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Three charged with arson in Colonial Beach school fire Linda Farneth Virginia State Police have announced the arrest of three suspects in connection with the 2014 fire that destroyed the Colonial Beach Elementary School building on Douglas Avenue. Thomas G. Perry, 24, and Parrish Muse, 21, were both indicted by a Westmoreland County grand jury on one count of burglary, one count of conspiracy to commit arson, one count of arson of an unoccupied dwelling, and one count of damage to a public building. The grand jury indicted Carlos Bermudez, 19, on charges of arson of an unoccupied dwelling and trespassing on school property. All three were taken into custody without incident on April 28. The arrests come just three weeks after the Colonial Beach Council approved demolition of the charred shell of the school building. Muse and Perry are being held
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Firefighters struggle to contain the flames as the Colonial Beach High School building burns on the morning of Jan. 5, 2014. Three indivduals have been indicted for arson in connection with the blaze following a 16-month investigation by the Virginia State Police. without bond at the Northern Neck which has shocked town officials. well as their families, and I know this Regional Jail, while Bermudez was “I am sure we are all saddened will be a difficult time for the both released on bond, according to a to learn that those that have been of them. This is still an active invesState Police press release. charged were former students,” said tigation and it would not be approAll three suspects are alumni of School Board Chairman Tim Triv- priate to comment any further at this the Colonial Beach Public Schools, ett. “We know these young men as point.”
Trial begins in Oliff lawsuit against Westmoreland deputy Richard Leggitt The trial of two lawsuits filed by Montross restaurant owner Bryan Oliff and one of his employees, Josh Sanford, against Westmoreland Deputy Sheriff Sgt. Anthony Darby has begun in Middlesex County Circuit Court. Oliff, owner of Angelo’s, is seeking $10 million in compensatory damages and $2 million in punitive damages. Sanford’s suit seeks $2 million in compensatory damages and $1 million in punitive damages. The trial, which was moved from Westmoreland County to Saluda, stems from the May 22, 2012 arrest of Oliff, Sanford and a third Angelo’s employee, Lois Wright, on drug charges. The lawsuits against Sgt. Darby accuse him of malicious prosecution, citing the unreliability of
James C. Newsome, an undercover informant who claimed to have bought cocaine at Angelo’s. The trial, which opened April 29, featured testimony from Darby, an admission by Newsome that he had lied to help prosecutors get indictments and numerous of character witnesses for Oliff, including Congressman Rob Wittman and state Sen. Richard Stuart. Oliff, 52, a lifelong Westmoreland County resident and a former W&L high school athlete, was publicly arrested at Angelo’s on drug charges after Newsome purportedly helped Darby obtain evidence of five drug buys at the restaurant. Also arrested were Sanford and Wright. Tests by the Virginia State Police drug lab determined the substance reportedly bought by Newsome See OLIFF, page 8
Linda Farneth The Colonial Beach Revitalization Facade Committee held its kick off meeting on April 28, inviting every business and property owner within the project area to come and learn about the program. Town Manager Val Foulds reported that roughly 10 business owners showed up for the meeting. To date one applicant has signed up to participate. “Prospective applicants have been given until May 15, 2015 to submit their applications,” she said. Carol Rizzio of Land Studio and Architect Jeff Stogel joined Northern Neck Planning District Commission Executive Director Jerry Davis to explain the facade improvement program to stakeholders in the project area. Every property owner in the revi-
talization project area is eligible to participate in the Facade Improvement Program. All who are interested, will receive free architectural technical assistant services and preliminary designs on making improvements to the outside appearance of their properties. After receiving architectural services, property owners who want to pursue grant assistance and carry out the improvements may file an application for grants of up to $10,000. If property owner chooses not to do the work, they are entitled to keep the architectural designs free of charge. A Facade Improvement Committee will review the applications, plans and designs to prioritize then and decide who will receive grant money. Roughly $97,000 has been allocated to the project. Businesses See FACADE, page 8
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Richard Leggitt
Sherri Smith with the Artisan Center and Tim Davis moderate a discusion about the proposed Northern Neck Artisan Trail.
Artisan Trail planned for the Northern Neck Richard Leggitt
Colonial Beach Principal Jennifer Grigsby(left) and Guidance Counselor Micheal Wells(right) congratulate Racheal Shafter (center left) and Skyler Lewis (center right) on their acceptance to NASA’s summer academy. ings conducted by astronauts, engineers and scientists. In February, Shafter and Lewis and were selected to participate in the Virginia Aerospace Science and
the flames spread quickly. The firefighters had no choice but to retreat. Moments after the evacuation, the school’s roof collapsed. No one was injured in the fire. The Virginia State Police Bureau of Criminal Investigation’s Richmond Field Office Special Agent/Arson Investigator A.B. Cooke Jr. and ATF Special Agent C. Campanelle responded to the scene to investigate the arson. State police Special Agent J.C. Straughan Jr. assisted with the 16-month investigation. Corinne Geller, public relations director for the Virginia State Police, described the probe as “very lengthy and complex” and thanked Colonial Beach residents for their cooperation. “Since the court proceedings are just beginning for these three individuals, state police is not in a position to comment any further about the content of those tips or anything of evidentiary value in this investigation.”
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Shafter and Lewis to visit NASA Rachael Shafter and Skylar Lewis are heading to the final frontier this summer, or at least something close to it. The two juniors at Colonial Beach High School have been accepted into NASA’s summer academy. Over the course of the summer, Lewis, Shafter and other participants will get full exposure to the workings of America’s space exploration program. “I’m very excited to have this amazing opportunity to further pursue my career in astronomy,” said Shafter, who wants to pursue a career in astrophysics or planetary geology. “I feel that this experience will help guide me into the next step in advancing my knowledge in the corresponding field.” The academy students will design a simulation for a human mission to Mars, will tour facilities at NASA’s Langley Langley Research Center, and have a chance to meet with NASA personnel. Students will also participate in hands-on scientific and engineering activities and brief-
Colonial Beach School Superintendent Kevin Newman also declined to comment on the specific charges but expressed relief that the investigation is progressing. “The arrest of the three suspects will hopefully bring some closure to the tragic event,” he said. Colonial Beach Mayor Mike Ham agreed, adding that he expects more details about the case in the coming weeks. “At this time we need to allow the investigation to continue and let the legal system run its course,” he said. “I appreciate all the hard work that has gone into the investigation so far. The State, Federal and local law enforcement investigators have all worked well together to get to this point. On behalf of the Town of Colonial Beach, I thank them all for their hard work.” Beach residents watched on Jan. 5, 2014 as the 100-plus-year-old, twostory building burned. Firefighters struggled to contain the blaze, but
Technology Scholars (VASTS) program. VASTS is an interactive on-line course that teaches STEM – Science, Technology, Engineering and
Mathematics. VASTS immerses students in NASA-related research through interaction with scientists See NASA, page 8
The Artisans Center of Virginia is planning an artisan trail for the Northern Neck running from King George County down to Lancaster County. The trail will provide local residents and visitors to the area a comprehensive guide to artists’ studios, farms, vineyards, cultural and recreational activities as well as shopping, restaurants and lodging. Officials from the Artisan Center, which is located in Staunton, met last week at Westmoreland State Park with supporters of the trail and interested officials from the five counties involved. “The Artisan Center has been very, very helpful,” said businesswoman and artist Holly Harman of Montross. “They really know what they are doing.” The Artisan Center is a statesponsored non-profit program that works to build the Virginia economy by helping local artisans and communities to promote themselves. The April 28 meeting at Westmoreland State Park was the second meeting
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in the area to discuss the creation of an artisan trail through the Northern Neck. Last week’s meeting was focused on possible names for the new trail. Suggestions from the more than 40 participants attending ranged from the Steamboat Artisan Trail, to the GatewayArtisan Trail to the Chesapeake Bay Artisan Trail. The overwhelming favorite of those attending the meeting appeared to be the Northern Neck Artisan Trail, bearing the slogan “Where history abounds and water surrounds.” A final decision on the official name of the trail will be made at a meeting later this year. The Artisan Center has already established artisan trails in several areas of the state that are operating successfully. “The hardest thing we do is try to come up with a name,” said Sherri Smith, the Artisan Center’s exec-
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Remembering the end of World War II in Europe
By May of 1945 a lot had happened. Events moved fast in World War II. The Battle of Britain, Pearl Harbor, North Africa, Stalingrad, the invasions of Sicily and Italy, D-Day, and the Battle of the Bulge were history. The Red Army David S. Kerr had taken Berlin, British and American forces were deep inside Germany, Hitler was dead, and the Allies waited for the final act of the
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Changes needed to King George PSA policy Do all King George Public Service Authority users have water flow meters? Do all PSA users allow PSA staff on their properties to check their water shutoff valves? It seems impossible for this to happen for a number of reasons. First, PSA service is not a right but a privilege. Second, the arrangements to provide service, by paying a service fee for all customers, not only to physically connect, but most importantly, to buy into the PSA as a member qualified to receive service. Last, how is it reasonable for our county supervisors to think so little of the PSA as to ignore users who thumb their noses at the PSA, and yet are still provided service. To resolve this situation, I think it is reasonable to send each customer a bill to become a proper PSA member within six months or provide their water supply, or the PSA be allowed to properly connect, and the customer pay in, or the PSA will terminate its water service. The Health Departments in King George and in Richmond should be informed of the resolutions.
war in Europe. It was the end of the biggest and most deadly conflict in human history. On the western front, the Germans surrendered at a school house in Reims France. A day later the Germans officially surrendered to the Russians in Berlin. The war was finally over and Victory in Europe (VE) Day had come at last. That was 70 years ago this week. General Eisenhower’s message back to Washington was, typical of his Midwestern brevity – short and to the point – “The mission of this Allied force fulfilled at 0241, local time, 7 May, 1945.” President Truman made a broadcast later in the day officially letting
the nation know that the Germans had surrendered. May 8, in the U.S. would be VE Day. The response was immediate. There were spontaneous celebrations in just about every major American city. In London, for the first time since 1939, the city turned on its lights after dark. However, while there was much rejoicing on the part of the Allies, the cost of the war, in lives lost knew no equal. A figure that’s generally accepted, though it could still be a bit on the low side, is that as many 65 million people died in the war in Europe. The Holocaust, the most horrific act of genocide in human history, the murder of civilians, and of course,
the tens of millions of battlefield deaths, make up this toll. But that wasn’t the only daunting statistic. On VE Day, while the Allies celebrated, there were still at least 20 million displaced persons, or as they came to be known, DP’s, wandering across Europe. These people had no home, no food and no place to go. There was also one other reality of the post-war world. The Soviet Union and the Red Army now controlled most of Eastern Europe. For these nations VE day didn’t mean the same thing as it did for most of the allies. These nations would be under communist rule and Soviet domi-
Northern Neck Antique Auto Club The Northern Neck Region, Antique Automobile Club of America participated in the recent Northumberland High School Farm and Field Day. Twelve club members braved a very chilly spring day to display their antique cars and support the charity event. This event marked the annual opening of the Practical Assessment Exploration System (PAES) greenhouse and has evolved into a larger fundraising event that will help support not only the Northumberland High School PAES Greenhouse program, but also the NHS yearbook and the NHS literary magazine. There were many vendors with plenty of crafts, farm animals (some for sale), tractors, fire fighting equipment, and great food including barbeque and homemade ice cream on hand. The Antique Automobile Club will hold its 22nd annual car show on Saturday, May 30 in Montross at Stan’s Skateland &
nation for another 45 years. While World War II was over the Cold War was about to begin. Also, while the war in Europe was over, the Pacific was another story. The shift had already begun and many men who had been fighting in Europe fully expected to be doing the same again in the Pacific. The prospect of an invasion of mainland Japan was sobering. Many thought, not knowing about the atomic bomb, that it would take another 18 months, maybe longer, to subdue the Japanese Empire. This year’s anniversary of the end of the war in Europe marks another change. We’re saying goodbye to a rather
remarkable generation. When the war ended over 16 million men and women had served in uniform. There had never been a mobilization like it. However, today fewer than a million World War II veterans survive. Their median age is 92. Most, aren’t all that interested in being “thanked.” They’ll tell you as many servicemen do, that they just did their jobs. But all people, particularly those up in years, like to be remembered. So if you know a World War II vet, or are related to one, drop by, give them a call, and just ask how they’re doing. They’ll like that.
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Ten-year-old Joshua Croswell enjoyed checking out antique cars, especially classic Corvettes, at the recent Northumberland High School Farm and Field Day. Dairy Freeze. For more information about these events and the Northern Neck Region please visit our website at www.nnnkregionaaca.org or contact
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Thursday, May 7
National Day of Prayer. Noon, in front of the KG Courthouse. Please come out and pray.
Saturday, May 9
23rd Annual Letter Carriers Food Drive. Leave a bag/box of non-perishable food items by your mailbox for pick-up. G.W. Birthplace will host Sue McNally, chief gardener at Sulgrave Manor in England as she talks about the gardens. Park auditorium. 2 p.m. Popes Creek Baptist Church Relay for Life Team will have a spaghetti dinner on Saturday, May 9 (4:00-7:00) at the church on 9131 Kings Highway Spaghetti, salad, bread, dessert & drink - $8.00 at the door, eat in or take out. Benefits Cancer through Relay for Life.
Sunday, May 10
Annual Mother’s Day All You Can Eat Brunch. CB-VFD Ladies Auxiliary. 8-11 a.m. $8 per adult and $5 for kids.
Thursday, May 14
KG Education Fdn. to host 1st Annual Evening of Excellence Award Ceremony. 6 p.m. KGHS Auditorium. Guest Speaker, Capt. Mary Feinbery, CO, Naval Support Activity South Potomac. Visit www.kgeducation.org for more information.
Saturday, May 16
G.W. Birthplace Natl. Monument to host a “Spring on the Plantation” event. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Featuring local 4-H groups demonstrating work and techniques from Geo. Washington’s time. No charge for the event. www.nps. gov/gewa. On Route 204, off Route 3. 1732 Popes Creek Road.
oakland baptist church is hosting a Parents’ Night Out. Enjoy a night out and bring your children (12 and under) to enjoy a night of dinner, crafts, games, and other fun activities! 5520 James Madison Pkwy, KG. DATES: MAY 15, & JUNE 19. TIME: 5-10 p.m. Please RSVP. by contacting: Bonnie Eakins at: BONNBOB10@ MSN.COM. Suggested donation is $15 for first child, and $10 for each additional child. Funds being raised to support church mission team.
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Dahlgren United Methodist Church On Sunday, May 24 Dahlgren United Methodist Church will have one blended worship service at 10:30am. This will be a Pentecost Celebration. Please join us for special music by the choir and praise band and experience the Holy Spirit as we worship together. Sunday School will be from 9:30-10:15. Childcare will be provided. A fellowship lunch will
Dahlgren United Methodist Church will have one blended worship service on Sunday, May 24 at 10:30am. This will be a Pentecost Celebration. Please join us for special music by the choir and praise band and experience the Holy Spirit as we worship together. Sunday School will be from 9:3010:15. Childcare will be provided. A fellowship lunch will follow the worship service. Plan now to attend this special event.
Word Network, Channel 134 on Cox Cable Pastor Timothy Jackson Sr. of Trinity Fellowship International Church in Stafford County will be appearing on Bishop George Bloomer’s religious show on Friday, May 8 from 8 p.m. – 10 p.m. on the Word Network, channel 134 on Cox Cable to discuss his new book, “I’m Not Crazy.”
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I’m Not Crazy
Ruby Mae Morgan Caldwell
“For the early years of my life, people called me crazy. Not the kind of crazy that was good, where I made you laugh and people like being around me,” says local pastor Timothy Jackson, Sr., “but the kind of crazy that lowered my self-esteem, caused mental strain, depression and isolation.” Born and raised in the projects of Washington, DC, Jackson is the pastor and founder of Trinity Fellowship International Churches—Trinity Fellowship South, in Stafford County, and Trinity Fellowship North, in Oxon Hill, MD. He has just published his first book, “I’m Not Crazy,” and had a signing copy at a special event at the Stafford church. Jackson, now 53, wrote the book over the course of five years. “The inspiration came from the Lord,” he says. “He put it in me and said he’d help me with it.” Jackson and his wife, Sandra, live in Spotsylvania County. They have two grown children. After obtaining his associate degree in biblical studies from the Fredericksburg Bible Institute and Seminary, Jackson has dedicated his life to helping others reach their potential. He speaks regularly in churches, prisons, shelters and other venues about how he overcame tremendous obstacles in his life and rose from them. In “I Not Crazy,” Jackson reflects on his “journey of overcoming what other people “thought” I was to who I became as a man of God.” He shares the lessons, revelations,
Ruby Caldwell, 86, of Hancock, Washington County, MD passed away Monday, April 27, 2015 at Meritus Medical Center in Hagerstown, MD. Ruby was born on May 20, 1928 in King George County. She was the daughter of the late Clem Jordan and Nellie Mae Stone Morgan. Ruby was also preceded in death by her husband, Louis E. Caldwell; four brothers, Minor Woodrow Morgan, Raymond Harding Morgan, Alfred Owen Morgan and Joseph Wilson Morgan; two sisters, Lillian Pearl Morgan Staples Houck and Martha Jeanette Morgan Skidmore Jarvis. She is survived by one sister-inlaw, Sadie J. Morgan of King George; four nephews, Donald L. Houck (Mark Stahr) of Berkeley Springs, W.VA, Richard R. Morgan (Wanda) of Fredericksburg, Ronald C. Morgan of Culpeper and Steven S. Skidmore (Jean) of King George; two nieces, Linda Morgan McCaskey of Fredericksburg and Delores Skidmore Abney (Glenn) of Stockbridge, GA. Ruby was a lifelong resident of King George before moving to Maryland. She was a member of Montague Baptist Church in King George. Ruby was a homemaker who enjoyed attending church services and working with her jigsaw puzzles. A graveside service will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, May 8 at Historyland Memorial Park, King George with the Rev. Kenneth Brooks officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Montague Baptist Church, 12186 Millbank Road, King George, VA 22485. Please sign the online guestbook at nashandslawfh.com
encounters and conversation that led to his faithfulness and happiness “God gives us our strength—the good, the bad and the ugly. We as believers have to trust that God knows what he is doing. He makes no mistakes. “My journey wasn’t pretty. I did a lot of bad things to good people. I have forgiven myself and so has my father. I’ve met Bishop George Bloomer from the Word Network and will be on his show. My name is Timothy Jackson and website link is
Pastor Timothy Jackson Sr. of Trinity Fellowship International Church in Stafford County will be appearing on Bishop George Bloomer’s religious show on Friday, May 8 from 8 p.m. – 10 p.m. on the Word Network, channel 134 on Cox Cable to discuss his new book, “I’m Not Crazy.” Timothy Jackson
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Local Church Directory 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 Two Rivers Baptist Church 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
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 “Building the Church & Reaching the World for Christ”
804-224-9695
"Pastor Larry M. Robinson” Sunday Worship - 10 a.m. Bible Studies: Church School - 9 a.m. Wednesdays - Noon & 6 p.m. Intercessory Prayer: Tuesdays 5 p.m. 15681 Owens Dr. in Dahlgren, VA Church Phone: (540) 663-2831
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EBENEZER BAPTIST CHURCH
3207 Quarter Hill Rd., Supply VA 22436
(804) 443-4168
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!"
Dr. Sherman Davis, Pastor 10640 Kings Hwy King George, VA 22485 www.tabernaclebaptistkg.org 540-775-7188
Randall Snipes, Senior Pastor
8096 Leedstown Rd. Colonial Beach, VA
“Building God’s Kingdom On Earth”
Tabernacle Baptist Church
Oak Grove Baptist Church Sunday Worship 9:30 a.m.& 11 Awana-Sundays-5 p.m. Bible Study-Wednesdays 6:30 p.m.
Little Ark Baptist Church
7748 Leedstown Rd., Oak Grove, VA 22443 (804) 224-0418 • ourlittlezion.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.
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.
PEOPLE’S UNION Baptist Church Rev. Harry N. Wallace, Pastor Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Sunday Worship 11a.m. Wed. Prayer & Bible Study 7 p.m. 7357 Comorn Rd., KG VA 22485 www.PUBCKG.org 540-775-4928 Pastor & People United in Peace & Harmony for Kingdom Building
Macedonia Baptist Church
Corner of Lossing and Boundary, Colonial Beach
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, Pastor
Sunday Masses: Sat. 5:00 p.m. Sun. 9:00 a.m. & 11:00 a.m. (español)
Corner of Millbank & St. Anthony’s Rd., King George
Worship Service - 10:30 a.m. (Sunday)
Very Rev. Francis M. de Rosa Rev. Mark Mullaney
Sunday School - 9:15 a.m. Nursery Provided Seeking to know the grace of God and to make it known to others.
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 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
Office: 11 Irving Ave., Colonial Beach, Va. 22443 saintselizabethandanthony.org
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Very Rev. Francis M. de Rosa Rev. Mark Mullaney
Daily Mass: 8:00 a.m. Adoration precedes each morning Mass
St. Anthony of Padua Catholic Church
Sat. 7:00 p.m. Vigil Sunday Masses: Sun. 8:15 a.m. 10:30 a.m 12:45 p.m. Tridentine Mass
St. Elizabeth of Hungary Roman Catholic 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)
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
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www.tdjacksonministries.org and phone number is 540-379-2024. The church website is www.trinityfellowshipintl.com. Thank you so much for your time.
Mrs. Mazie Bell Johnson
William Wood March 31 Sean Smith April 3 Palmer & Beaulah LaGrange April 10 Cremation
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Confession: Sat. following 8:00 a.m. Mass & at 4:30 p.m. Sundays @ 8:30 a.m. Office: 11 Irving Ave., Colonial Beach, Va. 22443 saintselizabethandanthony.org
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Rappahannock Raiders topple Drifters Leonard Banks Sports editor The recent history of the Colonial Beach Drifters’ softball team has been nothing short of a seemingly endless roller coaster ride. From the highs of clobbering Fredericksburg Christian School, 23-5, April 24 to the lows of losing to Essex, 11-0, April 28 and Rappahannock, 19-0, the next day. Nothing has been a walk in the park for the now 7-6, 3-2 Drifters. With six games remaining in the regular season, the Drifters have an opportunity to knock-off Rappahannock for the second seed in the upcoming playoffs. However, they must shake off their recent road losses to Essex and Rappahannock when they host the Northumberland Indians Thursday. As for Essex (6-4, 4-0), they are in first place and barring a major catastrophe, it appears the Lady Trojans will win the regular season Confer-
ence 43 title. For the moment, Colonial Beach and Rappahannock are in a dogfight for second place in the conference. On Wednesday deep in the heart of the Northern Neck, the Drifters suffered a 19-0 defeat to the Rappahannock Raiders. Katherine Morris pitched a near perfect game that featured one hit, no walks and seven strikeouts. Morris’ fastball appeared to be unhittable until Kenzie Cox unleashed a base hit in the top of the fifth inning. The lone potential Drifters’ run quickly was eliminated by a double play. As for the Raiders, their offense scored in all five innings. After taking a 2-0 lead in the bottom of the second inning, Meridith Slaw, Lexi Hanks and Jordan Whelan combined for five runs to extend their lead to 7-0. After scoring two additional runs in the bottom of the third inning, the Drifters were teetering on the edge of losing on the 10-run mercy rule. That
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Drifter short stop, and leadoff hitter Deniya Newman continues to inspire team with her batting and base-running skills. fate was delayed an inning as in the bottom of the fourth the Raiders’ offense exploded for nine runs and an insurmountable 19-0 lead. Hanks finished the game with a
3-for-5 performance that featured four RBI. Whelan also had a banner game by going 3-for-4 with a double and four RBI. Slaw finished the day 4-for-5 with three RBI.
Dombrowskas finishes with CIAA title and honors Leonard Banks Sports editor Dylan Dombrowskas has had one of the best baseball seasons of his collegiate career. During his first season at Winston Salem State University, the junior and King George High School alumni finished the season by helping his team win its fifth consecutive CIAA Baseball Championship with an 8-3 victory against Virginia State University (25-18) at the USA Baseball Complex in Cary, N.C. Dombrowskas finished the tournament with a .333 average (4-for-12), including a solo home run and three runs scored. Prior to the tournament, the topseeded Rams swept the second-seeded Trojans in a final conference series by scores of 13-0, 6-1, 5-4 and 11-2. During the 13-0 win, Dombrowskas crushed a three-run home run. Along with winning 16 of their last 17 games, the Rams finished the season with a record of 38-13, 15-1 conference. As for the upcoming regional tournament May 10, the site will be announced soon. Throughout the season, offensively and defensively Dombrowskas has impacted the Rams on the field as a utility player and designated hitter. The all-purpose athlete finished the
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The Washington & Lee High School varsity softball team, faced challenges and triumphs last week, winning a conference contest Tuesday 7-5 against the Lancaster Red Devils but then getting pounded 18-0 by Essex on Thursday. Both Coach Lacey Morris and W&L Athletic Director Malcolm Lewis expressed their support for the Lady Eagles softball program and said they believed it is making progress despite the challenges. “They are playing through the tough times,� Lewis said. “I celebrate each girl that is playing and working to get better.� Lewis added that the W&L softball program is at a disadvantage because Westmoreland is the only county in the Northern Neck that does not field travel teams that allow the girls to practice and play year round. “We struggle because so many of the other teams have ball players that play all year and have been doing that since they were younger,� he said. “That is just invaluable experience. Most of our girls ,when they take the
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After a stellar CIAA tournament performance that included a .333 average (4-12), including a solo homerun, three runs scored and three base hits, Winston Salem State University designatied hitter, and utility player Dylan Dombrowskas was honored with All-Conference Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association (CIAA) First Team award. 2015 season with a batting average of .309, a .500 slugging percentage and a .400 on-base percentage. He led the team with five home runs (one grand slam), and 35 RBI (second on the team). He also had 11 doubles, scored 24 runs and stole three bases.
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Foxes cruise past Liberty-Bealton Eagles Leonard Banks Sports editor On April 28 at the hostile confines of Liberty-Bealton, the King George Foxes baseball team defeated conference foe Liberty, 5-1. Foxes pitching ace Miles Levere got the win as he limited the Eagles to four hits and one earned run, while striking out three in five innings. For the first two innings, it was a pitchers duel between Levere and Liberty mound ace Alex Crofford. In the top of the third inning, the Foxes took a 2-0 lead when Rudy Morrow hit a single into right field scoring two runners. Morrow finished the game 2-for-4 with a double and two RBI. The Foxes added runs in the top of the fourth inning as Levere’s sacrifice bunt advanced Stephen Pitts to second. Moments, later, Pitts extended the Foxes lead to 5-0 on an Eagles’ throwing error. As for the Eagles, they scored their
lone run in the bottom of the fifth on a passed ball. Morrow came in to pitch the last two innings, closing out the game with a save that featured one strikeout, two walks and one hit. With eight games left in the season, the Foxes’ hopes of winning the regular-season title will be a challenge. Currently, Fauquier has a firm hold on first place with an undefeated record of 14-0, 10-0 while Eastern View is barely holding onto second place with a 5-9, 5-3 record. As for King George (14-5, 6-5), it has a strong chance of overtaking the Cyclones for the second seed in the upcoming conference playoffs if it continues to play its brand of consistent baseball. Prior to Wednesday’s game, the Foxes edged the visiting Courtland Cougars, 6-5. Courtesy of a four-run, seventh-inning rally, the Foxes were able to overcome a three-run deficit. Austin Halter and Zach Johnson each contributed two singles.
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Throughout the afternoon, King George kept Liberty-Bealton base runners in check, with pick off attempts, and solid defense.
King George track & field update Staff report With the upcoming Conference 22 track and field championship coming up May 20 at Eastern View High School, it appears the King George Foxes are ready for action. More importantly, after the recent dual meet against the host Spotsylvania Knights, and the Caroline Invitational meet, King George could factor in numerous regional qualifiers. On April 29 at Spotsylvania High School, the Foxes finished with 21 first-place finishes.
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(Top photo) As a member of the King George girl’s relay teams, Foxes distance runner, Cori French continues to help her team stay competitive. (Bottom photo) During the 3200, King George distance runner Reilly Kroll pushes his way through the opposition. He finished with a time of 11:18.24.
Spotsylvania dual meet The following King George girls finished first in their individual/ group events: 4x400-meter relay team A, 4:45.6; discus, Tyra Johnson, 70’ 3�; 1600-meter run, Brooke West, 5:59.6; 100-meter dash, Kyna Parker, 12.4; 200-meter dash, DeAsia Callahanan, 28.3; shot put, Tyra Johnson, 29’ 1.25�; triple jump, DeAsia Callanan, 34’ 1�; 100-meter hurdles, Heidi Colwell, 16.9; long jump, Alexis Jackson, 15’ 10�; high jump, Alicia Callanan, 4’ 8�; 300-meter run, Briana Green, 52.7; 400-meter run, Aubrey Wingeart, 1:07.7; 800-meter run, Aubrey Wingeart, 2:32.0; 4x800-meter relay, 13:21.0; 4x100-meter relay A, 51.4. The following King George boys finished first in their individual/group events: discus, Juan Parker, 114’ 4�; 1,600-meter run, Jonathan Watson, 5:04.6; 100-meter dash, Jordan Aley, 11.1; 200-meter dash, Matthew DeGuzman, 23.1; triple jump, Kyree Garrett, 41’ 6�; long jump, Jordan Aley, 18’ 7�; 400-meter run, Ezugo
Agulou, 52.1; 800-meter run, Jacob Watson, 2:12.0. Teamwise the girls finished first with 118 points while the Lady Knights managed to score eight points. As for the boys, their meet was more competitive, as they scored 74 points, while their Knight adversaries scored 58 points. On May 1, 19 teams from across the region gathered at Caroline High School with the hopes of qualifying for the upcoming regional championship. Teamwise, the King George girls finished eighth while the boys finished fourth. Briana Green was the lone King George girl to finish first in her individual event. She finished with a pole vault of 8’ 3�. Other notable girls included: Aubrey Wingeart, 1,600-meter run, third, 5:30.51; Aubrey Wingeart, 3,200-meter run, fourth, 12:05.06; 4x800-meter relay, fourth, 10:31.53; Sarah Webser, high jump, seventh, 4’ 8�; Heidi Colwell, pole vault, second, 8’; Carley Johnson, triple jump, 32’ 3�. King George boys who finished in first were� Jonathan Graham (pole vault, 15’ 3�); Ezugo Agulou (400 meters, 50.62). Other notable boys finishes included: Christian Koon, seventh, 800 meters, 2:03.64; Jacob Watson, third, 1,600-meter run, 4:36.80; 4x400-meter relay, third, 3:35.73; 4x800-meter relay, fourth, 8:26.65; Daniel Habron, pole vault, seventh, 9’ 6�; Kyree Garrett, triple jump, sixth, 40’ 8�; Juan Parker, shot put, fourth, 44’ 7�. On May 9, King George will travel to Manassas Park for its final meet of the regular season.
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Nalls shuts out Courtland Cougars Leonard Banks Sports editor Having a super-fast fastball with the ability to change direction in a split second has proven to be an asset in the repertoire of King George softball ace Ashleigh Nalls’ pitching arsenal this season. The standout sophomore recently contributed wins against Courtland, Liberty and Fauquier. Friday night’s results against Fauquier featured a two-hitter by Nalls. Nalls nearly matched her mound performance against Liberty with another 12 strikeouts. At the plate, she was 2-for-3, with three RBI. Teammate Alexis Sheehan added two singles for four RBI and two runs scored in the win. In five innings April 27 against Courtland, Nalls’ 8-0 shutout performance featured 12 strike outs versus just one hit and one walk. From the start, she held the Cougars offense hostage as she struck out seven of the first nine batters. Currently in third place in the 4A Conference 22 standings, and with six games (five conference and one non-conference) remaining this season, the Foxes are positioning
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King George Outdoor Club enjoys pond fishing mark fike Last Friday, the King George Outdoor Club ventured out to wet a line. The event was facilitated by our local Conservation Police Officers Sgt. Rich Goszka and Senior Officer Frank Spuchesi. A local landowner donated the use of a pond for the event. After a morning of brooding skies, light rain and dismal conditions, the afternoon brightened and temperatures improved just in time for club members and their parents to arrive and fish. Some of the club members had a few years of fishing experience while others only had dabbled with fishing a time or two. Everyone came with the expectation of catching fish and almost everyone did catch at least a few. One young lady had never caught a fish before but after she was shown how to cast the line, bait the hook and set the hook, she began catching fish. By the time the event was over, she caught a half dozen, baited her own hook and held her own fish. John Smith, an eighth-grader, used his handmade lure to catch a hungry bass. John won a spinning rod and reel combo by being the first club member to catch a fish on their own lure. John went on to catch another nice bass on his hand-crafted lure. His younger
brother also got in on the action and caught a nice largemouth bass. Emily Mays and her father patiently were fishing on the other side of the pond with a spinnerbait lure and some live bait. Both caught their own bass, making a great fatherdaughter memory. Logan Gardiner nabbed a monster 13.5inch crappie and then he caught another smaller, but still respectable-sized fish. There were many other anglers catching a variety of fish, including shellcracker or redear sunfish, sunfish, crappie, largemouth bass and bullhead catfish. At the end of the event, I demonstrated how to fillet a fish for the club members and their parents. This was done with six cuts to take the whole fish to a skinless, boneless portion of meat. During this demonstration, the students got to examine what the largemouth bass had been eating. This turned out to be two small bluegill and the minnow that was used for bait. The students asked what the huge two-piece yellow/orange sac (egg sac) was in the fish. Another discussion was had about the way fish spawn and egg sacs. The students appeared to really enjoy the pond, seeing wildlife such as ducks, blue herons, and turtles, as well as evidence of other wildlife including turkey feathers, deer tracks and beaver cuttings.
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Emily Mays shows off the bass she caught last week. Fishing opportunities are growing as area temperatures rise.
Potomac River — The bass action has picked up quite a bit. Anecdotal reports put the fishing in the tributaries off the grasslines. Fishers should try plastics jigged on the edges on a moving tide. Perch are hitting the creeks now. Small pieces of worm or cut strips of bait are also good. Crappie are hitting in the creeks upriver. Look for the snakehead action to pick up this week as temperatures continue to rise. Catfish are biting all over. Rappahannock River — Donna from Ken’s Tackle in Spotsylvania County recentnly reported hickory shad are biting all over. I caught some nice fish near the city dock on crappie jigs. White perch and ring perch are hitting at Old Mill Park in Frederikcsburg. There are lots of small catfish biting and some smaller but chunky striped bass are brimming in the river too. Remember to let the striper go.
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A family from Maryland who settled in the Northern Neck brought these assorted pieces of Amberina glass with them over a century ago. The collection consists of five square bowls, six berry dishes, and ten butter pats. The owners wish to increase the collection and have asked how to proceed, as they cannot Henry Lane find pieces in Hull antiques shops. Amberina glass takes its name from the amber shade of the glass, which transitions into deep maroon. It remains one of the most popular forms of American glass among collectors.
These pieces, most often made in Ohio, reflect the brilliance of color and design, which acts as a prism transferring the light in myriad ways. American glass reached a particular high point in the late 19th century when factories first introduced the style to America. It caught on very quickly, and has remained popular ever since In this collection, the square bowls are worth $40 each, the berry dishes $35 apiece, and the butter pats $15 each. In all, the group is worth $560. As to augmenting the collection, I suggest looking online, posting what pieces you need, and inquiring as to the existence of other collectors. A few years ago our firm sold a pair of enameled Amberina vases for $600, a good buy then, and in retrospect a great investment, as those two items would be worth close to $1,000 to-
in us from the minute we open a franchise, so it’s nice to be able to meet their expectations. I hope this award is harbinger for what’s to come and that we can be a point of light for other new owners.” Caring Transitions Company President Chris Seman said, to be recognized as a Rookie All Star, the franchise had to be open for a full year and have exceeded expectations. “Caring Transitions of Fredericksburg demonstrates an understanding of the system and how to execute it. They’ve have created a solid foundation that is leading the businesses on an accelerated growth pattern,” he said. Prior to opening Caring Transitions of Fredericksburg, the Pells spent their careers in the printing business. When it came time for Pam to find another career, she found herself pigeonholed by her upper management level experience in a shrinking industry. “My prospects for finding another job in the industry with my resume were slim, but sometimes you have to make your own rain, which is why we decided to open our own business. We knew that working with seniors
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day. Another way to search for additional pieces would be inquire from collector’s clubs, most of the members of which welcome finding someone with similar interests. The clubs could be accessed over the Internet for a start. Lastly, Amberina shows best against a background of direct sunlight. The brighter the sunlight, the more brilliant the glass. Your picture makes me long for the two vases we sold. Happy Antiquing! 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.
Caring Transitions wins national award The locally owned and operated business Caring Transitions of Fredericksburg, Virginia, has been recognized by the Caring Transitions’ national headquarters as a Rookie All Star franchise. Pam Pell and her husband, Marvin, opened Caring Transitions of Fredericksburg in October 2013. The business specializes in organizing and managing senior moves, downsizing, and liquidating belongings through estate sales and online auctions. Caring Transitions of Fredericksburg serves Fredericksburg, King George, Westmoreland, Stafford, Caroline, Culpeper, Spotsylvania Fauquier, Hanover, Louisa, Orange, the Northern Neck and the surrounding areas. On a national level, the Caring Transitions franchise is the largest resource specializing in this type of senior relocation services. “I was shocked and honored to be recognized with the Rookie All Star Award. It’s an honor for the work we’ve put into growing this business to be recognized on a national level across the franchise system,” Pam Pell said. “The corporate team believes
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Please publish the following item in the legal notice section of your newspaper. Please refer to the instructions provided on page 9. Virginia Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control 2901 Hermitage Road / P.O. Box 27491, Richmond, VA 23261 www.abc.virginia.gov
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MAK USA, Inc. ________________________________________________________________
RETAIL LICENSE APPLICATION—PART 2 (POSTING AND PUBLISHING) If general partnership, enter partners’ names or name of partnership. If LP, LLP, LLC or corporation, enter name as recorded with the State Corporation Commission. If association or tax-exempt private club, enter name. Only if a sole proprietor, enter first, middle and last name. PUBLISHING NOTICE
King George Citgo ____________________________________________________________________________
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King George ____________________________________________________________________________________ enter name. Only if a sole proprietor, enter first, middle and last name. (city/town)
George Citgo Trading George as: King ____________________________________________________________________________ King Virginia ______________________________________________________ ____________ 22485-7053 ____________ (trade name)
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Wine and Beer Off Premises King George
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Sohail Khan President ____________________________________________________________________________________ (county)
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NOTE: Objections to the is issuance of to this must DEPARTMENT be submitted to ABC no later thanBEVERAGE 30 days fromCONTROL the publishing The above establishment applying thelicense VIRGINIA OF ALCOHOLIC (ABC) date of the first of two required newspaper legal notices. Objections should be registered at www.abc.virginia.gov or 800-552-3200.
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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.
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KING GEORGE COUNTY JOB ANNOUNCEMENT PT - Administrative Assistant
King George County, Dept. of Fire & Rescue is accepting applications for a Part Time Administrative Assistant. Hours: 24 per week on average. Hourly rate: $10 - $12 per hour (DOQ). Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Applications may be obtained from the King George County Administrator’s Office, 10459 Courthouse Drive, Suite 200, (540-775-9181) or online at www.king-george.va.us. For specific information related to job duties and requirements, please visit the County’s web site listed above or call the Department of Fire & Rescue (540-775-8900). 5/6/15
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The Virginia Department of Transportation and the Board of Supervisors of King George County, in accordance with Section 33.2-331 of the Code of Virginia, will conduct a joint public hearing in the Revercomb Administration Building Board room, 10459 Courthouse Drive, King George, Virginia at 6:45 p.m. on the 19th of May, 2014. The purpose of this public hearing is to receive public comment on the proposed Secondary Six-Year Plan for the secondary highway system for Fiscal Years 2016 through 2021 in King George County, and on the Secondary Highway System Construction Budget for Fiscal Year 2016. Copies of the proposed Plan and Budget may be reviewed at the Northern Neck Residency Office of the Virginia Department of Transportation, located at 734 Barnfield Road, Warsaw, Virginia, or at the King George County Administrator’s office located at 10459 Courthouse Drive, Suite 200, King George, Virginia.
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KING GEORGE COUNTY JOB ANNOUNCEMENT Landfill Inspector Salary Range: $29,512 to $48,105 King George County is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Landfill Inspector. Starting salary DOQ. Applications may be obtained from the King George County Administrator’s Office, 10459 Courthouse Drive, Suite 200, (540-775-9181) or online at www.king-george. va.us. For specific information related to job duties and requirements, please visit the County’s web site listed above or call King George County at (540) 775-9181. Applications will be accepted until close of business May 15, 2015. King George County is an EOE. 5/6/15
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All secondary highway projects in the Secondary Six-Year Plan that are eligible for federal funds will be included in the Statewide Transportation Improvement Program (STIP), which documents how Virginia will obligate federal transportation funds. Persons requiring special assistance to attend and participate in this hearing should contact the Virginia Department of Transportation at (804) 333-3696. Persons wishing to speak at this public hearing should attend this meeting or send written comments. Written comments may be submitted to the County Administrator’s office, or mailed to 10459 Courthouse Drive, Suite 200, King George, VA 22485. All written comments must be received no later than 2:00 p.m., Thursday, May 7, 2015. Virginia Department of Transportation 5/6/15
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The King George County Planning Commission will hold a public hearing beginning at 7:00 p.m., on Tuesday, May 12, 2015, in the Robert H. Combs Board Room of the Revercomb Administration Building, 10459 Courthouse Drive, King George, Virginia 22485. Fiscal Years 2015/16-2020/21 Capital Improvements Program: The Capital Improvements Program is a five-year program for capital expenditures in King George County. The King George County Planning Commission is responsible for forwarding a recommendation to the King George County Board of Supervisors. Case Number 15-04-CP01: Amendment to King George County Comprehensive Plan, to address drilling for oil and/or natural gas. Creates an addendum within Volume I to provide strategies for drilling for oil and/or natural gas and Volume II to address background information regarding drilling for oil and/or natural gas. Case Number 15-04-Z02: Zoning Ordinance Text Amendment to Section 4.11, Exploratory drilling for oil and/or natural gas. The text amendment generally defines information needed for a special exception permit application, provides land use standard for site location, a baseline environment study and creates other land use related requirements for location of drilling site in King George County, Virginia. Documents related to the above cases are available for public inspection during the hours of 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday in the Department of Community Development, King George County Revercomb Administration Building, 10459 Courthouse Drive, King George, Virginia. The public is invited to attend the above scheduled hearings and to express their views on the above cases. Those who are unable to attend the public hearings may submit their comments in writing to the Director of Community Development, 10459 Courthouse Drive, Suite 104, King George, Virginia 22485, prior to the scheduled hearings.
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Stratford Hall holding annual Traditional Trades Fair Oliff: Trial underway against county deputy Richard Leggitt
Historic Stratford Hall, the Westmoreland County home of the Lees of Virginia and the birthplace of Robert E. Lee, will hold its annual Traditional Trades Fair on Saturday, May 9. The event gives area residents and visitors an opportunity to learn how trades workers performed their craft in the 18th and 19th centuries. “This is our way of celebrating National Preservation Month,” said Jon Bachman, Stratford Hall’s public events manager. “Not only can you see the tradespeople demonstrating their craftsmanship, but you can see it on display in rooms of the Great House.” The event is scheduled from 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday. “There will be many hands on activities for children including basic carpentry, coloring, stenciling and painting pre-cast figures,” Bachman
said. “There will also be a trades scavenger hunt with prizes.” Visitors to the 1,900-acre former plantation, which was home to two signers of the Declaration of Independence, will have the opportunity to see how woodcarving was done, bedding and floor coverings were made, and decorative plaster was prepared and applied in the early days of America. There will be opportunities to interact with tradespeople who are keeping many of the displayed trades alive today. From walls to floors, those attending the trades fair will be able to witness the skills and techniques that transformed Stratford Hall into a home of grace, comfort and style. For more information on the event, visit www.stratfordhall.org or call 804-493-8038. Tickets to the event are $12 for adults and $7 for children.
NASA: Local students head off to academy From page 1 and engineers. Students who successfully complete the training are eligible for a seven-day residential summer academy at Langley Research Center in Hampton, VA. Lewis and Shafter recently finished the online component of the VASTS program and have earned college credits for doing so. Getting into the VASTS program was a challenge. Applicants must have a high GPA and recommendations from the guidance counselor and a teacher. The applicants must then submit an essay explaining their interest in pursuing a science career, and their parents must also submit an essay about their children’s career aspirations. Lewis wants to become an emer-
gency trauma doctor. “I’m very interested in the scientific skills,” she declared. Shafter, who has a signed letter by Buzz Aldrin agreed, saying the VASTS program has expanded her interest in science. “I was not really into engineering before, but this course has piqued my interest,” she said. The girls were accepted into the VASTS program in late November. The online training was split into virtual classes that ran from December to April. In addition to entering the VASTS program, both girls are members of the National Honor Society – which adds up to a packed schedule. “This course has definitely taught me time management,” Lewis said.
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Local craftsman who practice trades of yesteryear will be demonstrating their skills at the Traditional Trades Fair at Stratford Hall on Saturday, May 9.
Rep. Wittman to speak at CB Yacht Club Congressman Rob Wittman will speak at the Colonial Yacht Club’s 42nd Annual Flag Raising Ceremony. The event will take place at 11 a.m., May 9, at Colonial Beach Yacht Center. Congressman Wittman, a long term resident of Westmoreland County, has served in several levels of government for almost 30 years. He began his public career in 1986 when he was elected to the Montross Town Council. He served 10 years in this position, four of them as Mayor. In 1995, voters elected Rob to the Westmoreland County Board of Supervisors. He was elected as its Chairman in 2003. In 2005, Rob was voted to the Virginia House of Delegates and in 2007 he was elected to the United States House of Representatives. Among other responsibilities, Congressman Wittman serves on the Committee on Natural Resources. In this position he has earned a reputation for being a champion of the Chesapeake Bay - for both its environmental and economic potential. The Congressman has introduced legislation to increase the accountability and the effectiveness of cleaning up the Chesapeake Bay. He is an avid fisherman and enjoys spending time on the water. For more information please feel free to contact Commodore Carey Geddes of the Colonial Yacht Club at (804) 761-0183.
King George woman killed in car accident
Colonial Beach Town Trolley Tasting Tour set for May 16
A King George woman was killed May 4 in a single-vehicle crash in Westmoreland County. The accident occurred at 12:35 a.m. on Route 609, Stratford Hall Road, about one-tenth of a mile east of Route 644, Wild Sally Road. The deceased is Taylor N. Paire, 22, of King George. Virginia State Police Trooper O. B. Moody investigated the crash.
The Colonial Beach Foundation is sponsoring the annual Town Trolley Tasting Tour on May 16 from 11:30 a.m.-4 a.m. Participants in this fundraising event will be able to sample snacks and hors d’oeuvres at six different restaurants in the town and be transported by the town trolley to historical and points of interest in Colonial Beach. Matched with the culinary
A 1994 Chevrolet Blazer was traveling on Route 609 when it ran off the road to the right, then overcorrected and ran off the road left before overturning and striking a tree. Paire, the driver and single occupant of the of the 1994 Chevrolet, died at the scene. She was not wearing a seatbelt, according to a media release from the Virginia State Police.
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offerings will be a sample of wines served by the restaurants. Proceeds from the tour will be applied to the renovation of the newly named Colonial Beach Community Center. Tickets are $30 per person. Total ticket sales are limited. For further information, call (804) 224-6007 or make reservations on line at www.colonialbeachfoundation.orga.
Wmd. deputy offers instruction at conference Staff Reports On Tuesday, April 28 Westmoreland Senior Deputy Darrel S. Johnson had the opportunity to instruct more than 250 law enforcement personnel at the 16th Mid-Atlantic DUI conference in Virginia Beach. The conference offers training to law enforcement in order to enhance and sharpen the skills needed in DUI and DUID arrests and prosecution. In April 2012, the Westmoreland County Sheriff ’s Office, under the certification of Senior Deputy Johnson, became the lead law enforcement agency in the Commonwealth
of Virginia to conduct in-house blood draws on DUI and DUID arrestees. Since its inception, there have been more than 30blood draws conducted by Senior Deputy Johnson. To date, the sheriff ’s office is the only law enforcement agency in the state that is utilizing this procedure. “I am extremely proud of Senior Deputy Johnson. He has utilized the procedure of blood draws to assist in the efficient and effective prosecution of DUI/DUID cases. His dedication and commitment in this area of expertise is to be commended”, said Sheriff C.O. Balderson.
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was not cocaine. The three were indicted by a 2012 special grand jury meeting in Northumberland County on charges of selling, giving or distributing a substance that imitated a controlled substance. Newsome testified that he had repeatedly purchased what he believed to be cocaine at the restaurant as part of an undercover operation, and that he had turned the substance over to Darby. Four months after the indictments and arrests, Matthew Ackley, a special prosecutor from Henrico County, dropped all charges for a lack of evidence. Oliff, Sanford and Wright filed three lawsuits May 28, 2013, alleging that Westmoreland Sheriff ’s officers knew or should have known that Newsome was “unreliable and untrustworthy” and claiming that Darby “sought to injury Oliff personally.” “This prosecution was malicious, done with bad faith, done with a reckless, willful and wanton disregard, and with actual malice and intent to injure,” the lawsuit alleged. Oliff ’s legal counsel pressed their case during three days of testimony last week before Circuit Court Judge William D. Hamblin. Under questioning, Sgt. Darby focused attention on other members of the regional drug task force. He also suggested that responsibility lay with Westmoreland Commonwealth’s Attorney Julia Sichol, who he said decided to seek the indictments. Darby said, “I can’t recall,” or “I can’t remember” more than three dozen times during his testimony. He then stated that video and audio records of the five alleged drug buys at Angelo’s “showed no illegal activity.” Darby also testified that he told the special grand jury there was video and audio of the purported drug buys. Oliff ’s attorney, James Thorsten of Richmond, zeroed in on Darby’s grand jury testimony. “But you did not tell them that the audio and video showed no illegal activity, did you?” Thorsen asked. “I wasn’t asked,” Darby replied, before pointing out that Sichol, who handled the grand jury
questioning, was aware that there was no evidence of a crime on the video and audiotapes. After the grand jury returned the indictments, Sichol recused herself from the case and it was turned over to the special prosecutor, Ackley. At the time of the arrests of the Angelo’s staff, Newsome was facing felony charges for grand larceny and had agreed to serve as a confidential informant as a part of a plea bargain. On five occasions, Sgt. Darby gave money to Newsome and sent him into Angelo’s to buy drugs. Newsome returned with a white powder that he said was cocaine and, according to Darby, claimed he had bought drugs from Oliff, Sanford and Wright. In testimony last week, Newsome recanted his statements to Darby. “I never made a buy in Angelo’s,” Newman testified. “I faked it so I could have the money. I gave Darby flour that I had hidden in my jeans and I kept the money. I lied about buying from Bryan and Josh.” Darby’s attorney, Alex Francuzenko of Fairfax County, pressed Newsome on that point. “Are you saying you lied about everything?” Francuzenko asked. “Yes, I lied about it all,” Newsome replied. Oliff ’s attorney called more than 15 character witnesses, including Wittman, Stuart, and Prince William County Commonwealth’s Attorney Paul Ebert to testify on Oliff ’s behalf. One witness, former Westmoreland County Commonwealth’s Attorney Dean Atkins, described Oliff as, “… wonderful, great, someone who absolutely would not deal drugs.” State Sen. Richard Stuart, testified he has known Oliff all his life. “We went to school together, hunted and fished together,” Stuart said. The trial continues this week with a presentation by Darby’s defense attorney. Darby’s defense noted several times last week that Sanford was known to have had a drug problem several years previously. An earlier trial of Sanford’s lawsuit ended in a hung jury in Prince William County, and an earlier trial of a similar lawsuit by Lois Wright resulted in a jury verdict for the defense.
Facade: Revitalization team gets moving From page 1 with the most detailed plans and that will make the biggest impact will get first priority. “We want the biggest visual impact for the amount of money that is invested into the facade improvement program,” Davis said. Grant money for the facade program must be matched 50/50. The amount of the grant money will be forgiven after five years if the owner finishes the project and maintains it for the five years. Every year one
fifth of the loan is forgiven. Davis pointed out that the first business to begin work on its façade often spurs other business owners to get started. He noted the positive effects that a façade improvement program is having in Montross. “The state recognizes that if you make a public investment, it acts as a catalyst for other investments,” he said. “Visitorship was way up in Montross after the work began.” The next meeting of the Downtown Management Team will take place at 6:30 p.m. on May 26.
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The Community Care Clinic and United Allergy Services offer Allergy Testing & Immunotherapy The testing takes approximately 30 minutes – 15 minutes to administer and 15 minutes to register the results – so you don’t have to wait long to learn the cause of your allergies. Adults and children over the age of 2 years can be tested for allergies. This is especially helpful for patients who suffer with asthma, allergic pneumonia, conjunctivitis (pink eye), undiagnosed cough, dermatitis (skin irritation), insect allergy, rhinitis, sinusitis, urticaria (hives) and angioedema (similar to hives, but beneath the skin).
You will be tested for the most frequent geographically specific mold and airborne allergens in your area. We will test for products from dust mites, proteins from pet hair and dander, trees, grass and weed pollens, molds and cockroach droppings. The test does not detect food allergies. Allergen immunotherapy is a form of treatment aimed at decreasing your sensitivity to substances called allergens. Immunotherapy involves introducing increasing amounts of an allergen to a patient over several months.
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