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Colonial Beach residents, motorcycle enthusiasts gear up for annual Bike Fest Linda Farneth
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Gearheads, shade tree mechanics and motorcycle enthusiasts will descend on Colonial Beach Oct. 8-11 for the town’s second annual Bike Fest. For four days, participants will enjoy a variety of motorcyle-related activities, including a poker walk, a scavenger hunt and the Blessing of the Bikes. Live music will fill the air, and a variety of foods and beverages will be available. The weekend is sponsored by All American Harley Davidson and will be judged by Boston Nichols Bike & Rider Productions.
Don’t miss the 2nd Annual Colonial Beach Bike Fest, which will take place Oct. 8-11. This event will feature a variety of activities throughout that weekend including vendors, bike demos and much more. Carey Geddes, Director of the Colonial Beach Chamber of Commerce, and Bryan and Vickie Coffman, owners of High Tides Restaurant, have teamed up again with Steven “Smurf ” Keene, General Manager of All American HarleyDavidson of Hughesville, MD, to put on the second annual Colonial Beach Bike Fest. This four-day event is filled with activities sure to delight bikers and spectators alike. Come down and get a look at the latest bikes, show off your own machine and join in the fun. Last year’s event was a big success, despite rain during the concert according to Geddes. In 2014, bikers from DC, Maryland and Virginia gathered for the first Bike Fest. Chuck Powers came from as far south as Daytona Beach to enjoy the event. “Came up from Daytona, great time!” he said. “Hopefully no rain next year. We will be back. Great job Colonial Beach!” The Virginia State Police estimated more than 10,000 people showed
up during the three-day weekend. Visitors of all ages enjoyed the music despite a constant drizzle on Saturday. The aroma of hot dogs, funnel cake, BBQ and other delights added to the many festive atmosphere. This year’s will include Lickity Splitz at Dockside Restaurant & Tiki Bar, and Bob Noble at High Tides on the Potomac. Highlights of this year’s events include: the Harley-Davidson Demo Fleet, a poker walk, a scavenger hunt, and the Blessing of the Bikes. High Tides on the Potomac & Tiki Bar, located at 205 Taylor St., will have games every hour, a 911 Wing Challenge and bands throughout the event. Dockside Restaurant & Tiki Bar, located at 1787 Castlewood Dr., will feature the Ultimate Beer Gut Contest and bands throughout the event. Bike Fest also includes concerts featuring Swamp Da Wamp on Friday beginning at 3 p.m., Kashmir and many other great bands. The Marshall Tucker Band and the Artimus Pyle Band will appear on Saturday. Both concerts are free however there will be a V.I.P. seating area offered for both concerts. Tickets are $35 apiece per concert. This includes seating at the front of the stage area, as well as access to the V.I.P. area lavatories and V.I.P. area bar.
The tradition of bike fests began years ago at Daytona Beach, with Bruce Rusmyer of the HarleyDavidson Dealership, who decided to have a little get-together for the weekend. Now bike fests are hosted all over the country for some good clean all-American fun. Events are all geared around having fun, all while practicing safety. The second annual Colonial Beach Bikefest Bike Show is sponsored by All American Harley Davidson and will be professionally judged by Boston Nichols Bike & Rider Productions. The show contest will take place on Sunday Oct. 11 at the Colonial Beach American Legion Paved Parking Lot between noon and 4 p.m. An awards ceremony will follow directly after. Admission is free to riders and spectators, however, each event does charge an entrance fee for the participants. Proceeds will fund the prizes and be donated to local charities, as is customary with these happenings. For the list of events, times and location go to www. colonialbeachbikefest.com/events But the best part of the weekend is the ability for good old fashion bragging rights as bikers from all walks of life get to show off their custom-painted and tricked-out hogs. Old friends get together and new friendships are built.
SENTEL celebrates 25 years of supporting the U.S. military in King George George Whitehurst In a solid, often-overlooked brick building on U.S. 301 operates an engineering firm that provides cutting-edge services to meet America’s national security needs. For 20 more than years, the team in the King George office of SENTEL has devised solutions for security challenges for spots ranging from that last Cold War holdout, the Korean Peninsula, to the multiple fronts of the global War on Terror. SENTEL held a Sept. 25 open house to celebrate its achievements and to re-introduce itself to the community. Visitors streamed into the office during the four-hour event to get a glimpse of projects ranging from an independently operating robotic rover to a system of sophisticated instruments that can detect biological and chemical hazards. Kelly Zeh, manager of the SENTEL’s work on the Project Jupitr program, showed off the a series of sensors used to detect biological and chemical weapons hazards along
the border between North Korea and South Korea. Assisting her was Daniel Parker, a software engineer, who ran a simulation of a biological hazard “incident” near the 38th Parallel of the Korean Peninsula. Peter Maxwell and Rob McGuire demonstrated an Autonomous Remote Platform, which can be used to map buildings and other areas of combat zones in order to lessen the risk to American soldiers preparing to advance. The platform is durable, yet also cheaply replaced should it run into enemy fire. Joe Landries, a software engineers, demonstrated the RDR Web Sensor Platform. The system allows military and law enforcement personnel and to use handheld sensors to detect a variety of threats. The system was used in Rio De Janeiro to monitor crowds and search for threats during the World Cup soccer tournament. Gen. William “Kip” Ward, USA (Ret.), SENTEL’s president, mingled with the staff - shaking hands and sharing some laughs. He gave a short pep talk praising
the group for its teamwork and reminding them that the men and women of the United States armed forces are relying on people like the SENTEL team. “It’s really an honor... to recognize this team for what you do,” he declared. Ward urged the staff to keep striving for higher levels as a means of “improving the foxhole.” “When we do that, we are all elevated, and the team is elevated,” he said. “That’s how SENTEL will continue to forge ahead.” Founded in 1987 as an engineering company, SENTEL initially focused primarily on electromagnetic capabilities and sensor integration. The company’s array of services has grown to include integreated logistics, IT, intelligence and engineering. Headquartered in Alexanria, VA, SENTEL has offices located in Bowie, MD: Richmond, San Diego, and Vicksburg, MS. The company generated nearly $100 million in revenue in Fiscal Year 2014. Black Enterprise magazine recently ranked SENTEL 37th on its list of top Industrial/Services companies.
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William “Kip” Ward (center), president of SENTEL Corp., gets an update on the company’s work on biohazard detectors from Kelly Zeh (left) and Daniel Parker (right) during the company’s open house at its King George office.
Beach Council approves application for financing of new elementary school Linda Farneth
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Colonial Beach Council and School Board members shake hands after the council approved financing for a new elementary school. The council took the action at its Sept. 24 meeting.
The Colonial Beach Town Council has voted 4-2 in favor of authorizing the Colonial Beach Public Schools pursue financing for a new elementary school. The action took place at the council’s Sept. 24 work session. Councilwoman Wanda Goforth was unable to attend the meeting. Mayor Mike Ham said the amount of $9.6 million on the resolution is only a cap to ensure that all costs will be met. The plan for the new school construction only requires $8.5 million. “That’s what we are going to end up borrowing. If anything should come to light between now and Nov. 4 that absolutely demands we not do this,
we have until then,” he said. “That’s when we have to commit to the bond in the amount we are borrowing. But the application has to in by the 14th of October.” School officials sat quietly while the council discussed the issue. The vote had been postponed due to a tie vote at the public hearing held two weeks earlier, on the matter. Councilman Tommy Edwards was absent at the Sept 12 meeting and the other members were split on the matter. Councilman Eddy Blunt was hesitant at the first meeting to approve the application and maintained his position at the Sept 24 meeting saying, “I would just like to say this has been an extremely difficult resolution to have to deal with, for
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multiple reasons.” Blunt discussed the total of 5-cent tax increase and its impact on the citizens of the town.” On June 17, 2015 The Colonial Beach Town Council voted 6-1 to raise real estate taxes by 6 cents. Councilwoman Wanda Goforth cast the only opposing vote. Four cents was slated to go toward the town budget and 2 cents was to be earmarked towards the building of a new school. “This is a very critical time in See School page 8
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Pope Francis: A shepherd who seeks to challenge his flock This isn’t meant to be flippant. Quite the contrary. But, a lot of us tend to think of the Pope, all Popes perhaps, as living on another plane. Earthly yes, but somehow, not one of the people anymore. But, the fact is, Popes have mothers, fathers, brothers and sisters. They went to school and tried to sort out of the meaning of David S. Kerr things just like everyone else. And they have regular names too. The Pope’s chosen name, by which he carries out his special role, is Francis, but his given name, the one that shows up on his birth certificate in Argentina,
is Jorge Mario Bergolio. He’s just as human as anyone else. And that’s perhaps what’s shown through ever since he was raised to the Papacy. Namely that this Pope has a deep sense of who he is and with that, a profound understanding of humanity. He likes people and he enjoys their company. He isn’t that concerned with being popular, and he isn’t afraid to make all sides, liberals, those in the middle and conservatives just a little nervous from time to time. What a relief. He encourages everyone who so stridently holds to one side or the other to be more open and realize that there might be more to the issue than they think. In a word, beloved as he is, he likes make us all just a little “uncomfortable.” And that’s not a bad thing, because if we aren’t challenged, if we aren’t questioning ourselves, then we aren’t
Letters to the Editor I sincerely believe it is not healthy for an elected official to sit in the same seat term after term, I really believe that when an elected official keeps the same seat term after term, they start to slack off on what is required of them and they start to take things for granted. I definitely believe that the community they serve, in turn, becomes apathetic and starts to accept the status quo, doesn’t see much in the county’s future, and falls into a stagnant state of mind. King George County can be on the verge of progressive growth, including the potential that tourism could bring to this county. One of our supervisors asked why anyone would ever want to come to King George County. Are you kidding me!? This county is a treasure trove of historical artifacts, museums, and the like. Putting our county on tourism historical trails would bring in much needed tax dollars to our coffers.
Residents could open their own businesses, and cater to the tourists who would travel here year-round. And, yes, this can be done while protecting our rural way of life and beauty we so love in King George. But all these ideas would have to play out in an intelligent, wellplanned manner. We don’t need any more cigarette and dollar stores. We need expansion that complements our character and that provides decent jobs for our citizens. I know exactly who could lead this effort – Supervisor Ruby Brabo, who is running for the At-Large seat in King George. For the four years that Ruby has been the Dahlgren Supervisor, really serving all county residents, she has portrayed class, respect, and honor, and she exudes the passion she has for representing us. She has made every effort to open the communication lines so residents know what’s happening in the county and
growing. He’s recently gotten in hot water with some political conservatives over global warming. What can I say, there he goes again, making people uncomfortable. But, it doesn’t stop there. In no uncertain terms he has made it clear to cardinals, bishops, monsignors and priests that he sees their work as ministering to the poor. He wants them to reach out and find people in need. In his view, even as the “Vicar of Rome” (another reference to the Pope) he isn’t supposed to live remote from the people he serves and he isn’t just supposed to serve a few of them. His lunch with Washington D.C’s homeless was proof of that. The church’s old guard, are, yes, you guessed it, uncomfortable about all this. But, others considered it long overdue and have started to follow
his example. His unusually open message has touched a chord with American Catholics. Make no mistake, when it comes to church doctrine on abortion and the ordination of women, two hot button issues here in the States, his views are absolute. But he doesn’t want the church to be so judgmental in character that returning Catholics or new Catholics feel unfairly judged or unwelcomed. His view is that only through an atmosphere of openness and forgiveness, can the church really express its message. He has even, and this was remarkable in itself, been open to a dialog with gays. This isn’t familiar territory, but keeping with his “open hand and open heart” approach to the Papacy he has reached out to them. In his own words, “If someone is gay and searches for the Lord and
can discuss issues with her one on one. She practices full transparency and has called on the other supervisors to follow her lead. I especially like her monthly newsletters and her quarterly town hall meetings. As the At-Large, she will be able to do all this all over the county, not just in the Dahlgren District. She has chosen to make being supervisor her full-time job, and you can find her in activities all over the county, speaking about fracking, attending tourism workshops or volunteering at a church event, and meeting with county, state and federal parties, all the while representing our interests at all levels and assuring that King George is not forgotten. I come from a long line of King George families, spanning six generations. I owned an Ace Hardware in the county for 22 years and sold real estate for 14 years after that. I’ve seen it all. I’ve seen a lot of change and I’ve also seen a lot of mistakes
made by our elected officials. We can’t just keep accepting the status quo. This county has gotten ‘stuck’, and we need new leadership in this important position. Ruby has regenerated the spirit and vision of so many residents, and we are all now ready to make that vision come true. We need a leader with fresh ideas, energy and a “can do” attitude. This is the kind of At-Large Supervisor that King George residents need and deserve. This really is a full-time job, if one wants to do it right, and she is the only candidate willing and able to meet that need. Your vote counts, and it’s the best Most way to demonstrateInsurance how you want your county government to run. I Accepted fully endorse Ruby Brabo for the AtLarge Supervisor position in King George County and I hope other residents will get out and Vote on November 3rd. Ralph Peregory King George
has good will, who am I to judge?” When it comes to women in the church he’s been welcomingly enlightened. He was smart enough to back off from a rather mean-spirited investigation, launched before his time, on the activities of American churchwomen. He quashed the effort almost on his first day and expressed his view on the importance of women in the church and in the Catholic family. In other words, the Pope called a truce and as with so many things he does, decided it was better to open a dialog. Last week, his arrival in D.C. was unlike almost any other world leader. In a sea of black sedans and Chevy
Suburbans there was the Pope in the smallest car of the lot. I half expected him to be driving it. As a dear friend of mine suggested, his manner in meeting the crowds during the parade the next day seemed more like that of a pastor than a Pope. And perhaps that’s one of the reasons he is so effective and so beloved. But he also came to United States not just to win our hearts but to challenge us. In the words of the President of Catholic University in Washington, D.C., “Pope Francis’ visit invites Americans to recognize a power that transcends politics and a truth that doesn’t rest on public opinion.”
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st. peter’s episcopal church St. Peter’s Thrift Shop is open for business! Hours of operation: Tuesdays, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.; Wednesdays, 4-7 p.m.; Saturdays, 8 a.m. to noon. Featuring gently used clothing, household items, furniture, toys, sporting goods, and jewelry. Located next to Bowie’s Hardware in Oak Grove.4065 Kings Hwy. Dahlgren United Methodist Church Halloween Costumes and seasonal decorations are now available at the Dahlgren United Methodist Church’s Sheep’s Pen, Locatedin the little building behind the church in Dahlgren at the intersections of Route206 and Rosedale on 14th Street, the Sheep’s Pen is open on Fridaysfrom 8 a.m. to noon.
COLONIAL BEACH BAPTIST CHURCH On Oct. 4 United States Senate Chaplain Barry Black will share his remarkable story. He grew up in inner city Baltimore. Overcoming extraordinary odds, he became Chief of all Navy Chaplains & then Chaplain of the U.S. Senate. 6PM – Refreshments. To reserve a seat please RSVP to: CBBC10.4@GMAIL.COM or call 804-238-3375, 10 Garfield Avenue, Colonial Beach
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Thursday, Oct. 1
Citizens for Nonpartisan Good Govt. in KG invites ALL to a Meet & Greet with Nonpartisan Candidates for the 2015 KG Elections. 6-8 p.m. Oak Crest Winery. This is a non-fundraising event, open to the public. 8215 Oak Crest Drive, KG.
Saturday, Oct. 3
Annual Fall Plant Sale by the KG Garden Club. KG Farmers’ Market, KGES. Locally grown plants, perennials, shrubs and lots more. Free Gardening advice available.
Monday, Oct. 5
Regular meeting of the CBVFD Ladies Auxiliary. 6:30 p.m. at the firehouse.
Tuesday, October 6
The Northern Neck Elks Lodge 2666 recently delivered 144 pairs of Safety Glasses to the Northern Neck Vocational School in Warsaw. This is an annual event since 2008 to help support students in the Northern Neck. The Elks Lodge is located at 719 Ferry Landing Road, Colonial Beach, VA 22443. Meetings are held on the second and fourth Wed or each month at 7:30. New members are welcome. For further information, please call 804-224-0364. On a side note, Bingo is played at the Lodge on Monday evenings....Doors open at 5 p.m. Early Bird starts at 6:30. Open to the public. Food is available.
The Northern Neck Chapter 1823 of the National Active and Retired Federal Employees (NARFE) Association meets on Tuesday, October 6, at 1:00 p.m., at the China Inn Restaurant, 5061 Richmond Road, Warsaw. After lunch, Anthem Blue Cross/Blue Shield representative Linda Fletcher will
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ferings, like fried and char-broiled oysters, oysters on-the-half-shell, and oyster “sliders”, plus fish & chips and burgers. There will also be beer, wine, soda and live music under the “big-top” tent. Artisans from the newly-forming Northern Neck Artisan Trail will have a presence inside the Tavern’s adjacent “Transportation Museum Building”, where they will showcase wares for sale. Inside the Tavern itself, more unique, locally-made items will be for sale, and a number of artisans will be demonstrating their skills. There is a $5 cover charge to help pay for the band. After that, patrons may separately purchase their fill of oysters and beverage as they watch the sun go down and the lights go up. A Richmond-based band, “The Articles”, will be providing a party atmosphere; they do a little bit of everything, from rock ‘n roll to soul and country.
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Halloween Family Fun Night at the CB firehouse. 5-8 p.m. Games, food and the Cake Walk.
Rice’s Hotel / Hughlett’s Tavern in Heathsville will hold an “Oyster and Art Fest” on Saturday night, October 10th. This festive event will take place from 4 to 8 p.m. outside on the “Tavern Green”, located behind the Tavern. The Tavern Restaurant will be cooking up delicious oyster of-
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Come and enjoy a Southern Gospel Concert by the group Justified on Sunday, October 11 at Fletcher’s Chapel United Methodist Church (8330 Fletcher’s Chapel Rd). The concert starts at 11:00 a.m. A love offering will be taken for the group. You are also invited to stay for a Covered Dish Lunch immediately following the concert. All are welcome. Call the church at 775-7247 for more information.
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A local historic landmark since the 1700’s, Rice’s Hotel / Hughlett’s Tavern is located at 73 Monument Place in Heathsville, just off Route 360 behind the old Northumberland Courthouse. Proceeds from this event will help to benefit the Tavern. For more information, visit www.rhhtfoundationinc.org or call 804-580-3377.
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Seeking volunteer members - The Colonial Beach Redevelopment and Housing Authority (CBRHA). We operate a Minor Home Repair Program for low to moderate income homeowners in Col. Beach who need health or safety-related home repairs/improvements. Members must live in Col. Bch. CBRHA meets monthly and operates independently from the Town. CBRHA can have up to nine members. Call Kris Guido 703-3045274. KG Farmers’ Market update: Beginning this Saturday, October 03, 17, 24, and 31, KGFM will host meet the candidates. Meet your candidates at the farmers market. The candidates will be at the market from 8AM to 12PM. We are also having a community day vendors on the 3rd. Meet community groups along with our regular vendors. See you there. KGFM is open every Saturday until October 31. We are located on the corner of Rt 205 and Rt 3 (in the King George Elementary School parking lot). The King George Branch NAACP is hosting a Candidates’ Forum to allow residents an opportunity to meet and become familiar with the candidates running in the 2015 Election. The Forum for constitutional office candidates (Treasurer, Commissioner of Revenue, Sheriff, Clerk of the Court, and Commonwealth Attorney) is scheduled for Thursday, October 8, 2015,6:30 PM at King George Middle School. The Forum for governing office candidates (Board of Supervisors and School Board) is scheduled for Thursday, October 15, 2015, 6:30 PM at King George Middle School. Please come out and ask the candidates questions so you are informed to vote on Election Day. InFirst Federal Credit Union Celebrate King George Family Fun Fair Saturday, November 7. Noon-4p.m. KG Citizens’ Center Vendors, Games, Prizes, Music, Petting Zoo, Food, Moon Bounce, Inflatable Obstacle Course, Lola The Clown and more! FREE for the whole family! Come out and celebrate a wonderful family and friend event.
DECA of KGHS activities “DECA Dodgeball Supports Virginia Wounded Warrior Program The DECA Dodgeball Tournament is scheduled for Wednesday, September 30 at King George High School with the first round starting at 5:30pm in the Gym! $3 at the door to watch! Concessions will be available! There is still time to put a team together! $40 per 8 member team - Register via email at kgdeca@gmail.com or call Meaghan Reyes at 540-7753535 ext 2224.” “My Vote Matters Madness Fair set for October 3rd King George DECA in partnership with King George County Registrar is holding the “My Vote Matters Madness Fair” for all King George County residents on Saturday, October 3 from Noon to 5pm at the Revercomb Administration Building in downtown King George. Light refreshments will be served. Register to Vote. Find your Voting location. Apply for an Absentee Ballot. There will also be a chance to meet the candidates at this event. For more information contact kgdeca@ gmail.com or call Dee Strauss at 540-775-3535 ext 2225.” “King George Fall Festival It’s A Celebration! King George invites you to the 56th annual Fall Festival on Saturday, October 10. The Fair and Fun begins at 10am at King George High School with the Parade through town at 11am. There will for lots of food vendors, free rides and games for the kids, crafters, Queen pageant contestants, and more until 4pm. On Sunday at 2pm, in the KGHS Auditorium, watch the Queen pageant. For more information visit www.kgfallfestival.com registration forms for parade entries, crafters, and vendors are available on the site and are still being accepted.” “Holly Jolly Market Bazaar looking for Crafters! KG DECA is looking for crafters for the Holly Jolly Market Bazaar to be held at King George Elementary School on Saturday, December 12 from 9am to 1pm. Interested crafters can email kgdeca@gmail.com or call Dee Strauss at 540-775-3535 ext 2225 for more information and to receive a registration form. Spaces are just $25 for this event!”
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.
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Light up your weekend at the Montross Fall Festival Linda Farneth The Montross Fall Festival will feature music, festival food, a parade, contests, antique cars, marketplace vendors and lots of great fun for their annual Fall Festival. Fall is definitely in the air during the first weekend in October. Corn stalks, gourds and pumpkins typically decorate the town’s competing storefronts. But, which one will take the Blue Ribbon this year when the theme is “Light up the Village”? This theme marks the final and last piece of the town’s Revitalization Plan: a line of decorative street lights marching along Route 3 through town. Come see how it all came together! The acorns have fallen, the air is cooling and leaves are beginning to turn color. In Montross the town rings in fall with its annual Fall
Festival. Started more than 60 years ago and organized by local volunteers the festival signals the beginning of cooler days. This year the festival will “light up the village” and what better way to celebrate the revitalization work that has been completed? One of Montross’ upgrades during the revitalization work included the installation of 21 new decorative acorn-style street lamps. Family fun begins on Thursday evening when Stan’s Skateland is open for a free skate, sponsored by People’s Community Bank. Last year, record numbers went round-andround. There’s nothing like skatingrink music and a limbo contest to bring you back to old times. Friday begins with the banana cream pudding contest entry submissions starting at 10 am until
Montross Fall Festival Thursday Oct. 1 - Saturday, Oct. 3.
4:30 pm at the Montross Museum located at the Wakefield Building. Union First Market bank will host a customer appreciation lunch from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. at its Montross location, 17191 King’s Hwy. It may be difficult to choose which contest event to attend on Friday evening, the winner of the pudding contest or the crowning of Little Mister and Little Miss Montross. The pudding contest will be judged at the museum, and lucky observers get to sample the fare. Boys and girls ages three and younger will compete at Washington and Lee High School starting at 6 p.m. for the title of Little Mister and Little Miss Montross. The winners will ride in the Fireboat float in Saturday’s parade.
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MONTROSS FALL FESTIVAL “LIGHT UP THE VILLAGE” THURSDAY October 1st 6:00 P.M. - 8:00 P.M. Peoples Community Bank Family Skate Night FRIDAY October 2nd 10:00 A.M. - 4:30 P.M. Banana Cream Pudding Contest (Entries 11:00 A.M. - 1:00 P.M. Customer Appreciation Lunch 6:00 P.M. Banana Cream Pudding Contest (Judging) 6:00 P.M. Little Mr & Miss Fall Festival Pageant 6:00 P.M. lst Fri Art Walk & Music Series w/Resolution Road SATURDAY October 3rd 8:00 A.M. Chandler 3 Miler and 1 Miler 9:00 A.M. Opening Ceremonies 9:00 A.M. Sidewalk Chalk Art Contest Check-In 9:00 A.M. - Noon Peoples Community Bank Classic Car & Truck Show 9:00 A.M. - 4:00 P.M. “Who’s Afraid of the Dark 9:30 A.M. - 10:30 A.M. Men of Shabach 10:00 A.M. - 11:00 A.M. Gene Davis Arrowhead Collection 10:00 A.M. - 4:00 P.M. “Let There Be Light” and Sheldon Bell Stone Tools and Arrowhead Collection 11:00 A.M. - Noon Slice of Bred Band 11:00 A.M. – Noon Artist Meet & Greet w/Jody Gruendel 11:00 A.M. PAWS Pet Show 1:00 P.M. - 2:00 P.M. Hard to Tell Band 2:00 P.M. PARADE-In Memory of Mayor “Dave” O’Dell 2:45 P.M. - 3:30 P.M. Hard to Tell Band 3:30 P.M. Parade and Festival Awards 4:00 P.M. Raffle Drawings 7:00 P.M. - 11:00 P.M. WVFD Block Party w/Southern Bred (Admission) FOR INFORMATION VISIT www.visitmontross.com OR CALL (804)493-9623
Festival: Fun in Montross From page 4 Saturday, Oct. 3, packs the fun in with a three-mile race, a pet contest, a sidewalk art contest, a car show, food court, crafters and vendors, music on the old Courthouse steps, the Kid Zone, the museum’s exhibit of antiques, hand-made lighting fixtures, a 50/50 raffle pick, and as always, the Fall Festival Parade. Bettie McGinness, a crafter, participates in the event with a group of ladies call the Busy Beas for the last four years. McGinness said the event is very successful and people seem to enjoy the parade most of all. This year’s parade will honor the memory of the town’s former mayor.
The late R. David O’Dell Jr. may be gone in body, but his spirit lives on in Montross. What better way to pay tribute, than to honor him as a posthumous Grand Marshal? O’Dell’s dedication and love to the town of Montross lit up the village long before the revitalization committee came up with the theme. The long-time mayor, who was the former owner of the Montross Blue and Gray Food Store, was 71 when he passed away in December. O’Dell had served as Montross mayor since his election in 1999. He had been a member of the Montross Town Council for 35 years. “There’s a vacancy that we can fill, but we will never replace Dave,”
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Councilman Robert Zimmerman said when his Mayoral seat became open. “I can’t think of another individual who had such a deep love and passion for the town of Montross,” said Councilman Larry Wheaton. “I believe he did; he held a very deep passion for it.” The event will feature crafts and artwork throughout the festival area. Vendors are anxious and busy getting ready. Russel and Lori Jennell, owners of Northern Neck SunSetter feature a variety of crafts at shows throughout the Northern Neck. The Jenells attended the festival last year and as a result of their success they will be bringing twice the work this year. “We were so busy last year. The people were great,” Lori Jennell said. The old courthouse lawn will be the center stage for awards, bands and other public interest events.
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Washington and Lee Eagles lose to King William, 48-28
away win versus Caroline, Alexis Sheehan and Ashley Cooper led the Foxes with two goals apiece. Cailey Doyle and Regan Lenzi added a goal apience. Cooper also added three assists, while Mieke Braun, Mickey Perrotte, and Lenzi each contributed an assist. In spite of their lack of experience, the Foxes have established their own identity as a team that will come after you with everything but the kitchen sink. For instance, prior to this season, senior Emily Strealy, has never played a game of field hockey. On paper, Strealy is a mystery; however, her performance has been nothing short of amazing in the eyes of Middleton. “She was super raw on day one, and oh wow has she been a lifesaver,” Middleton said. “She is our last resort, and our sweeper back. She continues to make plays that provide our team the opportunity to make plays.” While seniors Sheehan and Coo-
Leonard Banks Sports Editor They approach each game as a potential win. Regardless of their competition, the 2015 King George High School field hockey team is determined to push opponents to the brink. The Foxes, led by new coach Christine Middleton, are led by a cast of 11 senior players but just three of them have several years of experience. However, the Foxes have a record of 4-3, 1-2 that includes two close losses to perennial powerhouses Courtland High School (2-0), and Eastern View High School (3-0). “We are strong with hustle and determination, but we are short on experience,” Middleton said. “Our toughest competition is going to be Eastern View, Courtland, and James Monroe. For a team being as young and raw, they did a great job against Eastern View.” As for the Sept. 21 6-0 conference
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With Caroline defenders in her path, King George forward, Cathy Doyle (front, #19) takes full advantage of a scoring opportunity. The Foxes eventually won, 6-0. per are the Foxes top scorers, the entire team has found their athletic niche. Whether it’s a strong team with potential Division I athletes or a team struggling to rebuild, each member of the Foxes is accountable for their performance. “This year, we’re working more on passing, switching, replacing,
and approaching defenders in a different way,” Cooper said. “You don’t have to look at the names you’re playing. You go out their, and do your best — and leave the field with pride.” On Oct. 1, King George will travel to James Monroe. Game time for the varsity is 1 p.m.
Foxes cross-country teams demonstrate every man counts in tri-meet point. Today, we pull out a twopoint victory.” Watson’s brother, Jonathan, finKing George senior Jacob Watson set the tone for the Sept. 23 tri-meet ished sixth with a time of 20:04, while against Spotsylvania and Washing- teammate Brian Greeley placed sevton and Lee. Watson paced King enth with a time of 20:06. James Peed George to a 35-point win against finished 10th with a time of 20:14. A demonstration of team’s mantra the Knights (37) and Eagles (59) “every man counts” occurred frewith a time of 19:21. Happy with his team’s perfor- quently in both meets. For example, if mance, Fox head coach Paul Koep- Brian Greeley doesn’t outkick an opfinger said: “This was another very posing Spotsylvania runner, and Abe Over 30 Years Experience close competition. This seems to be Martinez doesn’t finish ahead of their a growing trend. Last weekend we number-five runner, the Foxes lose. • Roofing “What I like most of all is that we missed a third-place finish by one • Siding continue to be without some of our • Whole Jobs or Repairs Cathy Binder other top runners,” Koepfinger said. • Fully Insured Leaving nothing to chance, Fox se- “Others are doing what is needed to nior cross-country standout Jacob fill in and get the job done. There is Watson blew past the competition a strong winning attitude, and team 540/775-5440 featuring Spotsylvania and Washpride among our teams.” WWW.BREYERSROOFING.COM ington & Lee with a time of 19:21. The girls’ overall individual winStaff Report
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The Washington and Lee Eagles lost a non-league varsity football contest to the King William Cavaliers Friday night The Eagles fell 48-28 in the game, played in the rain at King William High School. The loss left the young Eagles team with a 2-2 record heading into this Friday’s contest at Spotsylvania. The Eagles struck first on an 18yard pass play from quarterback Cullen Bell to his brother Carson Bell. But the Cavaliers came right back with a rushing touchdown by running back Lafayette Pendleton. Pendleton had 134 yards on the ground for King William, which put together a powerful rushing attack that the Washington and Lee defense could not stop. The Cavaliers had 275 yards on the ground on 39 attempts to move their season’s record to 2-2 as well. Cullen Bell attempted to rally the Eagles with 242 yards on a 14-of-23 passing night for three scores, all his brother, Carson. But Bell also had two interceptions, and the Eagles could not keep pace with the powerful King William ground game.
“We made mistakes with costly penalties on offense and defense during the game. You cannot do that to a team like King William and expect to win,” said Eagles Coach Todd Jones, who is trying to rebuild this season after leading the team to the 1A playoffs last season. The Eagles did get a thrilling 97yard touchdown on an interception in the third quarter by Jarret Sumiel, their speedy receiver and running back who also plays defensive back. Sumiel also recovered a fumble. But the Cavaliers, on the strength of their running game, had possession of the football for a full 10 minutes more than Washington and Lee. Sumiel had seven catches for 92 yards for the night and one run for 11 yards. Carson Bell had seven catches for 150 yards, and the Eagles’ young running back Kewayne Dameron had five carries on the ground for 50 yards. Defensive standouts for Washington and Lee included Curtis Adams, who had 12 tackles and six assists; D.Q. Bunn who had 10 tackles and two assists; and Sumiel who had nine tackles and three assists. The Eagles gave up 70 yards in penalties as a result of the mistakes cited by Coach Jones.
King George Foxes football team defeats I.C. Norcom Staff Report On Sept. 25, the two-hour journey to Portsmouth was worth the trip for the the King George High School Foxes as running back Parcarri Brown broke a 14-14 tie in overtime to win a non-conference game against the I.C. Norcom High School Greyhounds, 20-14. In the third quarter, the Greyhounds rallied from a 14-6 Foxes lead to tie the game at 14-14. Earlier in the game, Will Clift (seven-yard run) and Deon Williams (23yard run) accounted for King George’z touchdowns. The win ended a three-game skid for the Foxes (2-3). King George will have a bye this week; however, the Foxes will return to action Oct. 9 to host Spotsylvania High School. Game time is 7 p.m.
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State Conservation Police Officer Academy on hold Mark Fike Imagine it is Thanksgiving weekend and you are a landowner either enjoying a day in the woods doing some hunting with family, or possibly you are not a hunter but are enjoying a walk on your land when you hear shots very close by. You are sure the person firing those shots is on your property. Someone could have just poached a deer or a turkey on your land. A phone call is made to 911 for a conservation police officer. You are informed the officer is a county or two away and it may be awhile before they respond. Meanwhile, the perpetrators are getting away. With hunting season approaching, I thought it would be a good idea to bring readers up to date on a concern landowners and law-abiding hunters have on their minds. VDGIF is short 33 officer positions across the state. I recall in the late winter seeing a press release for
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recruitment of new officers to begin the academy VDGIF was having this year. According to VDGIF, 36 candidates passed background checks and of those, all but four were being considered with the remainder being held in reserve. Then the academy was abruptly cancelled. VDGIF spent many hours doing background checks and money was spent on the recruiting, interviewing and the background check process. The only reason VDGIF has been able to provide for the abrupt cancellation was, “the recruitment was retracted based on an observed need to increase diversity in the DGIF’s ranks and applicant pools.” I saw the recruitment announcement and did not think the announcement excluded any group of people or discouraged any group of people to apply. Readers can see for themselves what the webpage for the recruiting effort looks like at http:// www.dgif.virginia.gov/law-enforcement/recruiting/.
As a landowner that experienced a need to call for law enforcement assistance several times last hunting season, I am seriously concerned about the staffing levels of officers in our region and began to dig deeper. My personal investigations turned up some unsettling rumors that administration above VDGIF (not the VDGIF board) was placing a hold on the academy due to lack of diversity within the ranks of officers. When I could not get this information officially in writing, I placed a call to a state representative who, in turn, agreed to look into it. That office stated they heard the same thing; that administration above VDGIF is holding up the academy over a diversity concern. That representative’s office is working on the issue. Let’s hope they can get some results. It is sad that it appears that someone in a position of authority is playing politics with the service of hunters, anglers and landowners. In all the digging and questions I asked
of various people about the matter, I was unable to turn up any rumors, let alone evidence of someone rejected from becoming a conservation officer due to their religion, race, ethnicity or any other reason besides not passing the background check. The few officers we have in our region work very hard. I have encountered them in the field and on the water many times. I have had my license checked and my tags checked by them. My experiences have been very positive and the officers have been professional. One of many concerns that lawabiding hunters and anglers as well as landowners should have is the remaining officers could be asked to work quite a bit of overtime. While some may welcome the extra money, working too much can impact family life, morale, productivity, future recruiting efforts, safety and, of course, retention. We don’t want to lose any more officers. These officers work late or all night, weekends and holidays.
Response times are likely going to be impacted. As of press time, no date has been set for the new recruitment. No changes were made yet in the announcement, recruitment, or policies regarding selection or recruitment. It would appear that nothing is wrong with the process at all. In fact, VDGIF has said, “There are no specific target demographics, however DGIF is committed to having a workforce that is reflective of the constituencies we serve and the Virginia public.” Citizens are encouraged to call their representatives and demand action be taken to get the new academy back on track. Our local state representatives are Delegate Margaret Ransone and Sen. Richard Stuart. Their contact information is: Ransone: DelMRansone@ house.virginia.gov. Phone number (804) 472-4181 Stuart: Stuart—district28@senate.virginia.gov. Phone number (804) 493-8892.
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Town of Colonial Beach Wastewater Operator Class IV (PB2) or Trainee (PB1S) The Town of Colonial Beach is currently accepting applications for a Wastewater Operator Class IV or Trainee. Duties include but are not limited to assisting in operations, collecting and performing chemical tests, monitoring and recording instrument readings, maintaining plant records and logs, assisting in the repairs and operation and maintenance of equipment and grounds and performing other related tasks as required. Position requires working rotating shifts, weekends, overtime and holidays. Applicant requirements: graduation from high school or possession of a GED certifcate, the skills and abilities to perform the duties of a Wastewater Operator or Trainee, possession of a class IV Wastewater Operators License issued by the DPOR or the ability to obtain, possession of a valid Virginia Driver’s License and a CDL or ability to obtain. Applications including copy of valid licenses will be accepted until the position is filled. Applications may be obtained from Town Hall, 315 Douglas Avenue, Colonial Beach, VA 22443 (804) 224-7181 or Public Works, 2301 McKinney Boulevard, Colonial Beach VA 22443 (804) 224-7260 or online at www.colonialbeachva.net. 9/30/15
and holidays to ensure training programs are delivered successfully.  The position is subject to 24 hour call back for emergencies. To be considered for one of these positions, please submit a completed and signed employment application with copies of all Fire/ EMS/NIMS certifications to King George County Department of Fire, Rescue & Emergency Services, Attn: Employment Applications, 8122 Kings Hwy, King George, VA 22485 by the COB on Oct. 2, 2015. Applications are available at Company Headquarters or downloadable from www.king-george.va.us or www.kgfirerescue.com.
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KING GEORGE COUNTY, VIRGINIA REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS # 10232015-1400 PROFESSIONAL ARCHITECTURAL SERVICES – EXPANSION OF KING GEORGE MIDDLE SCHOOL AND TRACK PROJECT King George County, Virginia is accepting proposals from qualified firms for Professional Architectural Services for use by King George County and King George County Schools. Interested parties may obtain the RFP package by contacting the King George County Procurement Manager Kelly S. Dixon, CPPO CPPB at (540) 775-8575, kdixon@ co.kinggeorge.state.va.us, download from the King George County website – www. king-george.va.us/county- offices/purchasing/solicitations or by written request to: King George County Purchasing Specialist, 10459 Courthouse Drive, Suite 201, King George, VA, 22485. A Pre- Proposal meeting will not be held, however the worksite can be visited on October 6th and 8th between 1:00 pm and 4:00 pm. See RFP for additional details. Proposals will be accepted at the King George County Finance Department at the above address until 2:00 pm (local prevailing time) on October 23, 2015. Late proposals will not be accepted. Small, Women, Minority, and Service Disabled Veteran owned businesses and Local County businesses are encouraged to apply. King George County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 9/30/15
King George County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 9/30b Companion Aide needed part time to assist a disabled man. Personal care, light cooking and housekeeping. Hours are flexible. Ideal for King George resident. Call (540) 775-5263 Waiter/Waitress wanted for 2-4 days a week. Sat. and Sunday a Must. Must have own transportation. Call (540) 775-2278 between 6 a.m. and 3 p.m. Apply in person Bo’s Cafe, 301 KG. 9/30b Fox Towne Adult Day Care Center is now hiring for part time RN’s, CNA and Medical Technician also Volunteers are needed.
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Outdoor Report Mark & Missy Fike Potomac River — Aqua Land in Maryland reported the small striper are all over the river and hitting a variety of baits and lures. Very few keepers are reported. There is good white perch action at the mouths of creeks on spinners, minnows and small crankbaits. Ken’s Tackle reported some small bluefish and rockfish near Colonial Beach. White perch were hitting Beetle spins near Fairview Beach and some small throwback rockfish are among the perch. Some spot are being caught though and they are hitting worms and bloodworms. Rappahannock River — We received very few reports from the Rappahannock this week. Supposedly the catfish action slowed some, as well as the bass activity. With plenty of baby shad and herring headed downriver, it is likely a buffet of sorts for the predators in the river. We saw some really big gar in the river last week. Ponds — Ken’s reported really good bass and crappie action on minnows in ponds. Bream are hitting red wigglers too. Motts Run Reservoir — Fishing at the reservoir continues to be very good. Lots of small bass are hitting around the piers. Catfish action slowed some but they are still hitting chicken liver.
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TRUSTEE’S SALE OF 17501 Owens Landing King George, VA 22485 In execution of a Deed of Trust in the original principal amount of $603,750.00, dated May 4, 2007, recorded among the land records of the Circuit Court for King George County on May 14, 2007, as Instrument Number 20070514000137990, 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 October 20, 2015 at 11:45 AM, the property described in said deed of trust, located at the above address and briefly described as: PARCEL I: ALL THAT TRACT OR PARCEL OF LAND CONTAINING AN AREA OF 2.51 ACRES, MORE OR LESS, LYING AND BEING IN THE POTOMAC MAGISTERIAL DISTRICT, KING GEORGE COUNTY, VIRGINIA, AND BEING THE SAME TRACT OR PARCEL OF LAND THAT WAS CONVEYED TO THE SAID KENNETH N. WELCH AND THE SAID VIRIGINIA M. WELCH, HUSBAND AND WIFE, AS TENANTS BY THE ENTIRETIES WITH THE RIGHT OF SURVIVORSHIP AS AT COMMON LAW BY J . W. WELCH AND EDNA WELCH, HISWIFE, BY DEED DATED JUNE 24, 1960 AND RECORDED AMONG THE LAND RECORDS OF KING GEORGE COUNTY, VIRGINIA IN DEED BOOK 77 (IRTA DEED BOOK 7) AT PAGE 582. PARCEL TWO: ALL THAT LOT, TRACT OR PARCEL OF REAL ESTATE, INCLUDING ALL IMPROVEMENTS THEREON, LYING AND BEING IN THE POTOMAC MAGISTERIAL DISTRICT, KING GEORGE COUNTY, VIRGINIA CONTAINING AN AREA OF ONE (1) ACRE, MORE OR LESS, AS SHOWN ON A PLAT OF SURVEY MADE BY J .ARTHUR COOKE, C.L.S., DATED FEBRUARY 17, 1970 AND RECORDED IN DEED BOOK 108 AT PAGE 143, IN THE CLERK’S OFFICE OF THE CIRCUIT COURT OF KING GEORGE COUNTY, VIRGINIA. ALSO CONVEYED HEREIN IS A RIGHT OF WAY FROM THE HEREIN CONVEYED PROPERTY TO EXISTING ROAD AS SHOWN ON THE AFORESAID PLAT OF SURVEY, SAID RIGHT OF WAY BEING TWENTY FEET (20) IN WIDTH AND SIXTY NINE AND THREE TENTHS FEET (69.3’) LONG. Tax ID: 2-1A & 2-1B. TERMS OF SALE: ALL CASH. A bidder’s deposit of $15,000.00 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/Conv (Trustee # 557201) 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 # 1074.03115 09/23/2015, 09/30/2015, , 9/23, 9/30, 10/7
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TOWN OF COLONIAL BEACH PUBLIC NOTICE On October 15, 2015, at 5:30 p.m. at the regular monthly meeting of the Colonial Beach Planning Commission, at Town Center in Colonial Beach, the Colonial Beach Planning Commission will conduct a public hearing regarding Ordinance No. 668. All interested persons are invited to attend and participate in the public hearing. ORDINANCE NO. 668 : AMENDS THE TOWN OF COLONIAL BEACH ZONING ORDINANCE, ARTICLE 18 MISCELLANEOUS BY AMENDING THE FOLLOWING SECTIONS: CONCERNING CONSTRUCTION TRAILERS, A STATEMENT WAS ADDED STATING THAT A ZONING PERMIT IS REQUIRED TO USE A CONSTRUCTION TRAILER WHEN IN CONJUNCTION WITH PERMITTED CONSTRUCTION WORK. THE ORDINANCE WAS ALSO AMENDED TO ALLOW FOR A CONSTRUCTION TRAILER TO BE REMOVED WITHIN SEVEN DAYS OF THE ISSUANCE OF A CERTIFIUCATE OF OCCUPANCY RATHER THAN IMMEDIATELY UPON THE ISSUANCE OF THE CERTIFICATE OF OCCUPANCY. THIS ORDINANCE ADDS THE FOLLOWING SECTIONS: TEMPORARY USES-UNLESS OTHERWISE SPECIFIED HEREIN THESE TEMPORARY USES ARE PERMITTED WITHIN EVERY ZONING DISTRICT WITH AN APPROVED SITE PLAN AND/OR ZONING PERMIT. SIGNAGE FOR TEMPORARY USES SHALL BE AS PROVIDED IN THIS ORDINANCE. CONSTRUCTION TRAILERS SHALL NOT IMPAIR VISIBILITY OR IMPEDE VEHICULAR ON ROADWAYS OR PEDESTRIAN TRAFFIC ON SIDEWALKS. THEY SHALL BE LOCATED A MINIMUM OF 10-FEET FROM PUBLIC RIGHTS-OF-WAY. A TEMPORARY ZONING PERMIT IS REQUIRED FOR A POD.NO TEMPORARY STRUCTURE OR CONTAINER MAY BE PLACED ON ANY LOT WITHOUT OBTAINING A PERMIT FOR A TEMPORARY STRUCTURE. TEMPORARY STRUCTURES OR CONTAINERS SHALL BE LOCATED IN THE SIDE OR REAR YARDS OR MAY BE PLACED ON THE DRIVEWAY WITHIN THE FRONT YARD. SEASONAL SALES & OUTDOOR DISPLAY-A TEMPORARY ZONING PERMIT IS REQUIRED FOR SEASONAL SALES. SALES OF SEASONAL GOODS SUCH AS PUMPKINS, HOLIDAY TREES AND WREATHS, AND SIMILAR ITEMS MAY OCCUR AS A TEMPORARY USE IN ANY OF THE FOLLOWING ZONING DISTRICTS: RESORT COMMERCIAL, COMMERCIAL RESIDENTIAL, GENERAL COMMERCIAL, HEAVY COMMERCIAL, AND MARITIME COMMERCIAL. SEASONAL SALES MAY OCCUR FOR NOT MORE THAN 60-DAYS WITH AN APPROVED TEMPORARY ZONING PERMIT. DISPLAY OF SEASONAL ITEMS SHALL BE 10-FEET FROM THE PUBLIC RIGHT-OF-WAY AND NOT IMPAIR VISIBILITY OR IMPEDE VEHICULAR ON ROADWAYS OR PEDESTRIAN TRAFFIC ON SIDEWALKS. ALL TRASH AND DEBRIS SHALL BE REMOVED FROM THE PROPERTY WHEN THE SEASONAL SALES HAVE CEASED. SPECIAL EVENTS-SPECIAL EVENT PERMITS ARE ISSUED THROUGH THE TOWN MANAGER’S OFFICE AND WOULD BE SUBJECT TO ALL APPLICABLE TEMPORARY USE RESTRICTIONS CONTAINED HEREIN. THE FOLLOWING SECTIONS WERE REMOVED: VISIBILITY AT INTERSECTIONS -ON ANY LOT, THERE SHALL BE NO STRUCTURE, PLANTING OR TRUNK OF A TREE (WITHOUT BRANCHES OR FOLIAGE) OF SUCH NATURE AND DIMENSION AS TO OBSTRUCT SIGHT DISTANCE IN A MANNER THAT IMPAIRS VEHICLE OR PEDESTRIAN VISIBILITY. EXCEPT AS OTHERWISE PROVIDED WITHIN ANY SPECIFIC ZONING DISTRICT, ON A CORNER LOT IN ANY DISTRICT IN WHICH A FRONT YARD IS REQUIRED, A FRONT YARD SHALL BE PROVIDED ALONG AT LEAST ONE STREET FRONTAGE, AND A STREET SIDE YARD OF NOT LESS THAN TEN (10) FEET SHALL BE PROVIDED ALONG ALL OTHER STREET FRONTAGES AND REPLACED WITH A CORNER LOT IN ANY DISTRICT HAS TWO FRONT YARDS AND TWO (2) SIDE YARDS AND NO REAR YARD IN RELATION TO DETERMINING SETBACKS. THE FRONT YARDS LIE ADJACENT TO THE STREETS WHILE THE TWO (2) SIDE YARDS LIE ADJACENT TO OTHER PROPERTIES. THE FRONT YARD SETBACK ALONG ONE (1) OF THE STREET FRONTAGES MAY BE REDUCED TO TEN (10) FEET. THE FOLLOWING SECTION WAS REMOVED: NOTWITHSTANDING 18-3(A), ANY FENCE PROHIBITED BY THESE REQUIREMENTS MAY BE PERMITTED IF SUCH FENCE WOULD BE ALLOWED IF ERECTED ON ANY ADJOINING PROPERTY FROM SECTION 18-3 FENCES, WALLS AND HEDGES. THE MAXIMUM HEIGHT OF FENCES WAS CHANGED FROM EIGHT (8) FEET TO SIX (6) FEET. THE FOLLOWING SECTIONS WERE REMOVED:PUBLIC FACILITY EXEMPTIONS-ANY PUBLIC FACILITY CONSTRUCTED WITHIN THE TOWN OF COLONIAL BEACH SHALL BE EXEMPT FROM THE SETBACK, MINIMUM LOT AREA AND STREET FRONTAGE REQUIREMENTS AS PROVIDED FOR IN THIS ORDINANCE, AND PROVIDED THAT SUCH A FACILITY IS NO CLOSER THAN THREE (3) FEET FROM A PUBLIC RIGHT-OF-WAY (ROW). PARKING OF COMMERCIAL VEHICLES-PARKING OR STORAGE OF COMMERCIAL VEHICLES AS DEFINED IN ARTICLE 20 OF THIS ORDINANCE IN RESIDENTIAL DISTRICTS IS PROHIBITED EXCEPT IN A COMPLETELY ENCLOSED BUILDING, OR DURING THE ACTUAL PROCESS OF DELIVERY OR PROVISION OF SERVICE TO A RESIDENCE. PUBLIC UTILITY AND EMERGENCY VEHICLES ARE EXEMPTED. The complete text of Ordinance Number 668 may be obtained from the Town of Colonial Beach Department of Planning and Community Development at 315 Douglas Avenue, Colonial Beach, Virginia 22443 Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Anyone with a disability who requires assistance in order to participate in the public hearing is asked to contact The Department of Planning and Community Development prior to the public hearing so that appropriate arrangements may be made.
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Beach’s town attorney addresses council and citizen concerns on school financing The vote to approve the application to Virginia Public School Authority (VPSA) for up to $9.6 million to build a new elementary school took center stage at the Sept. 24 Colonial Beach Town Council work session. At a Regular town council meeting held the morning of Saturday, Sept 12, there was a fairly even mix of people for and against the decision to finance the building the new school. The council held a public hearing on the matter but postponed action due to a tie vote. Councilman Tommy Edwards was absent from the Saturday meeting. At the Sept 12 meeting council heard public comments on the matter, including concerns from Councilman Steve Cirbee, that the town is not following the law in respect to the comprehensive plan. Cirbee suggested the council was violating Virginia Codes. He stated that because the building of the new school was not mentioned in either the Capital Improvement Plan or the Comprehensive Plan the town would be in violation of State laws. Councilman Wayne DiRosario agreed.
At the Sept 24 work session, Town Attorney Andrea Erard put together a presentation to give her legal opinion. “There were some questions that came up at the last meeting concerning the legality of council voting on the bond issue” Erard said at the Thursday meeting. Resolution 48-15 authorizes application for bond financing for the purpose of constructing a new elementary school in the town and pertains solely to the financing. Erard said. “Issues concerning the type and location of the school could be decided later by the school system.” However the school has already chosen the location for the new school. It is to be placed on the grounds at 100 First St., where the entire school population is now attending school. Erard assured the public and council that all requirements for the application for the issuance of bonds for the purpose of financing a new school facility have been met. “Building and financing the school, from a legal perspective, are two different depths.” It is true that the town is required by State law to adopt a comprehensive plan and it must be reviewed by the
planning commission every five years, she said. “It doesn’t necessarily have to be updated, just reviewed.” Erard added that the Comprehensive Plan doesn’t have to be terribly specific. “It is intended to be a guide and a general identification of what should go in certain areas of the locality,” she said. The charts, maps and descriptions are designed to show a general or approximate location for certain uses. Erard pointed out that the site the school plans to use to build the new elementary school is within the area designated for school use, in the current and future land-use maps. After some deliberation between members, the council voted 4-2 in favor of the school pursuing financing for the new elementary school. Council Woman Wanda Goforth was unable to attend the meeting, however her vote would not have changed the outcome either way. Furthermore, Erard said after the meeting, “An affirmative vote of the majority of the elected members [which is required by law] means that 4 of 7 need to vote in favor.”
This lady’s work table has belonged to a family from Richmond for several generations. The wood is mahogany with pine secondary wood. The milk glass knobs possibly are Sandwich glass, and the legs are well carved. The leaves raise to form a larger surface, thus in effect it is also a Pembroke table. A s American Henry Lane Empire work Hull tables go, this one is exceptional for its design, condition, and completeness. The term “work table” means that it was to be used for sewing operations, with the two top
drawers being for needles, scissors, tapes and threads. The third, which appears to be a drawer, actually would have had a fabric basket hanging from it. The latter would have been for scraps or pieces of fabric that the lady would have been using. At present the drawer frame has a loose base, which actually might be the original bottom of the cloth basket. As is, it serves as a drawer rather than a frame for the basket. The table probably was made in a cabinet shop in New York or New England. The crispness of the carving and marquetry of the wood on the drawer fronts and top are typical of those areas. I suggest looking for a maker’s signature, which, if found, could be a major factor in determining the value of the piece. The table dates from the 1820s, and
appears only to be missing the fabric basket, which easily could be made from a striped satin cloth. Given the excellent qualities of the piece it is worth $450, and quite possibly more at a good auction. As ladies do not sit in the evenings and sew the way their ancestors did, most of these pieces now serve other functions, such as end tables or bedside tables, but regardless of the contemporary use, restoring the basket would return the piece to its original form, which only could increase its value.
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Woodward named editor of Lee family archive at Stratford Hall Richard Leggitt Colin Woodward, an archivist at the University of Arkansas, has been named the editor of the digital archives of eight generations of Lee family documents maintained by Stratford Hall, according to an announcement last week by the historic Westmoreland County estate. The digital archives are an online repository of the collected papers of the family of immigrant founder Richard Lee and his descendants, including Robert E. Lee. The rich legacy of the Lee family spans the first 300 years of American history and is available online free of charge for research and teaching purposes.
from Trinity College. In addition to serving as a archivist at the University of Arkansas, Woodward has been a project archivist with the Virginia Historical Society and a reference librarian at the Valentine Richmond History Center. Woodward is also the author of a book, “Marching Masters: Slavery, Race and the Confederate Army during the Civil War,” published by the University of Virginia Press. At Stratford Hall, Woodward will be using the resources of Stratford’s famed DuPont Library. “My first priority will be Robert E. Lee,” Woodward said. “We hope to not only have the transcripts available for researchers and teachers, but scans of the actual documents as well.”
School: Council okays funding plan Colonial Beach’s history, both current and moving forward,” Blunt said. “I feel this process, at least at the council level, should be dealt with over a longer period of time.” Councilman Mike Looney, council liaison to the town’s public school system, described the current situation for elementary students. “We have basically five temporary buildings, which house the elementary school. It creates a situation which is dangerous to the students.” In the case of a tornado, he said, the students either have to shelter in place or risk going outside to seek safety at the high school building. He added in the case of a lock down, the principal has to go outdoors among all five buildings. Students also have to go outside to switch classes, go to the gym, library and elementary cafeteria. Food has to be brought over from
I’m going to stand by my principles.” Although Councilwoman Wanda Goforth was not in attendance on Sept. 24, Edwards’ vote in favor cemented a majority for “I believe we are on our way to financing the new school. being a part of Colonial Beach’s After the revitalization success story.” m e e t i n g Superintendent – Colonial Beach School Board Chair Tim Trivett Dr. Kevin Newman said, “I’m excited about moving forward and getting a new taxes already slated for the school school for our elementary students.” School Board Members Patrice system, will be fiscally responsible. Blunt said he agreed, “But it is the Lyburn, Vicki Roberson and Michelle process, I feel personally this was Payne all expressed their happiness over the vote. Payne added, “I’m pushed on me.” Councilman Wayne DiRosario happy that we are moving in the said, “I agree with both Mr. Blunt right directions.” School Board Chairman Tim and Mr. Looney, but I’m going to side with Mr. Blunt. We can still Trivett said, “I believe we are on correct this if we have more time to our way to being a part of Colonial do it correctly. That’s where I stand. Beach’s revitalization success story.” the high school. Looney said, remedying the problems, by following the plan to utilize mod pod rental money and
Pirates to take center stage at Port Royal Charter Days Richard Leggitt “Avast Matey!” Pirates and lots of their friends, neighbors, and guests are coming to the Rappahanmock River town of Port Royal on Saturday. The historic town’s Charter Day Festival will take place Oct. 3 from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. The annual Charter Day event celebrates the recognition of Port Royal as a town more than 270 years ago, and the fact that Port Royal is on the National Historical Registry. This free annual event will also feature colonial-era and Civil War history, as well as the town’s famous maritime heritage. “Port Royal’s Charter Day is a
day to remember the past, enjoy the community of the present and look to the future,” said Nancy Long, the town’s mayor. “It is a day of history, fun, food, shopping, and entertainment for the whole family.” Long and other town officials are encouraging pirate dress for the event, and there will be costume contests for children, youth and adults with prizes awarded in each category. “Much thanks to the festival committee, town manager and to all the volunteers,” said Long. “Their efforts make this day possible.” Officials said there will be cannon fire and sword play by some of the pirates in attendance Saturday,
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“We welcome Colin and the expertise he brings to this very important project for Stratford Hall,” said Carter Refo, Stratford hall’s executive director. “Bringing together in one place all of the Lee family papers is a tremendous project, one that we are excited to move forward with a full-time editor.” The Lee family digital archives were initially developed by Washington and Lee University in Lexington. The archives, which currently house over 3,000 Lee family documents, were transitioned to Stratford Hall in 2014 thanks to a generous grant by the Ratcliffe Foundation. Woodward has a Ph.D. and a Masters Degree from Louisiana State University and a Bachelor’s Degree
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including Captain Jaxx Parrow, the Blue-Eye Pirate, from Bristow and Blackbeard’s Crew from Hampton. There will also be a costume contest at 3 p.m. Saturday. Children will also be able to participate in old-school games such as sack races, three-legged races, wheel barrow races and an egg toss. Entry into the contests is free and prizes will be awarded. There will be a bounce house to entertain the children and there will be fee activities which will include face painting and pony rides. New for this year’s festival, according to town officials, will be a pet photo contest. Prizes will be awarded in the categories: dog, cat and other. Also, new this year will be an Antiques Appraisal - similar to the “Antique Road Show.” There will be live music featuring the Gary Lee Tolley and Friends Band, onstage from 1 -4:30 p.m. The band will play beach music, country
and oldies tunes. Town officials are urging guests to bring lawn chairs. There will be expanded food and beer gardens this year to allow guests to sit and relax during the event. About 70 vendors will have unique and specialty wares for sale including jewelry, home décor, beauty, health and wellness, clothing, foods, crafts and art. Port Royal’s history is fascinating and important stops for visitors and guests are the town’s two museums. The Port Royal Museum of Medicine, which was a two-room doctor’s office for more for than 150 years, and the Port Royal Museum of American History, which features native American artifacts, a set of White House china and a portrait gallery of famous Virginians. For more information about the Charter Days event or Port Royal’s history, including its maritime heritage, go to www.historicportroyal. com.