Early June 2018 Warren/Frederick County Report

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Volume XIII, Issue 11 • Early June, 2018

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Virginia students beat national average in math, reading tests City of Winchester Memorial Day and Outdoor Pool Schedules Virginia fourth graders outperformed their nationwide peers in mathematics and reading on the 2017 National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP). The national tests — also known as the Nation’s Report Card — are taken every two years by representative samples of fourth- and eighth-grade students in each state and nationwide.

For the first time, 50 percent of Virginia fourth graders achieved at or above the proficient level in mathematics, with 12 percent earning advanced scores. Students in no other state performed at a statistically higher level.

The national testing program defines proficiency as “solid academic performance…over challenging subject matter, including subject-matter knowledge, application of such knowledge to real-world situations, and analytical skills appropriate to the subject matter.”

Nationwide, only 40 percent of public school fourth-grade students achieved at or above the proficient level in mathematics, with eight percent achieving advanced scores.

Forty-three percent of the commonwealth’s grade-4 students met or exceeded the rigorous national standard for proficiency in reading, with 12 percent demonstrating advanced reading skills. Only students in Massachusetts, New Jersey and Department of Defense schools performed at a statistically higher level in fourth-grade reading.

Although the overall performance of Virginia fourth graders on the 2017 NAEP was statistically similar to 2015, the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) says Virginia fourth graders have made statistically significant gains in reading during the last two decades.

“When you plot out the data for the last decade or so, you see Virginia fourth-graders consistently performing well above the national average in reading and mathematics and a long-term trend of ever-higher achievement in both subjects,” Acting Superintendent

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Nationwide, 35 percent of fourthgrade public school students demonstrated reading skills at or above the proficient level, with nine percent achieving advanced scores.

The achievement gaps between white students and their black and Hispanic peers in grade-4 mathematics widened as a result of an eight-point increase in the percentage of white students achieving at or above the proficient level. Sixty-five percent of white Virginia fourth graders earned proficient or advanced scores, compared with 24 percent of blacks and 31 percent of Hispanics.

There were no statistically significant changes in the achievement gaps in fourth-grade reading between white students and black and Hispanic students. Fifty-four percent of white Virginia fourth graders performed at or above the proficient level, compared with 21 percent of blacks and 29 percent of Hispanics.

“Under the Board of Education’s new accreditation system that goes into effect this fall, schools will be rated on whether groups of students — such as students of color and students in poverty — are meeting expectations or making progress, as well as on overall achievement and growth,” Constantino said. “This is a significant change in Virginia’s accountability system and is designed to shine a light on achievement gaps and incentivize schools and divisions to narrow and, ultimately, close them.”

The overall performance of Virginia eighth graders on the 2017 national mathematics and reading tests also was little changed from 2015.

In mathematics, 40 percent of Virginia eighth graders achieved proficient or advanced scores in 2017, with 13 percent performing at the advanced level. Nationally, 33 percent of public school eighth graders achieved at the proficient level or above. Ten percent of students nationwide achieved advanced scores.

Thirty-seven percent of Virginia eighth-grade students achieved at or above the proficient level in reading, with four percent achieving advanced scores. Eighth graders in only five states — Connecticut, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New Jersey and Vermont — and Department of Defense schools achieved at a statistically higher level.

Nationally, 35 percent of eighth graders achieved proficient or ad-

vanced reading scores, which was a two-point — but not statistically significant — improvement compared with 2015. Four percent of students tested nationwide scored at the advanced level.

The percentage of black eighth graders achieving proficient or advanced math scores increased by eight points, to 20 percent in 2017, compared with 12 percent in 2015. While this represented a significant gain for black students, the improvement did not translate into a statistically significant narrowing of the achievement gap with white students.

I am happy to see that Virginia students and educators are continuing to excel, compared to the national averages,” said Governor Ralph Northam.

“We remain committed to closing the achievement gap for students of color which is a high priority for this administration. This is great news as we strive to ensure that every student in the Commonwealth is prepared with the educational foundation to enter the workforce and to be part of the 21stcentury economy.”

Forty-eight percent of white eighth

graders earned proficient or advanced math scores, which was statistically similar to achievement in 2015. The performance of Hispanic eighth graders on the national math test also was relatively unchanged, with 28 percent achieving at the proficient level or higher.

“Overall we are impressed with the performance by our 4th and 8th graders, but we are particularly proud of the 4th grade math scores. These students outperformed other 4th graders nationwide which is a testament to their hard work and our dedicated educators throughout the Commonwealth,” said Virginia Secretary of Education Atif Qarni.

NAEP results reflect the performance of representative samples of students in each state and nationwide.

The 2017 NAEP sampling of Virginia students included approximately 2,300 fourth-grade students and approximately 2,200 eighth graders.

NAEP results are not reported for school divisions or for individual schools.

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In observance of the Memorial Day holiday, the City’s schedule for the week of May 28, 2018 is as follows: City administrative offices – CLOSED, May 28 WinTran – CLOSED, May 28 Recycling Collection – Monday’s (May 28) recycling collection is RESCHEDULED for Wednesday, May 30 (yard waste collection on Wednesday, May 30 is canceled) Jim Barnett Park: Recreation Center – CLOSED, May 28 Outdoor Pool – Opening of the outdoor pool, which usually happens Memorial Day weekend each year, is delayed one week this year. The outdoor pool in Jim Barnett park will officially open for the season on Saturday, June 2 with the fifth annual Splash Bash event held from noon to 4 pm (DJ, great food and door prizes). The outdoor pool opening was delayed due to the full resurfacing of the pool taking longer than anticipated by the contactor. Check the Park’s website or summer Program Guide for the complete pool schedule.

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The following are the operating hours for the 2018 Season: Monday through Friday 12 noon 5:30 p.m.

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Chris German brought the cat safely down, also rescues people in his volunteer work

The very high, skinny tree was temporary home for the cat, rescued April 16, that was afraid to turn around and climb down during a rainstorm.

Photo credit-Lacey Sage

By Carol Ballard Warren/Frederick County Report Linda Cook was one of several Front Royal concerned witnesses of the rescue of a terrified cat that had climbed a tree and couldn’t figure out how to turn around and climb back down. She thought Chris German, who climbed up to get the animal deserved a story about what he did.

She told about what she and several other Front Royal residents experienced the night of April 16. The plight of the cat and its rescue were followed closely on the Facebook “What’s Up Front Royal?” site.

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“The tree was so tall and thin, and it was so cold Monday night. I don’t know how he did it,” she said.

“And he acted like it was no big deal,” she added.

She said that, since a cat’s claws are curved inward, they have to turn around to grip the bark and come down backwards.

Apparently, this cat didn’t know how, or was too afraid to try that.

Several other concerned folks were following the cat’s predicament on Facebook after Lacey Sage found out about it and posted a cry for help on Facebook.

Chris German said his mom saw it on there and told him about it.

“I was on my way to the gym, but when I got out, I got my gear and sent Lacey a message to get her phone number. I called her and told her I’d show up and evaluate the situation.

“When I got there, I shone my headlamp up on the tree to see how far up the cat was and if it would hold my weight. I did three or four attempts to get the rope up there. It’s a heavy piece of equipment, to throw up and hold.

Then I tied it to another tree,” he related.

He said he went up the rope to test it and the belay device, and when it held and felt good, he locked his backpack to the rope.

He’s experienced with the “frog” system he used to get up the tree which is popular with cavers for exploring underground terrain. He’s also a caver and uses this method in search and rescue operations with the Shenandoah Mountain Rescue Group.

‘When I got to the cat, I picked it up by the back of its neck, like the mother cat would do and put it into the backpack. I secured the backpack and lowered it down to the people under the tree.

“It was a tall thin tree. The hardest part was getting the rope up there, but there was a “V” on the tree and there was part of a branch to use and go over,” said Chris.

As he climbed, the tree got thinner and thinner and the cat was further up.

“Don’t you want to come a little closer?” He said he was mentally saying to the cat.

It was difficult to keep his balance because of the way the tree was angled, and the fact that it was only eight inches around, and a moment of difficulty came when transferring the cat to the backpack.

But his experience and the unique “Frog” system he used to climb the tree, as well as being harnessed to the rope, brought him through and also safely down.

“The system I used is a Frog Ascending System, which is used in vertical caving. Here is the wilderness search

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Cook also mentioned that there

were a few folks who had some “nasty” comments like, “Someone should shoot it down with a paintball” and “We already have too many cats in town.”

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Warren/Frederick County Report 122 W 14th Street, PMB 20 Front Royal, VA 22630 Chris German can be seen in this photo using the frog system to go over the Maryland Heights edge with Harper’s Ferry and Potomac and Shenandoah Rivers in the background. Photo credit - Alexa Simmons

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This grey tabby, stuck in a tree for several days during a storm, was rescued by Chris German who also volunteers with search and rescue with the Shenandoah Mountain Rescue Group. The cat was taken into a neighbor’s house and given food and shelter after its ordeal. Photo creditLacey Sage

But there were far more who cared about the frightened animal.

Here are some comments from people who witnessed this event or were involved and sent their supportive messages to Chris and Lacey Sage who started the effort to rescue the cat.

Lacey Sage - The owner has been found! She came and got him! Thank you so much to Chris German! He climbed this tree in the rain/ dark to get this poor cat down that has been in the tree for a couple days! Again, thank you!!

L C - God bless you Chris you are a

good soul!

V G R W - Way to go!!! I’m so glad the cat got the help it needed. Hometown hero!!!

A B J - Amazing, Chris! Good work, friend - I hope the kindness you show others comes back to you ten-fold.

B B P - Lacey Sage, how lucky this kitty was that you spotted him and reached out to the public! Major good karma coming your way for you and Chris for rescuing him!

C V Chris German you’re a hero L T It took a real man like Chris to the rescue. It puts a lot of other people

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Chris German - “Well, thank you all for all the comments, etc!!! LoL Just a little overwhelmed by it. I’m just a person trying to do the right thing, that’s all,” said German on Facebook.

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Cook had a final word about the event.

“He’s a good guy, and rescues animals (and people) all the time. He just had that light on his head and shimmied right up the tree. The cat was a gray tabby, like the one I had that had to be put down. There’s so much hatred in the world, and I wanted to have a good story about something good,” she concluded.

In the end, not only was the cat rescued, but he was reunited with his worried owner, so all of Chris’s hard work was definitely worthwhile.

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Skyline Chimers perform at Front Royal United Methodist Church

These are the fabulous Chimers posing with their musical director, Allyson Gillispie. Not pictured are: Hunter Celec and Elise Deardurff. Photo courtesy of Lindsey Orndorff.

By Jessica Baldwin Warren/Frederick County Report There’s a local group of inspiring performers who have been filling the Valley with their amazing Chimes for the past several years.

On Saturday May 19, The Skyline Chimers kicked off their fifth concert at the Front Royal United Methodist Church.

Everyone who was present was immediately taken by the sounds of songs from Billboard hits to Disney.

Allyson Gillispie, the musical genius behind the Skyline Chimers, has been running this amazing, talented group of performers for about four years now.

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Surely something this amazing had to originate from somewhere.

Allyson explains how she started in this area and how this group of talented performers came to be.

“I got my music therapy degree from Shenandoah University. SU has a group called NW Works Chimers. I volunteered with that group while obtaining my degree and a few years afterwards.

I decided I wanted to start a similar group here in Front Royal. I was born and raised in Front Royal and only went away to get my bachelor’s degree. Special Olympics asked me to do some type of activity the month of April in 2014.

I decided to do a trial run of Chimers.

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We had four practices and presented a three-song concert about rainbows.

“I then formally started Skyline Chimers and we had our first full length concert in May 2015,” she said.

There are many instances that might turn somebody on to a certain field. It could be their passion or something else entirely. To dive into this a bit further, she further explained how music therapy piqued her interest and how she got started way back when.

“That’s actually a funny question, or I suppose funny answer. A friend of mine, Linda Ruhling, tried to convince me to do music therapy as an undergrad. I didn’t really know what it was at the time, and of course, when you’re 18, you know everything and don’t listen to anyone’s suggestions!! Once I got my music degree, I taught elementary music in Murfreesboro, NC (where Chowan College is and where I graduated from) and quickly found out that that was not for me!!! I came back home and worked a variety of jobs.

“All seemed to be working with people who had special needs. I worked at Grafton, where I was a case manager for people with disabilities, I taught a year of special education, etc. Through that work and my love of music, I started thinking about music therapy and doing some research to see if it would work for me. Luckily Shenandoah

My Own Two Hands” by Jack Johnson, “How Far I’ll Go” from the Disney movie Moana, “3 Things” and “You Can Rely on Me” by Jason Mraz and “Happy” by Pharrell Williams.

“I am also really excited about two new additions this spring.

“Not only have the Chimers made a music video to the song “You Can’t Stop the Feeling” by Justin Timberlake, but they have also, with the assistance of my music therapy intern, DeLyn Celec, written a song called “We Want to Be!” The song is a reflection of what the Chimers want as far as goals, feelings, ambitions, etc. It will truly be a night of pure inspiration!” she said.

The concert was a truly inspirational performance. With songs from all walks of life, there was something for everyone. The Chimers were excited and enthused to be performing for a fantastic

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Towards the end of the concert, the last song played had everyone jumping up and dancing all around the Sanctuary of the church. It was definitely a fun evening.

Of course, none of this would be possible without all the fantastic performers and volunteers. Allyson can’t stop raving about how wonderful they all

are!

“I am so thankful to all of my chimers AND my volunteers!! My volunteers are VERY dedicated!” she said.

“Steve Jenkins and Collin Finnell have participated in Chimers since 2014. Anna Grant joined us in 2016, Sam Rusnak joined us last year. Chimers definitely wouldn’t be possible without all of these volunteers. My family

has been instrumental in helping me.

Both my mom, Donna Rae Hinze, and my sister, Lindsey Orndorff, have been involved since the beginning and I roped them into conducting. My sister and my niece, Kenzie Orndorff, have also sung the past two years.

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John Connolly won’t seek reelection to Front Royal Town Council

By Timothy Ratigan Warren/Frederick County Report On May 14, 2018 the Front Royal Council had their first meeting of the month. Front Royal Town Mayor Hollis Tharpe began the meeting, which had a very short agenda. During request and inquiries from council members, Councilman John Connolly, who is nearing the end of his first term in office, made an announcement.

“Mr. Mayor and fellow town council members, tonight I am announcing my intention not to seek re-election to the Front Royal Town Council in 2018,” he began.

“Being selected to serve on this council has been one of the greatest honors of my life. And I am extremely proud of what our council has accomplished over the last four years. A sign of how far we have come is in our night’s agenda, the council’s earliest approved budget ever. We continue

to work to improve our community and grow it for the future. Although I won’t seek re-election this year, I hope to stay closely engaged in local government moving forward. Serving council is not easy; everyone on this dais must weigh carefully the needs and wants of 15,000 people within the framework of laws and regulations to which the town is beholden. I would like to thank Councilman Tewalt, Councilman Sealock, Councilman Gillispie, Councilman Meza, and Councilman Morrison for the sacrifices they make to serve our community in this way,” Connolly continued.

“I would also like to express my deep appreciation for Mayor Hollis Tharpe, whose leadership guides the council and communicates council’s position to the public on a daily basis.

The tremendous benefit I’ve enjoyed from my time on council is getting a close-up view of how the town operates and the challenges that it faces. I wish every citizen could see the hard work and effort our town staff puts in to keep the lights on, the streets clear and the water running. The credit goes, and a lion’s share, to Town Manager Joe Waltz and our department heads – all of whom are leaders of our community.

“I would also like to thank our town

attorney Doug Napier and clerk of council Jennifer Berry for their exemplary service to council and their assistance to me personally in my role here in the past four years. Thank you,” he concluded.

After Connoly’s statement, council passed a consent agenda containing two items.

The first item was a council approval for encroachment for a building at 114/116 East Main Street for a handicap accessible ramp/landing at the rear entrance to the building, currently located within town property.

This is contingent upon the applicant providing a plat of survey to the town within one year, by May 14, 2019. Council was further requested to direct the town manager to execute the final paperwork needed to complete the agreement process.

The second item on the consent agenda was a request for council’s approval to use the town’s trolleys for a humane society fundraiser.

On April 12, 2018, council received a written request from the Warren County Humane Society seeking a donation from the Town to utilize two trolleys to transport participants to the annual “Waggin’ for Dragons” boat race, from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. on Saturday, August 11, 2018, at a cost $1,159.

The letter reads, in part, “The Humane Society of Warren County will be hosting the 5th Annual Waggin’ for Dragons boat race on Saturday August 11, 2018 at the Front Royal Country Club. This fundraiser is the animal shelter’s highest grossing community event. Hundreds of participants and spectators come out to see the dragon boat race in support of the homeless animals of Warren County.

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Both items passed on a 6-0 vote.

Council agenda item number eight was a request and second reading for Council approval to amend and reenact Front Royal Town Code (water and sewer rates).

If the council approved and adopted this second reading to amend and re-enact the Front Royal Town Code pertaining to water and sewer rates, the ordinance would be amended to include that U.S. Route 522 North Corridor area commercial and industrial users of town water and sewer services, in order to obtain such services, will pay in-town rates plus a fee equal to a “Pay-In-Lieu of Town Taxes” (pilot fees) but not including payment for tax meals and lodging taxes, to expand the corridor area to include Crooked Run West.

There was no discussion by the council members and a vote was taken and passed on a 6-0 vote.

Next on the agenda, Council was requested to adopt on its second and final reading, the Town’s annual appropriation ordinance for the Fiscal Year 2018-2019 budget. The budget would be effective July 1, 2018 through June 30, 2019.

Several work sessions were held during the budget process: January 2; February 2, 5, and 20; March 5; and April 2 and 6 of 2018. One public hearing was held for the fiscal year 2018/19 budget on Aril 23, 2018.

The Town of Front Royal’s budget expenditures for fiscal year 2018/19 are expected and requested to be

$45,006,355.

The expected General Fund expenditures are as follows: General Government- $1,025,920 Financial Administration $911,075 Legal Services $372,255 Public Safety $5,059,840 General Property Maintenance $1,142,250 Planning and Zoning Administration to include Boards and Commissions $549,570 Risk Management and Insurances $899,895 Economic Development, $9,065 Information Technology $613,840 Transfers and Contingency Reserves $380,445 Street fund expenditures $2,231,516 Economic Development and Designated Funds $684,600 Electric Fund $20,036,440 Water Fund $5,103,185 Sewer Fund $5,882,990 Solid Waste Fund $1,100,470 The total is $46,006,335.

During the introduction of the motion to approve the passage of the annual fiscal year budget, Mayor Hollis Tharpe made a point to note that the town council is passing this year’s fiscal year budget ahead of the deadline.

“We are about six weeks ahead.

This normally occurs at the end of June.”

The measure passed with all council members voting yes.

The Front Royal Town Council will hold their next work session on May 21, 2018 at 7:00 p.m. at the Town Hall Council Chambers. A closed session will be held just before the work session and scheduled at 6:30 p.m.

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Discovering Warren County: Southern States Magnificent Seven

These are the super qualified folks named “The Magnificent Seven” who work at the Southern States Cooperative in Front Royal, ready to serve and advise on a variety of requests. From left to right: John Gochenour, Bill Duncan, Siobhan O’Brian, Allen Taylor, Rachael Mathews, Randy Clark, and Nancy Wright.

By Ken Thurman Warren/Frederick County Report For over 86 years Southern States has been an active member of our community and a business trusted by farmers and homeowners, for both commercial and residential needs.

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Allen Taylor, their leader, is a Michigan State graduate with a degree in animal science. Allen joined Southern States in 1996 after 13 years in cattle operations. He is also a certified American Registry of Professional Animal Scientist (ARPAS) and takes 16

credit hours annually to maintain certification. He also has knowledge of all types of livestock, crops, and lawn care. Allen has also been active in the community taking leadership roles in the 4-H, VLA, Ruritan’s and most recently as chairman of the Chamber of Commerce.

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also managed 15+ horse barns and has lived on a farm all her life raising goats, sheep, hogs, rabbits, and currently two horses. Rachael, a lifelong 4-Her is actively involved with the Warren County 4-H program.

Randy Clark, a graduate of Virginia Tech in agricultural education has over 37 years’ experience in lawn/ garden and agricultural fields. His expertise also includes ice and snow mitigation in addition to lawn care consulting, training and sales.

Siobhan O’Brian, a 10-year master gardener is also a journeyman level farrier and member of the Working Brotherhood of Farriers Association since 2005. In her off time, she raises rare breed poultry and heirloom apples on her small farm which features goats, cows, donkeys, alpacas, pigs, and horses.

John Gochenour was born and raised in Woodstock on his family’s 400-acre farm raising cattle, hogs, sheep, poultry, rabbits, and crops.

He received his Bachelor of Science degree from Virginia Tech and has worked for Southern States Cooperative for over 35 years including managing stores in Middleburg, Calverton, and Leesburg.

Nancy Wright was born and raised in Hume and has lived in Warren County for over 40 years. Nancy is Southern States’ power equipment specialist and has been trained by Briggs & Stratton, Echo, Shindawa, Kohler, MTD and others.

Bill Duncan, the Territorial Sales Manager (TSM) has over 40 years’ experience with Southern States Cooperative. He is a graduate from Virginia Tech in agricultural economics management, is an ARPAS certified beef

cattle specialist, a certified crop advisor (through the American Agronomy Society) and an expert on livestock and crops and on farm consulting.

Did I mention the equipment?

In addition to their people, Southern States has the large-scale equipment to tackle any size job including spreaders, sprayers, tenders (vehicles that tend to the spreaders and sprayers), and both flatbed and box delivery trucks.

It’s no wonder that farmers and homeowners across all Northern Virginia rely on the Front Royal Southern States Cooperative.

I toured the complex (Southern States is much larger than I realized) with Allen who showed me a vast array of seeds, feeds, fertilizers, power equipment, animal care needs, farm needs, and products in multiple varieties and sizes for any rural lifestyle including gardening, pet care, and so much more.

No wonder they are one of the top 50 stores in all the southern states and why farmers and homeowners alike come from literally miles around to the Front Royal store.

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To find out more and learn from the best trained professionals around, drop by the store at 50 Water Street, Front Royal, VA 22630 or call (540) 635-3118 or email Allen at Allen.Taylor @sscoop.com. Their new website is due up shortly at www.FrontRoyalco-op.com – wizardsrealestate@gmail.com

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Sergio Coppola seeks Democratic nomination for 6th Congressional District “Health Care is a big deal. If a candidate is not making healthcare a priority, make them make it a priority.”

Rockingham County resident Sergio Coppola, a candidate seeking nomination for the Sixth Congressional District participates in the Candidates’ Forum hosted by the Warren County Democratic Committee.

By Timothy Ratigan Warren/Frederick County Report Sergio Coppola, a resident of Rockingham County, is seeking the Democratic Nomination for Congress for the Sixth Congressional District. He participated in the candidate’s forum sponsored by the Warren County Democratic Committee on May 6, along with three other candidates.

The forum was held at the Warren County Community Center. The winning candidate will be selected through the Democratic Primary scheduled for June 12.

Virginia’s Sixth District has always been home to Sergio, who grew up in Bridgewater and currently lives in Rockingham County with his wife.

The following is a list of questions put to each of the candidates and the answers given by Sergio Coppola.

The forum began with his minutelong opening statement.

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Q: What policies would you propose to encourage economic development and well-paying jobs in the Valley?

A: When it comes to the economy and jobs, I’ve been over to a couple of job fairs and looked at what was needed and what was going on in our

district. It is obvious that it ties into trades and vocations as well. We have a lot of jobs available in our district, but we have to have the work force to fill those jobs. And the reason is that we are focusing more of our resources on higher education with those high expenses instead of training the people that we need within our district to fit our community colleges and vocational schools and the business within our area. Our community colleges design courses to fit the needs that we need.

“So, we need to have more access to free vocational courses. Free vocational schools and community colleges are a great way to get more people working in our district for the jobs we have available. Health care is a big deal. If a candidate is not making healthcare a priority, make them make it a priority.”

Q: Both college and trade education is becoming more critical to achieving economic success. Costs for both keep rising. What do you propose to do to help our young people gain access to affordable education and keep from saddling them from enormous debt?

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Working towards education and making it free: we have to have the ability to do that. We need to do that for our students and that helps get the workforce out there, helps lower education costs. We representatives need to be fighting to fund those programs.

Q: Access to affordable health care in rural areas is becoming more challenging as costs and insurance premiums keep rising. What steps would you take to help reduce cost and provide access for health insurance for more people?

A: Healthcare is my bread and butter. I focused on it in college. There are a lot of things that people don’t know about health care. I created the duo-care as a public buy-in option.

We have the opportunity to make it

in Congress. There are a lot of people who are pushing for a public buy-in option. When you have more candidates saying and pushing that it is what they want to make affordable healthcare an option, you are more likely to get it through Congress.

With the single payer system, I supported Bernie Sanders in his push for single payer system. People don’t know that in America we are 37th in the world in regard to our standing in health care. Canada, which is what our vision of single payer health care should be, is rated 30th in the world. They monitor that on accessibility and affordability and quality.

So while we are saying that we want a Canadian system that ranks 30th we still are not in the top 10. The world health organization did their research and that is where the statistics come out, where the numbers came out. It was there.

So, a public buy-in option in which the countries in the top ten don’t have

Unveiling of Community Art Work Celebrating Connection

United ShenValley Artists (USVA) and Selah Theatre Project will unveil a community artwork called The Bridge on Saturday, June 9 at 7:00 PM at Selah Theatre at 400-B Kendrick Lane in Front Royal. The event is free and open to the public. The Bridge is an installation comprising more than 120 pieces of art by local residents on the theme “Connecting across Differences.”

Participants in the project wrote, painted, drew, and collaged on 5 x 7 postcards to celebrate the connections we make or would like to make to people who may seem different from ourselves. People of all ages and from a variety of backgrounds, faiths, and cultures created unique expressions of their desire to connect. The Bridge also includes artwork from as far away as Amster-

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The evening will feature music by Mark and Celia Cooley, Matt Chellini, and Lynne Arnold and poetry

by Jose Padua, Kristin Zimet, Jody Frank, and Heather Davis. Attendees will be encouraged to create their own art works with materials available at the event so that The Bridge can continue to grow. Food and drink will be provided at a reception honoring all participants.

The Bridge Project is sponsored by United ShenValley Artists, an outreach of Selah Theatre Project that promotes the positive power of the arts in our homes and community.

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full blown single payer systems, their systems don’t work that way. So what I push is a duo-payer plan at nine percent of your income. That is what affects most people. That is how you put in an affordable plan based on your income.

Q: Clean air and clean water are a vital part of our health and economy to the Shenandoah Valley. What would you do to protect the environment?

A: I would hope that we are very much against pipelines. They are not for clean energy. We should not give corporations tax exemptions for making dirty energy. We want to work with you toward clean energies.

That is what we need to do and bucking dirty energy creation. So that is

what I intend to do. That has been my stance and I haven’t taken any corporate funds toward any of those organizations. We need to work with these companies and we need to promote clean energies.

Q: Many people depend on Social Security and Medicare. We are told that these programs are at risk. What will you do to ensure that these programs remain funded and available for future generations?

A: We determine that budget and there is no excuse. We focus a lot on these different programs like Medicare where there are many subsidy programs out there and the real reason we have those programs out there is because we have a poor-quality health care system. If we had a higher

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Q: Gun violence is overwhelming our schools and our neighborhoods.

What do you propose to do about this situation?

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You need to show that you are stable enough to have that gun. That is the position I have taken. We can categorize these weapons appropriately.

Q: Our region has a shortage of affordable housing. What can Congress do to address this issue?

A: Appropriately funding programs. That is what we need to do. We need to make sure we are taking care of people. When talking about affordable housing a lot of what it details is where your expenses go to. I believe that one of the most important issues facing our country is affordable health care. That determines your financial situation. The statement is usually this: “If I have to choose between my health care and my mortgage or my rent what am I going to

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Q: What would be your highest priority upon election to Congress and which committees would you prefer?

A: Health Care. Number one priority. When I reach out to both Democrats and Republicans that is why I made it a platform issue. My issues are healthcare, education, and jobs.

That is what I am going to reach out with. It is what influences everybody.

We have the highest debt in the area; we have the highest debt in country in regard to education. Making that our priority in Congress and our district along with reaching out to committees while in Congress. Those are my priorities. That is what I intend on doing. Number one is absolutely healthcare.”

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Dog found deceased, discarded in plastic bag Winchester Police (WPD) officers were dispatched to the 400 block of National Avenue on May 20 at approximately 9:12 p.m. for a report of animal cruelty. When officers arrived on scene, they found a deceased small black chihuahua inside a reusable shopping bag.

Clear plastic was wrapped and tied around the dog’s head. The rear legs of the dog were found in an additional plastic bag inside the reusable shopping bag. Officers transported the pet to the emergency veterinarian for further investigation.

Witnesses in the area reported to police that they had seen the bag on the sidewalk since the morning but were all unaware of its contents.

The dog was wearing a black collar without identification tags. Anyone with information regarding this incident or the possible identity of the owner is strongly encouraged to call Officer Slonaker of the Winchester Police Department at 540-662-4131.

Multiple break-ins, thefts reported across city Winchester Police Department (WPD) officers responded to multiple break-ins from 10:00 p.m. May 17 into the early morning hours of May 18, 2018. Nearly twenty locations, including businesses and private residences, reported to police that their properties had either been broken into or tampered with.

Five victims reported that cash and/or cash boxes were taken from their businesses. Investigations of the businesses showed signs of forced entry. Others reported that alarms had been set off, but no property seemed to be missing during the initial investigation. The businesses affected were located on West Jubal Early Drive, Featherbed Lane, Millwood Avenue, and Valley Avenue.

During the same time frame, victims reported that vehicles and residences on Burton Street, Buckner Drive, Rodes Circle, Ramseur Lane, and Magruder Court had been broken into and items removed. The vehicles

were unlocked.

Witnesses reported to police that two suspicious individuals were walking at approximately 2:30 a.m. in the area of Rodes Circle and Mahone Drive with bags over their shoulders.

A breaking and entering was discovered on Mahone Drive as well, with the victim missing property from his vehicle. A search of Meadow Branch Avenue led officers to recover some of the property.

Officers later made contact with Andrew Garrett Robinson, 20, of Winchester, in a parked vehicle on Meadow Branch Avenue near the stolen property from Mahone Drive. A brief investigation led officers to discover that Robinson had taken the vehicle from a residence in the area, as well as the stolen property from the vehicle on Mahone Drive. Robinson was arrested for larceny of a motor vehicle and larceny from a motor vehicle. He was transported to the Northwest Regional Adult Detention Center. He was released on an unsecured bond.

The investigation is ongoing.

Michael Hendrickson, was arrested and charged with one felony count of destruction of property and five misdemeanor counts of destruction of property. A male juvenile, age 14, was also charged with one felony and thirteen misdemeanors of destruction of property and three misdemeanor counts of vehicle tampering. Additional charges are pending for a third suspect related to this matter.

Those charges resulted from an investigation concerning tires being slashed on several parked cars at Rick’s Auto Care & Tire Center, which was closed at the time. It was reported to the Front Royal Police that twentythree (23) vehicles had been tampered with and/or vandalized. The investigation revealed that a total of sixteen tires were flattened as a result of being punctured.

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surrendered and was taken into custody. There were no injuries during the incident. Jankowski was transported to the Warren Memorial Hospital for an evaluation. He was released from WMH and was charged with 18.2-308.1:3. Purchase, possession, or transportation of firearm by persons involuntarily admitted or ordered to outpatient treatment (Class one misdemeanor) and served with an Emergency Protection Order. Jankowski is being held without bond at the RSW Regional Jail.

Virginia State Police also arrested Matthew McKenzie 39 years old of 109 Keller Court Winchester VA for 18.2-308.1:4. Purchase or transportation of firearm by persons subject to

protective order, stemming from the incident at 997 Wilderness Road. Matthew McKenzie was given a $10,000 unsecured bond by the magistrate.

The Warren County Sheriff ’s Office was assisted by units from the Front Royal Police Department, Virginia State Police and Warren County Fire and Rescue.

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“America in World War I- the 100th Anniversary” in Stephens City, VA June 09 and 10, 2018

On May 13, 2018 at approximately 5am, deputies from the Warren County Sheriff ’s Office responded to the Gooney Creek Campground for a report of a sexual assault. Baterdene Batjargal, 21 years old, from Arlington, VA, was arrested. Baterdene was charged with 18.2-61 Rape and 18.2186.3 Identity Theft (Providing False ID). Baterdene is held without bond and is currently at RSW Regional Jail.

Anyone with information pertaining to the case is asked to contact Sergeant Daniel Maxfield at 540-635-7100 or at

The Winchester-Frederick County Historical Society in conjunction with P. M. Fravel, a local historian located at the former Sandy’s Implement Service building 1.5 miles east of Stephens City, Virginia on Fairfax Pike (Rt. 277 east) will host a special museum presentation and display focusing upon “America in World War I”. This event will be conducted on Saturday, June 09 and Sunday, June 10, 2018, 10am until 5pm daily.

An extensive display of original artifacts depicting America’s involvement during World War I as well as displays on America’s involvement in World War II, Korea, and Vietnam will be presented. Individual displays include: America’s Involvement in World War I The American WW II Home Front The American Infantry Soldier and his Equipment- D-Day, the 6th of June 1944 The U.S. Army Air Force Flight Gear and Equipment The Battle of the Bulge- the last German Offensive, December 1944 The Combat Medic The Weaponry and Ordnance of WW II WW II Military Vehicles Korean War Vietnam A reunion of WW II veterans is planned to begin at 10:30am in Saturday, June 9.

The Winchester-Frederick County Historical Society and the Handley Regional Library will be available Saturday representing the veteran’s oral history project at the library. Families are encouraged to bring WW II veterans as well as citizens involved in defense work and the Home Front to be

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WW I and WW II re-enactors and their displays will provide a “living history” interpretation on Saturday, June 10th.

Plenty of convenient parking is available and there is no entry fee to the event. The entire family is encouraged to attend. For further information, contact P. M. Fravel at 540-9741044 or fravel@clemson.edu

Whether you ride in the back seat or the front, day or night, or just running across town or a 6-hour trip, everyone should buckle their seat belt every trip.

Warren County Community Center Click it or Ticket The Front Royal Police Department will be joining other area law enforcement agencies and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHSTA) in this year’s Click it or Ticket enforcement mobilization.

The campaign is a national effort by police to increase seatbelt usage rates that runs from May 21st thru June 3rd.

The protection of our citizens on the highway and spreading the message that seat belts save lives is the purpose of our participation in this campaign.

Wearing a seat belt is one of the most important steps in increasing survivability in a crash.

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, 35,092 people were killed in traffic crashes in 2015 and 37,461 people were killed in 2016. Drivers in the Front Royal area can expect to see extra officers on the street as well as checkpoints. This will further our effort to increase seat belt usage and decrease crashes involving severe injury and/or death. We ask drivers across the country to please make buckling up an automatic habit.

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The Community Center will reopen Tuesday, May 29, 2018 at 8:00 AM.

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near the park. That spending supported 1,204 jobs in the local area and had a cumulative benefit to the local economy of $126 million.

“Shenandoah National Park welcomes visitors from across the country and around the world,” said Superintendent Jennifer Flynn. “We are delighted to share the story of this place and the experiences it provides.

We also feature the park as a way to introduce our visitors to this part of the country and all that it offers. National park tourism is a significant driver in the national economy, returning $10 for every $1 invested in the National Park Service, and it’s a big factor in our local economy as well. We appreciate the partnership and support of our neighbors and are glad to be able to give back by helping to sustain local communities.”

The peer-reviewed visitor spending analysis was conducted by economists Catherine Cullinane Thomas of the U.S. Geological Survey and Lynne Koontz of the National Park Service. The report shows $18.2 billion of direct spending by more than 330 million park visitors in communities within 60 miles of a national park.

This spending supported 306,000 jobs nationally; 255,900 of those jobs are found in these gateway communities.

The cumulative benefit to the U.S. economy was $35.8 billion.

The lodging sector received the highest direct contributions with $5.5 billion in economic output to local gateway economies and 49,000 jobs.

The restaurants sector received the next greatest direct contributions with $3.7 billion in economic output to local gateway economies and 60,500

health. Last year, I decided to start eating healthy again and exercising more.

I lost 35 pounds and feel better now than I have in a long time.”

Mayor Smith wants local residents to be as healthy as they can which is why he created the Mayor’s Fitness Challenge. The five programs in the challenge include: 1. Walking with the Mayor 2. Fitness Fun at the Park 3. Neighborhood Walking Groups 4. Healthy Eating and Weight Loss 5. Family Fitness Time 6. Healthy Activities (for individuals) The Challenge offers another benefit as well. Mayor Smith wanted to get to know residents and offer an opportunity for them to ask questions and voice their concerns. The Fitness Challenge programs that offer an opportunity for residents to participate in activities with the Mayor and create Adopt-a-Highway that two-way dialogue include: • Walking with the Mayor Virginia’s Adopt-a-Highway pro• Fitness Fun at the Park gram is celebrating 30 Years in 2018!

• Neighborhood Walking Groups A partnership established between the The “Walking with the Mayor” proVirginia Department of Transportagram, offered three times for eight tion and Keep Virginia Beautiful, enweeks each from May 8-October 31, courages new participants to join the Tourism to Shenandoah National will provide two walking activities on thousands of groups that have helped Park creates $95.8 million in the Green Circle Trail: keep Virginia’s roadways litter-free Economic Benefits 1. Casual Walk and Talk (Tuesdays, since it was first established in 1988.

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According to the 2017 report, most park visitor spending was for lodging/ camping (32.9 percent) followed by food and beverages (27.5 percent), gas and oil (12.1 percent), souvenirs and other expenses (10.1 percent), admissions and fees (10.0 percent), and local transportation (7.5 percent).

Report authors also produced an interactive tool that enables users to explore visitor spending, jobs, labor income, value added, and output effects by sector for national, state, and local economies. Users can also view year-by-year trend data. The interactive tool and report are available at the NPS Social Science Program webpage: https://www.nps.gov/subjects/ socialscience/vse.htm To learn more about national parks in Virginia and how the National Park Service works with Virginia communities to help preserve local history, conserve the environment, and provide outdoor recreation, go to http://www. nps.gov/virginia

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City’s Financial Report receives honors FY17 Comprehensive Annual Financial ReportWINCHESTER, VA – For the 26th consecutive year, the City recently received the Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting award from the Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada (GFOA) for its FY18 Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (CAFR). This award is the “highest form of recognition in governmental accounting and financial reporting,” stated GFOA in the City’s award letter.

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Criser Road Bridge will be closed from June 4, 2018 through September 4, 2018 for bridge construction.

Criser Road will be closed from Remount Road to West side park entrance, prior to Old Belmont Road.

Signs will be in place for road closure.

Motorists are asked to use caution while driving in this area and to be aware of crews working.

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Midway Avenue will be closed, from Hill Street to Acton Street, during this time. Please expect to have intermittent water usage at this time, also.

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Warren County receives GFOA Award for its FY1718 Budget. From left are : County Administrator Doug Stanley, VRA Director of Administration and Finance and VGFOA President-Elect Curtis Doughtie, Chairman Tony Carter, and Warren County Finance Director Andre Fletcher, Finance Administrative Assistant Connie Oden, and Finance Consultant Carolyn Stimmel Budget Book Award The Government Finance Officers’ Association of the United States and Canada (GFOA) is pleased to announce that Warren County, Virginia has received the GFOA’s Distinguished Budget Presentation Award for its FY 2017-2018 budget.

The award represents a significant achievement by the County. It reflects the commitment of the governing body and staff to meeting the highest principles of governmental budgeting.

In order to receive the budget award, the County had to satisfy nationally recognized guidelines for effective budget presentation. These guidelines are designed to assess how well the County’s budget serves as: A policy document A financial plan An operations guide A communications device Budget documents must be rated “proficient” in all four categories, and the fourteen mandatory criteria within those categories, to receive the award.

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BRIEFS, from 15 When a Distinguished Budget Presentation Award is granted to an entity, a Certificate of Recognition for Budget Presentation is also presented to the individual or department designated as being primarily responsible for its having achieved the award. This has been presented to the Warren County Finance Department.

There are over 1,600 participants in the Budget Awards Program. The most recent Budget Award recipients, along with their corresponding budget documents, are posted quarterly on GFOA’s website. Award recipients have pioneered efforts to improve the quality of budgeting and provide an excellent example for other governments throughout North America.

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Board Chairmain Tony Carter congratulated the work of the Finance Director and the rest of Finance Department for, “their hard work and efforts to prepare the budget document. It’s through the diligence of these employees that Warren County has again been honored to receive this award.”

He added that the document provides transparency for the County’s citizens to see where their tax dollars are being spent.

According to County Administrator Doug Stanley, “This is the eighth consecutive year that Warren County has been recognized by GFOA for our budget. It is a tremendous honor and is the direct result of the continued efforts put forth by Finance Director Andre Fletcher, Finance Consultant Carolyn Stimmel, and Finance Administrative Assistant Connie Oden.

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the State to be recognized with both the Audit and Budget awards. I am pleased to see the Department’s continued efforts rewarded with this recognition from the GFOA.” Finance Director Andre Fletcher added, “It is an honor to be recognized by the Government Finance Officers’ Association with the Distinguished Budget Presentation Award for the 2017 – 2018 fiscal year. I want to thank Carolyn Stimmel, Former Finance Director and current consultant, and Connie Oden, our Administrative Assistant, for their attention to detail as they organized, analyzed and compiled all departmental and outside agency budget requests and for the timely submission of the budget document for the GFOA’s award program. The Finance department has received this award for the last eight years, setting and maintaining this high standard of recognition for Warren County’s budget. I am proud to work with the entire Finance department, the County’s hard working employees, leaders, and local agencies as we complete the FY

2018 – 2019 budget. I also appreciate Mr. Stanley’s leadership and support as we continue to follow industry best practices set by the GFOA’s distinguished budget program. Through this process, we provide the citizens of Warren County, the Board of Supervisors and other stakeholders with indepth information about the annual budget of the various County departments and other projects within the County.”

The award was presented by Virginia Resources Authority Director of Administration and Finance Curtis Doughtie as a member of the GFOA and President-Elect of the Virginia Government Finance Officers’ Association. After the presentation, County Board Chairman Tony Carter thanked Finance Director Andre Fletcher, Finance Consultant Carolyn Stimmel, and, especially, Finance Administrative Assistant Connie Oden for their efforts in developing the budget book and maintaining a good handle on County finances.

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The work takes place along 21 miles of Route 340 where terrain allows, and connects several previous VDOT projects.

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travel lane, or if an oncoming vehicle crosses the center line. Nearly eight miles of new paved shoulders are being constructed as part of this project.

Shoulder-line rumble strips are being installed in the areas of Compton Creek and Jeremy’s Run in Page County, and Overall Run at the WarrenPage county line. Rumble strips can help prevent motorists from running off the road by warning them if they leave their travel lane.

Guardrail is being installed at 15 locations in Warren County and 14 locations in Page County.

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Visitor Facilities at the park and hours of operation: * National Park Service Visitor Contact Station --(Hours: Daily, 9:00 a.m.

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-5:00 p.m.). This antebellum plantation manor house was built by Isaac Hite Jr. (brother-in-law of President James Madison). (336 Belle Grove Road, Middletown, VA). (540) 8692028, www.bellegrove.org. Fee. * Hupp’s Hill Civil War Park (Hours: Daily, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.) This museum and bookstore, operated by the Cedar Creek Battlefield Foundation and the Town of Strasburg, offers interpretive exhibits, artifacts and films on the 1864 Shenandoah Valley Campaign. Grounds include Civil War entrenchments and walking trail. Location: 33229 Old Valley Pike, Strasburg, VA. Contact: (540) 465-5884, www. ccbf.us. Fee * Cedar Creek Battlefield Foundation Headquarters (Hours: MondayTuesday, Thursday-Saturday, 10:00 a.m to 4:00 p.m, Sunday, 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Closed Wednesdays) This gift shop is operated by the Cedar Creek Battlefield Foundation (8437

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Visiting). Participating businesses include The Apple House, Better Thymes Natural Foods, Blue Wing Frog, C&C Frozen Treats, Down Home Comfort Bakery, Front Royal Brewing Company, Front Royal Canoe, Happy Creek Coffee & Tea, Mountain Home B&B, Mountain Trails Outfitter, River and Peak Outfitter, Royal Cinemas, Royal Family Bowling Center, and The Vine & Leaf. AT Community Supporter designation is a partnership with locally-owned businesses that support the Appalachian Trail and contribute to our community’s unique character and charm.

Front Royal’s closest AT connection is at the Rte 522 crossing across from the Smithsonian Conservation Biology Institute. Samuels Public Library also has four daypacks equipped with family fun activities and field guides for check-out. Enjoy the views!

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The Front Royal/Warren County Appalachian Trail Community committee will launch the Hike A Mile Share A Smile! coupon campaign on National Trails Day, June 2, 2018. Between June 2 and September 29, 2018 (Family Hiking Day/National Public Lands Day), take a selfie with a white blaze on the Appalachian Trail (AT) and register it at the Front Royal/ Warren County Visitor Center (414 E Main). In exchange, you’ll receive a sheet of coupons donated by AT Community Supporter local businesses – and goody bags for kids.

Coupon holders can also qualify for a grand prize drawing, a free night at Skyland Lodge, by sending their selfie to the committee’s campaign gmail account for posting on Facebook.

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Shenandoah National Park Announces 2018 Seminar Series The Shenandoah National Park Association is sponsoring the 2018 Resource Seminars in Shenandoah National Park. These seminars provide participants with the opportunity to get to know their national park a little more personally through in-depth, hands-on experiences. This year there are five seminars that feature Shenandoah National Park as a place for inspiration, recreation, and renewal.

Birding 101 – An Introduction to Birding Wednesday, June 6, 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m., and Thursday, June 7, 2018, 8:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.

2018 is the 100th anniversary of the Migratory Bird Treaty Act and has been designated as “The Year of the Bird”. In honor of this significant oc-

casion, the Shenandoah National Park Association is offering a basic class on birding. This seminar is aimed at novices who want to get started in this popular pastime or those who would like to enhance their basic birding skills. This seminar is intended for the general public, ages 12 and up and space is limited to 20 participants. $50.00 registration fee.

Painting in the Park Seminar: Nature as a Starting Place Saturday, July 14, 2018, 9:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Come paint and learn from Shenandoah National Park 2017 Artist in Resident, Kevin H. Adams. The seminar will focus on the landscape and the challenges of plein air painting.

The seminar will walk you through the process, from start to finish, of creating two plein air paintings. Art materials will be provided. This 1-day oil painting workshop is intended for all levels of artists, ages 12 and up and space is limited to 15 participants. $50.00 registration fee.

Amazing World of Pollinators Seminar Saturday, July 28, 2018, 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Discover how the often unnoticed work of bees, butterflies, and other pollinators is essential in the interconnected community of wildflowers, plants, and wildlife in the Big Meadows. Ranger Mara Meisel and Park Volunteer & Master Naturalist Jack Price will lead indoor presentations and then take participants on a hike to learn more. This seminar is intended for the general public, ages 12 and up and space is limited to 20 participants. $40.00 registration fee.

Nature Photography in Shenandoah Seminar – Novice Level Saturday, August 25, 2018, 9:00 a.m.

– 4:00 p.m.

The Nature Photography in Shenandoah seminar will introduce budding nature photographers to the basic methods and techniques that will help them capture their own personal nature experiences through photography of public lands in the national park.

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phy techniques including scenic, macro, and telephotography. Bring your own camera. This seminar is intended for the general public, ages 12 and up and space is limited to 20 participants. $40.00 registration fee.

The Secret Life of Mushrooms Saturday, September 8, 2018, 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

This seminar will show participants how to identify mushrooms and learn about the myths, medicine, and biology of mushrooms. Participants will be guided on an easy hike to seek mushrooms for viewing and identifying in the field. This seminar will be presented by noted local naturalists Ann and Rob Simpson, Biologists from Lord Fairfax Community College. This seminar is intended for the general public, ages 18 and up and space is limited to 20 participants. $40.00 registration fee.

Advance reservations are required for these seminars and space is limited. To register, visit the Shenandoah National Park Association website: http://www.snpbooks.org/. For more information, contact the Shenandoah National Park Association by email: snpagm@centurylink.net or phone: Call 540-999-3582 540-999-3582.

Members of the Shenandoah National Park Association receive a 20% discount on seminars.

After June 1, 2018 the entrance fee

to Shenandoah National Park will be $30-per-car (which is good for seven days) or use a valid Annual or Lifetime Pass. For more information about these events and other park programs, visit the Shenandoah National Park website at http://www.nps.gov/shen/ planyourvisit/index.htm

2018 Warren County HS Summer Basketball Camp is coming June 11-15 Summer is not too far away (to begin planning!) Warren County High School Athletics is excited to offer its 10th annual Warren County HS Basketball Camp on Monday, June 11 through Friday, June 15, 2018. Camp runs from 9 AM to 2 PM on all five days. The cost of the camp for the entire week is only $85.00!

This camp is designed to provide excellent instruction in basic fundamentals of individual skill development.

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Each camper will receive a cool camp tee shirt along with participation in camps contests such as: Hot Shot, 30 Swish, Free Throw, and One on One contests. Each camper will work closely with a counselor and coach throughout the week and make many friends on, and off the court.

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Staff includes PATH-certified instructors and art teachers experienced with teaching children with disabilities. Staff to camper ratio is 2:1. Each day will end with lunch brought from home. Scholarships and other forms of financial assistance may be available. Enrollment is contingent upon instructor evaluation.

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The Front Royal Warren County Economic Development Authority has announced the eighth annual Business Appreciation Awards. This award program was designed in 2011 in observance of Virginia’s Business Appreciation Month. There are three cash grants that will be made to local small businesses exhibiting excellence in business practices and contributions to the community. The application process opened May 1, 2018, and application are due at the EDA office no later than 5 p.m., May 31, 2018. Small business owners or operators of businesses that are licensed in the Town of Front Royal or Warren County are eligible.

Town Business Forum The Town of Front Royal will hold a Business Forum meeting on June 7th, 6 p.m. at Town Hall. Topics include: grant update, parking, events, use of Gazebo space, and any other topics you would like to discuss. Town department directors, along with the Town Manager and Mayor will be

Join us for the 2018 Front RoyalWarren County Chamber of Commerce Millionaire Maker Golf Tournament; held at award winning Blue Ridge Shadows Golf Club on Friday, June 29, 2018 at 1:30 p.m. and support your local business community with the opportunity to earn one of four attempts at $1,000,000.

Yard Sale The Men of Calvary Episcopal Church, 11 West 2nd Street, will host a yard sale and silent auction on Friday, May 25, from 8:00 a.m. -5:00 p.m. and Saturday, May 26, from 8:00 a.m.

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Virginia Herb Festival The Virginia Herb Festival will be held on June 2 - 3, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. at the Sunflower Cottage/Backroom Brewery. Herb clearance sale, farm brewery, live demonstrations, and craft vendors. For more information visit www.virginiaherbfestival.com.

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Workforce Solutions Lord Fairfax Community College Workforce Solutions has a variety of new summer camps in Career Exploration, STEAM and Digital Arts.

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Wine Pull The Phoenix Project invites you to their Wine Pull On June 21st, 5 - 7 p.m. at Blue Wing Frog restaurant.

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Traffic-Pattern Change: Route 11 At Shenandoah-Warren County Line The Route 11 Cedar Creek bridge project at the Shenandoah-Warren county line is entering a new phase, which means a traffic-pattern change for drivers. Contractors have been working for the past year on a new bridge for northbound and southbound Route 11 between Strasburg and Middletown. The bridge is scheduled to open to northbound traffic only on Monday, May 14, 2018.

Here is what Route 11 drivers can expect beginning May 14: Northbound traffic will use the right lane of the new Cedar Creek bridge.

Southbound traffic will use the right lane of the existing southbound bridge.

This pattern is expected to be in place through mid-June, while contractors remove the northbound median crossovers and construct southbound transition lanes.

The work zone speed limit is 35 miles an hour.

The Cedar Creek project is scheduled for completion in fall 2018. At that time, northbound and southbound Route 11 drivers will share the new two-lane bridge. The existing southbound bridge will be removed at the end of the project.

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At their next regular meeting June 11, the local group celebrates the arrival of summer with their Annual Picnic at the home of Jim and Jean Brown in scenic Browntown.

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In thanking him for his service, Front Royal United Methodist Men President Bob Cullers presents Police Chief Kahle Magalis the book “Strength for Service.” Created explicitly for first responders, the book contains an uplifting devotional message for every day of the year. Nearly six million of these books have been distributed by Methodist Men to First Responders and the Military over the past decade.

Methodist Men Honor Police Week In recognition of National Police Week, May 13 - 19. Front Royal Chief Kahle Magalis was the speaker to the United Methodist Men at their regular Monday dinner meeting May 14.

Following a delicious pork loin dinner, Chief Magalis brought the men up-to-date on the criminal and economic environment in our commu-

The Warren County Parks and Recreation Department will be accepting registrations for its Co-Ed Flag Football League beginning Friday, June 1, 2018 through Sunday, July 1, 2018 for children 5 to 14 years of age as of August 1, 2018.

The cost is $60.00 per child; this league is sponsored and governed by the National Football League.

Little Movers Ballet This class is a 30 minute, once a week class created to introduce movement and music to the youngest dancers. This class is designed for both boys and girls two to four years of age; parents will need to be present throughout the course.

Classes are held Tuesdays, June 5, 2018 through July 3, 2018, 6:00 p.m.

– 6:30 p.m., at the Warren County Health and Human Services Complex Band Room, 465 W. 15th Street, Front Royal, Virginia 22630.

The cost is $35.00 per participant for the five (5) week session. Minimum of four (4) participants are needed in order to hold the class; class is

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Ballet I This class is a wonderful way for children to experience the basics of ballet without a year-long commitment. It affords them the opportunity to learn the basic ballet positions, terminology, skill building, movement through music, and getting creative with other kids their age.

This class is designed for the beginner dance student and is open to both boys and girls, five to nine years old.

The session will be held June 5, 2018 through July 3, 2018.

Classes will be held, Tuesdays, 6:30 p.m. - 7:15 p.m. at the Warren County Health & Human Services Complex Band Room, 465 W. 15th Street, Front Royal, Virginia 22630.

The cost is $50.00 per participant for the five (5) week session.

Minimum of four (4) students are needed in order to hold the class, maximum of twelve (12) students.

For more information regarding class instruction, please email zumba. lizi@gmail.com Kids Hip Hop I This class is designed for the five to eight year old beginner dancer. In this class, students will learn basic dance movement principles, how to structure a combination, and use some skills learned from ballet (if applicable). Movement through music will be a pillar of this class.

Classes will be held on Tuesdays, June 5, 2018 through July 3, 2018, 7:15 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. at the Warren County Health and Human Services Complex Band Room, 465 W. 15th Street, Front Royal, Virginia 22630.

The cost is $50.00 per participant;

minimum of five (5) participants to hold the class.

For more information regarding class instruction, please email zumba.lizi@ gmail.com.

Mah Jongg “Players Club” Players will enjoy several hands of Mah Jongg against skilled opponents.

This club meets on Tuesdays, June 5, 2018 through August 28, 2018, from 10:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. at the Warren County Health & Human Services Complex Band Room, 465 W. 15th Street, Front Royal, Virginia 22630.

The cost for the club is $8.00 per month pre-pay or $3.00 per day drop in at the door. Pre-payment can only betaken at the Warren County Community Center, 538 Villa Avenue, Front Royal, Virginia 22630.

Players must bring their own league card.

For more information about the Mah Jongg “Players Club”, please contact Deb Jones at (540) 252-4252.

“Learn to Play” Mah Jongg Mah Jongg is a four (4) person table game played with Chinese tiles. 13 tiles are dealt and used to create hands with runs and sets similar to Rummy.

In this class, players will learn the names of the tiles, procedures of the game, and the creation of winning hands as determined by the National Mah Jongg League.

This program will be held on Wednesdays from June 6, 2018 through June 27, 2018 from 1:00 a.m.

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The cost of the Mah Jongg “Learn to Play” program is $15.00 per player, which includes a player card ($6.00 if you are already in possession of your own player card).

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Beginning Chess Children beginning to play chess will gain important life skills such as math, learning to think ahead, planning, problem solving, logic, and much more.

This class will be offered on Wednesdays from June 6, 2018 through August 29, 2018 from 4:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. at the Warren County Community Center, 538 Villa Avenue, Front Royal, Virginia 22630.

The cost of the class is $135.00 for

the session or $13.00 per week. This class requires a minimum of eight (8) participants and a maximum of sixteen (16) participants.

The class is open to anyone five through twelve years of age, and all children must be accompanied by an adult.

Zumba Are you ready to party yourself into shape? Forget the workout, as this class will allow you to lose yourself in the music and find yourself in shape at the original dance-fitness party. Zumba classes feature exotic rhythms set to high-energy Latin and international beats. Before you know it, you will be getting fit and your energy levels will

be soaring.

Classes are held, Wednesdays, May 2, 2018 through May 30, 2018, 7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. at the Warren County Health and Human Services Complex, 465 W.15th Street, Front Royal, VA 22630.

The cost for the session is $20.00 per participant. If you do not register in advance it is $7.00 per participant to drop in.

Indoor Gardening In this class participants will learn how to create beautiful planters that will flourish indoors. It is the perfect activity to do with your loved ones to decorate your house and keep busy when indoors.

This class will be offered Saturday, June 9, 2018 from 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. at the Warren County Community Center, 538 Villa Avenue, Front Royal, Virginia 22630.

The cost of the class is $25.00 per planter and requires a minimum of five (5) participants with a maximum of twenty five (25) participants. Preregistration is required, and the registration deadline is June 6, 2018.

The class is open to anyone four years of age and older; anyone under the age of eighteen must be accompanied by an adult.

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School’s Out For The Summer!

NO SCHOOL?! No reason to sit at home wondering what to do; grab some friends and come join some structured and non-structured activities such as pick-up basketball, volleyball, dodgeball, or take some swings in the batting cage. We will also have a game room with various video games as well as a ping pong and/or pool table.

The Warren County Parks and Recreation Department will be hold-

ing School’s Out For The Summer for those interested on Tuesdays and Thursdays June 11, 2018 through July 26, 2018 from 8:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. at the Warren County Health & Human Services Gym, 465 W. 15th Street, Front Royal, Virginia 22630.

This program is open to anyone seven to fifteen years old; those attending must have a permission slip signed by a parent. Permission slips may be picked up at the door, or in advance at the Warren County Community Center, 538 Villa Avenue, Front Royal, Virginia 22630.

The cost is $8.00 per participant and a wrist band will be given so children can come in and out at no additional cost.

Warren County Wildcats Basketball Day Camp The Warren County Parks and Recreation Department, in conjunction with the Warren County High School, will be offering a Basketball Day Camp for those 6 - 14 years old.

Camp will be held in the main gym at Warren County High School, 155 Westminister Drive, Front Royal, Virginia 22630, June 11, 2018 through June 15, 2018, 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.

The cost of the camp is $85.00 per participant; family discounts are available.

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Sponsored by the Warren County Parks and Recreation Department, this program is a hands-on learning

program to gets kids excited about physical activity by introducing them to basic running, jumping, and throwing skills through various sports.

This program will run on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Session I: June 11, 2018 through June 29, 2018 Session II: July 9, 2018 through July 27, 2018 This program is for boys and girls ages 7 to 12 years as of June 1, 2018.

Both sessions will be held at the Warren County Health and Human Services Complex Main Track, 465 W. 15th Street, Front Royal, Virginia 22630.

This program costs $90.00 per session or $170.00 for both sessions; participants must bring a packed lunch and water bottle.

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Skyline Hawks Co-Ed Basketball Camp The Warren County Parks and Recreation Department in conjunction with Skyline High School will be offering a Co-Ed Basketball Camp for those in grades 2 - 12, as of the 2018-2019 school year. Camp will be held at Skyline High School main gym, 151 Skyline Vista Drive, Front Royal, Virginia 22630, June 11, 2018 through June 14, 2018, 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.

The cost of the camp is $75.00 per participant.

For more information contact Coach Kenny at (540) 631-0366 ext.

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Family Movie Night Saturday, June 16, 2018 Calling all families! Trying to find the perfect way to spend an evening together? The County of Warren Parks and Recreation Department is hosting a Family Movie Night at the Claude A Stokes, Jr. Community Swimming Pool, 1000 Stadium Drive, Front Royal, Virginia 22630. This is the perfect event to kick off the summer with some meaningful family time. The evening will include swimming, food, games, and a movie.

The movie “JAWS” will be shown at dusk. Gates open at 7:00 p.m., and concession will be available on site.

The cost is $35.00 per family of four (4). Each additional family member is $8.00. $10.00 individual admission; those under 11 years of age must be accompanied by a paying adult.

Family Movie Night is limited to 300 individuals; pre-registration is recommended.

This event is sponsored by City National Bank, Nik’s Piks Photography, Appleton Electric, ABC Insurance LLC and Walmart.

Father’s Day Gift Package Are you looking for that perfect gift for Dad this Father’s Day? Join Warren County Parks and Recreation in celebration of Dad with an exclusive Front Royal Cardinals gift package.

The package includes a Front Royal Cardinals baseball cap, two (2) tickets to the Front Royal Cardinals vs.

Waynesboro Generals game, and a hot dog with drink for each ticket holder.

Additional tickets can be purchased along with the package so the whole family can join in the fun.

This event will be held on Sunday, June 17, 2018 at 7:00 pm at Bing Crosby Stadium, 50 Stadium Drive, Front Royal, Virginia 22630.

The cost will be $40.00 per package and $7.00 per additional ticket. Packages can only be purchased at Warren County Community Center, 538 Villa Avenue, Front Royal, Virginia 22630, prior to the day of the event.

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Camp will be held June 17, 2018 through June 21, 2018, 6:00 p.m. – 8:15 p.m.

The cost of the camp is $50.00 per participant and due by June 7, 2018.

For more information contact Coach Owens at (540) 635-2194 or via email at jowens@wcps.k12.va.us

Swimming Lessons Session I June 18, 2018 through June 28, 2018 The Warren County Parks and Recreation Department will be sponsoring Swimming Lessons for those ages five (5) years and up, Monday through Thursday, June 18, 2018 – June 28, 2018 at the Claude A. Stokes Jr. Com-

munity Swimming Pool, 1000 Stadium Drive, Front Royal, Virginia 22630.

Limit of ten (10), six (6) or four (4) participants per class time based on class level.

The cost is $55.00 per participant.

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By JoAnn Derson * Sunburn relief: Take two nonsteroidal anti-inflammatories right away (aspirin, ibuprofen) and soak a cloth in cold milk. Drape over the burn until it warms to room temperature. Repeat if necessary and apply a light moisturizer. * “When purchasing clothes for a loved one in a care facility, look for garments that are comfortable and stylish, but double-check that they do not require any special care, like ironing or dry cleaning. Also, be sure they are labeled clearly with the person’s name.” -- C.G. in Michigan * If you want your chocolate chip cookies to really pop, sprinkle lightly with course sea salt before baking. They do not come out tasting salty. Rather, the salt enhances the sweetness and make the whole thing extra delicious. * “When you shop for shoes, go in the evening. Feet swell and expand throughout the day, so if you buy shoes in the morning, the fit might not feel too good later in the day.”

-- A.T. in Louisiana * “I make my grilled cheese sandwiches with mayonnaise instead of butter. I know it sounds gross, but it is so good. The oil and egg in the mayo flavor and crisp the bread without leaving it too greasy.” -S.O. in Alabama * To ease the ache of a “brain freeze” after eating or drinking something really cold, simply cup your hands over your mouth and nose. Blow out hot air, and it recirculates to warm your palate in seconds. Works like a charm.

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* It was computer guru Jef Raskin who made the following sage observation: “Imagine if every Thursday your shoes exploded if you tied them the usual way. This happens to us all the time with computers, and nobody thinks of complaining.” * The Secret Service is well-known today as the protector of the U.S. president, so you might be surprised to learn that it was originally established to fight counterfeit currency. * The world record for the most published works by a single author is held by L. Ron Hubbard (who also, incidentally, founded the Church of Scientology). His first work was published in February 1934, and his final work -- number 1,084 -- was published in March 2006. * Doubtless you’ve heard of the Taj Mahal in India, but did you know that there is a tourist attraction in America that is so grand it is popularly known as the Taj Mahal of the West? In 1968, a group of Hare Krishnas founded the New Vrindaban Community near Wheeling, West Virginia. Though they began on 100 acres with no electricity or running water, the community now covers more than 1,200 acres and featuresÊPrabhupada’s Palace of Gold, an ornate edifice of gold, marble and hand-carved teakwood. The award-winning rose garden alone is said to be worth a trip. * Those who study such things claim that in the wild, animals don’t die of old age. * The town of Key Largo, Florida, did not exist before the 1948 film of that name starring Humphrey Bogart made it famous. * Due to a series of earthquakes in 1811 and 1812, the Mississippi River ran backward for a time.

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* On June 17, 1885, the dismantled Statue of Liberty, a gift from the people of France, arrives in New York Harbor packed in more than 200 cases. The copper and iron statue was reassembled and dedicated the following year. * On June 13, 1895, Emile Levassor drives a Panhard et Levassor car with a two-cylinder, 750-rpm, four-horsepower engine to victory in the world’s first real automobile race. He completed the 732-mile course in just under 49 hours, at a then-impressive speed of about 15 mph. * On June 15, 1917, two months after America entered World War I against Germany, Congress passes the Espionage Act. The act made it a crime to convey information intended to interfere with the U.S. armed forces prosecution of the war or to promote the success of the country’s enemies. * On June 12, 1940, Edsel Ford agrees to manufacture 9,000 RollsRoyce-designed engines to be used in British and U.S. airplanes in World War II. A biography about Edsel’s father, Henry, later revealed that Henry had already accepted a contract to work with the German government. He eventually reversed his position. * On June 14, 1951, the U.S. Census Bureau dedicates UNIVAC, the world’s first commercially produced electronic digital computer.

Weighing 16,000 pounds, UNIVAC used 5,000 vacuum tubes, and could perform about 1,000 calculations per second. * On June 16, 1963, aboard Vostok 6, Soviet cosmonaut Valentina Tereshkova becomes the first woman to travel into space. She returned to Earth after 48 orbits, having spent more time in space than all U.S. astronauts combined to that date. * On June 11, 1979, actor John Wayne, born Marion Morrison in Iowa, dies at age 72. In his early acting jobs Wayne was credited as Duke Morrison, a childhood nickname derived from the name of his beloved pet dog. (c) 2018 King Features Synd., Inc.

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Registration began Monday, April 30, 2018 at 8:00 a.m. and will be taken until class is full or through Sunday, June 17, 2018.

American Red Cross First Aid CPR/ AED The primary purpose of the American Red Cross First Aid/CPR/AED program is to help participants recognize and respond appropriately to cardiac, breathing, and first aid emergencies. The courses in this program will provide participants with the knowledge and skills needed to give immediate care to an injured or ill person and to decide whether advanced medical care is needed. This program offers a choice of first aid, CPR, and AED

courses to meet the various training needs of a diverse audience.

The course will be held at the Warren County Community Center, 538 Villa Avenue, Front Royal, Virginia 22630 on June 23, 2018 from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

The cost of this course is $90.00 per participant. Pre-registration is required; minimum of five (5) participants.

Registration deadline is June 20, 2018.

This is a community based course, not a professional rescuer course.

Defensive Firearms Class The Warren County Parks and Recreation Department will be holding

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This class is open to anyone 10 years of age and older; those under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.

This class is a complete program covering the basics of firearm safety and is designed for individuals using all types of firearms.

This class will cover: Gun Education Gun Safety Hand to Hand Combat Aiming/Firing a Gun Gun Cleaning The cost is $75.00 per participant and is limited to 35 participants; preregistration is required.

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Tickets are limited to six (6) tickets per household with only 36 tickets available.

Sponsored by the Warren County Parks and Recreation Department, this program is designed for people with differing ability levels and their families. This is focused towards people with special physical, cognitive, and other social needs.

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The cost is $42.00 per ticket for ages 3 and older.

More information To see if any of these programs are eligible for online registration, visit us on the web at parksandrecreation. warrencountyva.net Registration information for any of these programs can be obtained by contacting the Warren County Community Center, Monday through Thursday, 8:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m., Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m., Saturday, 8:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m. and Sunday, 1:00 p.m.

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Both sessions will be held at the Warren County Health and Human Services Complex Café, 465 W. 15th Street, Front Royal, Virginia 22630.

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Summer Reading Club Samuels Public Library will once again hold a Summer Reading Club for area children and teens. The Summer Reading Club is designed to keep youth reading while they are on summer break from school, thereby main-

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taining or enhancing reading skills that may otherwise atrophy during the summer months. Children from birth on up are encouraged to participate. Readers will receive free books or toys as a reward for books read each week. For those who are pre-readers, prizes will be awarded as they listen to books being read to them. “This year’s theme is ‘Reading Takes You Everywhere’ and we are excited about exploring this theme with our young patrons,” remarked Michal Ashby, Youth Services Supervisor. “We will be exploring different cultures of the world through music, art, dance, history, architecture, geography, and food. We will also have programs that focus on gardening, art, movies, chess, and Legos. And our summer wouldn’t be complete without a magic show, animal show, puppet show, and a theater presentation. For teenagers, we will host discussion groups, a movie, a poetry slam, and our new anime club,” Ashby noted.

A new software program, Beanstack, will give Summer Reading Club participants the opportunity to log their books online, and earn badges for books read and activities completed. They will also have access to themed guides for researching and enjoying topics of interest.

The library will be having a special kick-off day on Monday, June 4. “We hope to have everyone visit the library on the first day of Summer Reading Club,” added Ashby. “There will be special prizes for the first one hundred children who sign up for Summer Reading Club that day. WCDS will be providing balloons, and their mascot Leonidas the owl will be on hand to greet children. Reptiles Alive! will be presenting a live animal show at 11:00 A.M., and we will have face painting for the children from 2:00 to 4:00 P.M.” The library is located at 330 East Criser Road in Front Royal. Questions about Samuels Library and its programs can be answered by visiting www.samuelslibrary.net or by calling (540) 635-3153.

Youth Activities These are the events taking place in the Children’s department of Samuels Library form May 16 – May 31.

Wednesday, May 16, and Thursday, May 17 – 10:15 Toddler Story time.

11:00 Preschool Story time. We all love to build! Join us as our stories and craft celebrate this fun activity.

Siblings welcome.

Saturday, May 19 – 11:00 Introduction to Fly Tying: The Senko Worm. Join Library Director Harold Hayes in a class to learn how to make your own fishing lures!

We’ll make flies that any fisherman can use, without extensive materials or tools. Each participant will take home lures and a vice. For ages 8 and up. Registration begins April 19.

2:00 Aspiring Artists. Are you aged 7 – 11? Do you enjoy art? If so, please join us for our children’s art class. We will be using vibrant, acrylic paint See BRIEFS, 25

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CRIME OF THE WEEK Winchester City Crime of the Week - May 14, 2018 On Sunday, April 29, 2018 Officers were dispatched to the 400 block of Weems Lane in regard to a commercial burglary. Upon arrival, officers spoke with witnesses who stated that entry was made through a secured metal door to the business. Another door appeared to be shattered by a crowbar and unlocked. The suspect was able to obtain around $3000 in cash from the business. No other items, such as keys for vehicles were taken from the business. Frederick County Sheriff’s Office had a similar incident and the Detective is working the Sheriff’s Office to see if the cases may be related. The case is still under investigation.

If you have any information regarding this incident or any other Crime, or the location of a Wanted Person, please contact Crime Solvers at (540) 665-TIPS (8477).

Information leading to the arrest of a suspect may result in a reward of up to $1,000. For this crime please reference Incident # 18017244.

Hey Stewart, Could you remind me again how to plant a tree properly?

– Tom in Linden

Ask Stewart

Sure Tom. It’s always good to review the basics of tree planting. Here is my top ten list: 1. Pick a location that will accommodate the full size tree and not interfere with other structures or trees. (The best time to plant a tree is 20 years ago. The second best time is tomorrow) 2. Dig a shallow, broad planting hole.

Make the hole wide, as much as three times the diameter of the root ball but only as deep as the root ball.

3. Identify the trunk fl are. The trunk fl are is where the roots spread at the base of the tree. You may need to pull

dirt and small roots away to expose the fl are. This point should be partially visible after the tree has been planted.

4. Place the tree at the proper height, with the root fl are above the hole. Remove any string, burlap, or wire. Gently score and expose the roots. Pull out roots to keep them from encircling the tree. Circling roots will strangle the tree.

5. Straighten the tree in the hole.

Have someone view the tree from several directions to make sure it is straight.

6. Fill the hole, gently but fi rmly. Fill the hole about one-third full and gently but fi rmly pack the soil around the root ball. Fill the remainder of the hole, taking care to fi rmly pack soil and eliminate air pockets that may cause roots to dry

out.

7. Stake the tree if necessary.

8. Mulch the base of the tree. Mulch is simply organic matter applied to the area at the base of the tree. It acts as blanket to hold moisture, it moderates soil temperature extremes, and it reduces competition from grass and weeds.

A 2-4 inch even and level layer is recommended. Do not create a “volcano” where water will run off.

9. Provide follow-up care. Keep the soil moist but not soaked. Overwatering causes leaves to turn yellow of fall off.

10. Admire you work. You have made an investment in the future!

Your Pal in the Trees,

- Stewart

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:

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Registration begins April 19.

Tuesday, May 22 – 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. Ahoy! Join us for books and a craft about ships and sailing at this week’s club!

Wednesday, May 23, and Thursday, May 24 – 10:15 Toddler Story time.

11:00 Preschool Story time.

Pack your bags and load up the car as we enjoy stories and crafts about a summer favorite: Road Trip! Siblings welcome.

Saturday, May 26 – 2:00 P.M. Chess and More. Meet other kids and teens who enjoy the challenge of a good chess or other board game. For ages 6 and up. Registration begins April 26.

These are the events taking place in the Youth Services Department of Samuels Public Library during the month of June. Thank you for sharing this information. More information about Samuels Library and the programs and services available can be found at www.samuelslibrary.net or by calling (540) 635-3153.

Saturday, June 2 – 10:10 Books and Barks. Come to our extremely popular monthly program that gives developing readers the chance to read and relax with a trained therapy dog. For beginning readers

and up. Registration begins May 5.

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 May 5.

Monday, June 4 – 10:00 Registration begins for Summer Reading Club. The first 100 children to sign up for Summer Reading Club will receive an extra prize! Meet Leonidas the owl, the WCDS mascot, and get a balloon!

11:00 Reptiles Alive! Colorful live reptiles presented by an engaging and kid-friendly Wildlife Educator make this show fun for all ages! Enjoy exciting stories about how the animals survive while meeting an exotic cast of snakes, lizards, turtles, and other amazing animals. For the whole family.

2:00 Face painting for children will be available until 4:00 P.M. Tuesday, June 5 – 11:00 Time for Baby. What do books, scarves, puppets, music and babies have in common? They are all part of Time for Baby. Join us as we use all of our senses to explore the world around us. This month, our theme will be, “Dance!” Meet with your baby up to two years of age at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, June 5. Siblings welcome.

3:30 NEW! Science Scouts. Explore the mysteries of the world through science! In this weekly program, we will discuss and perform hands on investigations of STEM-related topics. This

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For ages 6 – 11. Registration begins May 5.

Wednesday, June 6 and Thursday, June 7 10:15 Toddler Story time.

11:00 Preschool Story time.

Kick up your heels as you come to story time this week! Our stories and craft will feature the many ways we can move to music. Siblings welcome.

Saturday, June 9 – 11:00 For the Birds: A Children’s Garden program. Learn about our regional bird species and a few unique birds from around the world. We’ll craft and paint our own terra-cotta bird baths to take home, and enjoy a picnic together outdoors. For ages 6 and up. Registration begins May 9.

Tuesday, June 12 – 3:30 NEW! Science Scouts. Explore the mysteries of the world through science! In this weekly program, we will discuss and perform hands on investigations of STEM-related topics. This week, we’ll experiment with hot and cold. For ages 6 – 11. Registration begins May 12.

Wednesday, June 13 and Thursday, June 14 10:15 Toddler Story time.

11:00 Preschool Story time. Join us for a very special story time as our library director, Harold Hayes, presents his Harold and the Purple Crayon

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Friday, June 15 – 2:00 Teen Movie. Come in for popcorn and a movie that you will vote on. For ages 12 and up. Registration begins May 15.

Saturday, June 16 – 11:00 Kooky Chefs Cook the World: Around the World Sampler. Join us for a whirlwind tour of the world, by sampling cuisine from many different countries. For ages 6 and up. Registration begins May 16.

Monday, June 18 – 2:00 Monday Movie. Enjoy a free movie provided by the library. Movie titles are geared towards a family audience with a variety of G and PG ratings. Popcorn available while supplies last! This month’s feature will be Peter Rabbit. For ages 5 and up. Registration begins May 18.

Tuesday, June 19 – 3:30 NEW! Science Scouts. Explore the mysteries of the world through science! In this weekly program, we will discuss and perform hands on investigations of STEM-related topics. This week, we’ll investigate what objects sink or float. For ages 6 – 11.

Registration begins May 19.

Wednesday, June 20 and Thursday, June 21 10:15 Toddler Story time.

11:00 Preschool Story time. We will have stories, songs, and a craft about our favorite farm animal, cows! Siblings welcome.

Wednesday, June 20 – 2:00 Japanese Tea Ceremony. Join us as we learn about the history of the tea ceremony in Japan and prepare hot green tea (matcha) with sweets. Sample some other types of Japanese tea, too! For ages 12 and up, and families.

Registration begins May 21.

Saturday, June 23 – 2:00 Kids’ Chess and More. Meet other kids who enjoy the challenge of a good chess or other board game. For ages 6-11. Registration begins May 23.

Tuesday, June 26 – 3:30 NEW! Science Scouts. Explore the mysteries of the world through science! In this weekly program, we will discuss and perform hands on investigations of STEM-related topics. For ages 6 – 11. Registration begins May 26.

Wednesday, June 27 and Thursday, June 28 10:15 Toddler Story time.

11:00 Preschool Story time. We will have stories, songs, and a craft about digging in and growing things in the garden! Siblings welcome.

Friday, July 29 – 2:00 The Rhythm of Cuba. Dance, eat, and play in Cuba! For ages 7 and up. Registration begins May 29.

Saturday, June 30 – 11:00 Future Einsteins. Children ages 6-11 are invited to be a Future Einstein! Join us on Saturday, June 30 See BRIEFS, 27

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Engle’s Angle: “Unforgettable”

By Kevin S. Engle Surprisingly, my wife and I weren’t invited to the Royal Wedding.

I assumed we’d be going.

I thought Prince Harry and I were tight.

I even cut the grass a few days early so I wouldn’t have to worry about it while we were there.

Oh well. Maybe next time.

We will be attending two other weddings in the next few weeks.

And that means two wedding gifts.

Did you know Amazon has a gift registry for couples?

I didn’t.

From what I’ve seen, tools, towels and crock pots are popular registry items.

When my wife and I tied the knot, going on 30 years now, Amazon wasn’t even around.

We walked down the aisle on a Saturday in April. The next day, joined by family and friends, we gathered at my in-law’s house to open our presents.

Somehow, my wife can still remember who gave us what.

And I’ve been asking her ever since.

“Who got us our dishes?

And those towels?”

Of course I don’t remem-

ber what she told me the next time I come across them.

I can barely remember who was at our wedding let alone what they gave us.

I do recall some strange gifts we received, like that blue glass bowl and the pastel ceramic vase we gave away.

But there was one gift I’ll never forget. What it was and who gave it to us. It was unforgettable.

As we were opening our presents that Sunday afternoon, one person spoke up and said he didn’t get us anything. Not yet. He wanted to see what we got and then he’d decide.

I thought that was smart, especially for a guy. After all, who needs three toasters?

Now, almost three decades later, we’re still waiting for it.

The gift I never forgot.

And never will.

The one that wasn’t.

For a while, it kind of ticked me off, but I laugh about it now.

Sort of.

There was a silver lining.

No gift?

No thank you note to send.

The author could use another toaster. A good one.

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Confederate Memorial Day ceremony in Front Royal

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2:00 World of Lego. Children ages 5 and up are invited to explore all the amazing things you can do with Legos.

Registration begins May 30.

Samuels Public Library Adult Programming June 1-15, 2018 From left: Soldiers Circle decorated for Confederate Memorial Day, Past President General of the United Daughters of the Confederacy, Mrs. Suzanne Silek, presides at the ceremony marking the anniversary of the Battle of Front Royal, May 23, 1862, Col. John S. Mosby Camp Commander, Bruce Colton, participates as a member of the Mosby Color Guard.

The Warren Rifles Chapter of the United Daughters of the Confederacy led Front Royal’s annual Confederate Memorial Day commemoration at Prospect Hill Cemetery’s Soldiers Circle on May 23rd, the 156th anniversary

Singapore Fling Can’t Match Royal Wedding Usually, the only place to hear cultured British accents is anytime on PBS, but on the eve of the royal wedding, British experts were flooding the other domestic networks, making the U.S. news personalities sound like American riffraff (pardon the redundancy).

They certainly had their stiff upper lips full explaining all the pageantry, accumulated over centuries of tradition.

Even the Meghan Markle father drama was restrained, with Prince Charles taking up the slack. So we were treated to a jolly good show set in the splendor of St. George’s Chapel at Windsor Castle. It was even more elegant than Mar-a-Lago.

Perhaps Donald Trump was watching from somewhere, pondering the event’s mammoth ratings -- TVs all over the planet were tuned in with entire households watching, often at ungodly hours.

He would be clearly puzzled by how anything so tasteful and civilized could be so appealing, since he has absolutely no experience with that.

Trump’s best chance at ratings will be the Singapore Fling with Kim Jong Un, the upcoming summit with North Korea, which is infinitely more important than any royal wedding, even this one. But ratingswise, it won’t get nearly so many eyes. First of all, consider the players: The royal wedding had the dashing Prince Harry starring with beautiful and elegant Meghan Markle. The summit has Kim the Rocket Man and Donnie the Dotard.

Compare the supporting cast: in Windsor, Prince William, for instance; Singa-

of the Battle of Front Royal. Presided over by past UDC President General Suzanne Silek, the ceremony featured biographical readings from the lives of Warren County’s veteran heroes. In an ancient ceremony, the Daughters pore will have John Bolton.

Perhaps the ratings could get a jolt if they invited some of the celebrity groupies that are always eager to show up for these televised megaevents. Oprah was mingling at the festivities; so were George and Amal Clooney. Elton John and his husband were there too. Rest assured that his booking agent has reminded Washington and Pyongyang that Elton John wrote “Rocket Man.” Of course, we don’t know that there will be a reception or dinner. We don’t even know if there will be a face-to-face meeting. All the nasty bickering by both sides gives off the odor of two grooms who might just get cold feet and walk away from the altar.

Meghan and Harry decidedly did not.

Instead, after vowing their unshakable love for one another, they left the building as husband and wife, riding in a splendid horse-drawn carriage. Expecting any success by Rocket and Dotard would clearly be putting the cart before the horse. So much hostile distrust has piled up over the decades. The sides still are officially in a state of war.

Simply ending that might be an accomplishment, but there will need to be an agreement for North Korea to dismantle its nuclear arsenal, and that will require some difficult concessions from the United States, along with credible enforcement mechanisms.

Maybe they bring in Michael Curry to provide good vibes. That’s the Most Rev. Michael Curry, the leader of the U.S. Episcopal Church, whose stemwinder with its African American touches was a highlight of the royal wedding that was really all highlight: Love can “help and heal when nothing else can,” he passionately exclaimed.

The odd coupling of Kim and Don will require more than love to push the world away from the brink of disaster.

Bob Franken is an Emmy Award-winning reporter who covered Washington for more than 20 years with CNN. (c) 2018 Bob Franken Distributed by King Features Synd.

strewed flowers on the graves of the over 270 Confederate soldiers whose remains were gathered from within Warren County and interred at the Circle. In 1888, the 18 foot marble and granite monument, bearing in relief a

The Chinese Threat Isn’t Just Trade We are currently engaged in a highprofile negotiation that may or may not succeed in getting the Chinese to buy more of our stuff.

This is a fine goal as far as it goes, although that isn’t very far. It doesn’t matter if China buys $14 billion of our soybeans or $25 billion of our soybeans -- it is still a mercantilist, revisionist power representing a significant geopolitical challenge.

China isn’t just a commercial but a strategic competitor with the United States. It seeks to restore its former national glory, establish hegemony in East Asia and unravel Pax Americana. President Xi Jinping champions a national revival (“The Chinese Dream”) that flies in the face of the expectations that economic growth would soften China.

China uses its economic clout to back self-interested investments around the world and has poured resources into a decadeslong military buildup. As it has grown in strength, it has become increasingly assertive in making maritime claims in the region. It harasses its neighbors it wants to cow into submission, as we are shouldered aside.

We have long failed to grapple with the Chinese threat because we have believed that rising per capita income would do our work for us by inevitably democratizing China; because corporate America covets the Chinese market; and because, as Miles Maochun Yu of the Naval Academy points out, we are always “playing the China card” in pursuit of some other

belt with scabbard and sword, was erected over them. Front Royal’s Col. John S. Mosby Camp of the Sons of Confederate Veterans turns out annually to support the Daughters in their commemoration. strategic objective -- currently, the denuclearization of North Korea -- rather than focusing on China in its own right.

At the moment, we are in the midst of a collective national freakout about Russia, a second-rate power. China’s economy is eight times bigger than Russia’s. While Russia is associated with the weapons of the 20th century, China is heavily investing in high-tech weapons -- cyberwarfare capabilities, hypersonic rockets, antisatellite missiles and the like. “The United States cannot assume,” the U.S.-China Economic and Security Review Commission warned, “it will have an enduring advantage in developing next frontier military technology.”

The comprehensive challenge of China deserves a comprehensive response. Diplomatically, we need to strengthen relations with all those countries on China’s periphery that feel threatened by it, Taiwan and Japan in particular.

Militarily, we need to spend more on research and development and on building up our Navy. And we need to make it clear to China, through robust patrolling, that we are committed to maintaining freedom of navigation in the region.

Economically, we need a better longterm approach to China’s mercantilism than blustery threats of tariffs. This will require allies, which means that we should return to the Trans-Pacific Partnership. The pact was designed to lock China out of creating trade norms in the region, but Trump abandoned it in a perversely self-defeating protectionist gesture.

The Chinese flatter themselves that they have a long view that unstable American democracy lacks. When dealing with Treasury Secretary Steve Mnuchin, apparently desperate for any agreement he can wave around as a victory in the muchadvertised looming trade war, they must feel confirmed in their belief. We need a strategy to convince them otherwise, and it will be the work of decades.

Rich Lowry is editor of the National Review. (c) 2018 by King Features Synd., Inc.

Samuels Public Library’s Adult Summer Reading Program: Reading Takes You Everywhere: Join us for a fun filled summer of books, programs and prizes designed to keep “grownups” reading, learning and playing all summer long. Register for the summer reading program, for an opportunity to win awesome prizes, online at www.samuelslibrary.net or at the adult reference desk. Record each book you read online or ask reference staff to record titles for you. You will receive one entry in our weekly drawing for every print, eBook and audiobook you record between June 4th and August 12th. You can also download free ebooks, magazines, videos and music on our website so don’t miss out!

Movie Mondays: Join us every Monday Night at 5:30 P.M. for movies and snack during our Movies Take You Everywhere Series. Each week travel to a new continent. Monday, June 18th will be showing March of the panguins.

Monday, June 25th will be showing The Light Between Oceans.

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BRIEFS, from 27 Genealogy Nuts: Shake Your Family Tree: Samuels Public Library invites you to a workshop for beginning to advanced genealogists. Discover your family roots with a team of genealogists who together have researched more than 50,000 names. Classes are held Wednesday nights at 6:00pm.

Basic Excel: Samuels Public Library invites you to come out and join us for Basic Excel, a two day program designed to give you a better understanding of microsoft excel. This class will meet Saturday, June 4th at 2:00 P.M. and Saturday, June 23rd at 2:00 P.M. Crochet Group: Samuels Public Library invites you to come out and learn how to crochet or share your talents. The group will meet on the second and fourth Wednesday of the month at 10:00 A.M (June 13th & 27th). All ability levels welcome.

Genealogy workshop: Interested in learning about your family’s history?

Samuels Public Library invites you to come out Tuesday, June 12th at 6:00 P.M. to learn about the library’s genealogy resources. Check out what online databases the library has to offer, what print resources we have in our very own Virginia history room, and how to start a search for those new to genealogy! Already done extensive research? Feel free to stop by and share your stories! This class meets on the second Tuesday of every month.

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Father’s Day Workshop: Samuels Public library invites you to come out and join us Saturday, June 16th at 1:00 P.M. for our Father’s Day workshop.

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SPL - Books & Beyond: Samuels Public library invites you to come out and join us for our Books and Beyond Book Club on Wednesday June 20th at 10 A.M. where The Translator by Daoud Hari will be discussed. this group meets the third Wednesday of the month.

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Friday, May 25 Sunny, with a high near 86. Light southwest wind becoming south 5 to 9 mph in the morning.

Friday Night: Partly cloudy, with a low around 65. South wind 5 to 7 mph.

Newtown Heritage Festival on Main St. Stephens City. (See description May 26.)

7pm History at Sunset at Belle Grove Plantation, 336 Belle Grove Rd. Middletown.

“The Lost Generation: The Tragic Deaths of Stephen Dodson Ramseur and Charles Russell Lowell, Jr.” The Civil War was the deadliest in American history, costing the country over 750,000 lives. It particularly devastated a generation of young men, in their 20s and 30s, both North and South.

This program examines the lives of two such men who fought at Cedar Creek and the impacts their deaths had on their families and communities. Meet Park Ranger Shannon Moeck at the main parking lot at Belle Grove (336 Belle Grove Road, Middletown, VA). This program will visit several locations around the park, and thus will involve a car caravan system (visitors follow the ranger’s vehicle). http://www.nps.gov/cebe 7pm BINGO at Front Royal Volunteer Fire & Rescue, 221 N Commerce Ave., Front Royal. Doors open at 5pm.

Saturday, May 26 A chance of showers and thunderstorms, then showers likely and possibly a thunderstorm after 2pm. Partly sunny, with a high near 86. South wind 3 to 5 mph. Chance of precipitation is 60%. New rainfall amounts between a quarter and half of an inch possible.

Saturday Night: Showers likely and possibly a thunderstorm before 8pm, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms between 8pm and 2am, then a chance of showers after 2am. Mostly cloudy, with a

low around 66. Light south wind. Chance of precipitation is 60%.

Newtown Heritage Festival on Main St. Stephens City. This free family festival includes a parade, food vendors, kids activities, live entertainment, fireworks, and more. Walk into history and learn about the early days of Stephens City as you visit the Stone House Foundation Museums - the Transportation Exhibit at the Stephens City Schoolhouse, Newtown Tavern, Argenbright House & Shed, Stone House, and Steele & Brother Store (all on Main Street). The event takes place up and down Main Street from Newtown Commons to the Old School grounds. (5165 through 5516 Main Street) 8am Front Royal Farmers Market near 414 E Main St. Front Royal. Vendors will be selling handmade items as well as fresh farm products. Contact Destiny Sargent for more information at (540)635-1508 or Tammy Bolden at (540)335-7415.

8am - 12 noon Kiwanis Yard Sale across the street from First Baptist Church, 14 W. 1st Street Front Royal. Cancelled if it rains.

9am - 1pm Old Town Winchester Farmers Market at Taylor Pavilion, 125 N Loudoun St. Winchester. Through Sept. 29th: http://oldtownwinchesterva.com/old-townfarmers-market/ 10am - 5pm aMuse Art & Craft Festival at Museum of the Shenandoah Valley, 901 Amherst St. Winchester. Woodworking, printmaking, painting, collage, ceramics and more! aMuse Art & Craft Festival is Winchester’s only festival dedicated to the arts.

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Sunday, May 27 Showers likely, with thunderstorms also possible after 8am. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 85. Chance of precipitation is 60%.

Sunday Night: A chance of showers.

Mostly cloudy, with a low around 66. Chance of precipitation is 40%.

Monday, May 28 Memorial Day: A chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 82. Chance of precipitation is 50%.

Monday Night: A chance of showers.

Mostly cloudy, with a low around 65. Chance of precipitation is 40%.

Town Business Offices will be CLOSED today in observance of Memorial Day. Trash/Recycling will be collected Wednesday, May 30.

8am Loudoun Street Mile at Loudoun St. Mall, 1 N Loudoun St. Winchester. Celebrate Memorial Day by running in the 31th Loudoun Street Mile! This family-friendly event features scheduled heats so Mom and Dad can enjoy a race and give their kids a taste of racing as well! Participants receive a T-shirt with their registrations, available in adult and youth sizes. The event also features random door prizes throughout the event culminating in an awards ceremony at 10:00 am. Loudoun Steet Mile proceeds

benefit the Laurel Center, a local shelter for victims of domestic abuse. Since 2002, the race as raised $35,000 for this local nonprofit. Visit www.loudounstreetmile.com for more information and to register.

11am Memorial Day Event at Village Commons 414 E Main St. Front Royal.

There will be music from the Skyline High School Band; commemoration of war vets; salute to Dogs of War; speech; prayer and a short parade of dogs. Co-sponsored by the Town of Front Royal.

11am Open House at Randolph-Macon Academy, 200 Academy Drive, Front Royal.

Students looking for a superior college-prep education are invited to join RandolphMacon Academy for a FREE information session and tours 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 11:00am and while reservations are appreciated, walk-ins are welcome. 540-6365482. http://rma.edu/open-house Tuesday, May 29 A chance of showers and thunderstorms.

Partly sunny, with a high near 83. Chance of precipitation is 30%.

Tuesday Night: Mostly cloudy, with a low around 64.

Wednesday, May 30 A chance of showers. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 81. Chance of precipitation 30% Wednesday Night: A chance of showers. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 65.

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Friday, June 1 7pm BINGO at Front Royal Volunteer Fire & Rescue, 221 N Commerce Ave., Front Royal. Doors open at 5pm.

7pm - 9pm Gazebo Gatherings at Village Commons, 414 E main St. Front Royal. Summer Concert Series. Bring your lawn chair or a blanket and enjoy! FREE. kcrump@blueridgearts.org 540-635-9909.

Saturday, June 2 Winchester Craft Beer Week in Winchester, Va. through June 8. Winchester Craft Beer Week is a premier series of craft beer oriented events to be held at restaurants and craft beer shops in Winchester, VA. Each venue will offer a different craft beer and be hosting an event featuring that brewery. Check out our locations and swing by for a swig of the best craft brews in America! Find out more about Tap Takeovers, Beer and Food Pairing Menus, StealA-Pint, and Beer Dinners! Winchester Craft Beer Week is hosted in conjunction with Hop Blossom Craft Beer Festival, June 9. http:// winchestercraftbeerweek.com 8am - 3pm Garden Fest at Belle Grove Plantation, 336 Belle Grove Rd., Middletown. The FREE event is open to the public.

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CALENDAR, from 29 Touring of the Historic Belle Grove Manor House 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. ($5 for those 12 and older, 11 and younger free of charge) Raffles, Food, And More . . .

8am Front Royal Farmers Market near 414 E Main St. Front Royal. Vendors will be selling handmade items as well as fresh farm products. Contact Destiny Sargent for more information at (540)635-1508 or Tammy Bolden at (540)335-7415.

9am - 1pm Old Town Winchester Farmers Market at Taylor Pavilion, 125 N Loudoun St. Winchester. Through Sept. 29th: http://oldtownwinchesterva.com/old-townfarmers-market/ 10am - 5pm Virginia Herb Festival at Sunflower Cottage and Backroom Brewery, 150 Ridgemont Road, Middletown. The Virginia Herb Festival offers a weekend of fun, entertainment, shopping, food, music and learning opportunities for herbal enthusiasts and all other comers. Free workshops, cooking and brewing demonstrations, music, and kid and pet-friendly. The vendor booths will include herbal crafters and products, potters, garden art, fabrics, fashions and more. Garden Clubs, Herb Guilds, Red Hatters, tour buses and groups of any type are welcome. Programs include: Herbal Remedies, Aroma Therapy, Herbal solutions for Kids, Pets and Bugs, Earn Your Living off the Land, tours of Backroom Brewery, and more. Admission is free. For further information call 540/869-8482 or visit www. virginiaherbfestival.com 6:30pm North Fork Shen. River Restoration BINGO, 301 North Fork Rd., Front Royal. Doors open 4:30pm.

Sunday, June 3 10am - 5pm Virginia Herb Festival at Sunflower Cottage and Backroom Brewery, 150 Ridgemont Road, Middletown. (See description June 2.)

6pm Corpus Christi Procession on Main St. Front Royal. St. John’s Catholic Church/Knights of Columbus will be celebrating their 19th Annual Corpus Christi Procession down Main Street in Downtown Front Royal today.

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Friday, June 8 6pm - 9pm Gardens at Night: Robbie Limon Band at Museum of the Shenandoah Valley, 901 Amherst St. Winchester.

Celebrate ‘70s music with the Robbie Limon Band and enjoy free family activities (6–8 p.m.). Food, beer, and wine will be available for purchase. Bring a chair. Gates open at 6 p.m.; music begins at 7 p.m. Free to MSV Members, ages 12 & under, and active military and Reserve personnel and their families; all others: $10. Additional costs apply for food, beer, and wine purchases; no outside food/drink, please. www.themsv.org 7pm - 9pm Gazebo Gatherings at Village Commons, 414 E main St. Front Royal. Summer Concert Series. Bring your lawn chair or a blanket and enjoy! FREE. kcrump@blueridgearts.org 540-635-9909.

7pm BINGO at Front Royal Volunteer Fire & Rescue, 221 N Commerce Ave., Front Royal. Doors open at 5pm.

Saturday, June 9 9am - 5pm Battle of Front Royal Reenactmant downtown at 414 E Main St. Front Royal. On May 23, 1862, the Battle of Front Royal pitted “brother against brother” as the 1st Maryland Infantry CSA led by General “Stonewall” Jackson battled with the Union 1st Regiment Maryland Volunteer Infantry commanded by Major General Nathaniel Banks. The one-day battle led to the retreat of Union forces across both forks of the Shenandoah River with a failed attempt by the Union to burn both bridges. Jackson continued north attacking Union forces at both Cedarville and Winchester. In recognition of that event, the Town of Front Royal will be hosting its 3rd Annual Battle of Front Royal re-enactment. Saturday will feature a

battle re-enactment along Main Street, and music and vendors at the Gazebo area. Living history demonstrations will be going on all day Saturday and Sunday morning. The public is encouraged to interact and ask questions. The Warren Heritage Society, a partner in this event, will have the Confederate Encampment on their grounds. FREE. 540-635-5788 tsmith@frontroyalva.com 9am - 1pm Old Town Winchester Farmers Market at Taylor Pavilion, 125 N Loudoun St. Winchester. Through Sept. 29th: http://oldtownwinchesterva.com/old-townfarmers-market/ 9:30am - 5pm Relive History, ‘America in WW I” 1.5 east of Stephens City, 811 Fairfax Pike (Rt.277),VA 22655. FREE. Look for the Large American Flag! American Military Heritage Museum 11am - 12:30pm Warren County Democratic Committee Monthly Meeting at Team Waller Open House, 213 East Main St. Front Royal. https://www.warrencodems. org Noon - 6pm Hop Blossom Craft Beer Festival in Old Town Winchester. The Hop Blossom Craft Beer Festival is Winchester’s first beer festival on the Old Town Mall. The festival is geared toward educating and exposing participants to the growing popularity and love for great craft beer. The festival features 40+ craft breweries from the local area and beyond, a homebrew competition, and entertainment too! Hop Blossom Headquarters: 124 Amherst St, Winchester, VA 22601. Phone: 540.409.5252.The event benefits GoodDogz.org and Winchester SPCA. Tickets available at: hopblossom. com June 2-8 is Winchester Craft Beer Week. winchestercraftbeerweek.com 6:30pm North Fork Shen. River Restoration BINGO, 301 North Fork Rd., Front Royal. Doors open 4:30pm.

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Thursday, June 28 6:30pm - 7:30pm Type II Diabetes Management Support Group meets at 333 W Cork St., Suite 100, Winchester. Additional information call Deborah at 540-536-5106.

6:30pm North Fork Shen. River Restoration BINGO, 301 North Fork Rd., Front Royal. Doors open 4:30pm.

8pm - 10pm Gazebo Flix at Village Commons, 414 E Main St. Front Royal. Familyoriented movies shown outside. Bring a lawn chair or blanket and enjoy! Movie starts at dusk. June 28th - The Lego Ninja Movie, July 12 - Space Jams, July 19th - The Incredibles, July 26th - Cars 3, August 2nd - Star Wars, August 9th - Coco. fhart@ frontroyalva.com 540-631-3615.

Friday, June 22 7pm - 9pm Gazebo Gatherings at Village Commons, 414 E main St. Front Royal. Summer Concert Series. Bring your lawn chair or a blanket and enjoy! FREE. kcrump@blueridgearts.org 540-635-9909.

7pm BINGO at Front Royal Volunteer Fire & Rescue, 221 N Commerce Ave., Front Royal. Doors open at 5pm.

Friday, June 29 7pm BINGO at Front Royal Volunteer Fire & Rescue, 221 N Commerce Ave., Front Royal. Doors open at 5pm.

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Saturday, June 23 8am Front Royal Farmers Market near 414 E Main St. Front Royal. Vendors will be selling handmade items as well as fresh farm products. Contact Destiny Sargent for more information at (540)635-1508 or Tammy Bolden at (540)335-7415.

9am - 1pm Old Town Winchester Farmers Market at Taylor Pavilion, 125 N Loudoun St. Winchester. Through Sept. 29th:

news@warrencountyreport.com

Humane Society of Warren County 1245 Progress Drive, Front Royal, VA Waggin for Dragons, August 11, 2018

540-635-4734

Front Royal’s 5th Annual Dragon Boat Race to benefit the Humane Society of Warren County will be held on the Main Fork of the Shenandoah River at the Front Royal Golf Club boat landing. The event features friendly competitions between community and corporate teams. For more information please visit https://wagginfordragons.com Damon: 5 year old male Rottweiler mix. House trained and has lived with other dogs. Needs a home with no cats or small animals.

Jinger: 4 yr old spayed female Vizsla mix.

Beautiful girl, can be a bit nervous at first but very loving + affectionate! Energetic + playful, would do best in a home with older children.

Joker: 9 yr old neutered male Shepherd mix. House trained, walks well on a leash. Can be timid around new people and small children.

Joker needs a calm environment.

Sloan: Adult neutered male R o t t w e i l e r.

Loves people and his treats!

House and crate trained and prefers to be the only fur baby!

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With your help we have been able to place thousands of animals in good homes. Contact Alison @ 540-551-2072 if you would like to become a pet sponsor too!

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16355 - 2017 Jeep Compass Latitude, 36k, 2.4L I4 DOHC 16V Dual VVT, Heated Seats, Keyless Entry, Uconnect w/ Bluetooth, Fog Lamps, Remote Start, 1 OWNER CARFAX CERTIFIED - $14,972

16320A - 2015 Ford Edge Titanium, 32k, 3.5L V6 Ti-VCT, All Wheel Dr, Hands Free Liftgate, Bkup Cam, Bluetooth, Local Trade, CARFAX CERTIFIED $22,293

16350 - 2017 GMC Terrain SLT, 33k, 2.4L 4-Cylinder SIDI DOHC VVT, GM Certified 100k Warranty, Heated Lthr Seats, Bluetooth, Rear View Cam, 4G LTE, LOCAL TRADE CARFAX CERTIFIED - $20,767

16375 - 2017 Chrysler 300C Base, 23k, 3.6L 6-Cylinder SMPI DOHC, AWD, Dual Pano Sunroof, Bkup Cam, Rem Strt, Bluetooth, Htd/Cooled Frnt & Htd Rear Seats, Sirius XM, 1 OWNER CARFAX CERTIFIED - $22,519

16369 - 2017 Kia Optima LX, 40k, 2.4L I4 DGI DOHC, Titanium Silver, Bkup Cam, Keyless Entry, Bluetooth, Alloy Wheels, ONE OWNER CARFAX CERTIFIED $14,580

16379 - 2018 Dodge Charger R/T, 15k, HEMI 5.7L V8 Multi Displacement VVT, UConnect w/ Touchscreen, Rem Strt, Apple Carplay, Htd Frnt Seats, Bluetooth, Sirius XM, 20” Alloy Whls, Fog Lamps - $25,655

16382 - 2017 Nissan Altima 2.5 S, 37k, 2.5L I4, Brilliant Silver/Charcoal, Bluetooth, 5” Auto Display, Siri Voice Recognition, 1 OWNER CARFAX CERTIFIED - $14,286

16374 – 2018 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport 2.4 Base, 14k, 2.4L I4 DGI DOHC 16V, Trailer Prep Pkg, 17” Alloy Wheels, Bluetooth, All Wheel Drive, Remote Keyless Entry, ONE OWNER - $19,480

16376 - 2016 Ram 1500 Laramie, 21k, HEMI 5.7L V8 Multi Displacement VVT, 20” Alloy Whls, Bluetooth, Htd/Cooled Lthr Seats/Htd Steering Whl, Hitch, Bkup Cam, ONE OWNER CARFAX CERTIFIED - $32,320

16384 - 2017 Jeep Patriot Latitude, 43k, 2.4L I4 DOHC 16V Dual VVT, 4x4, Keyless Entry, Htd Seats, UConnect w Voice, Sirius XM, 17” Alloy Whls, Fog Lamps, Htd Mirrors, 1 OWNER CARFAX CERTIFIED - $15,364

SHENANDOAH BUICK • GMC (540) 636-2986

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WE SELL TIRES

The right tire, the right size at the right price.

We also have the knowledge to help you choose the tires that are right for your vehicle.

• Change engine oil* and filter • Add BG MOA* for Lifetime Protection • Add BG Fuel System Cleaner and Fuel System Drier • Rotate and set tire pressure, measure tread depth • Replace Engine Air Filter • Replace Cabin Air Filter • Lube doors, hood and trunk • FREE car wash included • Perform Multi Point Inspection (MPI) • Review results of MPI with customer

$199.95 Plus Tax and EPA fees Recommended Services at 15K:

• Perform BG 3-Stage Fuel System Cleaning (Cleans fuel system of harmful carbon deposits, increases gas mileage and engine performance.)

• Perform a 4 wheel alignment • Balance all 4 tires *Up to 5 quarts of oil. Diesel and Synthetic oil is additional.

• Change engine oil* and filter • Add BG MOA* for Lifetime Protection • Add BG Fuel System Cleaner and Fuel System Drier • Rotate, balance and set tire pressure, measure tread depth and wear pattern • Replace Engine Air Filter • Replace Cabin Air Filter • Replace external fuel filter (if applicable) • Lube doors, hood and trunk • Perform BG 3-Stage Fuel System Cleaning (Cleans fuel system of harmful carbon deposits, increases gas mileage and engine performance.)

• FREE car wash included • Perform Multi Point Inspection (MPI) • Review results of MPI with customer

$449.95 Plus Tax and EPA fees Recommended Services at 30K:

(60K, 90K, 120K) • Perform BG Cooling System Service (60K) • Perform a 4 wheel alignment • Perform BG Transmission Fluid Service *Up to 5 quarts of oil. Diesel and Synthetic oil is additional.

With the advanced suspensions of today that keep your vehicle running smooth and safely, it is more important than ever before to take care of your tires. It is our pledge to you to assist with this. At each service we perform, our factory trained technicians will inspect your tires and make sure they are wearing properly. When it is time for a new set we will advise you of this with a competitive price quote, and you will know the job is done right. Get tire store prices with dealership quality service. At Shenandoah Buick GMC we are the experts when it comes to keeping your vehicle running like new.

Just Down the Road! Rt. 522 South Car Sales: 540-636-2986 9015 Winchester Road Front Royal, VA 22630 shenandoahbuickgmc.com

Service & Parts: 540-551-4719 Service & Parts Hours: Mon - Fri: 7:00 am - 6:00 pm Saturday: 7:00 am - 1:00 pm Sunday: Closed