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KG students have been hitting the books King George standardized test pass rates indicate noteworthy improvement Phyllis Cook

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Tamara Wheater and Ginger got to swim a few laps Aug. 20 at the King George YMCA pool before a thorough cleaning which has closed the pool until Aug. 29. For a story and more photos, see Page 2.

King George students’ test scores are looking up.

Virginia’s Standards of Learning standardized test pass rate scores were released last week by the Virginia Department of Education for the state and all schools and divisions on Aug. 16.

Complete accreditation and federal accountability reports for schools and divisions will be released later in the year. State and federal officials continue to revise benchmarks and various factors contributing toward accreditation of individual schools.

Like the state’s results, King George’s pass rates indicated more students passing the tests overall than in the previous year. The test results are from the

2015-16 school year.

Superintendent Dr. Rob Benson said there is plenty to be happy about.

“We are very pleased to learn that our students continue to perform at high levels on the Virginia Standards of Learning tests,” Benson said. “This year's results are useful in verifying that our instructional program is tightly coupled with the learning expectations embedded in the Virginia Standards of Learning for each grade level or course content area. The SOL testing results helps verify that our teachers and instructional leaders continue to elevate the knowledge and skills of our students.”

Information on the performance of students on Standards of Learning tests during 2015-2016 is online at the Virginia Department of Education website: http://www.doe.virginia.gov/ statistics_reports/school_report_card/ index.shtml Raw test scores for each school are available online in report cardsat https://p1pe.doe.virginia.gov/ reportcard/.

See Scores, page 2

Tractor Supply Fracking rules tightened in county Lack of movement by state building deal clears prompts local action critical hurdle Phyllis Cook

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Tractor Supply’s developer has purchased the property intended for its retail store in King George on Route 3 (Kings Highway), immediately east of the Sheetz gas/convenience store near the intersection with US 301 (James Madison Parkway).

County Director of Economic Development Linwood Thomas broke the news at a meeting of the Economic Development Authority on Aug. 11.

“The owner of the property tied to the Tractor Supply Project and Tractor Supply finally ratified their contract to move the project forward,” Thomas said.“And this past month we have seen final board approval on a water line ex-

tension for Tractor Supply.”

He talked about the possibilities for other businesses to also locate at the intersection.

“This is extremely exciting as the project is much bigger than one retail outfit. It includes over 15 parcels of commercially-zoned land that is slated for development in the Comprehensive Plan.”

The purchase of the property for Tractor Supply to build a 15,242 square foot building with 12,891 square feet of outdoor display area, associated parking and stormwater management facilities, took place after an agreement

See Building, page 2

Following a public hearing with about 35 people attending and 18 speaking on Aug. 16, the King George Board of Supervisors unanimously adopted amendments to the county’s Comprehensive Plan and its zoning ordinance to put guidelines and rules in place to specifically address oil and natural gas drilling.

The current method of oil and gas drilling is called hydraulic fracturing, nicknamed ‘fracking.’

It involves high-pressure injection of proprietary chemicals and water through a pipe into rock formations thousands of feet underground and through aquifers, creating cracks in ancient shale beds to allow the extraction of natural gas.

It’s a 24-hour operation involving significant truck traffic and noise and can go on for months or years, according to speakers at the hearing.

Ten residents addressed the board, with nine of them in favor of the new proposals, asking for stronger rules, or simply banning drilling.

Speaking with those in favor of stricter rules for drill-

ing were three representatives from environmental groups, including the Southern Environmental Law Center, the Friends of the Rappahannock and the Rappahannock Group Sierra Club.

There were at least six from the oil and gas industry providing comments in person and/or in writing against tighter rules, including Virginia Petroleum Council, In Depth with Independent Petroleum Association of America, Consumer Energy Alliance, Virginia Manufacturer’s Association, Virginia Oil and Gas Association, and Shore Exploration.

The public comments followed a staff report from Jack Green, director of the county’s department of community development, which outlined the development of the amendments and described them.

Green reported on the May 12, 2015, Planning Commission recommendation for the county board to not adopt the amendments.

“That was because the Planning Commission didn’t think they were stringent enough,” Green said.

Following the board’s public hearing last year on Sept.

1, it decided to postpone action until after the state had finished its own amendment process for the Department

See Rules, page 2

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Gail Wertz testified on the antifracking side at the hearing.

Fairview Beach bank erosion project eligible to apply for federal grant State official urges application Phyllis Cook

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The King George Board of Supervisors heard some good news Aug. 16 from the Service Authority about possible grant funding to cure an erosion problem at Fairview Beach.

A Fairview Beach bank erosion project may be a good fit to get federal funding through the FEMA Disaster Mitigation Grant program, Citizen-member Chris Werle of the King George County Service Authority told the board Aug. 16 as an update to what he reported to the board earlier this month.

He said the pre-application period has officially re-opened with an application deadline of Aug. 31.

“I will be working with Steve Lynd and others from the County Administrator’s Office and Service Authority staff to prepare our pre-application submission,” Werle said. “After our proposed project has been validated

as eligible for a FEMA Disaster Mitigation Grant, we will receive a formal request from the Virginia Department of Emergency Management to submit a comprehensive final application, which will be due not later than Oct. 31, 2016.”

Werle had first brought the matter forward at the previous meeting on Aug. 2.

At that time he said he had been researching the potential for the Fairview Beach erosion project is eligible for potential funding under the FEMA Hazard Mitigation Grant Program.

He said he had met with on July 22 with county officials, including County Administrator Travis Quesenberry, Chief David Moody and Lynd from King George Fire & Rescue, and with Matthew Wall, the Director of Emergency Management for the state of Virginia.

“Mr. Wall confirmed that the proj-

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ect is eligible,” Werle said. “And since a county sewer line and state road are clearly at risk, he urged us to submit an application during the upcoming preapplication cycle.”

Once the project’s pre-application submission is reviewed and validated as eligible, the county would get formal notification asking for submission of a comprehensive grant application.

“While there is never a guarantee of receiving a grant, Mr. Wall noted that we would have a strong project submission, and I recommend that we proceed,” Werle said.

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by its developer was unanimously approved by the King George Supervisors on July 19.

The agreement provides commitments by both sides to proceed with the project.

The county pledged to construct and install a water line extension within a year of the agreement’s execution, with daily penalties to be paid to the business if the scheduled completion date is not met.

The county has also agreed to extend a sewer connection to the Tractor Supply property, from its connection near the Sheetz business located at the corner of the intersection.

On its side, Tractor Supply agreed to pay the county $65,000 if its project to construct the business does not go forward for any reason. Tractor Supply is also obligated to pay water and sewer connection fees to the King George Service Authority totaling nearly $20,000 when it connects to the utilities, along with bi-monthly billing for its water and sewer usage.

Last week, Board of Supervisors Chairwoman Ruby Brabo commented on the county’s agreement with Tractor Supply.

“I believe an agreement such as this demonstrates the board’s willingness to work with businesses, within reason, for the benefit of our local economy in service to our citizens,” Brabo said.

Supervisor Jim Howard has also come around on the issue. His initial reaction earlier this year was to be against using money from the county’s general fund to pay for the cost of the water line extension originally estimated at near $1 million.

But he said in an interview he is now in favor of the plan.

“The more I think about it, the concept of the development of that intersection, the more sense it makes for economic development,” Howard said.

“We’ve also talked about the possibility of siting a medical center there. And it may be by bringing water to the intersection, it will make a difference to other businesses looking for a site. And we have also considered it a good location for a possible medical clinic.”

In the meantime, Service Authority General Manager Chris Thomas provided an Aug. 2 update on the engineering design for the water line, which will run from the Sheriff’s office building on Route 3 east of Purkins Corner to the Route 3/US 301 intersection.

“The Service Authority has received the 90 percent plans and specifications for the project,” Thomas said.

“They are currently under review by staff and I have directed the engineering firm to go ahead and submit those simultaneously to the Virginia Department of Health and the Virginia Department of Transportation as well.”

At that same meeting on Aug. 2, the board moved forward to officially allocate construction funding for the current fiscal year as one of the county’s projects in its Capital Improvement Program. $885,000 was allocated to go to construction for the project.

Instead of running the line along either side of Route 3 or down its center median, it was decided in April the route of the water line construction will be along Mount Rose Drive.

Mount Rose is a loop road running south of Route 3 and roughly parallel to it, with one end across Route 3 from the Sheriff's office, and the other end just west of US 301, near the former pickle factory.

of Mines, Minerals & Energy’s regulations for oil and gas drilling in the Taylorsville Basin, which includes King George County. Under state law, local regulations must not exceed the severity of the state’s.

But last month, the board decided it had waited long enough after Eric Gregory, county attorney, told them on July 19 another full review of the state’s proposed regulations was underway.

“We don’t know how long that additional review process is going to take,” Gregory said.

The board voted to advertise draft amendments which had undergone some revisions by Gregory.

The most significant revision in the draft was to reduce the setback buffer distance from 1,000 feet at last year’s Sept 1 public hearing, to 750 feet at last week’s Aug. 16 hearing as the minimum distance for any oil or gas well boreholes from any public road, occupied building or resource protection area.

That setback distance was not remarked upon by any members of the board at either meeting, but the change was noticed by some members of the public, including county resident Gail Williams Wertz who said she raises cattle on 440 acres.

Wertz said it increased the drillable land within the county from 4 percent previously, up to 9 percent under the new draft regulations.

King George resident Andrew Ball also noted the change.

“I see the 1,000 foot setback has gone to 750 feet,” Ball said. “Don’t be intimidated by the money and the oil and gas

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Revised school report cards incorporating the current test data will be re-issued later this fall.

Benson made a prediction on Aug. 8 at the Welcome Back event for instructional staff the week prior to school starting. “While not yet released publicly, we believe the increases in Standards of Learning (SOL) test pass per-

industry, and listen to the people who actually live here and would have to put up with the effects of oil and gas drilling, if indeed it comes to King George.

Please pass these amendments before they get any weaker.”

Kenneth Snow with Shore Exploration spoke. “I can’t help but smile when I think about Ms. Brabo who uses so much gas driving all over the state and where she thinks it came from.”

County resident Jim Lynch addressed those remarks, saying environmentalists are not asking for a complete ban on the use of all fossil fuels.

“Our only goal is to begin the downward slope,” Lynch said. “And we realize it’s a long process and will take a long time, but the time is now to start.

Nobody in the environmental community is going for an absolute cutoff.”

After the public had their say, the four board members at the meeting took their turns.

Supervisor Richard Granger said his role as an elected official is to enact the will of the people.

“I think it’s been pretty vocal here tonight, how a vast majority of them feel.

We’re certainly not doing a straight out ban. I know there’s concern from the oil and gas industry. We’re just really looking to protect our own resources and our own people,” Granger said. “I think we should be moving forward with this.”

Supervisor John Jenkins said the threats of litigation are a cause for concern. “However, that will not persuade me from what I feel is doing the right thing, not for myself, but for the people of this county. I certainly appreciate landowners’ rights which were brought up during this hearing and our country’s quest for energy independence,” Jenkins said. “I don’t feel it’s a good fit for us here in King George. If there is a half percent chance our drinking water

can be tainted or polluted, then I feel we should move forward with these amendments.”

Supervisor Jim Howard stressed how long they had spent and waited to adopt the current proposals, adding he agreed with some aspects of the oil and gas industry and about trying to get away from reliance on foreign energy sources, but he had reservations.

“Our primary responsibility is the health, safety and welfare of the citizens of King George, that’s what we were elected to do,” Howard said. “The risk is too great, in my opinion. I think these amendments to the ordinances and Comprehensive Plan reasonable.

Should we go further? I don’t know. I certainly support the adoption of these resolutions.”

Chairwoman Ruby Brabo summed up, saying DMME is putting off adoption of more stringent regulations specific to the Tidewater area for an indefinite time in the future.

“Until such time, this board recognizes the differences between our region and that of southwest Virginia when it comes to this type of industrial activity. We also recognize that DMME does not have a record of implementing changes to their regulations in a timely fashion,” Brabo said. “These ordinances will provide the peace of mind needed for our residents to rest assured that an inadequate operator could not set up shop and destroy our quality of life.”

She also addressed the threats of lawsuits state or implied in some comments from outside organizations.

“Threats of litigation only serve to confirm the need for this board to take action tonight. If there truly was no interest in our region, then no one from the industry would be threatening us with such action,” Brabo said.Speakers during Aug. 16 public hearings on oil and gas amendments in King George:

centages this year will qualify all King George County Schools to be recognized as ‘Fully Accredited’ by the state.”

He provided examples of some of the noteworthy increases within the King George division in school test scores, as follows.

•King George Elementary School increased the Science SOL pass rate from 78 percent in 2015, to 82 percent in 2016.

•Sealston Elementary School increased the Math SOL pass rate from 85 percent in 2015, to 87 percent in 2016.

•Potomac Elementary School increased the Math SOL pass rate from 86 percent in 2015, to 94 percent in 2016.

•Potomac Elementary School increased the Science SOL pass rate from 80 percent in 2015, to 94 percent in 2016.

•King George Middle School increased the Science SOL pass rate from 77 percent in 2015, to 86 percent in 2016.

•King George High School increased the Math SOL pass rate from 67 percent in 2015, to 74 percent in 2016.

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Jazzy is not so happy about the water at the Y’s “Drool in the Pool.”

YMCA goes to the dogs Phyllis Cook About 20 dogs and their owners accepted the King George Family YMCA’s invitation to enjoy the swimming pool for $10 for up to two hours Aug. 20. Like anyone who doesn’t swim very often, some of the pet participants were shy about getting in the water, with others happy to jump right in.

Ginger seemed to find the pool great fun with owners Donna and Tamara Wheater.

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Chairwoman Ruby Brabo concurred and praised Werle for looking into the matter. “That’s outstanding news. I know you did a lot of research finding that grant and obtaining the

Canines Bella and Max also appeared enthusiastic with their people, Terry Rollins and Katie Jenkins. But Jazzy was a little shy of the water and preferred to hug the pool edge with owner Joyce Harmon. The ‘Drool in the Pool’ event was the last scheduled activity in the pool prior to its closure for nine days for its five-year thorough cleaning and maintenance, according to YMCA swim lesson coordinator Tarina Silvis. Silvis said the pool will reopen on Aug. 29.

information,” Brabo said.

Following the meeting, Service Authority Chris Thomas said there has been discussion with the Fairview Beach residents’ association about coming up with additional funding should it be required, for the ongoing shore erosion problem. Fairview Beach is a residential subdivision along the Potomac River, along with a few businesses.

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Please Register at: King George Parks and Recreation 8076 Kings Highway, (P.O. Box 71) King George, VA 22485 or online: www.kinggeorge. recdesk.com.

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Motorcyclists ride to river from “Center of the Universe” What do you get when you combine motorcycles, music, food, fun and a good cause? The answer can only be the Fourth Annual Combat Veterans Benefit Ride, hosted by the Combat Vets Motorcycle Association, Chapter 27-3.

The August 13th heat and humidity did not deter motorcyclist from coming out to show their support.

The event kicked off at Richmond Harley Davidson, in Ashland with Josh Misner providing the pre-ride entertainment. At noon, 225 motorcycles hit the road, escorted by the Hanover, Caroline, and King George County Sheriff ’s Departments. The 70 mile ride ended at Rick’s on the River in King George County.

Approximately $6400.00 was raised for Operation Homefront and Wreaths Across America.

Port Royal Museum celebration The Port Royal Museum of American History will be open each Friday and Saturday during August from 10am-4pm. Stop in and see the Herb Collins White House China and the Agnes Skinner Native American Artifact Collections.

We are most grateful to Union Bank for the recent donation of the museum property to Historic Port Royal. Join us on Friday, August 27 as we celebrate this gift and Herb Collins’s birthday with cake and punch!

Herbert R. Collins was born in Caroline County in 1932. He became interested in history at an early age since his home “Green Falls” was built in 1711 as a tavern and stagecoach stop on the road to Richmond. After college graduation and serving in the US Army, he was hired by the Smithsonian Institution in Washington, DC where he worked diligently until retirement in 1990. He is the author of numerous articles and books. The Caroline Historical Society selected Herbert Ridgeway Collins for their annual award in 2002 for his outstanding efforts to promote, preserve and highlight the history of Caroline County. Historic Port Royal, Inc. honored him as prime benefactor of their new museum at their Grand Opening in November 2012. Today the Museum is a showplace and final home for the Collins collections of White House China, Toleware, Sidney King paintings and other historic items and artifacts.

The Museum is always open to the public every Saturday from 10-4pm.

There is no charge. HPR is a totally volunteer organization. The Gift Shop features many books of local history.

Donations are always appreciated.

Thursday, Aug. 25

Saturday, Sept. 10

4th Tuesday at Tappahannock Art Gallery. 7-9 p.m. 200 Prince St. Tappahannock. H hands-on classes in art discovery and technique led

by Ms. Joyce Crown-Wilkins. This class will allow adult participants of any skill level to enjoy the useful art of painting wine glasses. Materials will be supplied, but there will be a charge of $10 to cover the cost of those supplies. Sign-up is at the gallery or by phone 804-925-1011, 804-529-6547 or the website www. tappamainst.org/tag”

Spirits Festival at Belle Grove Plantation. 11 a.m.- 5 p.m. Rain or shine. Food, live music, ghost tours and more. Proceeds to James Madison Belle Grove Fdn. Go to www.

BelleGrovePlantation.com for tickets and more info.

Music by Moonlight Concert, to help the Salvation Army Women’s Auxiliary celebrate 30 years of community service. 7-10 p.m. Hurkamp Park, F’brg. F’brg Big Band to perform. 540-371-4886. Donations accepted.

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Master Gardeners’ Rain Barrel Workshop at Menokin, four miles north of Warsaw. Cost is $50 for each completed barrell. Pay on site.

Register at 804-580-5694.

Monday, Aug. 29

NN Audubon Society Bird Walk.

Westmoreland Berry Farm/Voorhees Nature Preserve. Meet at 9:00 am at the Westmoreland Farm Berry Store at 1235 Berry Farm Lane, Colonial Beach, VA 22443. Please call Frank Schaff at 804-462-0084 to let him know that you are coming in case the walk is cancelled.

Several pairs of loaner binoculars will be available.

Tuesday, Sept. 6

Regular meeting of the AOA group at the KG-YMCA. 11:30 a.m.

Lunch provided, bring a salad or dessert to share. Speaker on Managing your Medications. Open to everyone age 50 and older.

Annual NN NARFE chapter 1823 Picnic. Humphrey’s Shelter in Belle Isle State Park. $3 parking fee.

Candidates Wittman & Rowe will speak to attendees. Picnic begins at noon.

KG Chamber of Commerce Annual CAR SHOW. Gateway Shopping Center, Dahlgren. Fund raiser for local student scholarships. Call Tim Smith to enter, volunteer or for more info. 540-775-4386.

KG Garden Club Annual Fall Plant Sale. KG Farmer’s Market, KGES 8 a.m.-Noon.

Rappahannock Riverfest event.

4-8 p.m. at Farley Vale Farm, Route 3 KG. All you can eat crab feast, bbq, open bars etc. $100 pp advance tickets, $125 after Sept.

1. Nick Cadwallender, Friends of the Rappahannock (540) 373-3448 nick.cadwallender@riverfriends. org or Robin Huddle, Riverfest Volunteer Committee Chair, rhuddle@vapartnersbank.com.

Tuesday, Sept. 20

Sign up now for the 1st class of 4 of the Master Food Volunteer Training every Tuesday 9 a.m.-3 p.m. at Belle Grove Plantation, King George. Cost $90, Special Guest-TV Chef Mary Rapoport.

Pre-registration contact Extension Ofc. 540-775-3062, 540-507-7568 or 540-658-8000.

“In his heart a man plans his course, but the Lord determines his steps” -Proverbs 16:9 I, the Rev. Lester Truman Johnson, “Praise and Thank God” for allowing me to congratulate one of my friends, his blessed servant, Ms. Theresa D. Abraham, of Fort Lee, VA. A Halley, Arkansas native, she is retiring from the U. S. Army after serving 24 years and 1 day. Her retirement will take place on Tuesday, Aug. 30, 2016 at 10 a.m. at Ft. Myers, VA. May God continue to bless MSG Abraham in her endeavors as a retired veteran.

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Mt. olive baptist church will be starting their Revival services on 28 August 2016. Morning service begins at 11a.m. The afternoon service begins at 3: p.m. with Bishop Joseph Henderson as the guest preacher. Services will be held 30 August - 1 September, worship starting at 7 p.m. 2548 Hustle Rd, Hustle, VA 22476. agape ministry church is hosting a Gospel Sing on Sunday, Aug. 28 at 6:30 p.m. Scheduled to perform, One Lane Bridge, from Caroline and Soul Seeking Disciples, from Gloucester, VA. Agape is located at 9106 Indiantown Rd., KG.

mars hill will hold a Youth Conference on Saturday, Sept. 10 at the KG-Family YMCA. 5-9 p.m. open to all youth ages 12 and up. Adult volunteers needed to help with food, logistics and fun. Live music, skits and more.

Good News Tabernacle on Route 3 in King George will be holding a Gospel Sing on Saturday, Sept. 3 at 6:30 p.m. Performers to include “Justified” and “VA Gospel Singers.”

L.E. Smoot Library offers visitors more than books to read Microsoft Excel 101 Classes Join us for a free 2 session workshop to learn the basics of Microsoft Excel. On September 7th, learn basic functions and formulas.

On September 14th, learn how to create a budget spreadsheet.

Both workshops start at 5 p.m. This program is intended for adults, 18 and older. Registration is required for both sessions. To register, go to smoot.org or call 540-775-2147 for details.

Library’s September Calendar: Wee Readers – Sept. 12, 19, & 26 10 a.m., storytime for ages 0-3 Ready Readers – Sept. 7, 14, 21, 28 11:30am; storytime for ages 3-5 Sept. 7: Microsoft Excel 101, basic functions and formulas – 5 p.m.; for adults 18 and older Sept. 8: Krafty Kids – 4 p.m.; crafts for children ages 3-12 Sept. 12: Sit & Stitch – 6 p.m.; bring your own materials, all skills levels welcome Sept. 14: Microsoft Excel 101, budget spreadsheets – 5 p.m.; for adults Sept. 21: Paws for Reading – 4:30pm, 4:45pm, 5:00pm, 5:15pm;

read to a therapy dog, for readers in grades K-6 Sept. 26: Sit & Stitch – 6:00pm; bring your own materials, all skills levels welcome.

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Sun. 9:00 a.m. & 11:00 a.m. (español)

Full Gospel Church will host a Gospel Sing on Sunday, Aug. 28. Groups scheduled to perform are SunnySide w/ Carol Phillips; Ronnie Williams; and The Full Gospel Band. 8488 Paige Rd. Woodford, VA.

macedonia Baptist church is hosting a Back To School Extravaganze on Saturday, Aug. 27 from Noon to 6 p.m.

The church located at 1081 Macedonia Lane, will hold its annual Homecoming and Revival services beginning Sunday, Aug. 28Thursday, Sept. 1. Sunday morning service will begin at 11 a.m. with Pastor Fred Sales officiating, followed by a homecoming dinner.

Rev. Terry Streeter, Mt. Pleasant Baptist Church, Washington, DC will preach the 3 p.m. evening and weeknight 7 p.m. services. Area choirs will provide the music.

It’s not to early to register for a spot in the parade, a space at the fair or a chance to be crowned Miss Fall Festival Queen.

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peace lutheran church will have one service on Sunday, Aug. 28. Rally Day. followed by the Fall Sunday School Kickoff. Food, games & fellowship. Rte. 3 King George.

And for readers: Novel Readers Book Club at Belle Grove Plantation Please join us in September for our Novel Readers Book Club. We will be reading Mansfield Park by Jane Austen. Books will be available for pickup at the library circulation desk on September 1st. Meetings will be held on Thursday, September 15th and 29th at 6 PM at Belle Grove Plantation for a historic setting as we discuss the book and enjoy light desserts. For ages 18 and older; space is limited; registration is required.

ALL PROGRAMS REQUIRE REGISTRATION. Register online at www.smoot.org. For additional information check out the Library website or call 540-775-2147.

which only inducts the top 2% of enlisted members of the Army. She has two Masters & is on her doctoral journey at Walden University, working on 2000 hours of internship, and writing her dissertation, focusing on Secondary Post Traumatic stress disorder as it affects spouses of combat veterans diagnosed with PTSD. “Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid. Do not be discouraged.

For the Lord your God is with you, where ever you go.” -Joshua 1:9.

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Seeking to know the grace of God and to make it known to others.

Very Rev. Francis M. de Rosa Fr. Joseph Kenna

Sunday Worship Service - 10:30 a.m.

Nursery Provided for Worship Service Only

Sat. 7:00 p.m. Vigil Sunday Masses: Sun. 8:15 a.m. 10:30 a.m 12:45 p.m. Tridentine Mass

Sunday School 9:15 a.m.

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Peace Lutheran church

Daily Mass: Mon. Thur. Fri. & Sat. 9:00 a.m.

Tues. 7:00 a.m.

Wed. 7:00 p.m.

Adoration before each morning Mass

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Traditional Worship • 11 a.m.

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Virginia’s revenue shortfall hits teachers hardest Wait, something’s not quite right. The economy has been growing, the unemployment rate is low, and yet Virginia’s state budget is in trouble. It ended David S. Kerr the last fiscal in the red and this year doesn’t look good either. What happened?

The bad news started trickling out earlier this summer when Gov. Terry McAuliffe and his administration realized that Virginia’s spending was outrunning its revenue.

Remember, in Virginia, you can’t run a deficit. Any overspending, no

matter what the cause, needs to be made up by budget cuts. The estimated shortfall when Virginia’s fiscal year ended in June was $226 million.

That immediately set into play a “reestimation” of projected revenues and expenditures for our current budget year.

The result, no surprise, is a reduced budget. There were a lot of promises in this year’s budget that were based on earlier, higher and apparently flawed revenue estimates. Now, they are an indefinite hold. One of the hardest hit groups are public school teachers. The state had hoped to fund teacher pay raises of between 2 and 3 percent. Sadly, that’s probably not going to happen.

So, just what’s going on? Revenue actually went up an impressive $18

Letters to the editor ‘Sad’ that writer on 2nd Amendment lacks Constitution knowledge It is sad that many have no knowledge of the United States Constitution and the protections it offers.

In his Journal letter of August 10, 2016, Mr. Taylor states, “We cannot have Hillary Clinton in the White House. She would take away the Second Amendment”.

Article Five of the Constitution sets out the requirements for changing a provision or deleting an article or amendment: “The Congress, whenever two thirds of both Houses, shall deem it necessary, shall propose amendments (changes) to this Constitution...when ratified by three fourths of the legislatures of the several States...”

To think that two thirds of the House and Senate would so vote, and then be ratified by 38 states is beyond belief. Hillary Clinton, as president, could not effect this change.

It would take Congress and the states working in concert as set forth in the Article to accomplish a very

Police news

King George man pleads guilty to assault and drug possession A 22-year-old King George man entered a plea of guilty last week in King George Circuit Court to charges of assault on a family member and possession of illegal drugs.

Tyshawn MCDowney was arrested in December of last year after the incident at the home of his girlfriend, who is the mother of his child.

"He pleaded guilty to assault and battery of a family member," said King George Deputy Commonwealth's Attorney Charlie Clark.

"He had served over 90 days in jail, so he received a 12-month, all suspended, sentence. His bond had previously been revoked on my motion for threats of violence and continued drug use. We felt 90 days of jail time was fair punishment."

On the charge of drug possession, King George Circuit Court Judge Herbert Hewitt withheld the finding of guilt so that McDowney could be enrolled in the statutory first offender program.

"That's one year supervised probation, good behavior, 100 hours community service, no drugs or alcohol for one year, drug testing and treatment and get and maintain employment," said Clark. " If he’s successful, the charge will be dismissed by law. If he’s not, he will be found guilty and sentenced on a Class 5 Felony."

“Our office and the Sheriff’s Office take domestic violence seriously, and the defendant spent the entire summer in jail as a result," Clark said. "As for his drug charge, we sincerely hope

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difficult task.

Steve Allen, Colonial Beach Upcoming Event on the Dahlgren Trail With the completion of the trail races last month, it’s time to look forward to the next event: The Big WOW on Oct. 1.This is the second annual Big WOW (Walk On Wilson’s) held to increase awareness of this disease and to raise funds for esearch.

The Big WOW is a nationwide event held in several cities simultaneously around the country. Held for the first time last year in 16 host cities, the King George event was one of the most successful. Nationwide 1366 people participated, along with 104 dogs (yes, dogs can get Wilson’s Disease too).

What exactly is Wilson’s disease?

The disease is genetic in nature and is an inability of the body to properly process copper, leading to an accumulation of the metal, resulting in liver and neurological damage. The disease is always fatal if not treated.

The disease is not widespread, affect-

that he takes advantage of the opportunity for treatment provided to him. If he doesn’t, there will certainly be consequences.”

KG man convicted of selling pot In other cases in King George Circuit Court last week, David Nesmith, 22, of King George was convicted of two counts of distribution of marijuana. One of the sales was in the King George Food Lion parking lot, which is within a 1,000 feet of King George Middle school.

That resulted in another felony charge against Nesmith of distribution of drugs within 1,000 feet of a school.

Judge Hewitt sentenced Nesmith to a total of five years incarceration with all but two months suspended.

“While people may have differing opinions on the dangerousness of marijuana, it is still illegal to possess and sell it in Virginia," said King George Commonwealth's Attorney Keri Gusmann. "I would also remind people that it was just over two years ago that Ronelle Johnson was killed over marijuana here in King George.”

Westmoreland County Sheriff’s Office arrests Aug. 14: Kayle Nicole Clark, 26, of Colonial Beach was charged with felony drug possession.

Robin Kevin Clark, 51, of Colonial Beach was charged with felony drug possession.

Aug. 15: Elizabeth Haynes, 41, of Warsaw was

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billion, but spending went up by a larger amount. One of the most important sources of revenue is the withholding for state income tax. Almost every paycheck includes a withholding for state income tax. The estimates what this revenue stream is likely to be when it starts developing its budget. However, the returns from the withholding were much lower than expected.

There have been several reasons suggested for this shortfall. None of them are that encouraging. One is that the new jobs created in this post “Great Recession” economy aren’t paying as much as economists had projected. Also, many people listed as employed aren’t necessarily working full time. The bottom line is that they aren’t paying as much in state in-

come tax. And what’s worse the state grossly overestimated this potential revenue source.

Payroll withholding has on average only increased by about 1.5 percent a year, while the current budget assumes an increase of 3 percent. That was way too optimistic.

Another problem is the state sales tax revenue. Some blame this on a rainy spring and early summer which delayed vacations, summer purchases, and home improvements.

Also, there is a growing concern, that with so many brick and mortar stores sales are shifting to Internet sellers that don’t necessarily have to pay state sales tax. Either way, it’s another revenue source that didn’t live up to expectations.

The gap is not so big that we’ll see

ing about 30,000 people around the lobe (and probably many more who aren’t diagnosed), and treatments are not fully mature. Last year, over $66,000 was raised for research in the Big WOW. This year, the event will be at the Bloomsbury Road trailhead of the Dahlgren Railroad Heritage Trail.

There is a new E-911 address: 10341 Bloomsbury Road. The time is 1 to 4 p.m. The goal is a fun, family oriented event. The focus is a noncompetitive walk (as implied in the name of the event!).

Participants can walk over one of three marked out-and-back courses on the DRHT. All participants will also be able to sign up for free trail permits if they don’t already have them.

Among other activities will be dog obstacle course, music (we’ll welcome DJ Gerry Bradshaw), food and drinks (donations welcome), hiking sticks made by the Veazey Family Woodworkers (donations also welcome), exhibits by several community organizations and information. Several

prize baskets of goodies will be raffled off to further support Wilson’s disease research. Railroad hobbyists will have an antique rail handcar, and one of our equestrian friends will be there with her trail horse, Aunt Rennee.

The event organizers, Nichole and Constantin Langa (Constantin is himself a WD sufferer) will welcome honored guests including other persons with Wilson’s disease, Hon. David Brickley, our host and owner of the trail, a Fall Festival Princess, the King George High School cheerleaders, Helping Hand Pediatirc Therapy Services with their Sensory Carnival and others.

Register for the event at wilsonswalk.org (select “King George” after “Choose a city”). Registration by Sept.

10 will guarantee you a high-quality, athletic T-shirt, fter that it’s first come, first served. (The T-shirts from last year were pretty cool! I’m sure the ones this year will be equally so!).

We always have a lot of fun on the DRHT, so come join us!

See you on the trail!

Jim Lynch

charged with public intoxication.

Cynthiana Uniece Lee, 23, of Kinsale was charged with failure to appear.

suspended sentence or probation.

Aug. 16: Christopher Lloyd Ashton, 31, of Colonial Beach was charged with felony assault.

Cabot Deleiary Sharpe, 31, of Colonial Beach was charged with trespassing.

Andrea Reenay Scott, 25, of Colonial Beach was charged with assault.

Aug. 17: Ralph Lee Gresham, 38, of Dunnsville was charged with a pretrial violation.

Aug. 18: Mitchell Lamont Kelly, 36, of Kinsale was charged with of probation.

King George County Sheriff's Office arrests Aug. 11: Kevin Nicholas Clark, 26, of Colonial Beach was charged with grand larceny, trespassing and driving while his license was suspended.

Erica Mae Johnson, 52, of King George was charged with contempt of court.

Aug. 12: Justin Armand Taylor, 19, of King George was charged with obstructing justice.

Stephen Donald Prather Sr., 44, of Bryantown, Md., was charged with being a fugitive from justice.

Joshua Shawn Struniak, 26, of Stafford was charged with revocation of

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massive cuts across the board. But education is another matter. The language in the appropriations bill said that the implementation of state sponsored increases in teacher pay were tied to meeting revenue requirements. In other words, they were first on the chopping block. And already, it looks like teachers, along with other state employees won’t be getting their hoped for increase in pay.

Most localities, when it comes to education, rely on a mix of state and local funding.

In some communities the Commonwealth supplies well over 50 percent or more of the school funding, while in others it’s far less. It’s all based on a formula that might leave Albert Einstein scratching his head.

But what it means is that some more

prosperous counties might be able to make up what the state can’t cover while others simply won’t be able to.

To many, it seems like education is bearing a little too much of the brunt of this somewhat flawed budget.

However, things could get better.

The legislature, though this is unlikely, could go looking for additional revenues, though don’t count on it.

Also, employment, incomes and spending could increase enough to give Virginia that extra income tax and sales tax revenue that might help turn this unfortunate situation around. It’s possible. However, being too optimistic about these increases is what got us into this conundrum in the first place. Though in this situation, hoping for a miracle is about the only option we have.

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Aug. 13: Octavia Capree Gaines, 24, of King George was charged with three counts assault and battery, three counts of destruction of property, reckless driving and carrying a concealed weapon.

Aug. 14: Jordan Christopher Rudat, 29, of King George was charged with eight counts of sexual battery and also aggravated sexual battery.

Aug. 15: Stephen David Fidler, 61 of King George was charged with contempt of court.

David Wayne Williams, 52, of La Plata, Md., was charged with grand larceny, two counts of indecent exposure and two counts of destruction of property.

Aug. 16: Latisha Monique Nelson, 32, of King George was charged with contempt of court.

William Joseph Green, Jr., 51, of Culpeper was charged with contempt of court.

Stefan Tyrone Wormley, 31, of Fredericksburg was charged with being a fugitive from justice.

Brittany Michelle King, 18, of Hagerstown, Md., was charged with possession of marijuana.

Aquawlin Tamesha Swain, 35, of King George was charged with destruction of property, disorderly conduct and obstructing justice.

Aug. 17: Kenneth Nathan Skinner, 35, of King George was charged with public swearing or intoxication.

Michael Anthony Elswick, 18, of Virginia Beach was charged with revocation of probation.

Zachary Frank Sanchez, 28, of King George was charged with possession of marijuana.

Jessy Marisol Carranza-Vindel, 38, of King George was charged with assault and battery.

Aug. 18: Michael Joseph Orlando, Jr., 28, of King George was charged with three counts of assault and battery and being a fugitive from justice.

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Outdoorsfolk gather to meet, mingle Mark Fike Virginia Outdoor Sportsman Show Since this column last ran, we enjoyed visiting the Virginia Outdoor Sportsman Show down at Richmond International Raceway. The Virginia Deer Classic is held there every year, and some mighty fine bucks are on display. This year Kayleena Fike entered a buck she took last hunting season. Her buck weighed 221 pounds live, 166 or so dressed and was 8 points. The buck took third place in the youth division and was mounted by Jim Harper of King George. Harper did an outstanding job. His attention to detail was obvious as the buck has veins showing,

wrinkles in the skin where its head is turned and he even left the bark on the antlers that the deer had rubbed during the rut. Congratulations to Kayleena on her third place in the show’s youth division.

We have heard that the show will be different next year. Hugh Crittenden, who owns a taxidermy business and was the owner of the show for 33 years, will be retiring and has sold the show. The new owners are reportedly interested in including fishing and other outdoor pursuits to the venue and hope to make the show even bigger next year.

NWTF Rappahannock Spurs Chapter Banquet The Rappahannock Spurs chapter of NWTF held their annual fund-

Outdoor Reportfeet of water on the drop-offs early in Mark and Missy Fike The heat was again a factor in the fishing, but the cooler spell this week will push things back on track.

Rappahannock River Ken’s Tackle in Spotsylvania reported that anglers are still catching catfish on cutbait and stinkbait. Some bass are being caught on plastics on the river.

The upper river was low but the recent storms pumped up the levels some.

Look for smallies and sunfish to bite on live bait and spinnerbaits in eddies.

Potomac River Ken’s reported some small sharks on the Maryland side of the river. Anglers took pictures and then released and cut the lines, letting the sharks go.

I personally saw what I am sure was a shark on Saturday near buoy #30. Later some rays were seen cruising around.

Sharks do eat rays. Croaker are being caught according to Aqua Land Marina and we caught some nice fish in 25

the morning. Some jumbo white perch are taking squid on the shoals while the smaller ones are also willing customers. Wade through the little ones to get through the filet-size fish. Small striped bass were breaking up and down the river. RatL Traps, swim baits and spoons are good bets. Some lone menhaden were observed swimming in the river near Dahlgren. Odd seeing them alone and not in a huge school.

Inland Motts Run reported poor fishing this week. The water temperature was pretty hot. Ken’s said pond action was great for bass when anglers were using minnows. One angler caught and released a fish that weighed 10 pounds.

Saltwater The cobia bite in the bay was really good but the season is closed. Spadefish are seen in schools now but can be elusive to entice a bite. The king mackerel are near the CBBT now and some

raising banquet this past Saturday at the Fairgrounds in Fredericksburg.

This chapter was responsible for sponsoring the King George youth on their springtime upland bird hunt at Rose Hill Game Preserve.

The banquet was held outdoors in a relaxed atmosphere. A great barbecue supper was served after some appetizers of shrimp and wings.

Raffles, games, silent auctions, live auctions and sponsor tables were set up. The King George Outdoor Club members volunteered their time on Saturday to help out at the banquet, including the calling contests. Much artwork and other great prizes were given away via raffles and games.

The money raised is used to support women’s event, Wheelin’ Sportsmen

are leaping out of the water too. Sharks are around everywhere and giving anglers a good run. Some mahi mahi were hitting near the Chesapeake Light Tower last week. Spanish were north of Point Lookout and some bluefish are in the mix. A few spot are showing up as well.

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Events and JAKES/youth events.

A big thank you goes out to those who helped with the banquet and those who supported the banquet and the local Rappahannock Spurs chapter by attending and donating money for a great cause. Julie Abel, the Women in the Outdoors Coordinator for NWTF, deserves a big congratulations for a job well done.

It was an enjoyable event.

Photo by Mark Fike

Kayleena displays her third-place buck mount at the Sportsman Show.

KGAC #6-30-16-1- “CHANCE” Boxer / Pit Bull Terrier / Mixed (short coat) boy. My humans failed me and I was left at the shelter for no Hello, my name is Chance. I'm a friendly but very scared bo wrong doing on my part! I'm terrified here and shake in my kennel all day! It takes me a little while to trust new humans because I was not treated well in the past, so please be patient with me. I promise, I'm a good boy once I'm outside of this scary kennel. Tennis balls are my big weakness and I love all the volunteers, everyone is so nice and patient. Now I would really like to find my perfect family that will love me and never ever hurt me. I'm available for rescue or adoption now!

KGAC #7-16-16-1 - "GINA" Pit Bull Terrier (short coat) Hello, my name is Gina and I'm a very friendly girl that enjoys the company of the awesome volunteers at the shelter. I'm very relaxed and more worried about belly rubs than toys. My friend "Lenny" and I were abandoned at a property. Nobody knows who we belonged to but I'm so glad we were found before the heat could get to us. We couldn't believe out humans just tied us up and left us. :-( but we are at a good place now. We have food, water and a bed to sleep in. The only thing that's missing is a wonderful family. That's my biggest dream! I'm available for rescue or adoption now!

KGAC #7-16-16-2- “LENNY” Pit Bull Terrier (short coat) He Hey, my name is Lenny. I'm a handsome boy that loves belly rubs and giving a lot of kisses. I'm very calm and like to just hang out with the nice volunteers and shelter staff. My friend Gina and I were saved by some very nice humans after they found us tied up to an empty property in this awful heat. These humans are our heroes, they saved our lives! Anyways, now I'm stuck at the shelter and I really miss being around humans all the time. I'm dreaming of a very nice family that's willing to give me a chance to show them how awesome I am. I'm available for rescue or adoption now!

KGAC #7-2-16-1 - "LOTTI" Shepherd / Pit Bull Terrier / Mixed (short coat) Hi guys, my name is Lotti and I'm a very energetic boy! I love running around, playing, belly rubs and anything else that seems to be a lot of fun. :-) I was failed by my humans so now I'm stuck at the shelter. I would really like to get out of here as soon as possible because I would rather enjoy the nice weather and go swimming with my new humans. I'm available for rescue or adoption now, so please come and visit me. Meeting new humans is so much fun!

KGAC #8-2-16-1 - "CHEVY" Pit Bull Terrier (short coat) Hello, this is Chev Chevy. I'm a very gentle and calm boy. I'm extremely quiet and my favorite thing to do is cuddling. I enjoy playing with toys, laying in your lap and giving kisses. My family loved me very much and I loved them very much but they said it would be better for me to find someone that can give me everything I deserve to have. I really like kids and nothing seems to really bother me. I'm a very good boy and would love to get out of this thing called a shelter as soon as possible. Please visit me and spend some time with me. I promise you will fall in love with me. :-) I'm available for rescue or adoption now!

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PUBLIC HEARING Please take notice that on the 8th day of September, 2016 at 7:00 p.m. at the regular monthly meeting of the Colonial Beach Town Council, at Colonial Beach Town Center in Colonial Beach, 22443, the Council will conduct a public hearing on the following: Ordinance No. 678, Request for a Rezoning, 800 Colonial Avenue: Beach Gate Motel, LLC have applied for a Rezoning for the Beach Gate Inn at 800 Colonial Avenue. The property is currently split zoned. The applicant has applied to rezone parcels 3A2-4-A-(21,22,23,24 and 25) from Residential General (R-2) to Commercial General (C-1).

Ordinance No. 679, Request for a Conditional Use Permit, 800 Colonial Avenue: Beach Gate Motel, LLC have applied for a Conditional Use Permit for the Beach Gate Inn at 800 Colonial Avenue to operate a motel in the Commercial General (C-1) District.

A copy of Ordinance Nos. 678 and 679 are available for review by the public at 315 Douglas Avenue, Colonial Beach, Virginia 22443. Anyone having questions may contact Town Hall at 804-224-7181, Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. All interested persons may attend and express their views. Following the public hearings the Town Council may take action to approve Ordinance Nos. 678 and 679. Any person requiring assistance to participate in the public hearings is requested to contact Town Hall in advance so that appropriate arrangements may be made.

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TRUSTEE’S SALE OF 9481 Inaugural Drive King George, VA 22405 In execution of a Deed of Trust in the original principal amount of $54,339.00, dated January 31, 1990, recorded among the land records of the Circuit Court for King George County on January 31, 1990, in Deed Book 210, at Page 334, the undersigned appointed Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at public auction, at the main entrance of the courthouse for the Circuit Court of King George County, 9483 Kings Highway, King George, VA on September 12, 2016 at 12:00 PM, the property described in said deed of trust, located at the above address and briefly described as: LOT 29, SECTION 1, PRESIDENTIAL VILLAGE TOWNHOMES, as shown on plat of subdivision dated May 30, 1985, and recorded in the Office of the Clerk of the Circuit Court of King George County, Virginia, in Plat Book 12 at Page 61. Said property is conveyed subject to the Covenants, Conditions and Restrictions recorded in said Clerk’s Office in Deed Book 177 at page 634. Tax ID: 23C-1-29.

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-Benjamin Franklin TRUSTEE’S SALE OF 9285 Caledon Road King George, VA 22485 In execution of a Deed of Trust in the original principal amount of $228,000.00, dated November 3, 2006, recorded among the land records of the Circuit Court for King George County on November 21, 2006, as Instrument Number 20061121000090600, the undersigned appointed Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at public auction, at the main entrance of the courthouse for the Circuit Court of King George County, 9483 Kings Highway, King George, VA on September 19, 2016 at 11:30 AM, the property described in said deed of trust, located at the above address and briefly described as: PARCEL 34A, CONTAINING 2.0560 ACRES, MORE OR LESS, POTOMAC DISTRICT, AND MORE PARTICULARLY SHOWN AND DESCRIBED ON BOUNDARY LINE ADJUSTMENT PLAT PREPARED BY PAUL F. MCCONNELL, L.S.M WHICH PLAT IS RECORDED IN THE OFFICE OF THE CIRCUIT COURT OF KING GEORGE COUNTY, VIRGINIA, IN PLAT BOOK 15, AT PAGE 172. Tax ID: 15 34.

TERMS OF SALE: ALL CASH. A bidder’s deposit of $11,000.00 or 10% of the sale price, whichever is lower, will be required in cash, certified or cashier’s check. No more than $9,000 cash will be accepted as a deposit. Settlement within fifteen (15) days of sale, otherwise Trustee may forfeit deposit. Additional terms to be announced at sale. This is a communication from a debt collector. This notice is an attempt to collect on a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

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New coach, players in new season for W&L football Richard Leggitt Washington and Lee High School's coaches are not clear on what kind of unit the Westmoreland County high school will field Thursday night when the Eagles varsity football team takes the field against the King George Foxes in King George.

"We have had a winning football tradition here and I am hopeful that will mean something to our players when they get ready to play," said Washington & Lee Athletic Director Malcolm Lewis.

The 2016 Eagles have a new coach, a new quarterback and new players learning a new system, but W&L fans are hoping the team will build on the school's legendary football history when it begins play against King George at 7 p.m. Thursday. W&L upset King George to open the season last year.

"Our players are learning a new

system and new stuff on both sides of the ball," said Josh Wild, W&L's new head coach. "We had a good scrimmage last week against Thomas Jefferson and a lot of things are starting to take shape, but it may not happen quickly."

Wild said the Eagles will run a multifaceted offense this year under the leadership of new senior quarterback Carson Bell, a three-sport W&L star whose brother, Cullen, quarterbacked the team last year. On defense, the Eagles will play a swarming base 4-3.

Wild was chosen this summer over several other candidates to coach the Eagles varsity football team after a lengthy and determined multistate search. The new coach, who just moved to Montross last month, is the former offensive coordinator at Southern Lee High School in Sanford, N.C. This season will be Wild's first head

coaching opportunity. "First and foremost, we wanted a coach who would come here, plant roots here and be here for years. Stability is important in this position," said W&L Athletic Director Malcolm Lewis.

"We were looking for someone with the energy, the ability and the enthusiasm to connect with the 2016 high school football player," Lewis said. "We felt like Josh Wild gave us the best opportunity to build a successful program."

At W&L, Wild succeeded Todd Jones who resigned in June to accept a post as athletic director at Essex High School in Tappahannock. Jones' W&L teams had a record of 15-9 with two playoff appearances.

Wild, who played running back and linebacker in high school while growing up near Auburn , N.Y., also has previously served as an offensive coordinator for Stafford High School in Virginia.

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Washington & Lee High School’s football team will have a new coach and many new players in 2016.

Like Jones, Wild's teams have been known for running the spread offense, but the new head coach said he

hoped his current W&L team would have a balanced offense.

"My goal would be to keep it pretty

even between pass and run," Wild said. "What we do here will depend on the athletes we have."

Drifters look for top spot Drug prevention event set Richard Leggitt

Last season, Colonial Beach Varsity Volleyball Coach Chase Davidson guided his team to double digit wins, the best volleyball season for the Drifters in recent memory. This year, with seven returning seniors, Davidson's girls have their sights set on a championship.

"Our goal in Colonial Beach is to take that top spot and bring the first conference championship banner to the Drifter Dome," said Davidson.

“We knew over the past few seasons that things were getting better, but this year we feel like with the group of girls we bring back that we can upset some teams and be on top."

Boosting Davidson's hopes is the anticipated play of his seniors, including Amber Jones. Kenzie Cox, Michaela Beverly, Courtney Setliff and Alexia Wilson.

"This is by far the most athletic team we've ever had," Davidson said.

"So if we're ever going to contend for a conference championship, this is the year to do it."

Last season was the first time since Colonial Beach joined VHSL that the school's volleyball team posted double digit wins.

"Going from being a perennial 0-20 team to being a legitimate threat in just a few years has been fun and challenging for everyone," Davidson said.

"We are going to have girls that are experienced and competitive this year, all seniors and juniors," Davidson said.

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Colonial Beach Coach Chase Davidson, right, talks with his Drifters varsity volleyball team before a practice this week. Colonial Beach, which is expected to field a very competitive team this year, opens the season Aug. 29 at West Point. that went 20-0 last season, including beating Colonial Beach in the first round of the playoffs.

Colonial Beach opens its volleyball season on Aug. 29 at West Point.

Then they play at Middlesex on Sept.

9 before coming home to take on James Monroe on Sept. 13. The Conference 43 season begins on Sept. 22 at Northumberland High School in Heathsville.

"This will be the first year we have not had any sophomores or freshmen on the varsity. These girls work hard and feel like they have a chance to win every game they play."

Davidson said Conference 43, the Northern Neck District, returns several solid teams this season.

The team to beat is Rappahannock County High School which returns nearly every starter from a team

It’s official – the 2016-2017 school year has started in King George County. ‘Back-to-school’ is always an exciting time, facilitating many new experiences for kids, as well as parents and educators. These can include the transition to middle or high school, new academic goals, extracurricular activities, different social expectations, pressure from peers, and, increasingly, offers to do drug and alcohol. As was reported in February in The Journal Press, drug overdoses are on the rise in King George. A story that is playing out across communities around the country – this is an issue that warrants much attention and our every consideration.

A special Prevention Awareness Night has been scheduled for 5:30 to 8 p.m. Sept. 15, 2016 at King George High School. The evening will focus on the mental and physical health of King George youth and residents.

Child care and food will be provided. The night will include a keynote speaker from the VA Department of Behavioral Health & Developmental Services, a number of information tables and breakout sessions for children and parents. These will include representatives from: the King George County Sheriff’s Office, the Rappahannock Area Office on Youth, the Rappahannock Area Community Services Board, Empower House, the King George Health Department and other community agencies. They will engage families in discussion alongside members of The PACT, a new, one-of-a-kind family focused teen drug prevention program.

One of the hands-on sessions is Hands-Only CPR. With CPR more than doubling a person’s chance of survival in the wake of a collapse, Hands-Only CPR will show individuals the technique of pushing hard and fast in the center of the chest to the tempo of disco classic “Stayin’ Alive.”

Representatives from The PACT will discuss their ‘real world’ prevention tool, ThePACT.com that actively helps teens resist the pressure to do drugs. Designed as an online ‘contract’ between parents and children (with an important support role for schools, places of worship and other institutions), The PACT offers a fourstep Connect + Pledge + Test + Reward process. Program tools involve age-specific conversation guides, role-play videos, and other resources for parents; recurring hair drug testing; and monetary incentives for kids who make positive choices. Recognizing the power of peer pressure, influences from social media and pop culture, difficulties at home and other factors, The PACT gives kids an ‘out’ and a convincing reason to say “no” to drugs, while allowing them to feel like they still fit in.

Says Robin Mitchell, Director of School Counseling at King George High School, “Approaching this critical issue from both sides – family and school – should yield the most positive, healthy behaviors among our teens. In this instance, we want our kids to understand that they can have fun without resorting to drugs.” Adds Diana King, LCSW, a school social worker at King George High School,

“What I like about The PACT is the emphasis on upfront, transparent and ongoing communication. Data shows that having regular conversations with children about the dangers of drugs and alcohol can reduce their chances of use by 42%.” (The Center on Addiction and Substance Abuse, 2015) Having been founded by a New Orleans businessman and entrepreneur who witnessed firsthand the physical, emotional and financial toll of teen drug use through the experience of a close family friend when a teenager himself, followed by the drug overdose of his daughter’s eighth-grade classmate, The PACT is personal. “I didn’t want other families to struggle the way I did,” says Jim Huger. “I’ve been using The PACT with my two daughters since eighth-grade, and they’re now in college – flourishing and drug-free.” “With its entirely novel approach to conquering the ‘epidemic’ of teen drug use, our kids, schools and neighborhoods can prosper,” adds Mitchell.

As a recent national study shows that 47% of middle and high school students report having used illicit drugs (Monitoring the Future, University of Michigan, 2015) – the issue needs to be addressed head on. Says Mitchell, “We encourage families, youth and community advocates, and concerned citizens of King George to come out for this important prevention awareness evening.”

Contact Diana King at dking@kgcs. k12.va.us or 540/775-3535, #3207 or Robin Mitchell at rmitchell@kgcs.k12. va.us or at 540/775-3535, #3206.

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King George YMCA offers classes for area’s active older adults Phyllis Cook

Active older adults have discovered lots of classes and activities at the King George Family YMCA. If you are a member and want to expand your use of the facility, or not a member and thinking about whether the YMCA is for you, you can come by and try out a class or ask for a tour of the facility.

If not a current member of the YMCA, come in and pay a daily rate of $10 to try any class. That fee also gets you the use of the entire facility for the whole day and you can also try out the wellness center.

Or, go online and take a look at what’s available and check the schedule of both ‘land’ and aquatic activities online at the King George Family YMCA’s website and with updates on its Facebook page.

Do a ‘search’ by its name in your web browser, or enter: http://www. family-ymca.org/branches/KingGeorge/KGOverview1.html.

Check out programs, along with membership cost information with the drop-down menus on the header at the top of the page.

For older adults who aren’t sure what’s for them, YMCA Group Fitness Manager LeAnn Hunt provides some ideas for older adults.

All the classes Hunt suggests are open to adults of any age. None are restricted to ‘old’ people.

The YMCA has numerous ‘land’ classes and several ‘aquatic’ classes, whether for fitness, therapy or swim lessons.

The length of classes is generally about an hour, but some are 30 minutes, at various times during the day and the week.

Some classes suggested by Hunt for active older adults on the land

class schedule include T’ai-Chi, Yoga Stretch, Gym Walking, Cardio, Strength & Stretch Nia Technique, Therapeutic Movement, Senior Chair Fun, Keep It Active, Cycle for Everyone and Line Dancing.

If unsure whether it’s something you want to try, ask Hunt or anyone behind the counter at the YMCA for more advice.

Here are a few descriptions of classes listed above.

•Gym Walking is 30 minutes structured to start your morning with variations on walking forms and intervals.

•Senior Chair Fun is 60 minutes of low key cardio, on or off a chair for strength and stretching.

•Keep it Active is 60 minutes of cardio, strength, balance and flexibility for participants to work at their own levels.

Aquatic fitness classes vary in intensity from beginner to advanced, and are designed to improve cardiovascular fitness, muscular conditioning and flexibility.

Hunt has a couple of recommendations of aqua classes for older adults.

“I suggest the Aqua Arthritis class and the Water Aerobics classes for seniors,” she said.

“Also, if the non members pay the daily rate, they have use of the pool, locker rooms, wellness center, all classes and the gymnasium.”

Be sure to check out the Wellness Center both online and at the facility.

“The Wellness Center has treadmills, elliptical, weightlifting machines, free weights, bicycles, and various other equipment for use,” Hunt said. “If you schedule it ahead you can get an orientation to the wellness center.”

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Adults of all ages can take Tai Chi classes at the King George Family YMCA. Y program director LeAnn Hunt recommends the class for seniors.

New Mary Washington Healthcare facility serves seniors Richard Leggitt When Mary Washington Healthcare opened a cancer clinic in Montross, at the Kings Highway location

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"Seniors are the ones who have the hardest time getting to the treatment they need," said Brenda Reamy, the former Montross Town Manager and a long advocate for the return of the cancer center.

"This area has an older population," said Reamy. "And unfortunately the area also has a very high cancer rate." According to Mary Washington Healthcare officials, the reopening of the Montross cancer clinic was made possible because Dr. Walsh donated the facility and all of its property and modern medical equipment to the Fredericksburg-based health care facility.

"Because of his love and compassion for the community, Dr. Walsh wanted the facility to be reopened to serve the people of this area," said Renee Shank, director of radiation and oncology for Mary Washington Healthcare.

With strong community support, the reopened Montross clinic has hired new members, including at least one of the former members of Dr. Walsh's clinic. The doctors staffing the clinic are provided by Radiation and Oncology Specialists of Virginia, which is affiliated with Mary Washington Healthcare.

The clinic's facilities include a 6,000-square foot building located at 15394 Kings Highway in Montross on 5.8 acres of land. Dr. Walsh's do-

nation to Mary Washington Healthcare included all of the facility's medical equipment and an expensive accelerator used to treat seniors and other cancer patients.

"We were so absolutely grateful when the clinic opened and then when it closed it was such a sad situation," said Reamy. "We are delighted that it is back." Reamy said dozens of Westmoreland County citizens facing medical emergencies have unable to get to a health care facility in time to save their lives.

Rescue squads in the area often fly seniors and other patients they believe to be seriously ill to hospitals in Fredericksburg and Richmond, but the cost of the flights is prohibitive, often running to tens of thousands of dollars.

"We had 7,000 citizens who signed petitions to encourage Dr. Walsh to open the cancer center in the first place," Reamy said.

Walsh, the former director of the Cancer Center of Virginia in Spotsylvania, responded to the petitions and opened the Mid-Rivers Cancer Center in 2005 and it was a very productive facility. Unfortunately, Walsh, who lives in Fredericksburg, slipped and fell two years ago and suffered serious injuries that curtailed his ability to practice. He closed the cancer center in 2014.

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‘No Wrong Door’ ensures seniors easy access to services No Wrong Door is a virtual single point of entry for accessing public and private health and human supports for older adults and adults with disabilities in Virginia. No Wrong Door is both the philosophy that drives the initiative and the name that Virginia has given to the Federal initiative called Aging and Disability Resource Connections (ADRC). At times the terms are used interchangeably, but most often, when No Wrong Door is used, it is referencing Virginia’s initiative and when ADRC is used, it is referencing the Federal perspective.

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Obituaries Donald O. McKenney Jr.

Donald O. McKenney Jr., 47, of Colonial Beach passed away August 16, 2016 surrounded by family. He is survived by his beloved wife Kellie McKenney; parents Donald Sr. and Shirley McKenney; sister Sheri Dillard (Chris); niece Lindsey Dillard, nephew Brennan Dillard; and many other nieces and nephews and great nieces and nephews. Services are private and are being handled by Storke Funeral Home, Nash and Slaw Chapel in King George. In lieu of flowers, the family requests contributions be made to http://stopcrueltynow.org/ stopcrueltynow.org, PETA, or your local Humane Society. Condolences may be left at http://storkefuneralhome.com/ storkefuneralhome.com.

Tammy Redford

The Heavens have gained another Angel. On the morning of Aug. 15, 2016, Tammy Redford, of King George, was called home to join her mother in heaven. Born May 10, 1968, she proved to be a loving and kind-hearted person, which contributed to her success in being an exceptional caretaker for many years.

Her passion for helping others was exhibited the most through her interactions with her children. There was nothing in this world more important to Tammy than her three children and two grand-babies. She is loved and survived by her four sisters (Tina, Bridget, Deanna and Lisa), one brother (Robert), three children (April, Heather, and Eric) and two grand-babies (Aubrey and Skylar). She has left an abundance of wonderful memories with family and friends. Tammy will be forever missed, but never forgotten.

Anthony E. Gerald

Anthony E. Gerald, affectionately known as “Tony” was born on June 4, 1950 to the late Verona Small Gerald and Charles Gerald in Canal

ADRC partners within each community contribute their unique expertise, collaborate and share client-level data, with consent, through a secure system in order to streamline access to supports and maximize efficiencies. This approach is positioning Virginia to support an increasing population of older adults and individuals with disabilities in the environment of their choice.

Virginia has implemented a unique publicprivate partnership approach to eliminating walls between service populations, improving efficiencies and addressing long-term support according to each individual’s unique situation.

No Wrong Door/ADRC is designed to help older adults, caregivers, adults with disabilities, veterans and their families find the supports that will benefit them no matter where they start the

Zone - Panama. Tony entered into eternal rest on Thursday, August 11, 2016.

Tony accepted Christ and joined St. Stephens Baptist Church where he was baptized by Bishop Anthony Jones.

After graduating from Paraiso High School in Canal Zone- Panama, Tony joined the U.S. Navy in April 1975. During his service in the Navy he received numerous medals, badges, citations and campaign ribbons to include The Navy Achievement Medal, Meritorious Unit Commendation, Fifth Good Conduct Medal, National Defense Service Medal, Southwest Asia Service Medal, Sea Service Deployment Ribbon and the Coast Guard Special Operations Service Ribbon. Tony retired from the U.S. Navy as a Senior Chief Fire Controlman with 22 years of service.

Following his retirement Tony was employed by BAE, General Dynamics (formerly Anteon) and SCCI. Tony leaves to cherish his memory, his devoted wife of 25 years, Audrey Gerald of King George; his son, Anthony J. (TJ) Gerald of King George, three daughters, Angelica Gerald of King George, Kim Kelly of Riverview, FL and Jessica Davis (Cedric) of Davie, FL; Godchildren, Xavier Opare-Kemi of Fredericksburg, VA; Adrienne Shelton of King George, Tre’jour Coles of Spotsylvania, VA; eight grandchildren, Jordan, Kendall, Mikayla and Monica Kelly of Riverview, FL; Alexis, Ian and Melina Davis of Davie, FL and Amari Gerald of King George; father and mother-in-law, Randolph and Doris Veney of King George; two sisters, Sonya Gerald of Panama and Mary Cordero of Woodbridge, VA; one brother, Charles of NC; sistersin-law, Debbra Ford, Cynthia Johnson and Kimberly Parker (Jimmy) of King George; Valerie Johnson of Ashburn, VA; Wanda Parson (Craig)

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Area Agencies on Aging coordinate No Wrong Door/ADRC with community partners and the assistance of Advisory Councils. Currently, twenty-three of Virginia’s twenty-five planning districts are joining with local partners to form No Wrong Door/ADRC communities.

Implementation of the No Wrong Door Initiative among the Area Agency on Aging regions varies according to collaboration with other local public agencies, and program funding received by local private and public sources. Additionally, the number of local agencies using all or part of the web-based software will also vary in each locality. The ability to share information allows agencies to provide the individuals they serve with efficient and effective access to sup-

of Colonial Beach, VA and Betty Montague of Waldorf, MD; brother-in-law, James Ford, Jr (Stacey) of Spotsylvania, VA; God sister, Shantell Rene (Jonathan) of Dewitt, MI; a very special friend, Thomas Whiting of King George, and a host of other aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

Preceding him in death was his parents and brothers, Harvey, Lewis and Randy.

Viewing was Aug. 17, 2016, at A.L. Bennett and Son Funeral Home, Fredericksburg.

Funeral services were held Aug. 17, 2016, at Fletcher Bennett-Davis Chapel, A.L. Bennett and Son Funeral Home, Fredericksburg.

Interment was 11 a.m. Aug. 22, 2016, at Quantico National Cemetery, Triangle.

Louise Bradshaw Childress

Louise Bradshaw Childress completed her earthly journey Monday, August 14, at Greenfield of Spotsylvania, she was 96.

Born May 7, 1920 to William Vernon and Carrie Smith Bradshaw in Spotsylvania Co., Louise grew up in Gold Dale, Orange Co. and spent her adult life in Spotsylvania County.

Survivors include her son, William V. Childress and his wife Carolyn of King George Co.; grandsons, Ryan Childress (Melina) and Benjamin/ Childress (Elizabeth); great grandchildren, Aadan McCoy and Rowan B. Childress; brothers, Warren S. and Kenneth B. Bradshaw; and sister, Frances Lamb.

Mrs. Childress was preceded in death by her husband of 60 years, James W. Childress; daughter, Judith L. Childress; grandchildren, Jennifer L. and Wesley B. Childress; four brothers; and three sisters.

A service was held Aug. 18 at Covenant Funeral Service Fredericksburg Chapel. Interment followed in Sunset Memorial Gardens.

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The benefits of No Wrong Door are many.

The most exciting benefit is that public agencies and participating private providers are able to share client information in a confidential and secure manner through a web-based software system.

This system includes an information and referral tool that is integrated with a comprehensive provider database, a comprehensive client assessment, and case management tool. No Wrong Door/ADRC uses Communication, Referral, Information and Assistance to help coordinate supports between human service entities and providers so that people are empowered to stay in their homes and communities and avoid institutions.

Individuals receiving services through No

Mazie Lee Conner

Mazie Lee Conner, 80, of King George County, passed away Saturday, Aug. 13, 2016, at her home.

Mrs. Conner was a member of Mt. Ararat Church. She was a loving mother and grandmother.

Survivors include her son, Franklin P. Conner Jr (Kimberly) of King George; daughter Susan R. Williamson (Tony) of Henderson, NV; four grandchildren, Ashley, Ryan, Kaitlyn and Kyle; two great grandchildren, Addison and Emily; brother Billy R. Rickman of Vernon Hill; sisters Jewell Giles of Halifax and Carol Boone of Forest; and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband, Franklin P. Conner, Sr.; granddaughter Meghan Brown and brothers, Kenneth L. and Bobby Rickman; The family received friends Aug. 18, at Covenant Funeral Service, Stafford.

A graveside service was held Aug. 18, in Quantico National Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorial may be made to St Jude Children’s Research Hospital 501 St Jude Place Memphis, TN 38105.

Daniel Joseph Matthews

Daniel Joseph Matthews, 64, of Spotsylvania County, passed away Aug. 12, 2016, at Mary Washington Hospital surrounded by his family.

He was born March, 25, 1952, in Baltimore, Md. He was raised in the Pigtown community of Baltimore and graduated from Mount St. Joseph’s High School. Mr. Matthews was an avid Baltimore Ravens and Orioles fan.

Mr. Matthews was retired from CGI in Quantico, where he provided technical support to the FBI. He was a member of Calvary Chapel of Fredericksburg.

Survivors include his wife, Laviolette “Polly” Matthews; son Vaughn Scott Matthews (Breanna Spradlin) of Fredericksburg; daughter Christy Litz (Bill) of Westminster, MD; grandchildren Emilee, William and Sarah Litz all of Westminster, MD; sister Kathleen Birmingham (Larkin) of Baltimore, MD; and niece Suzanne Harrison (Gene) of Baltimore.

He was preceded in death by his parents Vaughn and Jeanette A. Matthews.

The family received friends Aug. 18, 2016, at Calvary Chapel Fredericksburg.

A service was held Aug. 19, 2016, at 11 a.m. at Calvary Chapel. Interment was in Confederate Cemetery,

Wrong Door/ADRC participating agencies will only have to tell their story once and their information can then be sent to other agencies electronically with the individual’s permission.

Because the providers use the same system, individuals will receive consistent information about services and support options no matter where they enter the system within that network. In addition, No Wrong Door/ADRC has given the public immediate access to information about support services for older adults and individuals with disabilities through Virginia Easy Access (easyaccess.virginia.gov), a web portal that provides helpful information about services and supports that are available across the Commonwealth for older adults and others.

Go to http://vda.virginia.gov/pdfdocs/ NWD-FAQ.pdf for more information.

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In lieu of flowers donations can be made to Faithful Footsteps c/o Calvary Chapel 3625 Latimers Knoll Court, Fredericksburg, VA 22408; Fredericksburg Food Bank, P.O. Box 1006 Fredericksburg, VA 22402; or Thurman Brisban Shelter 471 Central Road, Fredericksburg, VA 22401.

James Edward “Scooter” Byrd

James Edward “Scooter” Byrd, 24, of St. Stephens Church departed this life suddenly on Aug. 16, 2016, at his residence. The viewing was held on Aug. 26 at Washington Funeral Home. The funeral service was held on Aug. 27 in the Essex High School auditorium. The interment was in First Mt. Olive Baptist church cemetery.

Shirley Temple Fauntleroy

Shirley Temple Fauntleroy, 76, of Tappahannock departed this life on Sunday, Aug. 14, 2016, at her residence.

She is survived by her husband, Leslie Fauntleroy; one daughter, Kathie Eaton of Tappahannock; a foster daughter, Nadine Hammond of Caret; two sons, Terry Fauntleroy of Charlotte Hall, Md., and Spurgeon “Hank” Fauntleroy of Mechanicsville. A memorial service was held Aug. 19 at New Liberty Baptist Church, Rev. Dr. Willie T. Carter, Pastor. Online condolences may be made at washingtonfh.com. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Washington Funeral Home, Tappahannock.

Shaelynn Rae Etka

Shaelynn Rae Etka, 3, of King George County passed away Aug. 13, 2016.

She was the precious daughter of Dawn Etka of King George and Chad Etka of Stafford County. She is also survived by her brothers, Richard Rogers Jr and Alexander Etka; her sisters, Summer Rogers, Savanna Rogers and Sophia Etka; her grandparents; and numerous other family and friends.

A celebration of her life was held Aug. 18, at Tabernacle Baptist Church, King George, followed by burial in Historyland Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to assist the family with Storke Funeral Home, 11089 James Madison Parkway, King George, VA 22485.

Condolences may be left for the family at storkefuneralhome.com.

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Aaron “AJ” Boden

Aaron “AJ” Boden, 30, of King George County passed away Saturday, Aug. 13, 2016, at Mary Washington Hospital. Born in Prince William, he was a carpenter with F&M Home Improvements.

Survivors include his mother, Kathleen "Kip" Boden; his sister, Tina Barnett; his brother, David Erickson; his niece, Alexis Collins; his nephew, Quinton Barnett; his girlfriend, Robbi Boswell and his best friend, Michael Hart. He was preceded in death by a brother, Kurt Barnett.

A funeral service was held Saturday, Aug. 20, in Zion Church of Fredericksburg. Online condolences may be left for the family at www. storkefuneralhome.com.

Ernest Gallahan

Ernest Gallahan, 92, left this earth to be with his beloved wife on Friday, Aug. 12, 2016, at Hughes Home, Fredericksburg.

He was born in 1924 at the family home in Garrisonville, to Rosser and Maggie Gallahan. He was raised at the home by his Uncle Donnie and lived there until he was 90.

Ernest served in the Marine Corps and was an avid outdoorsman. He loved to go hunting and was an expert marksman. The family always joked that he could shoot the eye out of a gnat! He also loved to speed through the woods on his ATV. He was an accomplished musician, self taught on the guitar, banjo, harmonica and the mouth harp. As a young man, he played with fellow musicians at a local radio station.

Ernest is survived by his three daughters, Janet Hilton (Wes), Linda Durrance (Terry) both of Garrisonville, and Kathy Hall of Arvada, Colo.; three grandchildren, Laurie Durrance (Kevin Saunders) of Fredericksburg, Donnie Durrance (Shayna) of Portsmouth, and Amy Martin of Quantico; four stepgrandchildren, Kellie Hall and Chad Hall of Colorado, and Natalie Rand (Kenny) and Dwayne Hilton of King George County; two great-grandchildren, Lauryn and Logan Durrance of Portsmouth; and numerous nieces and nephews.

He was predeceased by his beloved wife of 54 years, Edith; his parents, Rosser and Maggie; his beloved Uncle Donnie; sisters Mamie and Lena; and brothers Airy and Chester.

A service was held Aug. 19, at Mullins and Thompson, Stafford Chapel with burial in Ebenezer Church cemetery on Onville Road, Garrisonville. Condolences may take the form of a donation to a Local Alzheimer’s chapter.The family would like to extend a special thank you to the staff of Hughes Home and MWH Hospice for their loving care of our Papa. “Daddy, we hope you are now with our beloved Nanny and that you both are young, healthy and happy. Until we meet again, we are loving and missing you. Your Girls and the Family” Condolences may be sent at mullinsthompsonstafford.com.

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Paulette Sullivan Kukrak, 62, of King George County passed away Thursday, Aug. 11, 2016, at Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital.

Ms. Kukrak retired last year from Quantico after 42 years of service.

She loved spending time with her family at the Outer Banks. She leaves to cherish her memory a daughter, Darlene Kukrak (Will); mother Louise Cornett (Bill); father Lewis Sullivan Sr. (Brenda); two siblings, Valerie Galyen (Junior) and Lewis “Pete” Sullivan Jr.; two grandchildren, Trenton and Cameron Solt; and a host of other relatives and friends.

A celebration of her life will be held at 2 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 28, at the Hopyard Farm Clubhouse, 5888 Coakley Drive, King George, VA 22485.