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KG Service Authority ended year with sizeable surplus Phyllis Cook Staff Reporter The King George Service Authority’s most recent financial report last month indicated it would end the year with a sizeable surplus, estimated at $172,998. Those year-end figures for 2013-14 will be finalized following an annual audit to be performed this fall and released later this calendar year. The budget surplus noted was largely due to more water and sewer connections for new service than had been anticipated and budgeted, in addition to a vacant position carried on the books.

51 new service connections had been estimated with 62 new connections actually coming in. Eleven connections may not seem like a big difference, but that’s because the King George Service Authority is a very small-scale enterprise as utilities go. That means five or ten connections either above or below estimates can make a big difference in cash flows.

STATISTICS The Service Authority had a total budget of $4,270,671 for 2013-14. The enterprise is described in the statistical section of the most recently-completed annual audit from the previous fiscal year, completed late last

KG a step closer to getting rebar business in Industrial Park Rezoning for land intended for HGAC recommended for approval by Planning Commission Phyllis Cook Staff Reporter King George may be another step closer to a potential announcement in the next few weeks of the proposed relocation by HGAC, LLC, to the county-owned industrial park. Since unanimous approval on May 6 of a resolution and a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with the company, the county has continued to take a series of actions to meet its commitments. The latest was last week’s action by the Planning Commission on July 8 to forward a recommendation for approval of a rezoning request for property adjacent to the King George Industrial Park, after holding a public hearing. The current landowner is Frank

calendar year. It notes that as of last June 30, 2013, the there were 3,896 water customers, and fewer than half of those with water-only service. The 2012-13 audit also indicated 2,092 sewer customers, only a few sewer-only customers. The Service Authority owns and operates 12 water systems and five wastewater systems and associated water storage facilities, pumping stations, transmission mains and interceptor sewers in specific areas of the county. It does not benefit from the economies of scale advantages provided to larger systems. It was formed in 1992 when the county’s separate sanitary systems were united. At

the same time, private water systems were purchased to meet the demands of state regulations on localities for Virginia’s evolving standards required for community water systems.

ACTUAL CONNECTIONS Chris Thomas, General Manager, recently provided the following information regarding actual connections for the last fiscal year that ended on June 30, with Thomas providing a breakdown of the 62 new service connections. As of June 30, 2014, the Service Authority received the following connections. 50 full service (water & sewer) residential

See New business, page 6

BUDGETED CONNECTIONS The 62 connections were somewhat higher than the number conservatively estimated and budgeted for 2013-14, with 51 new service connections estimated. The estimate included 35 full service (waSee Surplus, page 6

KG division hoping for a 2nd $100K school grant

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B. Taylor Limited Family Partnership, LLP. The property, identified as Tax Map 21, Parcel 49A, contains 43.28 acres. The request is to rezone the land from Limited Agricultural (A-1) to Industrial (I). (See below for rezoning request details.) HGAC wasn’t mentioned in the staff report because final paperwork with that company is still in process. It was stated the county wanted the rezoning to buy the property and intends to resell about 30 acres of it for an industrial use with the remainder being held by the county or transferred to the Industrial Development Authority. Beginning in 2007, the county has several times renewed an option agreement with the Taylor family partnership to purchase 343 acres in the Sealston area of the county for about $10 million. The land is located on the north side of Route 3 (Kings Highway) at the intersection of Route 605 (Bloomsbury Road) contiguous to the King George Industrial Park. The property subject to the current rezoning action is part of the land owned by the Taylor family partnership.

connections. 5 water-only residential. 1 sewer-only residential connection. 2 water-only commercial connections. 2 sewer-only commercial connections. 2 water-and sewer commercial connections.

Funding would go for school security equipment for Sealston and King George Elementary Phyllis Cook Superintendent Rob Benson announced this week at the July 14 School Board meeting that the King George school division is applying for another $100,000 school security equipment grant this summer. At Monday’s meeting, Benson told the School Board, “I have the application ready to go and to submit for Sealston and King George Elementary.” If the King George school division is awarded a grant this year, it will be used for the purchase and installation of a card swipe system that records door access with an alert system that can be monitored in the school office when a door is ajar. Last year was the first year the state made the grant available, with the school division applying for and receiving a grant award in the maximum award amount of $100,000 to purchase and install those same ac-

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Riley Powell of King George Middle School enjoyed four days of fundamental volleyball skill training at the annual King George Parks & Recreation sponsored Youth Volleyball Camp. Proper use of hands, footwork, passing, hitting, defense, and serving techniques were emphasized at the camp. See story, page 8.

cess control systems at Potomac Elementary and King George Middle schools. The high school had a similar system installed when it was built a few years ago. A local match of 25 percent of the grant amount is required. That means that if the division receives notification of a grant award, the School Board would be required to take action to accept the grant and to designate a source of funding for the $25,000 required match. Benson told The Journal he thought he could probably find the money in the 2014-15 budget adding he wouldn’t want the division to miss out on the opportunity. Last year the Virginia Department of Education (VDOE) awarded the school security grants of varying amounts up to the maximum of $100,000 to 459 Virginia schools and regional education programs. The grant application is due to the state by Aug. 1, with grant awards expected to be announced on Sept. 1. Grant award notifications will be sent each year to school divisions by early September, informing the school division of the total grant award approved for each eligible school for which it applied. Grant funding will be disbursed on a reimbursement basis.

Ralph Bunche advisory committee update Phyllis Cook

Lori Deem

Shown left to right: Gale Marshall, KG Chamber of Commerce, Anthony Scaramozzi, Chair KG Planning Commission, boutique owners Emanuel & Pleshette Ash, Joe Grzeika, Chairman KG Board of Supervisors, Linwood Thomas, KG Econ. Dev. Director and Melissa Kowall, PCB.

Ribbon Cutting Lady Ash Boutique

If you missed the news last week, pictured above is the first ribbon cutting for the Lady Ash Boutique, located at 17084 Dahlgren Road, KG VA 22485 (Shopping center across Potomac Drive from PES ) Per Ms. Ash, “We are a True-Customized-Ladies’ Boutique, unique in design and appearance showcased to offer you “Fine Apparel

for All Occasions”. From Designer Handbags and Signature Garments for the Discerning Career Woman, to Custom-Minded-Vintage Pieces for the more trendy woman OnThe-Go, Lady Ash Boutique of Dahlgren, Virginia, located in King George County highlights the Royal Components of the Lady in You.” Also in attendance for the ribbon

cutting ceremony were Savannah Carabin, 2014 KGHS grad, intern for Mr. Thomas, and representatives from Community Bank of the Chesapeake, NSWC FCU and Peoples Community Bank. Ruby Brabo, Dahlgren District Supervisor arrived late and participated in a second ribbon cutting. —Lori Deem

The Ralph Bunche Advisory Committee held a meeting last week on July 7, the week following a report from committee chairperson Nadine Lucas to the King George Board of Supervisors. The monthly meeting included a report from invited guest, Rob Gates, who as a board member of the Dahlgren Heritage Museum discussed the experiences of raising money and getting that museum off the ground. The Ralph Bunche committee is interested in coming up with a detailed business plan that it said it hopes to provide as a ‘next step’ when it gave its last report to supervisors a year ago in June 2013. Lucas had little to report to supervisors when she asked to be on the June 24 agenda, except for the news that she has requested that Ralph Bunche be considered to be taken on as a semester project by a historic preservation professor at the University of Mary Washington. It is thought that could result in development of an exhibition display board to be used to market the future Ralph Bunche project. Supervisors gave her an informal

go-ahead, with Chairman Joe Grzeika saying the board could react to it, if the project is selected and address any costs at that time. WORK SESSION? Lucas also provided a request that the board schedule a work session to meet with the committee. Lucas began her update by providing a recap of last year’s report, with a handout that stated the ‘next steps’ agreed to at last year’s committee update. Lucas said she wanted a work session to discuss getting from the Board of Supervisors some type of memorandum of understanding that would give the committee and/ or the Ralph Bunche Alumni Association the ability to actually apply for grants and make decisions about the building. Grzeika told Lucas there would not be a work session until the board received the reports she had promised a year ago on behalf of the committee, which included a business plan. Supervisor Cedell Brooks said, “So that’s the major next step.” Grzeika responded, “And we’ll see if we all agree, if we’re on the same page, absolutely. But until we have that, we’re just talking in circles.”

Grzeika also said, “I remind you that this committee, Ms. Lucas’s committee, recommended to us this process and said they would need to come back with a business plan. And we agreed. Now, I’m waiting for the business plan. And I think it’s enlightened them as they’ve been working and now they have discovered a strategic plan would also be good and which I don’t disagree with.” He added, “We need to have those documents and that plan in front of us so we can have a legitimate, intelligent discussion on what their vision is and where they’re going.” Grzeika reminded Lucas, “But just so everybody understands - This committee was stood up at your request and what the committee was to do was at your request. So the board is waiting for that fulfillment of your request.” 2013 NEXT STEPS In addition to developing a deSee RB updatE, page 6

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Squirrel Nutkin hangs on Almost everyone has read or heard of Beatrix Potter’s famous character Peter Rabbit. The tales of his adventures, first published in 1903, are delightful to read and the illustrations are timeless. But in addition to Peter, the occasionally hapless lead character in these tales, there were a long list of other animal charDavid S. Kerr acters. One of my favorites, because I am so fond of squirrels, was Squirrel Nutkin. Squirrel Nutkin is an English red squirrel and in recent years, this quiet, rather shy creature, has had some tough times. Indeed, this uniquely English animal is facing near extinction on his own British Isles. The culprit, alas, has been our own beloved American Gray Squirrel. The kind we have here in the Northern Neck.

But much like the British in World War II, the red squirrel has hung on despite the odds, and his survival, though not assured, finally has a note of promise. I first wrote about the fate of the British Red Squirrel in 2009. It was a nice article, but I wasn’t ready for the flood of comments. Several people took offense to my blaming the more aggressive American Gray Squirrel for Squirrel Nutkin’s fate, and one writer, from Scotland, who reads this paper on-line, offered a learned explanation on the nature of invasive species. Alas, as much as it was hard to accept at first, it was my beloved American gray, a native here in Virginia, who was the invader. The whole, long, sad story of Squirrel Nutkin’s retreat began in 1890 when an English Nobleman brought a few gray squirrels home from America. They were pets and he showed them off, but after a while, he decided to release them. At which point, they went forth and multiplied. The turnabout was, by biological standards, amazingly fast.

In 1900, there were probably three to five million red squirrels in England and Scotland. They are a shy creature, relatively small, and very attractive. The British loved them, but these cute little creatures weren’t ready, and alas couldn’t compete with the gray squirrels which are larger and more aggressive. That, of course, wouldn’t necessarily have spelled Squirrel Nutkin’s demise. There is probably plenty for all the squirrels to eat in the English countryside. The problem was that the gray squirrel carried the parapoxvirus, a disease to which it was immune, but the red squirrel was not. During the past fifty years the red squirrel has become a thing of the past in southern England, a rarity in northern England, and only hanging on, in Scotland. To help the poor little fellow the Scot’s have established a series of red squirrel refuges. Still, their numbers, once in the millions, are now just a few hundred thousand. But, sometimes, Mother Nature, often unforgiving, unexpectedly provides the underdog with an edge. The Red

Squirrel, after generations of die offs and gradual retreat, seems to be developing a resistance to the virus carried by the American gray squirrel. This is a recent thing. According to the British forest service and various naturalist organizations, there is evidence that the English red squirrel might not be doomed after all. Enough red squirrels have gotten the virus and survived that some of their offspring have a resistance to it. If they can develop a population wide defense against the virus then a modest comeback is possible. That’s still a big “if,” but it offers much more hope for their future than they had just a few years ago. Invasive species, as you can see, are nothing new, but in Squirrel Nutkin’s case, this lovely symbol of England, may, thanks to a little help from Mother Nature, be able to hang on after all. I suspect Beatrix Potter, and all of her animal friends, from Peter Rabbit himself to Jemima Puddle-Duck, would have liked that. Reach David Kerr at kerr@journalpress.com

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Virginia Dept. of Historic Resources Seeks Public Feedback on Preservation Issues & Priorities

To the Editor, Please accept the following letter for publication: Thank you to the community for the tremendous support given to the 21st Biennial King George Art Show 2014. Many dedicated members of the King George Art Guild and King George Woman’s Club came together with other volunteers to provide artists and area residents with a quality art show offering awards and sales. The show would not be possible without the generous help of volunteers from the King George and Fredericksburg area. The continued support and cooperation of the King George Public Schools is greatly appreciated, with a special thanks to the administration and staff at King George Middle School. Thank you to the many artists, patrons, and volunteers who contributed to our success. A special thanks to Purchase Award Sponsors who supported our artists. Congratulations to the artists who received awards and to those whose works were purchased by patrons. Carrol Morgan Chairperson, KG Art Show King George Art Guild

The Virginia Dept. of Historic Resources is asking citizens to complete an online survey to help it identify major issues facing communities as they use and preserve their historic assets and also to help identify preservation priorities to guide Virginia’s preservation community. “Public input is vital to develop a meaningful statewide historic preservation plan for Virginia,” said Julie Langan, director of the Department of Historic Resources (DHR). “If you care about preservation and your community’s historic assets, the estimated 15 minutes it takes to complete the survey will be time well spent,” she added. The feedback from the online survey will assist the agency and its preservation partners as they develop broad goals and objectives for Virginia during the next 10 years. Specifically, DHR is asking — · What are the major issues facing the preservation community and the use of historic resources over the next decade? · What values and vision should shape Virginia’s formal preservation goals? · How should Virginia’s preservation community — including DHR and a wide range of public and private partners — address these issues in order to preserve and care for Virginia’s historic resources during the next decade? The survey can be accessed at the following link: http://survey.constantcontact.com/survey/a07e97lruhjhua54md2/start. The survey itself is anonymous, although it offers the option for participants to provide DHR contact information so that the agency may

Dear Editor: What a hoot! For those of us that attend those town council meetings not only to participate in a civic function, but for entertainment, we were treated to a new group. In what was an impressive introduction, the newly minted Colonial Beach Concern Citizens tour de force at the July Town Council meeting was interesting with well thought out presentations concerning some of our spending priorities. Most of those spending priorities appeared to revolve around road funding and consolidation of our Police Department and our school system with Westmoreland County. Presented with only a minimum of bomb throwing comments from a very select few, which may or may not be associated with their moment. Calls for a cost/benefit analysis seem reasonable. However, our new group did not identify whom should conduct such studies, if we should use an independent third party, how these third party consultants would be selected, who would be the selecting body or how to pay for the effort? Perhaps something they should consider and forward some recommendations at our next meeting. Additionally, such studies may finally resolve the nagging question of just how much saving can be realized by eliminating one school superintendent and one school board? Perhaps a hundred thousand in an organization with a budget in the millions. Saving for the Police Department would appear even less. One Chief of Police. All the other cost that are associated with people, the equipment they use and buildings they occupy will still be there regardless who writes the check. Which raises the question, are those saving are worth the loss of control of where and how those funds are spent? Putting at risk over a hundred very well paying, jobs that help sustain us dur-

ing the off season and millions that are spent in our Town, could be diverted elsewhere. Equally impressive, in a display of how it is supposed to work, our council response to this new group of recently involved citizens was respectful and balance. With individual members taking the lead in addressing points raised during the Citizens Input segment, with Mr. Seeber’s observation, our been there seen that a hundred times before guy, that it takes a little more participation than showing up at a meeting or two and they should have a member at all meetings so as to begin to grasp the broader picture such as: The last time consolidation of the Police Department was on the agenda (a 10:00 AM meeting) the building was full of people opposed and consideration was tabled very quickly. On the whole, it was great to see so many new faces and our town will benefit from their growing involvement. While it is always important to be looking at our cost, our long term solutions rest on the other side of the ledger, and our new group offered no solutions towards that end. We can consolidate ourselves into oblivion, but those moves will not change the simple fact that our town is three square miles, half of it is town owned and that is not sustainable. Charles Green Colonial Beach Clarification: In a recent Journal article on the 5k Race in Colonial Beach in support of the Colonial Beach Blues Festival, the headline was misleading. Saying the race “sustains” the Festival was very misleading. A better way to word the efforts would be “supports” the Festival. An email received from the Festival organizers pointed out the amount of dollars donated from the race to the Festival for this year. And also explained the amount cannot sustain the cost of the Festival. Any and all support for the Festival is appreciated. No matter the amount. Reach Lori Deem at lori@journalpress.com

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keep citizens informed as the planning process moves forward. The department also plans to enhance the survey with public meetings to discuss various preservation matters in Virginia at venues around the state later this year. Every six years, DHRdevelops or revises a statewide Virginia Comprehensive Historic Preservation Plan. This plan drives the actions of the department in regard to preservation goals in Virginia, and also aims to reflect and inspire the work of a range of preservation partners — from owners of historic properties to local governments and public agencies making land use decisions, and from developers rehabilitating historic infrastructure to the battlefields and historic house museums where Virginia’s (and the nation’s) richly diverse history is interpreted in the places where it occurred. Historic preservation has always been important to Virginians. Today preservation in Virginia is also a significant contributor to the state’s economic vitality. An economic impact study released by VA Commonwealth University and Preservation Virginia earlier this year found that the benefits of bringing old buildings back to life ripples across the economy and through local communities to contribute an estimated $3.9 billion to the state’s economic health, with rehabilitation expenses and their domino effect creating more than 31,000 full- and part-time jobs during a 17-year period and generated an estimated $133 million in state and local tax revenues. Heritage tourism is also a significant contributor to the state’s $21.2 billion tourism industry.

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On the trail.....

Accessible picnic area on the DRHT was dedicated Jim Lynch

One of the most rewarding aspects of being part of the Dahlgren Railroad Heritage Trail is sponsoring Boy Scouts in their Eagle Scout projects. These projects have added immeasurably to the trail and its benefit to the community. The latest Scout to support the trail is Ed Perkins of Troop 218, White Oak. Ed’s project was to construct a wheelchair-accessible picnic area at the Bloomsbury Road trailhead. An Eagle project is quite involved. The scout must research projects and project sponsors, select a suitable one, prepare a plan, raise funds, secure volunteers to assist, oversee the work, turn it over to the sponsoring entity, and prepare a final report detailing what was done. Finally, a ceremony to dedicate the project and turn it over to the sponsor involves the whole troop and brings everything to a conclusion. Ed developed concepts for two projects for more detailed evaluation. He approached the Friends of the DRHT in March and described the project he envisioned for the trail. The Friends’ were enthusiastic and offered to help in any way they could. The project that Ed proposed was to build a new picnic area that would have the added benefit of being accessible for whee-chair us-

ers. The picnic area would have two tables and a charcoal grill. After further discussion and research, Ed selected this for his Eagle project. Ed and several members of the Friends surveyed the site and selected the specific location. Ed asked several local businesses to assist and is proud that they were so eager to pitch in. Donnelly Concrete of Fredericksburg donated the concrete pad. Several attendees at the dedication noted that this was a nice touch. The pad is located so that wheelchair users will have their chairs on the firm surface of the pad with an incline leading the few inches up from ground level. Ed designed the tables, and the troop assembled them at Rankin’s Hardware at the Circle at the corner of Rts. 301 and 205. Rankin’s also stored them for a few weeks until the pad was ready. Heartland Signs provided the special handicapped parking signs and posts, as well as the dedication plaque. The Friends of the DRHT donated a load of stone dust. Additionally, several members of Marine Helicopter Squadron One (HMX-1) at Quantico came down and spent a Saturday working with the troop to install the landscape timbers and mulch base for the tables. As generous as the donors were, there were still some expenses; Ed raised the needed funds by making

and selling Survival Bracelets. These are woven from exceptionally tough parachute cord in a wide variety of colors and provide a ready length of cord for emergency situations. The dedication ceremony on Saturday, June 14, was itself a fun event on a sunny day. First, the early-arrivers took off on a short (3-mile) fun run on the Trail. The group included King George’s own Alice Pallotti, who does most of her training on the Trail and has qualified for next year’s Boston Marathon. At the formal start of the ceremony, Ed introduced the color guard, led by Scout Braden Clayberg. The color guard presented the colors and led the attendees in the Pledge of Allegiance, followed by a recital of the Scout Oath and the Scout Law. The day also being Flag Day gave the ceremony an extra measure of “specialness”. Ed then gave an excellent and complete synopsis of the project, thanking all those who had helped him. Warren Veazey, speaking for the Friends of the DRHT, thanked all those who had worked so hard on the project and formally accepted the new picnic facility. Warren expressed his confidence that the citizens of King George and the region would put it to good use. Ed and Warren then signed the acceptance document, and Ed concluded the formalities. Troop 218 then served

hot dogs, chips and drinks to the attendees. The franks, appropriately, had been cooked on the new grill. The honor of being the first to inaugurate the new picnic tables fell to Constantin Langa. Constantin, confined to a wheelchair while he is battling a serious illness, has long been an avid supporter of the Trail; he and his family often attend Trail events. Constantin is married to Nicole Van Alstine Langa, a King George native. Their son, Traian, was also with them to take part in the festivities. Don Kirkpatrick, a member of the RF&P Chapter of the National Railroad Historical Society, brought his antique railroad hand-car. Everyone, including Gidget, Adam and Susan Broad’s pet dog, enjoyed riding the car and learning how to man the pump mechanism. It’s good exercise propelling the car and riding up and down the half-mile of track that remains. Troop 218 is sponsored by the White Oak Fire Department in Stafford County. They were formed in 2002, and the Scoutmaster is Kevin Talkington. The Friends of the DRHT very much appreciate Troop 218’s involvement in the Trail and hope to see other Eagle candidates in the future. Ed has set a pretty high bar, but he’ll be around for awhile to help the

next guys that come along. A note about using the Trail and the new picnic area: A permit is still required to use the Trail, so see the website (friendsdrht.org) to download a permit form and mail it in. There are no reservations for the

tables, but there are two of them, so sharing will be the order of the day! You’ll be among friends; trail users are a pretty friendly bunch! I’ll see you on the trail, and perhaps you’ll be having a nice picnic lunch or supper at the new facility.

This French armchair belongs to a lady whose father used it as his desk chair. She thinks it is 200 years old, and she has owned it for over 50 years. She has had the seat re-rushed by Amish craftsmen in Southern Maryland, who also strengthened the structure without obviously altering it. She also thinks the wood Henry Lane is oak. Hull This chair is an excellent example of French provincial furniture. The fluting on the legs indicates that it follows in the Louis XVI-style prevalent at the end of the eighteenth and beginning of the nineteenth century. The turning and carving mimics the more sophisticated products that came from Parisian cabinet shops, all the while exhibiting its own charm.

Provincial cabinetmakers were quick to copy the latest styles emanating from the capital, but often did not have the tools and skill to produce the more ornate furniture. This chair is typical of that tradition. The wood never had a gilt gesso finish, as we might have expected from similar Parisian pieces. Gilt gesso refers to the application of plaster of Paris, which upon drying then had a covering of gold paint or gold leafing to give a brilliant, shiny finish. Ironically, today, the provincial pieces such as this one are more in demand than their gilt gesso cousins from Paris. This chair is worth $350, and perhaps more in a good urban auction. It has good lines and a natural finish with the correct patina from two centuries of wear. The rush seat is well done, and fits with the style of the piece quite successfully. That no one has undertaken to refinish this piece is a distinct mark in its favor when appraising its value. French furniture is always popular,

and this piece is a good example of a significant period of its history. Henry Lane Hull and his wife, Lisa, operate Commonwealth Antiques and Appraisals, Inc. at 5150 Jessie duPont Hwy. in Wicomico Church, VA. Write to him at P.O. Box 35, Wicomico Church, VA 22579 or email questions to henrylanehull@ commonwealthantiques.com. Happy Antiquing!

Constantin Langa with his son, Traian, and Scout Ed Perkins at one of the new picnic tables.

PCB enters the Richmond region Montross — Robert K. Bailey, III, President and CEO of Peoples Community Bank, is pleased to announce the Bank’s entry into the Richmond Region. “For the last two years, the Bank has been actively engaged in commercial lending in the Hanover/Henrico sector.” Bailey added that the Bank’s formal entry is in line with its strategic growth plan. “The combination of our expansive product line, competitive pricing, and quality customer service enable us to provide the products and values that the customer deserves.” To head up the entry into this new and exciting market, Mr. E.

William Martin has joined the PCB Team. Mr. Martin has been an active banker and lender in the Richmond, Hanover, Henrico areas for nearly 13 years. Mr. Martin commented “With many area small businesses becoming more disenfranchised with the “big bank” treatment, the market is right for a true community bank, like Peoples Community Bank, to make an entry.” Ned Ware, Senior Lending Officer with Peoples Community Bank, agrees. “We have seen a number of banks announce their intention to enter the Richmond market. Our strategy is a bit different. Will is a

second generation banker, and the Martin family is well known and respected in the area. This is a great opportunity for Will and his family as well as Peoples Community Bank. We are very excited to be able to bring true community banking back to this market!” About PCB — Peoples Community Bank was founded on June 17 1913 and serves the Northern Neck, Middle Peninsula, Fredericksburg, and now Richmond area communities of Virginia. PCB is a full line traditional community bank focusing on the financial success of their customers and the communities

Colonial Beach High School Class Of 1964 celebrates their 50th reunion Members of the Class of ‘64 spent the weekend celebrating their 50th reunion in and around Colonial Beach. Class members and guests began their reconnection with a boat ride on the Big Dipper all around the town on Friday afternoon. That evening they enjoyed some of Wilkerson’s finest menus amidst reminiscing about class activities, including their senior class trip to New York. They paused a moment to remember departed classmates, Jedda Denson Pugh, Steven Downs, Carolyn Ford and Ricard Mears. Dessert included a wonderful cake created by Mary’s Cakery and adorned with the class photo from 1964. Just to be sure classmates would be recognized, each member was presented with a photo name tag showing their picture back in 1964. On Saturday, they picnicked at

the farm of classmate Troy Peery with delicious foods from Hall’s Market. The more they met the more they realized the sense of family that came from a small class, even though some of the members had not seen each other for 50 years. The event peaked with a Gala at Ingleside Vineyards on Saturday evening for members of the Classes of 1962 through 1966. The event was catered by Denson’s Grocery and R&B Oyster Bar, who served a gourmet chicken dish and string bean accompaniment along with lots of local vegetables and fruits including some from Lois’ Produce in Leedstown (sweet corn, sungold tomatoes, yellow and red watermelon and cantaloupe along with the squash and zucchini for Denson’s famous vegetable lasagna) and the Westmoreland Berry Farm in Oak Grove, who supplied the blackber-

ries and the century and garnet beauty peaches. The guests enjoyed Ingleside wines while listening and dancing to the 50’s and 60’s music played by DJ Mike Dickey. Memories of the event were preserved by Peter Fahrney who donated his time on behalf of the Colonial Beach Foundation. Class members were gifted tote bags and mugs displaying the high school from their day to remember the special weekend. A special thanks to the Reunion Committee including Troy and Lynn Peery, Judy and Luck Rollins, Michael and Valerie Mayo, William Thompson (who provided photos and expertise from previous class reunions), and to Connie Parkinson Rollins whose commitment and inspiration was the moving force to bring this event to fruition. You only celebrate your 50th once.!

RACSB welcomes new board member Fredericksburg — The Rappahannock Area Community Services Board (RACSB) is pleased to announce that Debbie Draper has joined their Board of Directors. Mrs. Draper has been appointed to serve a three-year term, which began July 1, 2014. RACSB provides public mental

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Be a good bird neighbor Below are American Bird Conservancy’s recommended top ten things concerned individuals can do to help birds breed successfully and prepare for fall migration. 1. Leave baby birds alone. If you find a baby bird out of its nest, don’t pick it up or bring it indoors. Although people mean well by “rescuing” the baby birds they find, in almost all cases, the parents are nearby and know best how to care for their young. An exception is injured birds, which can be taken to a local wildlife rehabilitator for treatment. 2. Ensure dogs and cats stay away from young birds. Free-roaming cats kill billions of birds every year, taking an especially high toll on fledglings. Loose dogs also have an impact on nesting birds; for example, roaming dogs are suspected of recently wiping out a colony of threatened Least Terns in Florida. Keep your pets contained, and be especially cautious near beach-nesting birds. 3. Keep things fresh. Your birdbath or other water feature should be cleaned regularly and kept filled with fresh water. Hummingbird feeders also need special attention, as hummingbirds will be switching back from an insectrich diet to nectar in preparation for flights south in the fall. Be sure to thoroughly clean hummingbird feeders and replace the sugar water before it ferments—usually within three to seven days depending on the heat and sun. 4. Maintain your land in a bird-friendly fashion.

Consider letting some of your yard or other property go “wild,” or garden with native plants. Even small wild areas act as sources of food and shelter for birds through the summer. Avoid or minimize tree trimming to prevent disturbance to nesting birds. Where possible, avoid mowing grass in large fields and roadsides until after July to enable ground-nesting grassland birds to safely fledge. 5. Be a good landlord. If you’re lucky enough to have swallows or phoebes nesting on your porch or carport, keep the nest intact. The birds will be gone soon enough, and in the meantime, they will help you out by eating hundreds of insects each day. If you have active nest boxes, clean them out after the young have fledged. Old nesting material attracts parasites and can be a source of disease. 6. Don’t spray: Stay away from pesticides. Reconsider using pesticides, since even products labeled as “safe” will likely have negative consequences on birds. For example, many home and garden products include neonicotinoids, or “neonics,” which have been found to be deadly to both bees and birds in even minute amounts. See this list of products to avoid from our friends at the Center for Food Safety. 7. Celebrate good times … without balloons. When weddings, graduations, and other parties are on your list of to-do’s, put balloons on your list of don’ts. Birds can become entangled in the long ribbons; individuals have been found hanging from trees or

asphyxiated. Birds may also ingest the deflated balloon itself, which can eventually block the digestive tract and cause the animal to starve. 8. Turn the outdoor lights out. Review your outdoor lighting for unnecessary disturbance to nightflying birds (as well as wasted energy). Bright artificial lights can disorient migrating birds and make collisions with windows, buildings, and other structures more likely. Consider putting steady burning lights on motion sensors. Or, if your outdoor lighting needs permit, consider blue and green LED lights as they are less distracting to nightmigrating birds. 9. Be a bird-friendly boater. If you’re boating, avoid disrupting birds. Boats operated in proximity to nesting birds can cause behavioral changes, even leading to nest abandonment and failure in some cases. If you notice congregations of birds, steer clear to enable them to spend their energy on gathering food and raising their young. 10. Gone fishing? Remember the birds. Discard fishing line properly in trash receptacles, since entanglement in line is a common and preventable source of bird mortality. If you accidentally hook a bird, don’t cut the fishing line. Instead, net the bird, cut the barb off the hook, and push it backward to remove. Just as important, be sure to use only nonlead fishing gear. Scores of birds suffer mortal poisoning from ingesting lead weights in fishing gear.

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& other events trinity fellowship international church is holding a Crusade through Thursday July 17, each night at 7 p.m. led by Apostle Tim Johnson from Dunn, NC. Sunday, July 20 will be a regular service at 11 a.m. At 3 p.m. Pastor Jackson and the church will travel to Oxon Hill Maryland to attend the 8th Church anniversary of Prayer and Praise Ministries. Vcation Bible School will be held at Trinity July 23-July 25 from 6-9 p.m. nightly. There will be a picnic on Saturday, July 26. All are invited to come worship with Trinity, 181 Kings Hwy, Fredericksburg, VA. (Ferry Farms) river of life pentacostal church is hosting the Pentecostal Faith Assemblies, Inc. Campmeeting July 2427. Theme of the event: “I Set Before You an Open Door.” Service times 10 a.m. and 7 p.m. daily. Lunch offered after the morning service. 510 Colonial Avenue, Colonial Beach, VA. To help the host church prepare, please RSVP to Bishop Jackson asap. (804) 224-8157. phaibishop@yahoo.com grace united methodist church is holding a Yard Sale, Saturday, July 19, 7 a.m. until. 1655 Claymont Road, Oak Grove (on the way to Westmoreland Berry Farm). Proceeds to benefit missions. (804) 2247959 macedonia baptist church invites you to celebrate the installation of Rev. Fred Sales as Pastor of the Macedonia Baptist Church on

Sunday, July 27, 2014 at 3 p.m. The afternoon message will be delivered by Pastor Joel Nelson of New Destiny Baptist Church, Fredericksburg. Dinner will be served following the 11:00 morning service. We look forward to seeing you there! The church is located at 1081 Macedonia Lane, Colonial Beach. Salem Baptist Church will celebrate its Annual Family Day service on Sunday, July 20, 2014 at 3 p.m. The Pastor, Rev. Leonard Bland will preach at the 11:30 a.m. service. Dinner will be served following the morning service. The guest speaker for the evening service will be the Rev. Dr. Larry Finch, Sr., from the Antioch Baptist Church, King George, VA. His congregation and singing group will accompany him. All are welcome to fellowship with us. The Salem Baptist Church, Jersey, VA. will have Vacation Bible School on Monday through Thursday, July 21-24, 2014 at 7 p.m. nightly. Youth of all ages and adults are welcome to attend. 12262 Salem Church Rd King George VA 22485. (540) 775-2350. first baptist church invites you to their Homecoming Services on July 20 at 3 p.m. Guest preacher will will Pastor Roderick Parks, Second Baptist Church in Warsaw, accompanied by his choir, ushers and congregation. Revival Services will be held Wed. July 23-Friday July 25, starting at 7:30 p.m. each night and are as scheduled: July 23 through July 24,

2014, Pastor Roderick Parks, Second Baptist Church, Warsaw, Va. will be preaching and Friday July 25, 2014, Dr. Ragretta Johnson-Ruffin, Greater New Saint Paul Baptist Church will be preaching. Music will be rendered by local choirs. All are welcome. The church is located at 619 Jackson St. Col. Beach, VA. (804) 2247198. little ark baptist church & First Baptist Church Ambar will join together for VBS from July 21-July 25 from 5-8 p.m. nightly at Little Ark BC. Registrations taken for ages 4 and up. Come by Little Ark’s office or call (540)663-2831. Little Ark is located at 15681 Owens Drive. new life ministries is hosting the Throne Zone from 1-3 p.m. on Tuesdays & Thursdays this summer. Safe fun activities for kids ages 6-13. Route 205 in Col. Beach. New Life’s will hold a 2014 Kids Crusade “The Cruise” on July 21-24 from 7-8:30 p.m. Bible teaching, skits by X-treme youth, music, games and prizes for kids ages 4 & older. (804) 224-8447. peace christian preschool is enrolling students, ages 3-5 for the Fall 2014-Spring 2015 school year. Two, three and four day classes are available. For more info, go to the church website, PeaceLutherankgva.org and click on “Preschool” on the left, or call (540) 775-PLAY. The preschool is located at 5590 Kings Hwy, KG, 22485.

Local musical artist Anthony Campbell shared his music & inspirational messages at the July Love Thy Neighbor event Love Thy Neighbor’s July event was celebrated with a guest appearance from Anthony Campbell, who thrilled everyone with his beautiful melodious voice and sharing an encouraging message throughout the Inspirational Hour. What a joy to see the smiling faces, hands lifted up in the air and clapping as Anthony mesmerized the audience. ‘Soup’ Campbell assisted with the sound equipment as the guests joined in too! Jerry Bushrod and Martin Samuels provided their grilling expertise by cooking up some hamburgers and hot dogs, much appreciated since the temperature was hovering in the mid-90’s all afternoon! Thanks Rachel for helping our grill masters! Antioch Baptist church volunteers ~ young and old ~ came to help wherever needed. Alexus headed up our Children’s Corner and had many helping hands as she worked with the youngsters offering fun activities for them to do. Thanks Antioch Baptist Church for your ’Love Offering’ donation to Love Thy Neighbor. God bless you! Thanks Emily for taking photos of everyone throughout the afternoon, and Brandi for all your help with the hygiene items. Dakota, we appreciate you coming and working our drinks table. Chaplain Randy Gibson and his wife from NSWC Naval Base came to our event to volunteer and see

first hand what we’re all about. They have collected and donated food items from military families for Love Thy Neighbor, also presenting us with a check for monies collected during their VBS. Thank you so much for your love and support! We were blessed with a bounty of food, fruit (thank you Miss Bonnie), bread and fresh eggs (donated by Bill & Amy Robie) along with much needed hygiene items to offer in our Food Pantry. Jane Van Valzah shared some fresh produce from the Farmer’s Market. Fresh cucumbers were donated not only to the Food Pantry but also for the salad served to our guests. Fresh tomatoes were also donated by Britt’s Flowers/Veggies for our dinner salad. God is good! An anonymous donor provided numerous coolers full of frozen meats (chicken, beef, pork, seafood, breakfast items) that were given out to our guests. How grateful we are for the way the Lord works. Many new volunteers that just came to help, we were blessed to have you. Our Team Leaders (Gina, Chris, Lillian, Jane, Jen, Shannon and Patsy) play an integral part behind the scenes every month ~ each having a special spiritual yearning and blessed with talents to make Love Thy Neighbor what it is ~ Thank You! PLEASE NOTE: Beginning September 2014 our Love Thy Neighbor Event will take place on the 3rd Sunday each month! Sept 21st ~ Oct 19th ~ Nov 16th ~ Dec 21st.

Montague Baptist Church in King George will be celebrating its 125th year of worship on Sunday, July 27 at 11 a.m. The morning service will be followed by a fellowship luncheon at noon. There will be a slide show from 12:30-1:30 p.m. A Gospel sing featuring Nikki Headley will start at 2 p.m. The church invites all to come join in this day of celebration. 11286 Milbank Road, KG. Revival Services will begin at 7 p.m. on Monday, July 28 and run through Wednesday, July 30. Each night will feature a different special music attraction. Monday, Brenda Young and family; Tuesday, One Lane Bridge; Wednesday, Two Rivers Baptist Church Choir. For information please call Helen at (540) 775-4416 or Pastor Woody at (540) 528-1568.

Church thrift shop closing in Dec. 2014 The Dahlgren UMC’s Sheep’s Pen will be closing at the end of the year. The Pen will only be open on the second Friday of August (8/8). And then, weather permitting, each Friday from September 12 – December 19. The hours remain as 8 a.m. to noon. Stop by and shop for treasures and say goodbye to the Sheep’s Pen. Just outside main base gate. 17080 14th Street in Dahlgren. Call (540) 6632230 for more information.

Our Doors are Open -Worship With Us Fletcher's Chapel United Methodist

8330 Fletcher's Chapel Rd. at 218

Pastor Michael Reaves fletcherschapel-kinggeorge-va.org Worship Services 8:30 & 11:00 a.m. Sunday School 9:45 a.m.

(540) 775-7247

17080 14th Street, Dahlgren Contemporary Service - 9:30 a.m. Sunday School - 9:30 a.m. & 11 a.m. Traditional Service - 11 a.m. Nursery open 9:15a.m.-12:15p.m.

Pastor Ed Johnson

email - office@dahlgrenumc.org web site - www.dahlgrenumc.org Phone: 663-2230

Good Hope Baptist Church

17223 Good Hope Rd. - corner Rt. 218E & 619 phone: 540-775-9487 email: goodhope.baptistchurch@va.metrocast.net or visit www.goodhopeministries.org

• Sunday School - 9:45 a.m. • Worship - 11:00 a.m. • Prayer & Bible Study (Wed.) 7:30 p.m. Rev. Arthur J. Washington, Jr. Pastor-Elect “Building the Church & Reaching the World for Christ”

7748 Leedstown Rd., Oak Grove, VA 22443 (804) 224-0418 • www.lzbcva.org

We invite you to gather together with us! Sunday School - 9 a.m. Sunday Worship 8 a.m. & 10:15 a.m. Bible Study - Wednesday 7 p.m. Pastor Earl T. Howerton Jr.

Macedonia Baptist Church 1081 Macedonia Ln., Colonial Beach, VA (804) 224-1500 "O magnify the Lord with me, and let us exalt His Name together." (Psalm 34:3)

Sunday School: 9:45 a.m. Worship Service: 11 a.m. Prayer & Bible Study: (Wed.) 7 p.m. Holy Communion on 4th Sundays Rev. Fred Sales, Interim Pastor

Shiloh Baptist Church Reaching, Building, Serving

Sunday Activities Sunday School, 9:45 a.m. Worship Service, 11:00 a.m. AWANA, 4:00 p.m. Youth Group, 4:00 p.m. Wednesday Nights Rev. Mike and Earlene Jessee Family Night Dinner, 5:30 Youth Study; Children’s Missions & Music, 6:00 facebook@kgshiloh Choir Practice, 7:15 13457 Kings Hwy. 540-469-4646 • www.kgshiloh.org

Oak Grove Baptist Church

Randall Snipes, Senior Pastor Sunday Worship 9:30 a.m.& 11 Awana-Sundays-6 p.m. Bible Study-Wednesdays 6:30 p.m. 8096 Leedstown Rd. Colonial Beach, VA

804-224-9695

Colonial Beach United Methodist Church Pastor Rev. Yunho Eo

9:30 a.m. Adult Sunday School 10:45 a.m. Informal Hymn Singing 11 a.m. Worship & Children’s Sunday School Op Shop M-W-F Food Pantry 9 a.m.-noon OPEN Thurs. Thursdays 9 a.m.-1 p.m. at 10 a.m. Saturdays 9 a.m.-Noon 1 Washington Avenue PO Box 189 Colonial Beach, VA 22443 (804) 224-7030

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Hebrews 10:25 Let us not give up meeting together, as some are in the habit of doing, but let us encourage one another and all the more as you see the Day approaching. (NIV)

Holy Redeemer Anglican Church

St. Elizabeth of Hungary Roman Catholic Church Corner of Lossing and Boundary, Colonial Beach

Traditional Anglican Worship 1928 Book of Common Prayer 1940 Hymnal

Very Rev. Francis M. de Rosa Rev. Mark Mullaney

Sunday- Holy Communion 11 a.m. Montross, VA

804-493-7407

Two Rivers Baptist Church

Sunday Masses: Sat. 5:00 p.m. Sun. 9:00 a.m. & 11:00 p.m. (español)

Little Ark Baptist Church “Building God’s Kingdom On Earth”

Meeting at their new church

Intersection of Rokeby and Kings Hwy. (Rt. 3) Sunday School ..............9:30 a.m. Worship........................10:30 a.m. COME VISIT US • ALL ARE WELCOME

Rev. Peyton Wiltshire For Information call 540710-3831

Round Hill Baptist Church Worship & Service Morning Worship ~ 8:30 a.m. Sunday School ~ 9:45 a.m. Morning/Children's Worship ~ 11 a.m. Wed. - Bible Study ~ 6:00 p.m. 16519 Round Hill Rd., King George, VA Pastor Ted A. James • 540-775-5583

"Pastor Larry" M. Robinson Sunday Worship - 10 a.m. Sunday School - 9 a.m. (New Testament Church Study) Wednesday Night Prayer & Bible Study 6 p.m. 15681 Owens Dr. in Dahlgren, VA Church Phone: (540) 663-2831

Hanover-with-Brunswick Episcopal Parish

Where all are welcome.

Phone: 540-775-3635

Emmanuel, Port Conway (Rt. 301) 3rd & 5th Sundays

For more information, visit our website at:

www.hanover-with-brunswick.com

Sunday School 10 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship 11 a.m. Bible Study Wednesdays at 7 p.m.

Rev. Irving Woolfolk, Jr.

"A Church where everybody is somebody!"

Tabernacle Baptist Church

Dr. Sherman Davis, Pastor 10640 Kings Hwy King George, VA 22485 www.tabernaclebaptistkg.org 540-775-7188

Sunday Services Service Early Worship - 8 a.m. Wednesday Evenings Sunday School - 9:45 a.m. 7 p.m. Morning Worship - 11 a.m. Evening Worship - 6 p.m.

Office: 11 Irving Ave., Colonial Beach, Va. 22443 saintselizabethandanthony.org

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Trinity United Methodist Church

9425 Kings Hwy., King George www.trinitykg.org

Contemporary Service ~ 8:30 a.m. Sunday School ~ 9:30 p.m. Worship ~ 10:30 a.m. (540) 775-4501 Rev. Susan Reaves

St. Anthony of Padua Catholic Church

EBENEZER BAPTIST CHURCH (804) 443-4168

Confession: Sat. following 8:00 a.m. Mass & at 4:30 p.m. Sun. 1/2 hour before each Mass

Sunday Services:

The Rev. St. John's, 9403 Kings Hwy. Diane Carroll 1st, 2nd & 4th Sundays Rector

You're invited to worship with

3207 Quarter Hill Rd., Supply VA 22436

Daily Mass: Mon. - Sat. 8:00 a.m. Adoration precedes each morning Mass

Worship Service - 10:30 a.m. (Sunday)

Corner of Millbank & St. Anthony’s Rd., King George

Sunday School - 9:15 a.m. Nursery Provided Seeking to know the grace of God and to make it known to others.

Very Rev. Francis M. de Rosa Rev. Mark Mullaney

Dave Bentz, Pastor Jason Schubert, Associate Pastor 13114 Kildee Farm Road King George, VA 22485 (off 301 and Blue Jay Meadow Drive)

Ph. (540) 775-9990 • email: info@gracekg.com web site www.gracekg.com

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

A church where the Full Gospel is Preached, Taught and Lived

First Baptist Church Ambar

9469 Caledon Rd., King George, VA22485 Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship 11 a.m. Bible Study Wednesday at 7:30 p.m.

Pastor William & First Lady Pastor Wm. T. Frye Theresa Frye

“And ye shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free.”

“The church is the great lost and found department” - Robert Short

Help others find your church. Advertise in this space, only $10 per week. Billed monthly. Contact Lori at (540) 709-7495 or email her at lori@journalpress.com

St. Mary’s Episcopal Church The Diocese of Virginia

WELCOME!

Sunday Services 8 a.m. & 10:30 a.m. Thrift Shop Thur. Fri. Sat. 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Food Bank Mon. & Wed. 10 a.m.-Noon Thur. 6-8 p.m. 1st Sat. Noon- 3p.m. www.stmaryscolonialbeach.org (804) 224-7186 203 Dennison St. Colonial Beach, VA

THE KING GEORGE CHURCH OF CHRIST INVITES YOU TO MEET WITH US

EACH SUNDAY MORNING BIBLE CLASS: 9:30 A.M. WORSHIP SERVICES: 10:30 A.M.

LOCATION: AMERICAN LEGION POST 89 (AT THE INTERSECTION OF RT 206 AND RT 610)

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

LOCATION: AT A MEMBER’S HOME PLEASE CONTACT US AT OUR E-MAIL ADDRESS FOR THE LOCATION

All are Welcome!

Confession: Wed. 7:30 p.m. Sat. after 9:00 a.m. Mass & at 6:30 p.m. Sun. 1/2 hour before each Mass

A New Testament church “... All the churches of Christ greet you.”

Pastor: Dennis L. Newton

Office: 11 Irving Ave., Colonial Beach, Va. 22443

Potomac Baptist Church

Worship Service: 11:00 a.m. Age Graded Bible Study: 9:45 a.m. (540) 775-7006

www.onthepotomac.com

saintselizabethandanthony.org

8103 Comorn Rd. (Rt. 609) King George

• 804-224-7221

EACH WEDNESDAY NIGHT FOR BIBLE STUDY

Romans 16:16

contact_us@kinggeorgecofchrist.org http://www.kinggeorgecofchrist.org P.O.Box 756 King George, VA 22485

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Area Deaths The family will receive friends from 3 to 5 p.m. Sunday, July 20 at Nash & Slaw Funeral Home, King George. A service will be held at 10 a.m. Monday, July 21 at Peace Lutheran Church. There will be a private interment in Quantico National Cemetery. Memorials may be made to Peace Lutheran Church 5590 Kingâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Highway, King George, VA 22485. Please sign the online guestbook at nashandslawfh.com

Sally Stadler

Sally Stadler, 77, went to be with her Lord on June 7, 2014. She leaves behind her daughters, Debra Turner, and Judith Huff (Jerome), and son, Donald Stadler (Arlene); grandchildren, Mandy, Marissa, and Jason Huff, Blair Turner (Mandy), and Katrina Knappins (Travis). She also leaves her newly adopted daughter, Melissa Wilson, and grandchildren, Austin and Taylor Pitkin. She was predeceased by her husband, Richard L Stadler, and parents, Bertha M (Parks) and James H Cordell. Her burial will be July 26, 2014 at 1 p.m., at Mt. Morris Cemetery in Mt. Morris, Michigan.

Words of Thanks

On July 3rd, 2014, we lost our son, Bill Walton, who lived in King George. I am writing to thank the kind people of King George who were a great help in our sorrow. First of all, we thank Evie Pulkownik, a friend and teacher at King George High School where Bill also taught in the math department. She is our angel. We love her. Sheriff Dempsey, Detective Clift, Deputy Brandts and Deputy Norris were so helpful and considerate. Clerk of Circuit Court Mr. Mason got us going in the right direction with warmth and kindness. We sincerely thank all in the King George School District, especially Principal Conway and Ms. DeShazo at the School Board also Ms. Stephanie Fox who is working on a memorial for Bill. Their words were so kind and helped to lift our spirits. Funeral Director Taliaferro at Nash & Slaw Funeral Home went out of his way to accommodate our plans. He was so quick to accomplish all that needed to be done and was so compassionate, The ladies at the King George Post Office were a great help, as was Angela, an officer at BB&T Bank. Our hearts are broken but the folks of King George were a bright light in our darkness. With love and gratitude, Ray and Kathy Walton Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Marion Jeanette Yarus

Marion Jeanette Humphrey Yarus, 93, of Dahlgren, passed away peacefully on Monday, July 14, 2014, at her home. Jeanette was born on May 17, 1921 in Prices Forks (Blacksburg), VA. Survivors include her husband of 65 years, Howard V. Yarus; children, Stephen Yarus of Richmond, Joan Yarus of Fredericksburg, Harvey Yarus and his wife, Laura of King George; four grandchildren: Karla Perry (Joseph) of Virginia Beach, Brooke Shambley (James) of Naples, Italy, Charles Yarus and Maura Yarus Rawlette and her husband Drexel, all of King George; two great-grandchildren: Devin Rawlette, and Josiah Shambley; two step-greatchildren JessĂn Bacon of Richmond and Anthony Bacon of TX; four sisters, Elaine Petersen, Mount Vernon, VA, Catherine Humphrey of Pulaski, Sabra Rupe and her husband, Theron of Vienna, VA, Louise Deml and her husband, John of Northport, Long Island, NY; brother in law Herbert Yarus his wife Alice of Montana. She was preceded in death by her parents, Harry and Lake Price Humphrey and brother, Harry Byrd Humphrey.

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On July 17 at 6 p.m. at the Smoot Library in KG, there will be a FREE showing of the movie Gasland which is about fracking. Here is a brief summaries of the movie: â&#x20AC;&#x153;The largest domestic natural gas drilling boom in history has swept across the United States. The Halliburton-developed drilling technology of â&#x20AC;&#x153;frackingâ&#x20AC;? or hydraulic fracturing has unlocked a â&#x20AC;&#x153;Saudia Arabia of natural gasâ&#x20AC;? just beneath us. But is fracking safe? When filmmaker Josh Fox is asked to lease his land for drilling, he embarks on a cross-country odyssey uncovering a trail of secrets, lies and contamination. A recently drilled nearby Pennsylvania town reports that residents are able to light their drinking water on fire. This is just one of the many absurd and astonishing revelations of a new country called GASLAND. Part verite travelogue, part expose, part mystery, part bluegrass banjo meltdown, part showdown.â&#x20AC;? Space for the viewing of this film is limited to 224 viewers. If you are planning to attend, please call (540) 709-7495 or email lori@ journalpress.com, to get a head count. Sponsored by private citizens. (note: opinions or political views do not necessarily represent those of Smoot Library).

KG Sheriff Dempsey promotes Giles to rank of Captain

On July 14, 2014, Sheriff Steve Dempsey promoted Lt. Chris Giles to the rank of Captain. Chrisâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; wife Vera Giles was present to pin his new badge onto his uniform. Sheriff Dempsey proudly shook Chrisâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; hand and says that his new position is well deserved. Chris has served the King George Sheriffâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Office for over 21 years and accelerated through the ranks due to his hard work and excellent leadership.

HEREâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S A GREAT BIG THANK YOU The family of Austin (AJ) Jordan would like to send out a Big Thank You to everyone for all the prayers, cards, emails, phone calls, and lots of balloons while he was in the hospital. He is doing much better and he Thanks everyone also.

Saturday, July 19

Bluemont Concert Series is proud to present Mark Newton & Steve Thomas for the third of seven Saturday evening concerts in Fredericksburg. The concert begins at 7:30 p.m. and takes place at Maury School Stadium, located at the intersection of Hanover Street and Kenmore Avenue in historic Fredericksburg. Concertgoers are encouraged to bring blankets and lawn chairs, and a picnic to enjoy before the show. Admission is $5 per person, $4 for Bluemont Friends and seniors, $2 for kids under 12; proceeds go to support Bluemontâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s year-round Artist-in-Education program in area schools. No pets, alcohol or smoking are allowed. In case of bad weather, the concerts will be held at James Monroe High School. All are welcome to these family oriented events.

Tuesday, July 22

Monthly meeting of the Westmoreland Democratic Committee Meeting. 6 p.m. at the Bank of Lancaster in Montross, VA. 15648 Kings Hwy.

King George Economic Director Linwood Thomas has been working with Dr. Mark Safferstone and Mary Parnell at the UMW Small Business Development Center on adding several small business classes to the curriculum at the UMW Dahlgren Campus. He has had several small businesses suggest having classes available in King George realizing many times being a small business owner it is difficult alone just to find the time to get to a class, especially when it is in Fredericksburg. The classes to be offered are basic entry level 101 classes geared for those interested in starting a business or existing businesses looking for additional available resources to help them grow and flourish. The two initial classes will be â&#x20AC;&#x153;First Steps of Starting a Businessâ&#x20AC;? and â&#x20AC;&#x153;QuickBooks for Business.â&#x20AC;? The link provided below is for the first class starting August 18, from 9:30 a.m. to noon, which is â&#x20AC;&#x153;First Steps of Starting a Business.â&#x20AC;? The start date for â&#x20AC;&#x153;QuickBooks Businessâ&#x20AC;? has not yet been disclosed but we anticipate the end of August, first of September time frame. This

Dr. Mike Goatley from Virginia Tech will be the featured speaker at the Master Gardenersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Lawn Seminar scheduled for August 23. The seminar will take place 9-11 a.m. in Heathsville at the Transportation Building, Riceâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Hotel/Hughlettâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Tavern, and again 1-3 p.m. in Montross at the School Board Meeting Room at 141 Opal Lane. There is no charge, and there is no requirement to register beforehand. The seminar, according to Master Gardener spokesperson Janice Mahoney, is for homeowners who would like to improve their lawns in an environmentally responsible way. And, she says, fall is the perfect time to renew your lawn following the hot and dry summers we typically experience. â&#x20AC;&#x153;If you use a lawn care service,â&#x20AC;? said Mahoney, â&#x20AC;&#x153;please pass this information on to them as well. The seminar is a great opportunity for lawn care provid-

2014 FF Theme: Keepâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;n It Country Check out kgfallfestival.com in the weeks ahead to get more info, forms, and updates. Or call 540-709-7495.

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Open House for the Toastmasters of King George. Join them to gain confidence & find your voice!. 5:30 p.m. at the UMW Dahlgren Campus. RSVP to toastmastersofkinggeorge@ gmail.com or call (540) 845-2012.

Friday, July 25

Westmoreland County Museum Free Movie Night, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Screen on the Green. Starts at 8 p.m. on the lot behind the Museum and the Inn at Montross. Scheduled movie, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Finding Nemo.â&#x20AC;? Family friendly, bring blankets or chairs. Light fare movie menu offered by the Inn at Montross. Cancelled if bad weather.

Tuesday, August 5

Monthly meeting of the NARFE Assn., Northern Neck Chapter 1823 to meet at 1 p.m. at KCâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Crabs & Cues, 10428 Jessie Ball DuPont Memorial Hwy, Kilmarnock. Pay as you go from menu. Scheduled speaker, Nancy Siford, VA Senior Medicare Patrol ACE Team Volunteer Coordinator. For addâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;l information, (804) 450-3919.

information will be made available on the economic development website. as soon as UMW has the start date and curriculum for QuickBooks class. The link below will provide the dates of classes. The cost is only $30 for materials. If you know of anyone interested in these classes please feel free to forward it on as well. Please call me directly if I can be of assistance but you have to register through the link to UMW below. http://economicdevelopment. umw.edu/sbdc/seminars-andtraining/stafford-office/first-stepsto-starting-a-business-2/ Registration and payment must be made by the Friday before the seminar takes place. Each seminar has a non-refundable materials fee of $30. You can pay online, mail a payment to the UMWSBDC or stop by the office in Fâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;brg at the Center for Economic Development, 1125 Jefferson Davis Highway, Suite 400, Fredericksburg VA 22401 For additional information call (540) 6541383.

Master Gardeners to hold â&#x20AC;&#x153;Lawn Seminarsâ&#x20AC;? to help create good stewards of the lawns

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ers and their crews to learn the latest best management practices for lawn care, plus it is free. For the publicâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s driving convenience, we are holding the seminar at two separate locations on the 23rd.â&#x20AC;? According to Goatley, anyone who takes care of their own lawn or hires somebody to do it can be an environmental steward. â&#x20AC;&#x153;A properly maintained lawn serves a valuable role in soil stabilization, water infiltration, temperature moderation, and glare reduction. At the same time, if managed irresponsibly, lawn care programs can quickly contribute to water pollution. However, remember this â&#x20AC;&#x201C; it is not the lawn that causes pollution but the person managing the lawn.â&#x20AC;? For directions or more information about the seminar, go to nnmg. org or contact your county Virginia Cooperative Extension office.

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Hours are: Saturdays and Sundays, 1-4 p.m. 128 Hawthorn Street in Colonial Beach, VA

The Historic Christ Church Foundation is sponsoring a Craft Beer Fest on Sat., July 19. From 4-8 p.m. 12 Craft Beers, Savannah Joeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s BBQ, and live music by James Justin & Co. Tickets are $30pp. Rain or Shine. 420 Christ Church Rd., Weems, VA. christchurch1735.org. Eagles Annual Cancer Benefit Concert Fundraiser SATURDAY JULY 19, 2014 NOON- 6 P.M. Colonial Beach Eagle Aerie FOOD - LIVE MUSIC- PRIZES There are over 700 raffle tickets left to sell. Raffle tickets are only $5.00 each and the winnings are $500.00, $200.00, $200.00 and $100.00. There are other nice prizes that are being offered this year as well. Stop by the Aerie home, or send email to pathansley@ aol.com. Admission is $5 pp for all day! Westmoreland County Museum Kids Day Camp Westmoreland County Museum is partnering with other organizations to hold a 3-day kids day camp (July 31st-August 2nd) for children ages 6-12 years old. Other participating organizations include Master Gardeners, the Inn at Montross, Mary Ball Washington Museum and Library, Montross Branch of the Rappahannock Regional Library, Rice Hotel/Hughlettâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Tavern Woodworking Guild and Spinners & Weavers, and the 53rd VA Co. H. Civil War Reenactors. The cost per child is $25 for 1 day, $50 for 2 days, or $70 for 3 days. The price includes lunch and any supplies that your child might need for that dayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s activities. Simply print out and fill our the museumâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s registration form; email the museum at wcmuseum@ verizon.net to request a form; or pick up a form in person at the museum (Mon.-Sat. 10 a.m.-4 p.m.). Please only use one form per child. NSBE PRP to sponsor Back to School backpack give away The National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE) Potomac River Professionals (PRP). NSBE PRP sponsored by NSWC Credit Union, Rappahannock Big Brothers Big Sisters, and the University of Mary Washington will be supporting Potomac Elementary school students with a Back to School Drive on August 28 from 1-3 p.m. We will give away supplies to the first 100 students. Please help get the word out to the parents and to the community. Visit the NSBE Potomac River Professionals Chapter, please visit our website at nsbepotomacriver.org.

Promises Club of ALANO Society offers four new meetings on their calendar: Tues. & Thurs. 7 a.m. is meditation exercise. Morning Meditation meeting then starts at 7:30 a.m. Tues. & Thurs. Noon Lunch Break meeting. Open Discussion with topics from approved literature. 11720 Main St. Bldg 104 Fredâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;brg, VA 22408 postmaster@fredalano.org

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Surplus: Now What? From page 1 ter & sewer) residential connections. 10 water-only residential connections. 6 commercial connections.Â OPERATING BUDGET RELIANCE ON NEW CONNECTIONS The latest surplus realized for last fiscal year is the third surplus in three years. That track record could be considered by financial rating agencies as officially achieving self-sufficiency, a goal that has been worked toward for many years. But the previous two were much smaller five-figure amounts. The main reasons for the 2013-14 surplus is because there was a va-

cant employee position carried in the budget, coupled with the eleven more connections for new customers than originally budgeted. The unfilled position attests to the achievement of better efficiencies by employees, systems and its management, which is to be commended. But the fact that a large part of the surplus is due to more connections than expected points out that there is still a heavy reliance on connection fees to subsidize the operating budget. A better system that has been discussed in the past would be the use of connection fees to fund new capital project costs, including system upgrades and expansion. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s possible that moving in that

RB Update: Next Steps From page 1 tailed business plan, the other â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;next stepâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; elements promised a year ago, and so far not delivered, also included researching potential funding sources and requirements, including grants, sponsorships, and a capital campaign; researching opportunities for partnerships and marketing strategies; and, developing a support network of historians, curators, and film makers. The committee continues to mull its primary original task to come up with recommendations related to the renovation and future use of the former Ralph Bunche School building. That was evidenced by an agenda item at last weekâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s meeting on July 7 under â&#x20AC;&#x153;New Businessâ&#x20AC;? for â&#x20AC;&#x153;Consensus on use of Ralph Bunche â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Phase I.â&#x20AC;? Last year in June, Supervisors had no problem with a request to hone the committeeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s mission to specifically include showcasing the role the Ralph Bunche High School played in challenging the â&#x20AC;&#x153;separate but equalâ&#x20AC;? justification in public school systems and how this ultimately led to the desegregation of schools in Virginia. Supervisors also had been told a year ago about the committeeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s ideas for use of the front, original section of the former school building, with the committee calling that phase I. That use included renovating the gym for community events and

meetings, and telling the history of the school through photographs, plaques, and artifacts posted and displayed in the gym and throughout the original front section of the building to indicate the role that Ralph Bunche High School had prior to the desegregation of schools in Virginia. The classrooms in the original section need renovation, with a desire for the â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;droppedâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; ceiling to be eliminated to show the original ceiling, and for some partitions to be ripped out, with talk about restoring some of the classrooms to their original look with similar finishes. There has been discussion about use of the rooms for community meeting space and also offering one room to house the Chamber of Commerce. WHATâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S NEXT? Other than that, the committeeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s vision for the building appears to have stalled, with Lucas saying at last weekâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s meeting the 1957 section can be left to others to decide the use. The committee wants to put energy into making grant applications to fund various aspects of the phase I ideas. LOCATION, HISTORY and COMMITTEE CHARTER The historic former school building is located on 7.8 acres of a larger 33.2 acre site on the east side of US 301, north of the Circle intersection

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direction may be part of any recommendations coming from Davenport & Company LLC at an upcoming meeting. SUCCESSFUL FIVE-YEAR PLAN With the Service Authority boardâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s input, Davenport had devised a fiveyear plan in April 2009 and implemented the plan beginning in fiscal year 2009-10. The five-year plan had been requested by the Service Authority. The main goal was to stabilize rates with an ultimate goal of self-sufficiency. At the time, the county and the nation were in the throes of the beginning of the Great Recession of 2008. The plan included calculated annual rate and connection fee increases, restructuring of the debt service fees, and refinancing of capital debt. It also relied on operating fund

at Route 205. Ralph Bunche has the distinction of being on both the state and national registers of historic buildings due to its role in the civil rights era regarding its establishment to provide â&#x20AC;&#x153;separate but equalâ&#x20AC;? education, which was ruled the law of the land at the time. STABILIZATION REPAIRS NEEDED At the time the committee was created, there was money in the countyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 5-year Capital Improvements Program (CIP) to stabilize the structure by such things as replacing broken windows, sealing cracks and roof leaks against water intrusion, along with some trim painting. COMMITTEE MEMBERS Since the 14-member committee was formed in August 2012, some of the original members have resigned and some have been replaced. The committee currently has four vacancies. The current members are two from the Board of Supervisors - Ruby Brabo and Jim Howard; five members of the Ralph Bunch Alumni Association - Nadine Lucas, Elaine Harvey, Gwendolyn Lewis, and James Temple Johnson, with one vacancy; two School Board members - John Davis and Kristin Tolliver; two from the King George Historical Society â&#x20AC;&#x201C; both currently vacant; one member from the King George Chamber of Commerce - Gale Marshall; and, two county staff members - Director of Economic Development Linwood Thomas and Director of Parks &

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increases to be limited to only critical areas, with overall expenditures to be reduced as well as the number of new connections on which the annual budgets were predicated. The reductions in connections reflected the slowdown in the housing market and the new economic conditions. Thomas has requested and the board has agreed to ask Davenport to perform another review and come back with recommendations for discussion and potential implementation for future budget years, including continued debt restructuring, if interest rates continue to be favorable to do so. There is also a desire to take another look at changing the rate structure to provide a tiered system whereby customers who use more water pay higher rates.

Recreation Tim Smith. SUBCOMMITTEES At a March meeting, several subcommittees were announced with a membership list distributed. They were asked to hold meetings prior to the committee meeting on April 28. Some have met and others have not. The subcommittees as announced are listed below, with brief notes from two of them. Buildings and Grounds -- Tim Smith, James Johnson, Jim Howard. This subcommittee met twice and reported that a capacity analysis for each room and the total building should be performed, since it affects such things as installation of future HVAC and numbers for restroom stalls and parking spaces. To do that, use of each room must be determined. It was also recommended that individual HVAC units be considered for each room instead of one large system. A cost estimate should be obtained for a new roof, with pricing desired for an a-frame roof and shingles versus membrane or metal seam roof. Pricing for a new well and septic system was also mentioned as needed. Finance/Funding Alternatives Building -- Linwood Thomas, Ruby Brabo, Gale Marshall, Tim Smith. Finance/Funding Alternatives - Interpretive Displays -- Nadine Lucas. Interpretation - Separate But Equal/Ralph Bunche School -- Nadine Lucas, James Johnson, Gwendolyn Lewis, Elaine Harvey, Urzetta Lewis. Subcommittee members said they met a few times. They distributed an outline for a planned brochure that would cite historic dates related to school integration. Business Plan -- Ruby Brabo, Nadine Lucas, Linwood Thomas, Gale Marshall, John Davis. Initial Promotionals -- Linwood Thomas, Nadine Lucas, Tim Smith. The committeeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s charter states: â&#x20AC;&#x153;In an effort to preserve the name of Ralph Bunche, the heritage of the Ralph Bunche School, and the legacy of Dr. Bunche, the Ralph Bunche Advisory Committee is committed to: restoring areas of the school to its former condition to honor the contribution the Ralph Bunche School made to the education of AfricanAmericans in King George County from 1949 through 1967; renovating areas of the school to accommodate future community interests including education, recreation, and socialization; and, maintaining the entire Ralph Bunche site to a standard worthy of the many people who fought to see equality in education become a reality.â&#x20AC;?

New Business: Readying From page 1 A second public hearing by the governing body is planned for next month with action expected to be taken to approve the rezoning request. OTHER COUNTY STEPS At a meeting on May 21 the board approved $52,765 for engineering services related to railroad design and also voted to fund $10,015 for professional surveying services relating to a boundary survey, property line adjustment plat and subdivision plat for the property by Draper Aden Associates. Then, on June 3, the board authorized execution of a facilities construction agreement with Metrocast Communications for construction of a fiber optic cable infrastructure line to the industrial park at a cost to the county of $86,383. That cable project is estimated to be completed by the end of the year. The costs for the countyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s incentives for HGAC to come to King George are coming largely from proceeds from a 2008 Virginia Resources Authority loan to provide infrastructure for utility services for industrial park expansion. The MOU between the county and the rebar firm also indicates the countyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s intent to provide up to $150,000 toward HGACâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s costs for the rail line improvements. HGACâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S STEPS In the meantime, on June 18, HGAC received approval of its application by the Commonwealth Transportation Board (CTB) for Rail Industrial Access grant funds in the amount of $450,000 to construct 4,200 feet of railroad track to serve a consolidated facility at a proposed new site for the company in King George County. HGACâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s rail project would extend the existing rail line by CSX Transportation serving a portion of the King George Industrial Park at an estimated cost of about $800,000. The action by the CTB to approve the grant funding on June 18 revealed that the companyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s relocation to King George would consolidate its two other reinforced steel fabrication manufacturing operations in Virginia into one location. Application information presented to the CTB indicated that HGACâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s move to the countyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s industrial park would entail an estimated $12 million investment, with ten new jobs to be created. Those jobs would be in addition to the other unknown number of positions already existing at the other two locations. The total number of employees that would

be planned at the King George site has not yet been detailed, nor is it known whether personnel in at least some of those positions would move with the company. REZONING REQUEST DETAILS The property subject to the rezoning request is located on the north side of Route 3 about one mile east of the intersection of Routes 3 and Route 665 (Birchwood Road). Access to the property will be from Route 3. The site will be served by water and sewer service that will be provided by the King George County Service Authority extended from the industrial park. The staff report provided the following description of the adjacent zoning and land use. North: Zoning: Industrial (I): Land Uses: 1) Horticulture Greenhouse Site; 2) King George County Industrial Park and 3) King George County Landfill. South: Zoning: Limited Agricultural (A-1): Land Uses: 1) Sand and Gravel Extraction and 2) Agricultural Use. East: Zoning: Rural Agricultural (A-2): Land Uses: 1) Agricultural Use. West: Zoning: Industrial (I) and Limited Agricultural (A-1): Land Uses: 1) Agricultural Land; 2) Mirant Birchwood Power Plant; and 3) Lebanon Fertilizer Plant. The following staff notes relate to the countyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Comprehensive Plan: The property is within the Route 3/West Primary Settlement Area. The Route 3/West Area boundaries begin at Route 3 and 665 extends east along Route to 605, and then north along Route 605 to 665 and includes the King George County Landfill and the Mirant Birchwood Power Facility properties. The area is created to serve as the industrial hub within the County. Industries within this area include the Power Facility, the County Landfill, a 21 acre under glass greenhouse, and the countyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 123acre Industrial Park. The Industrial Park tenants include rebar processor, asphalt plant, and flex space. This area is served by Route 3, is within 16 miles of Fredericksburg and 25 miles of I-95. Two members of the public commented during the public hearing, with Weber Taylor asking about the potential for an increase in traffic on Route 3. A member of the Planning Commission noted that once use of the property is finalized, a traffic study would be provided for site plan review. Resident Debbie Fairfax wanted to know if the county would retain the property if the expected company does not buy it and was told that the county would do so.

FARY SCHOLARSHIP WINNER Zachary Davis Kegley, a recent graduate from King George High School, has been awarded a fouryear scholarship worth $24,000 through the Fary Memorial Scholarship Fund. He will attend Charleston Southern University and plans to study Biochemistry with a pre-medicine emphasis. Zak is the son of Stephen and Traci Kegley and resides in King George. The Thomas Peterson and Alvin Jenettie Roane Fary Memorial Scholarship is a highly competitive scholarship available to students from 16 counties in eastern Virginia. For more information about the scholarship, visit www.faryscholarship.org.

Zachary Davis Kegley, King George HS graduate, was a Fary Memorial Scholarship winner.

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Will Armstead: fueled with gridiron determination Staff Reports

Jim Salyers, Jr.

A rising eighth grader, this fall 13-year old Will is playing tackle football with the KGYAA’s varsity Mavericks.

To meet William Armstead, or simply “Will” to nearly everyone who knows him, is to meet a handsome, polite, unassuming young man. But to know Will Armstead is to recognize an intensely focused young man passionate about athletics generally, but specifically possessing a burning, overriding desire to excel at one sport in particular - football. Fueling this desire is not only Will’s love of the sport commonly referred to as “America’s Passion” – a love developed and secured at age six while participating as a “rookie” in the King George Youth Athletic Association (KGYAA) tackle football program – but also his quest to realize goals he has set for himself. Will’s long-range goals are those which belong to many a young football player his age, and that is to play high school football, enjoy as much success there as possible, and then one day find himself playing college football somewhere on a hardearned scholarship.

In the near term, and with the ever-present, loving encouragement and support of his parents Patrick and Michelle, Will wants to continue to push himself as much as possible, train as hard and effectively as possible, and essentially do all he can do to bring his long-range goals into greater focus, and that much closer to becoming a reality. What Will has just recently undertaken is illustrative of his determination to find success and realize his goals, and greatly representative of the old adage about the rewards often gained from hard work. In late May Will attended Football University’s “FBU 2014” camp in Alexandria. There, over the course three intense days, and in a highly demanding environment he modestly describes as “very challenging”, Will had a clear set of goals in mind – work hard, get noticed, separate himself as much as possible from the very “talented” mass of camp participants, and ultimately be considered in the top tier and “selected” to attend Football University’s prestigious

“Top Gun” clinic in Dublin, Ohio. This he did, and as his mother Michelle succinctly tells it (but with obvious pride), “He went [to FBU 2014] to get nominated for Top Gun. He worked hard and accomplished his goal.” That hard work propelled Will to be recognized for his “outstanding performance as a Running Back”, and rewarded with a rare opportunity to brush shoulders with players from all over the country who are considered to be “the best at their respective positions.” And so, motivated by his accomplishment, and leveraging his ongoing participation in personal training sessions - weightlifting, conditioning, agilities, ball-handling, etc. Will now excitedly prepares for the Top Gun event next week, July 21-23, in Dublin. Described as the “culmination of Football University’s 30-camp nationwide tour gathering the most elite performers from the United States”, and supported by nearly 100 current and former NFL players and

coaches, over 800 elite youth and high school football players from across the country - all, like Will, hand-picked - are expected to attend. For Will, driven as he is, and counting “determination” among some of the greatest life lessons learned while playing football, Top Gun not only represents one goal realized, but an opportunity to work towards another – getting invited to participate in the Eastbay Youth All-American Bowl. The competition for those coveted roster spots will be absolutely tremendous, but as Will has already so clearly demonstrated, there can be but little doubt that he will do all he possibly can to realize that goal as well. And so it goes with Will Armstead. Behind the polite, unassuming persona is a young man fueled by the love of a sport, a passion for competition, and an unrelenting drive to do what it takes to achieve goals near and far.

Pierce qualifies for U.S. Women’s Amateur Leonard Banks Sports editor Hannah Pierce is making the best of her post undergraduate years. Most recently, after placing fourth at the U.S. Women’s Amateur Sectional Qualifier in Beallsville, MD, the legendary Battlefield golfer qualified for the U.S. Women’s Amateur. After a stunning high school career that included three individual championships, and impacting the Longwood University Lancers with three stellar seasons, Pierce is on the threshold of professional possibili-

ties. “I am very excited to be a part of the U.S. Women’s Amateur Championship this year,” Pierce said. “It is an honor just to make it through qualifying and be able to compete with many of the world’s top amateurs.” With graduate school as her primary focus, Pierce entered the tournament with nothing to lose and everything to gain. Relying on her course skills, and knowledge of the game, Pierce surpassed four golfers ahead of her to finish with 34-38-72. “I went into the qualifier with no expectations, other than to try and

“I went into the qualifier with no expectations, other than to try and play the game the way I knew I was capable.”

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play the game the way I knew I was capable. I had been working hard on my short game leading up to the tournament and had make a breakthrough with my bunker play, chipping, and putting. That made a world of difference and I would not have made it through the qualifier with-

out my newfound short game. I will keep working extremely hard leading up to the tournament and hope to do well in the championship.” The U.S. Women’s Amateur will take place on Aug. 4, at Nassau Country Club, in Glen Cove, N.Y.

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OGBC second annual soccer camp impacts area youth Leonard Banks Sports editor

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For the love of soccer! After a day of practice, OGBC kids remember the importance of sportsmanship.

From Christian devotion to summer time fun, they are having the time of their lives. For one full week at Dyer Field, on the grounds of Oak Grove Baptist Church, the soccer fields were flooded with kids, with the mindset of learning the fundamentals of the most popular sport in the world. Soccer skill stations were set up with a focus on passing, footwork, scoring, locking of feet & legs, corner kicks, and cardio-exercise. After a successful 2013 debut, the Oak Grove Baptist Church Summer Camp committee decided to include the camp in their first eight-week summer camp program. “We’ve taken the baseball camp format of coach Steve Swope’s Drifter Camp that was run for many years,” Chase Davidson said. “The stations are active for periods of 20-30 minutes. After a break for lunch, we will have a period of competitive game play.”

Soccer games include older players versus younger players, with each group divided into four teams. Each team will play a different group every day, and on the final day a tournament is played to determine top teams of the camp. Before going out on to the field, camp participants began each session of the camp with devotion and prayer at the church. “If we come out of this week, not giving the kids a better understanding of the lord, then we have failed,” Davidson said. Camp competition winners included: shooting distance: Eli Preston, Avery Shiflett; moving target: Parker Schill, Aubrey Shiflett; five ball challenge: Alijah Shelton, Vanessa Alicea; championship winners, junior group USA 3, America 2: Parker Schill, Caleb Shiflett, Sierra Snipes, Eli Preston; championship winners, senior group: Nicholas Gifford, Aubrey Shiflett, Madeline Vougioukles; camp award winners Christlike: Addison Heasley, Leah Phillips, Thomas III; most improved: Sierra Snipes, Nicholas Gifford; most

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valuable player: Parker Schill, Luke Mulloy. One of the primary goals of the camp is to instill the fundamentals of soccer into the minds of the younger kids. The importance of player conduct is also emphasized with the explanation red and yellow card flag warnings. A familiarity with soccer terminology is also a primary focus of the camp. “From day one, we go over what we expect from them; we’ve been very fortunate to have a great group of kids this week.” Daphne Davidson is the camp’s director of activities, and her assistants include Chase Davidson, Michael Proudfoot (soccer coordinator), Jason Hickson, and the OGBC youth group.

Other camps included in the eight-week summer session are art, volleyball, drama, baseball, science, and flag football. With the construction of Oak Grove Baptist Church’s Family Life Center underway, the future for more recreational activities will soon begin to blossom into a positive array of opportunities for adults and kids. From basketball to educational enrichment programs, the Family Life Center will buzzing with an abundance of events for every member of the family. The camp will end on Aug. 22. For more information on Oak Grove Baptist Church summer camp activities, go online to www.ogbcfamily. org.

KGP&R Youth Volleyball Camp, a hit with aspiring players Leonard Banks Sports editor From aspiring youth at the fifth grade level to veteran high school players, the King George community has embraced the game of volleyball. Thanks in part to the King George High School volleyball coaches, Drew and Jill Wine, the game is quickly gaining popularity. Whether through the King George Parks & Recreation sponsored Youth Volleyball Camp or with the 14 & under and 16 & under Virginia Flyers volleyball travel team, the sport is attracting some of the high school’s top athletes. “We encouraged them to work hard, take risks, don’t be afraid to fail, ask questions so that they will get better,” Drew Wine said. “Nothing is personal when we give them constructive feedback, and ultimately they will have fun.” Recently, for four days, the Youth Volleyball Camp introduced and reintroduced 28 rising 5th and 6th

grade girls to the fundamentals associated with volleyball. Each day, players were physically drilled on the importance of passing, serving, defense, communicating, and hitting. While the significance of strengthening volleyball skills was the focus of the camp, many players such as rising seventh grader Riley Powell benefited from meeting new friends. “I made improvements on serving, passing, spiking, while having fun with my friends,” Powell said. A huge emphasis was placed on the technical aspects of volleyball. For instance, a player must always have her wrists and hands together while executing a pass. It provides a simple and straight platform for them to build on. Also, their arms must be low for consistent passes, and the player must always face the person they are passing to. As for hitting, the player should focus on using systematic steps until it becomes a natural part of her game

routine. Throughout the summer many high school and middle school athletes pursue numerous activities to stay in shape. According to Wine, the best way for a volleyball player to stay in shape, while improving her game skills is to play volleyball. “If we improve one percent every day for 22 days, we will be 25% better at whatever skill we are performing,” Wine said. As for the King George travel volleyball team, the Virginia Flyers, they remain an outlet for freshmen through senior players to use during the off-season. Various members of the varsity high school team have attended camps at VCU, the Naval Academy, and Randolph-Macon College. On Aug. 2, the Foxes varsity volleyball team will compete in a scrimmage at the Fredericksburg Volleyball Club. Competing schools featured include King George, Colonial Forge, Riverbend, and Mountain View.

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Ryleigh Lewis demonstrates the proper volleyball hand usage required to return a pass.

Northern Neck Rivermen open the new season with a victory over Arbutus Leonard Banks Sports editor King George High School Stadium quickly became the scene for the best in semi-pro football on Saturday night, as the Northern Neck Rivermen started the 2014 Mason Dixon Football League Northern Division off in style by defeating archrival and conference foe, Arbutus Big Red, 2822. In the first quarter, Barrett Hollingsworth kicked a 24-yard field goal to give the Rivermen a slim 3-0 lead. Later in the first quarter, Adeola Ogunwenmo bolted in from a yard out to extend their lead to 10-0. The Rivermen continued to apply pressure on both sides on the ball in the second quarter. On offense Hollingsworth blasted a 27-yard field goal, while Mike Howard rumbled in from three yards out to give them a seemingly comfortable 20-0 lead at halftime. However, five minutes into the third quarter, Arbutus scored on an eight yard pass to cut the lead to 20-6. Later in the third, the Big Red capitalized on a Rivermen turnover (interception) that resulted in a touchdown. The Rivermen responded with an Ogunwenmo 8-yard run, giving them a 28-14 lead with the twopoint conversion. Although Arbutus rushed for a touchdown with five minutes left, the Rivermen defense suffocated their offense for the rest the game. At the end, the Rivermen defeated Arbutus 28-22. After losing in the playoffs during the 2013 season to the Big Red, and returning with a victory over their

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After dispensing of the Arbutus Big Red, members of the Rivermen meet at midfield for a team photo. Maryland rivals, it appears that the “Based on what happened last headed in the right direction,” RiverRivermen are off to another solid year, and being able to respond, and men head coach, Dennis Cornwell season. beat them, it definitely feels like we’re said.

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2014 Northern Neck Rivermen player roster 0 Tim Short WR 1 Mike Howard WR, Cb 2 Derrick Manning LB 3 Larry Catlett CB 4 Walt Covington QB 5 TJ Ford LB 6 Sid Thompson LB 7 Dominic Fields LB 8 Joshua Steel WR 9 Chris Campbell LB 10 Mike Vann RB 11 Devonte Reynolds FS 12 William Hoover QB 13 Barrett Hollingsworth K 15 Derrick Williams CB 16 Alon Clipper WR 17 CJ Jones LB 18 Marcus Robinson WR 19 Daniel Barnes RB 20 Laslow Pickett LB 23 Adeola Ogunwemo RB 24 Antonio Fernanders RB 25 Bryan Doswell WR 26 Michael Beall C 27 Marcus Williams RB

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Fawn Lake use depth to overwhelm Dahlgren Sharks Elizabeth Guthrie

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Dahlgren Shark Swimmers of the Week, Arwen Downum (left) and Matt Macaluso (right) are proud athletes who understand the significance of hard work.

The Dahlgren Sharks traveled to Fawn Lake last week, faced a team with twice the number of swimmers, and lost by a score of 167-342. Many Sharks enjoyed time improvements and thirteen-year old Alex Poley earned a triple win in 50 free (29.96), 50 back (36.78), and 50 breaststroke (42.21). Other first place finishes scored by the Sharks are as follows (times are in meters): Katie Poley (6) – 25 free (23.91); Adriana Minero (8) – 25 free (19.03), 25 Fly (22.64); Marie Macaluso (10) - 25 free (16.69), 25 back (21.64); Jenna Kapp (11) – 100 free (1:08.76), 50 fly (32.89); Connor Sembower (12) – 50 back (41.83), Gabriela Thompson (13) – 100 free (1:04.80); and Julian Bonilla-Vazquez (16) – 100 free (59.59), 50 back (34.76). Our relay teams did not fare as well, however. The following placed first for the team: Boys 13-14 freestyle (Eddie, Tidwell, Matt Macaluso, Dylan Phipps, Alex Poley) (1:00.88); Boys 15-18 freestyle (Emphraim Hall, Matt Minero, Tyler Serpa, Julian Bonilla-Vazquez)(55/15);

and Girls 18 & Under freestyle (Adriana Minero, Marie Macaluso, Jenna Kapp, Gabriela Thompson, Madison DeClute) (1:23.19). Two dual meets remain on the schedule. The Sharks travel once again, on July 16; this time up Interstate 95 to Woodlands. The meet begins at 6 p.m. Swimmers of the Week Our girls’ swimmer of the week has been on the team for two years now. Gymnastics is eight-year old Arwen Downum’s first sport, but she works hard at swimming, and shows great potential in the pool. Arwen always wears a smile-- whether she’s standing on the blocks ready to dive in, or at practice, waiting for the next set. But don’t let that fool you, she moves fast in the water. She usually places and scores points in all her events at every meet. At our meet with Austin Ridge, Arwen placed 2nd in both 25 free (20.16) and 25 fly (31.37). Last week at Fawn Lake, against a much tougher team, she placed fifth in both 25 free (19.95) and 25 fly (27.43); but most importantly, she improved her times in

Spotsylvania YMCA over Hammerheads Leonard Banks Sports editor Last Wednesday, the Hopyard Hammerheads were unsuccessful in their bid to topple host Spotsylvania YMCA, although the meet was close, with a final score of 282-214. In spite of the loss the Hammerheads featured three triple winners in the form of Abby Wilson, Nate Wilson and Catherine Wilson. Abby’s wins occurred in the girls 13-14 50 butterfly, 30.75; girls 50meter backstroke, 31.81 and girls 50-meter breaststroke, 35.71. Catherine’s wins included girls 15-18 50meter butterfly; girls 13-18 50-meter breaststroke, 37.59 and girls 15-18 100-meter IM, 1:12.75. Nate’s wins included boys 13-14 50-meter butterfly, 29.07; boys 1314 50-meter breaststroke, 29.84 and boys 13-14 100-meter IM, 1:01.69. Rebecca Miller finished the meet with double wins in the girls 8 & under 25-meter freestyle (21.38), and the girls 8 & under 25-meter back-

stroke (33.69). Reilly Kroll finished the meet with double wins in the boys 1318 100-meter freestyle (57.29), and the boys 15-18 50-meter backstroke, 30.02. As for Spotsylvania YMCA, they featured the following triple winners: Ashley Wang, Moira Euker, Logan Euker, and Bridger Johnson. On Wednesday, July 16, Hopyard will host Country Club. The meet will start at 6 p.m. Additional Hammerhead first place winners included: Sean Dameron, boys 6 & under, 25-meter freestyle, 29.57; Megan Garcia, girls 8 & under 25-meter freestyle, 25.40; Natalie Knoke, girls 9-10 25-meter backstroke, 21.28; Bryce Kuberek, boys 9-10 25-meter freestyle, 15.59; Cole Lipinski, boys 13-14 50-meter breaststroke, 46.59; Chase Manard, boys 15-18 freestyle 50-meter freestyle, 24.36; boys 15-18 50-meter breaststroke, 33.28; Jessica Miller, girls 13-18 100-meter freestyle, 59.75; girls 13-14 50-meter freestyle, 28.22.

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Country Club edge Eels, 278-222 Leonard Banks Sports editor Last Wednesday, the Eden Estate Eels lost another tough dual meet to Country Club, 278-222. Country Club featured five triple winners in the form of Nikki Reeves, Kari Anne Kilkenney, Lexi Osleger, Brad Allision, and Matt Howard. As for the Eels, the following swimmers finished with double victories: Braden Clatterbuck, CJ Crocker, and Benjamin Foringer. On Wednesday, July 16, the Eels will travel to Spotswood, while Country Club is scheduled to travel to Hopyard. Eden Estate first place winners include: Heather Albert, girls 12-18 100-meters, 1:10.41; Eden Estates, boys 8 & under 100-meter relay, 1:43.69; Eden Estates, boys 9-10 100-meter freestyle relay, 1:26.62; Eden Estates boys 13-14 100-meter freestyle relay, 1:10.61; Eden Estates girls 15-18 100-meter freestyle re-

lay, 1:04.03; Eden Estates boys 1518 100-meter freestyle relay, 51.03; Braden Clatterbuck, boys 8 & under 25-meter freestyle, 22.44; Victoria Foringer, girls 9-10 25-meter freestyle, 17.63; Emma Morrow, girls 13-14 50-meter freestyle, 32.52; CJ Crocker, boys 8 & under 25-meter butterfly, 30.83; Elizabeth Wardman, girls 9-10 25-meter butterfly, 24.17; Benjamin Foringer, boys 13-14 50meter butterfly, 40.91; Amy Howell, girls 15-18 50-meter butterfly, 30.06; Mollie Billingsley, girls 8 & under 25-meter backstroke, 24.58; CJ Crocker, boys 8 & under 25-meter backstroke, 28.83; Gabe Courtney, boys 9-10 25-meter backstroke, 24.85; Joshua Lusk, boys 11-12 50-meter backstroke, 44.41; Grace Clatterbuck, girls 11-12 50-meter backstroke, 53.16; Kolin Johnson, boys 13-14 50-meter backstroke, 37.43; Braden Clatterbuck, boys 8 & under 25-meter breaststroke, 31.48; Addison Billingsley, boys 9-10 25-meter breaststroke, 26.15;

both events. Her fast freestyle helps the eight and under girls freestyle relay usually place first, and she gets the Girls’ Graduated B-Relay off to a fast start every week. Good job, Arwen, we’re proud of you! Our boys’ swimmer of the week has been on the team since 2010 and keeps the 13-14 age group in strong competition. Fourteen year old Matt Macaluso also swims year round with the Potomac Raiders. He regularly practices every morning first with the Raiders, then hops back in the pool for an hour’s practice with the Sharks. Matt willingly swims any event he is asked to do and scores points every time he hits the water. At the meet with Austin Ridge, Matt placed second in 100 freestyle 1:09.97 and 50 fly (37.52), and first in 50 breaststroke (37.35). The next week at Fawn Lake, he improved his time in 100 free (1:08.33) placing fourth, and in 50 fly (36.14) he placed second. Matt, you work hard every day, and we’re glad you’re on our team!

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Athletes from all over the eastern seaboard traveled to complete in the 30th annual Pohanka Nissan/Hyundai YMCA Colonial Beach Sprint Triathlon and Pohanka Honda YMCA Colonial Beach International Triathlon.

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Several Northern Neck Groups join forces to help wildlife rehabilitation center The Northern Neck Master Gardeners provided rain barrels to the Wild Bunch Wildlife Rehabilitation facility near Warsaw, Virginia, to irrigate the demonstration native plant garden that the Northern Neck Native Plant Society (NNNPS) will establish there. Funding for the rain barrels was provided by a grant from the North-

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RCC student Kyle Forst (at center) accepts the congratulations of Certiport officials on his winning one of the six spots on the United States team that will compete in the 2014 Certiport Microsoft Office Specialist World Championships.

own trip to the United States championships in Atlanta in order to cheer Forst on to his victory. Forst is proud to note that he has not taken a single day of absence since starting high school. In addition to his academic achievements, he has represented Middlesex on the track team in in 9th and 10th grades, the wrestling team in 10th grade, and the cross-country team in 10th and 11th grades.

High schoolers experience STEM at RCC A variety of fascinating sessions— geocaching, creating movies or video games, and designing robots or bedroom décor—gave high school students an enjoyable way to get familiar with the world of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) at Rappahannock Community College’s first “Camp Xploration,” June 23-26. “The students were extremely engaged and respectful,” says the project chair, RCC professor of information systems technology Ruth Greene, “which made the event great for all the teachers and coordinators. The instructors provided rich, interactive learning opportunities, and we hope the students gained a new interest in STEM-related careers.” Parents praised the coordinators for setting up an easy-to-navigate process, and agreed, “The kids really enjoyed it”—a statement borne out by the most frequent comment from participants, “It was fun!” “The activities in which we participated in were eye-opening,” said one teen. “I feel like this is a good school,” said another, while a third praised the “very nice facility, good staff, and nice resources.” Most participants agreed, “I learned a lot.”

Stratford Hall’s Summer Institute for Teachers Underway This Week

RCC student in line for world computer championship Out of over 300,000 entrants from across the United States, Kyle Forst of Middlesex County has been chosen as one of six persons who will compete against representatives of 120 other nations at the 2014 Certiport Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) World Championships in Anaheim, California. Winning in the category of Microsoft Word 2010, Forst received a Microsoft Surface™ Tablet and a trophy, in addition to the allexpenses-paid trip to Anaheim. “He has proven his superior knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, the most popular productivity tools in the world, and we wish him the best as he competes at the World Championship,” says Bob Whelan, president and chief executive officer for Pearson VUE (the parent company of Certiport, which arranged the timed exams and interviews on Microsoft Office Word, Excel and PowerPoint programs that constituted the national championship.) Now a rising senior, Forst has been earning straight As in general curricular subjects at Middlesex High School, as well as the advanced computer classes (offered through a partnership with Rappahannock Community College) that he studies for half the day at Bridging Communities Regional Career and Technical Center in New Kent County. These classes, covering software development, operating systems, web design, and game design, have already qualified him for an RCC career studies certificate in web design as well as six Microsoft Office Specialist certificates, three Microsoft Technology Associate certificates, and one Microsoft Office Specialist Master certificate. The dedicated instructors at Bridging Communities go above and beyond their duties in many ways; one of them, Paula Canaday, paid for her

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Stratford Hall, the historic home of the Lees of Virginia, is holding its 4th Annual Summer Institute this week, hosting history, geography and Virginia studies teachers. The participants are elementary, secondary, college and pre-service teachers, who have received Mary Dell Pritzlaff Fellowships. The teachers are experiencing first hand, the land and the lifestyle of the 18th Century plantation on the Potomac River and viewing history and geography through the eyes of Virginia planters, farmers and enslaved Africans. “No one can go back in time, but you can learn from the places where history was made, the preserved and reconstructed landscapes of times past, and the documented evidence of the people who were building the

blocks of out nation,” said Jon Bachman, Stratford Hall’s public events manager. Among thee speakers during the four-day institute, which opened Wednesday, are well-known Southern historical author Dr. Jon Kukla; Dr. Cynthia Kierner, a professor and author from George Mason University; Dr. Ed Kineman, an associate professor at Longwood University; Dr. Kevin Hardwick, an associate professor from James Madison University; and Lisa Brennan-Webb, a master teacher in the Chesapeake, Virginia school system. Participants were selected for the fellowships and the expense free Summer Institute after applying for this highly sought program. The teachers will receive graduate credits through the University of Richmond and are being housed at

Stratford Hall during the four-day event. On Thursday, Dr. Kukla will travel with the participating teachers to Montross, where they will visit the old Westmoreland County Courthouse and discuss the historical significance of Richard Henry Lee and the Leedstown Resolutions, which set the stage for the American Revolution. Stratford Hall is a 1,900-acre Westmoreland County plantation that was not only the home to Richard Henry Lee and Francis Lightfoot Harry Lee, both signers of the Declaration of Independence, but also Arthur Lee, Henry Lee III and Robert E. Lee. Stratford Hall is open to the public, and there are tours of the great house from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily. More information can be obtained from stratfordhall.org or by calling 804-493-8038.

Randolph Reynolds joins BOL board KILMARNOCK — Bay Banks of Virginia, Inc. (OTCQB: BAYK), holding company of Bank of Lancaster and Bay Trust Company, announces that Randolph N. Reynolds, Jr. has been elected to Bank of Lancaster’s Board of Directors. “We are pleased and honored to welcome Randy to our Bank Board,” said Randal R. Greene, President and Chief Executive Officer. “With our recent expansion into the Richmond market, Randy brings a high level of expertise in real estate management and development; and as an established native of Richmond, we look forward to his leadership in assisting us with the tremendous opportunities and growth prospects for our Company.” Reynolds is a graduate of Collegiate School in Richmond. He received his B.A. in Economics from The College of William and Mary and attended graduate school at the University of Richmond. Reynolds is a partner of Reynolds Development Company, LLC, a private real estate management and development company which he co-founded in 2001. The company specializes in commercial real estate investing, management and development. In Richmond, the company owns and manages Reynolds Crossing, which consists of approximately 585,000 square feet of leased Class A office space, approximately 18 developable acres and a full-service Westin Hotel.

Following a two-year move to Switzerland after graduation, where he worked on the LME Metal Trading Desk, Reynolds accepted a project management job for Reynolds Metals Development Company in Ft. Lauderdale, FL. During his time in Florida, Reynolds assisted with various residential, commercial and industrial real estate development projects throughout the State of Florida. Reynolds developed the first hurricane resistant aluminum intensive residential house using thermally broken aluminum 6063 alloy extrusions. His development team won an International Extrusion Award, and Reynolds was subsequently awarded the Key to the City of Ft. Pierce, FL for his work with Neighborhood Housing Services of Fort Pierce. In 1998, Reynolds returned to Richmond and joined the Bauxite & Alumina Division of Reynolds Metals heading up the export sales of Reynolds Chemical and High Purity Alumina products. He served as both Export Sales Manager and Global Sales & Marketing Manager. In 2000, he co-founded and served as Vice President and Strategic Partner Development for an internet market for aluminum products called OnlineAluminum.com, which later merged with a New York city-based company. Active in civic affairs, Reynolds currently serves on the Board of the Longwood School of Business and the Richmond YMCA. He

has previously served on the Board of Trustees for Collegiate School in Richmond; as Chairman of the Real Estate Foundation Board of the College of William and Mary; and as Chairman of the Foreign Trade Zone Subcommittee of St. Lucie County, FL Economic Development Council. As a supporter of the United Way, in 1998 Reynolds was awarded a position in the United Way’s “Capital Society” for participation in its Leadership Giving Program; and he graduated from the LEAD Virginia program in 2010. “I am excited to be a part of Bank of Lancaster’s expansion into the Richmond market,” said Reynolds. “The growth potential is huge for Bank of Lancaster, and I am delighted to join this innovative team of seasoned professionals in helping build businesses throughout our area.”

Classifieds HELP WANTED Richmond TimesDispatch; Adult newspaper routes available in Northern Neck Region area. Carriers are independent contractors. Please contact Lonnie Briggs @ (804) 775-2765. 7/30b CHURCH ORGANIST NEEDED; Historic St. Peter‚Äôs Episcopal Church, Oak Grove VA, Route 3 and Rte. 205 for 9:15 Sunday service. Contact Helen Beverly (540)775-3711 hvbeverly@gmail.com. 7/16b INSTALLER/SERVICE TECHNICIAN HELP WANTED: Local Telecommunications Company is seeking 1 full time Service Technician in the King George area. Requirements are HS diploma or equivalent, valid driver‚Äôs license with proven good record, ability to lift 75 lbs, customer relation skills, and able to work nonstandard hours. Formal electronics training, NCTI, SCTE Certification or equivalent are preferred. EOE. DMV/ drug screening required. Benefit package after 60 days. Mail resume to: Attn: Jacquelyn Thomas, PO Box 1147, Saluda, VA 23149, or jacquelyn. thomas@metrocast.com. No phone calls accepted. 7/16b Holiday Inn Express

Dahlgren/King George has immediate openings for Breakfast Hostess/ Laundry Attendant and Housekeeper. Must be available weekdays and weekends. Apply in person at the Hotel on Route 301 N. 7/16b HELP WANTED; DELIVERY DRIVER PART TIME TUES-FRI. DONOVAN MARINE HAS IMMEDIATE OPENING FOR DRIVER TO DELIVER TO MARINE CUTOMERS IN NORTHERN NECK VIRGINIA. CLEAN MVR RECORD, MUST HAVE CELL PHONE WITH HANDS FREE. VEHICLE IS PROVIDED. E M A I L - G K I LT O N @ D O N O VA N M A R I N E . COM FOR INTERVIEW. 7/23p Fox Towne Adult Day Care Center is now hiring for part time RN’s, LPN’s and Medical Technician also Volunteers are needed. Located conveniently on Rt. 3 in King George near the courthouse. To apply

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OPEN HOUSE - 6701 Blackburn Run, King George - SUNDAY, JULY 20TH - 2PM TO 5PM. COME VIEW THIS 3 LEVEL COLONIAL ON 11.6 BEAUTIFUL WOODED ACRES! Many features incl. hardwood flooring thruout main level, 4 bdrms, 2 1/2 baths, mstr bdrm w/ seating area, guest bath w/claw tub, SS appliances, break nook and more! Vicki (540) 645-1369 Marine Property Management. 7/16p Cottage for Rent in CB. 2 Bedroom, 1 Bath. $900.00/month includes water. Washer/Dryer, Kitchen/Dining Combo, Living Room, Nice Small Yard. Good Credit & Deposit Required. Call (540) 514-8520. 7/16p FOR RENT WENDOVER SQUARE SUBDIVISION: Single Family Home. 4

Bedroom, 3 Full Baths, Two Car Garage. Available Immediately For $1,600 Per Month. Call (540) 775-0500. 7/23b Townhouse for Rent in KG; 2 Bedrooms, 1 Bath. W&D, Refrigerator, Stove. Some Utilities Paid. Clean, Freshly Painted. No Pets. $885.00 Month Plus Deposit. Call (540) 429-5826. 7/23p For Sale By Owner: 2 BD Rambler, 1 Bath, Att. Garage, Laundry Room, & Shed. 339 Rolando Dr., West. Shores. $103.000 ($5,000 below appraisal). Call Sheri (540) 621-1365 or (540) 837-1867. 7/23p Townhouse for Rent Mallard’s Landing Dahlgren - two Bedrooms two & half baths $1100.00 Month plus security deposit - No Pets. Available 7/1/14 - 301259-2262 or 301-6435595. 7/16p

RENTAL-OFFICE Private Professional Offices From $350 Per Month. Larger Suites Available. Wendover One Office Building. Wired For Computer Networking. Front & Rear Entrances. Includes ALL Utilities, Ample Parking, Handicapped-Accessible Restrooms, 1 Block Off rt. 3 Adjacent To Post Office. No Build Out Cost! Ready To Move In! Call (540) 775-6788 Sheila@ charlestoncobuilders.com. ufn

SERVICES Will do cleaning in Colonial Beach. House’s or Business. Call Jimmy (804) 224-8929. 7/16p

YARD/MOVING/ GARAGE SALE Garage Sale, Friday & Saturday, July 19th & 20th. 8 AM - 2 PM. 11277 Shady Lane (off Rt. 206/ Eden DR.) KG. 7/16p

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ABANDONED VESSELS Notice is hereby given that the following vessels have been abandoned for more than 60 DAYS on the property of Fairview Beach Yacht Club, 6338 Riverview Drive, King George, VA 22485, 540-775-0407 1989 Regal boat, hull RGMH1599D989, registration MD2563AY 1993 Chris Craft boat, hull CCVGF126H293, registration VA6672AG Application for Watercraft Registration/ Title will be made in accordance with Section 29,1-733.1 of the Code of Virginia if these vessels are not claimed and removed within 30 days of first publication of this notice. Please contact the Virginia Department of Game and Inland Fisheries with questions. 7 /16/14, 7/23/14, 7/30/14

We are pledged to the letter and spirit of Virginia’s Policy for achieving equal housing opportunity throughout the Commonwealth. We encourage and support advertising and marketing programs in which there are no barriers to obtaining housing because of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, elderliness, familial status, or handicap. All real estate advertised herein is subject to Virginia’s fair housing law which makes it illegal to advertise “any preference, limitation, or discrimination because of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, elderliness, familial status, or handicap or intention to make any such preference, limitation, or discrimination.” This newspaper will not knowingly accept advertising for real estate that violates the fair housing law. Our readers are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspaper are available on an equal opportunity basis. For more information or to file a housing complaint call the Virginia Fair Housing Office at (804) 367-8530. Toll free call (888) 551-3247. For the hearing impaired call (804) 367-9753.

SALE / ADOPTION Wendys Feline Friends. C a t s a n d ki t t e n s f o r adoption. Many different colors and ages. All fixed with rabies shot. See pics at westmoreland. petfinder.org. For more information call Wendy 804-224-1079

Animals Available For Adoption. TheAnimal Welfare League has dogs and cats available for adoption. For more information please call 804-435-0822, 804-4356320. Hours Monday, Wed., & Friday. 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Lots of animals are at the shelter call 804-462-7175.

TRUSTEE’S SALE OF 4358 Potomac Drive IRTA 4360 Potomac Drive Dahlgren, VA 22448

In execution of a Deed of Trust in the original principal amount of $66,500.00, dated October 22, 2002, recorded among the land records of the Circuit Court for King George County on October 22, 2002, as Instrument Number 200210220056500, in Deed Book 0409, at Page 740, 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 July 23, 2014 at 9:30 AM, the property described in said deed of trust, located at the above address and briefly described as: All that certain lot, piece or parcel of land situate, lying and being in Potomac Magisterial District, of King George County, Virginia, containing 1.00 acre, more or less, as shown on a plat of survey made by Harrison & Associates, CLS, dated February 14, 1992, of record in Plat Book 14, Page 254, in the Clerk’s Office of the Circuit Court of King George County, Virginia.. Tax ID: 9B-1-23A. TERMS OF SALE: ALL CASH. A bidder’s deposit of $6,600.00 or 10% of the sale price, whichever is lower, will be required in cash, certified or cashier’s check. 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. Loan Type: Conv/FNMA (Trustee # 528770) Substitute Trustee: ALG Trustee, LLC, C/O Atlantic Law Group, LLC PO Box 2548, Leesburg, VA 20177, (703) 777-7101, website: http://www. atlanticlawgrp.com FEI # 1074.00791 07/09/2014, 07/16/2014

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Upcoming events and info for hunters Mark Fike Virginia Outdoor Sportsman Show Aug. 8 — Aug. 10 are the dates for the 31st annual Virginia Outdoor Sportsman Show. I have attended the show off and on for many years. The last few years the show has really upped the bar by relocating to a nicer venue that has air conditioning, larger buildings and many more vendors. The show is held at the Richmond Raceway Complex in Richmond. It begins Friday, Aug. 8, at 4 pm and ends at 9 pm before reopening Saturday, Aug. 9, at 9 am -7 pm. Aug. 10, the hours are 10 am-6 pm. If you are into celebrities you may be interested to know that Fred Abbas, who stars on ‘A Way Outdoors’ will be on hand Friday at 7 pm, and Saturday and Sunday at 3 pm. He will give a presentation on deer hunting. Kip Cambell of Red Arrow TV, who is from Virginia, will be on hand to talk about his show and hunting on Friday at 6 pm, Saturday at 1 pm and Sunday at 2 pm.

Swamp People fans will line up to see RJ and Jay Paul. They hunt alligators in the swamps and dispatch them with a .22 rifle. Some of the gators are nearly as big as their 14 foot jon boat. They plan on being on hand throughout the show to talk to folks. Also look for some of our local “celebrities” such as the VDGIF K-9 officers, wildlife biologists and conservation police officers. They typically wander around making themselves available to the public to answer questions and chat about hunting. The Virginia Deer Classic, the Virginia Open Turkey Calling Championship and the Virginia Decoy Gunning Contest will also take place. There will be over 350 booths that carry cooking supplies, shooting supplies, gun dog supplies, clothing, hunting equipment, artwork, taxidermy and outfitters. This is a great family event. I typically enjoy browsing through the artwork and cooking booths but this is also a great place to learn about outfitters, see new hunting gear, purchase gear and your hunting

license or even watch a presenter and learn more about hunting. Don’t forget to browse the huge deer mounts on display and see the decoys. If you think someone cut a turkey loose in the building, rest assured it is a two legged variety, but human, not the feathered kind. A lot can be learned by listening to callers do their thing. Tickets are $10 per day or $15 for a weekend pass. Kids under 15 are free with a paying adult. Go to sportamanshow.com for more info. While you are at the Sportsman Show look for the Virginia Deer Hunters Association (VDHA) booth. I cannot think of another organization besides VDGIF that does more for whitetail deer hunters than VDHA. They were founded in 1985 and have grown tremendously over the years. Since their inception they have accomplished many things including becoming an active and successful lobbying group representing hunters before the Virginia State Assembly, local governments and VDGIF. In fact, VDHA heavily supports VDGIF with research projects related to deer

hunting and management. Their publication (I admit I do freelance for them from time to time) is top notch with articles on habitat management, deer biology, cooking, hunting gear and much more. VDGIF’s deer project manager often submits a run down on the past deer season to the publication each spring. VDHA also raises funds through banquets for other things such as youth hunts and disabled veterans hunts. I have been a member for a number of years and have never regretted it. You can view their website at www.virginiadeerhunters.org. One last benefit to join this organization that would be of interest to readers is the Hunt Club Liability Insurance. They offer up to a million in liability coverage. Many landowners are requiring some sort of liability insurance. This is one of the few places you can get such coverage. There is no deductible, offers additional leasing opportunities, landowner coverage available, emergency medical transportation coverage, fire liability and more.

Above: VDHA will have tables or booths set up at the show. Stop by and consider joining! Right: K-9 officers are also going to be on hand to discuss their role in protecting our resources and helping hunters.

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Outdoor Report Fishing has been good but still tough once the sun gets up. Fish early and late to beat the heat and catch more fish. Rappahannock River---Catfish continue to bite well on the Rappahannock River. Some are still coming off the spawn but most are done. Fresh cutbait is the best bait. Bass were reportedly still hitting topwater in the creeks and creek mouths early. Try finesse worms during the day on woody structure. Potomac River— Croaker are biting in the river up to Eagle’s Nest but most of the fish are very small. Ken’s Tackle in Spotsylvania reported that from Colonial Beach down to Westmoreland State Park the bite is better. Try shrimp. Aqua Land reported good striper action with some keepers mixed in. Fish the lumps and drop offs with jigs, sassy shads, jerkbaits and RatL Traps. Some small bluefish showed up this week too. No puppy drum to speak off. Squid

continues to be the best seller at Aqua Land. Ponds Ken’s told us that ponds were good for crappie on small minnows. Motts Run Reservoir reported great catfish action on chicken livers down by the dam. Some very nice bluegill are being taken around the ramp in the coves. Saltwater Croaker continue to hit very consistently from our area all the way down to Virginia Beach. Cobia are hitting in the bay. The mack bite picked up and the spades also picked up. A few nice flatties were taken at the Cell but the bite is still off. Puppy drum are hitting in the lower bay now. Captain Ryan Rogers of the Midnight Sun 804-580-0245 now is at Virginia Beach. The spadefish bite continues to be decent. However, his offshore deep dropping trips are really

good. Barrel fish, mahi mahi, grouper, and tilefish are hitting. July 23rd is his last day at Virginia Beach. Then The Midnight Sun will be at Smith Point for macks, red drum, croaker, blues etc… Hunter Education Courses coming up Now is a good time to get your hunter education course done. Here are the upcoming dates for courses locally offered. You must register at the following link to take the course. If for some reason you cannot make it after registering PLEASE call the instructor and cancel your registration so someone else can register. http://register-ed.com/programs/virginia/agency:19 July 21: King George County Recreation Department. Instructor, Buddy Fines, 540/775-7294. Aug. 23: King George County Recreation Department. Instructor, Stanley Burrell,

Above: Croaker are showing up in force on the Potomac River in our area. Most are on the small side though. Right: Striper are being caught just downstream of Aqua Land now. Use jigs and RatLTraps for them. 540/582-5492. Oct. 11: Oak Grove Baptist Church, Westmoreland County. Instructor, Rick Wilks, 540/775-4625. Mark Fike

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Cooperative effort helps protect shoreline at George Washington Birthplace. Thanks to an Impact Grant from the National Park Foundation, a small section of shoreline at George Washington Birthplace National Monument got a big makeover. Led by Brian Lockwood of the National Park Service Mid-Atlantic Exotic Plant Management Team, a group of NPS staff and volunteers recently spent two days planting more than 5000 native grasses and shrubs along a section of shoreline that separates Popes Creek from the Potomac River. Known as The Spit, this tiny bit of beach is an important part of the park’s natural resource base and part of an ongoing project to reduce invasive/exotic plants, help stabilize shoreline and restore habitat for birds and other animals. “George Washington Birthplace is one of only 23 National Park Service sites selected to receive an Impact Grant from the National Park Foundation this year,” says Superintendent Melissa Cobern. “We’re

very excited to have been chosen to receive a grant and grateful to everyone who supported the project. It’s a wonderful example of how partners, volunteers and staff can work together to address important resource

concerns and improve our parks.” Park staff will continue to monitor and care for the plants until they become established and is planning other projects to address invasive/ exotic plants in the area.

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