantation. (See description November 4th.) 12 noon - 4pm Veterans and First Responders Appreciation Day at Kernstown Battlefield, 610 Battle Park Drive, Winchester. The battlefield and house will be open FREE of charge from 12 pm until 4 pm for all active duty military, Veterans and their families. Special tours will be given to our honored guests and their families. The Museum and Gift Shop will be open. Civil War era cannons will be on display. Attendees can enjoy tours of the Pritchard House and the Battlefield. Refreshments will be provided. The battlefield also has a golf cart for those needing assistance. Visit us at http:// www.kernstownbattle.org 2pm R-MA Open House at 200 Academy Dr. Front Royal. Students looking for a superior college-prep education are invited to join Randolph-Macon Academy for a FREE information session and tour today. Students and their families will hear from admission and academic staff and enjoy a tour of the campus with a current student. Tours begin promptly at 2:00pm and while reservations are appreciated, walk-ins are welcome. 540636-5484. admission@rma.edu Monday, November 6 5pm Advertising Reservation Dead-

line for Warren/Frederick County Report Newspaper. To place an ad contact Alison Duvall by calling 540-551-2072 or via email: alisond@warrencountyreport.com 6:30pm Daniel Boone program at Handley Regional Library, 100 W Piccadilly St. Winchester. The Stewart Bell Jr. Archives are pleased to bring award-winning author and storyteller Randell Jones to share stories about the life of America’s pioneer hero, Daniel Boone, at Handley Regional Library. The program, on November 6, begins at 6:30 p.m. in the Robinson Auditorium. Jones’s book, “In the Footsteps of Daniel Boone” tells the life story of America’s pioneer hero by putting that life on the landscape, taking the reader to several dozen places where Boone’s life is commemorated with markers, monuments, plaques, statues, historic homes, and replica forts, sites which stretch today across 11 eastern states. “I can’t take you back in time,” Jones says, “but I can take you to the places where history happened. By standing on the spot or at least appreciating the distances and terrain he traversed, we get a much better appreciation for the pioneer’s experience.” Jones is a North Carolina author, living in Winston-Salem, member of the Road Scholar Speakers Bureau of the North Carolina Humanities Council, and a recipient of two Kentucky History Awards. Family audiences with a general understanding of American geography and history will enjoy hearing this history unfold. Jones will have copies of his several history titles available of purchase and autographing. Robinson Auditorium can be found on the Lower Level of Handley Regional Library in Historic Winchester, Virginia. For more information contact Becky Ebert, Archivist, at (540) 662-9041 ext. 22. Wednesday, November 8 6pm - 7pm Front Royal Kiwanis Club Meeting. Rancho Nuevo Mexican Grill, 470 B South Commerce Ave. Front Royal. 7pm Lecture: World War I in the Shadow of the American Civil War at Hester

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November 3rd.) 7pm - 9pm Deck the Halls at Blue Ridge Arts Council, 305 E Main St. Front Royal. Each November, the gallery of the Blue Ridge Arts Council is transformed into a holiday wonderland. Trees, wreaths and silent auction items will be up for bid. Please come prepared to bid on your favorite items! 540-635-9909. 7pm BINGO at Front Royal Volunteer Fire & Rescue, 221 N Commerce Ave., Front Royal. Doors open at 5pm. Saturday, November 18 9am - 3pm Browntown Christmas Ba-

local for those unique Christmas Presents! 540-636-3588. Email: 1015jkh@centurylink. net or visit http://browntowncommunity.com 10am - 4pm Scottish “Backyard” Highland Games at Kernstown Battlefield, 610 Battle Park Dr. Winchester. The Kernstown Battlefield Association (KBA) and Clan Adrenalin will host its second “backyard” Highland games of the season. The backyard game is a smaller one than the one we will host in July, with only the competition taking place. Scottish Highland warriors competed against each other between battles. They used ordinary objects in their competitions: weights, stones, hammers

and tree trunks (“cabers”). This low key event is a perfect family outing. The games benefit prostate cancer research. Refreshments will be for sale by the KBA and all refreshment proceeds will benefit the KBA. Please bring your own chairs. Visit us at http://kernstownbattle.org 11am - 2pm Holly Jolly Saturday at Blue Ridge Arts Council, 305 E Main St.

Front Royal. Fun holiday entertainment and activities for the whole family! Featuring visits with Santa. 540-635-9909. 1pm History & Architecture Tours at Handley Regional Library, 100 W Piccadilly St. Winchester. (See description Nov. 1st.) 6:30pm - 9:30pm North Fork Shenandoah River Restoration BINGO. (See description October 28th.)

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