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Montross Spirit Festival drew happy weekend crowds Richard Leggitt

The annual Montross Christmas Spirit Festival drew steady and happy weekend crowds as Westmoreland County residents and visitors celebrated the beginning of the Christmas season.

“The Montross Christmas Spirit Festival is really a special evening in town,” said Terry Cosgrove, spokesman for the Montross Revitalization Partnership. “I’d go as far as to say events like this are why many of us choose to live in a small town and away from the busy metropolitan areas and lifestyles elsewhere.”

“It’s a pretty village area and a safe town where the kids can gather and adults are sure to see many familiar faces as the several hundred gather for the annual First Friday in December Christmas tree lighting ceremony,” said Cosgrove.

“As the Westmoreland County Volunteer Fire Company Auxiliary reads the names of fire department members that have passed away, the tree is lighted, followed by Christmas music

filling the air around the old courthouse.”

“Saturday Santa hopped a ride from the Fire Department to see more children at the old courthouse along with his elf helpers from Little Eagles Daycare center,” Cosgrove said. “Sunday additional art events are taking place at the museum making at pretty much a Montross Christmas Spirit Weekend this year and that’s a great thing.”

Montross businesses participated in the Christmas Spirit weekend as well. Bridget’s Bouquets, the Carrot Cottage, Diane Jackson’s Art Gallery, Community Bank and the Bank of Lancaster all held open houses.

Music and band students from Montross middle and high school performed Christmas music at the popular Art of Coffee. Under the leadership of educators Rob and Kelly Wright, the students played as solo artists and within different groups.

A special treat for those visiting with Santa at the old Westmoreland County Courthouse, which is soon to be turned into a county visitors center, was a glimpse at two new

previously unseen murals painted by artists commissioned by the Revitalization Partnership. The murals will be officially unveiled at a scheduled ceremony at a later time.

“It’s been a great year in the village of Montross,” Cosgrove said. “We’ve completed all of the revitalization projects we’d planned and budgeted for during this calendar year. From the street beautification to the façade improvement program and the mural program to the cross walk improvements it’s all been positive for our citizens and our business and property owners.”

“We are extremely happy with our event driven destination approach to bringing people back to Montross. From our First Friday Art Walks, First Saturday’s Market Day’s to our main event Fall Festival and now our Montross Christmas Spirit Festival it’s been fun to see shoppers and dinners walking the village and supporting our local vendors and brick and mortar businesses.”

See back page for more photos of the festival.

Photo courtesy Terry Cosgrove

A crowd of more than a hundred Montross residents gathered to watch the lighting of the Spirit Tree at the old Westmoreland Courthouse.

Planning Commission KG submits comments to state on fracking rules calls for assessments Phyllis Cook

Linda Farneth The Colonial Beach Planning Commission is recommending environmental assessments for two of the North Irving town-owned properties before marketing. The commission did not recommend demolition of the old police building but stated no restrictions should be requested of the eventual purchaser.

The commission has been reviewing town-owned properties at the town council’s request.

The commission was tasked with making recommendations on how each property should be handled by the town. The three townowned buildings currently being considered are the Klotz building, located at 6 N. Irving Ave., the old police building at 10 N. Irving Ave., and the old town hall building at 18 N. Irving Ave. Commission Chairman Robin Schick talked with a real estate

agent to discuss how best to review and market these properties with regards to historical preservation and qualification for main street inclusion.

The properties in questions are also in the revitalization project area, so the commission wants to ensure their recommendations will be in keeping with the improvements being currently made under the revitalization grant.

The agent advised that the town should invest to have all properties undergo asbestos, lead-based paint and structural integrity assessments. Then the town can decide if the buildings fit the other criteria that Schick mentioned.

Schick said it is unlikely that potential investors would want to go through the cost of having these assessments done before purchasing the properties.

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King George approved its comments to go to the Virginia Department of Mines Minerals & Energy for proposed changes the state is contemplating for oil and gas drilling in this part of the commonwealth.

The comments were approved on Dec. 1, with the deadline for submission set for Dec. 4 to the state department overseeing oil and gas drilling, referred to as “fracking.”

Fracking is a method of drilling for natural gas by high-pressure injection of chemicals and large amounts of water through a pipe into rock formations thousands of feet underground, creating cracks in the ancient shale beds to allow the extraction of natural gas.

Fracking is taking place in other areas of Virginia. But the state intends to tighten its regulations for the area referred to as the “Tidewater,” which includes the localities in the Northern Neck, Middle Peninsula and others further south.

Tidewater’s rules will be different

for fracking due to proximity to the environmentally sensitive Chesapeake Bay and also because of the Taylorsville Basin aquifer, which is the major source of water for the entire region.

The state’s proposed regulation amendments for Tidewater include the following rules for applications: • A list of all ingredients to be used in any hydraulic fracturing operations, including those for which trade secret protection is requested.

• DMME and Department of Environmental Quality to convene a pre-application meeting to ensure the potential drilling applicant is aware of all state law and regulations pertaining to oil and gas drilling, with the meeting to be public and in the locality for which the permit is sought with notice given.

• Groundwater baseline sampling, analysis and monitoring plan required.

The groundwater monitoring program is to include subsequent sampling and testing

after setting the production casing or liner.

• Submission of an emergency response plan.

• Various certifications required from the applicant, including agreement to comply with all local land use ordinances.

The draft regulation amendments having to do with Tidewater can be found online at www.dmme.virginia. gov/dgo/RegulatoryAction.shtml.

During discussion by supervisors, county attorney Eric Gregory said he had amended the proposed comments since the board’s review on Nov. 17.

“I added language regarding surface waters and ground waters and made some corrections,” Gregory said.

Ruby Brabo said she wanted land reclamation procedures to be requested by the county.

Gregory said the reclamation procedures were already in the state regulations elsewhere and the section was not within the scope of the proposed amendments.

“Those are not the complete regulations online,” Gregory

explained.

Joe Grzeika agreed. “I remember reading those. I think we should stick to the amendments. Otherwise the comments aren’t really germane to what’s being advertised for the public input for those amendments.”

Brabo also wanted to request the state to include the Virginia Department of Transportation’s (VDOT) involvement in the application process, which was nixed

by Dale Sisson.

“VDOT’s not included in the (state) Code for such things other than the entryway,” Sisson said. “My recommendation is, we’ve worked on this and it’s due Dec. 4.”

Grzeika agreed. “I am not a fan of making changes on the fly and not getting to see them before they get submitted. I’m okay with this, but anything beyond that, I’m not going to support,” Grzeika said.

Following discussion, the motion

by Brabo was unanimously approved to send the comments to the state as presented in the meeting packet for Dec. 1.

Holiday tour to benefit Historical Society Linda Farneth On the Dec. 12, the Colonial Beach Historical Society will host a Christmas House Tour to benefit the Colonial Beach Museum. A reception will take place at the museum, located at 128 Hawthorne St., beginning at 5:30 p.m.

Participants will then receive their participation ribbons and the list of houses to be toured.

This year the tour will be split into two groups and will leave the museum at 6:30 p.m. The first stop will be Colonial Beach First Baptist Church, where the event goers will be treated to a non-denominational service, then move on.

House tours will allow participants to view the entire first floor of the selected homes. Tickets for historical society members are $15. For non-members, the fee is $18. Applications for membership will be available that evening at the museum. The cost is $15 for an indiviual, $25 for family and $30 for a business.

Event Coordinator Betty Whitestone said on Dec. 1 that 60 of the 80 tickets had already been sold. “This is the last big fundraiser for the museum before it closes for the winter that evening,” she said.

The museum will reopen in the middle of April 2016.

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Pearl Harbor in the days and weeks after the attack This is a little like the late Paul Harvey’s radio series, “the rest of the story.” Its been over 74 years since the Japanese attacked the U.S. Fleet at Pearl Harbor.

For most Americans, whether they remember the day (and that’s a dwindling number) or, like me, have only heard David S. Kerr about it, Pearl Harbor brings to mind a fiendish attack and a devastating defeat.

But, that terrible day is only part of the story. The rest, what happened at Pearl Harbor in the days, weeks and months following the attack as recovery and salvage operations brought the Pacific fleet back to life, is truly inspiring. And often not part of the story.

To describe the scene at Pearl Harbor on the morning of Dec. 8 as a mess would be a profound understatement. Over 2,000 sailors, airmen, soldiers and Marines had been killed, and another 1,500 wounded overwhelmed the base hospital. The harbor itself was covered with oil, some of it still burning. Ammunition aboard the capsized, sunken and damaged ships was exploding, and bodies bobbed in the water.

Yet as crippled as it was, the Navy still had to do what it could to recover, and recover quickly.

Fortunately, the three aircraft carriers under Adm. William Frederick Halsey’s command had stayed at sea, depriving the Japanese of a target whose destruction might have dealt a death blow to the Pacific Fleet. Still, much of the pride of the U.S. Navy were resting in the mud of Pearl Harbor, and unless some of these assets could be returned to service, the situation in the Pacific would be more

Letters to the Editor Black Friday at Walmart in KG To the Editor: It has been a long time since I have gone to a Black Friday Sale of any kind. (I went to the one) held on Thursday evening at the King George Walmart. This sale for me turned out to be a rather pleasant end to a stuffed turkey day. I went to by one item, because it was a “must” for my great-grandson. They only had 4, and after I got what I came for I started back through the massive crowd that wasn’t there before!. I was able to get two other items.

It was a well-organized event and the people who were by each display of items shown in the sale ad were very helpful. All in all everything was there and I applaud King George Walmart for getting it right.

Sometimes it’s not all about pushing, shoving, fights and disdain of “just not wanting to be there.”

First, Christmas is about our Lord, Jesus Christ, and then about the pleasure of seeing the face of a loved one on Christmas and the satisfaction that you could put a smile on that face.

God Bless All for this season of love and giving.

Sandi H. Buckler King George Dear Editor: The Quran states that Jesus Christ was just a prophet of Allah second only to the Prophet Muhammad.

It also states that Jesus is not divine (Quran 5:17, 75) and He was not crucified (Quran 4:157). The difference between Jesus Christ and Muhammad is profound. If you were to visit the grave site of Muhammad his remains are still in the grave. If you were to visit the tomb of Jesus Christ He is not there. He has risen.

dangerous than it already was.

While several ships, such as the Arizona, were total losses, several battleships, a couple of destroyers, and at least two tenders looked like they might be resurrected. But it would take an extraordinary effort.

Under normal conditions the Navy does pretty well at organizing salvage-and-recovery efforts. But this was no ordinary recovery effort.

The Navy was attempting to raise more ships at one time than anyone ever had. And time was short. The work had to be done in a few months if there would be any benefit to the war effort.

That’s the part of the Pearl Harbor story that often isn’t told. As battered as the Navy was at Pearl Harbor, many of the ships that sank, capsized, or ran aground trying to escape lived to fight another day.

To help with this Herculean task, the Navy recruited 3,000 civilian shipyard workers from the mainland.

According to the Bible over five hundred people saw Him after He rose from the dead. When Jesus walked on earth He raised the dead, healed the sick , open blind eyes, caused the lame to walk and even cast out demons. The Quran never mentions Muhammad performing any miracles.

In many places in the Bible Jesus Christ is called God (John 1:1, 14; John 8:53, 56-58; John 10:30; John 14:8-10). Jesus said before Abraham was born “I Am,” meaning the Eternal God. Today around the world thousands upon thousands of Christians are being martyred because they refuse to deny that Jesus Christ is their risen Lord and Savior.

The Bible says God is love (1 John4:16) and that He loves all people (John 3:16). The Quran never says Allah is love. In fact the Quran says that Allah does not love unbelievers (Quran 2:98; 3:32). Do you believe the Prophet Muhammad who is still in the grave or do you believe in Jesus Christ who rose from the dead. Jesus Christ demonstrated His love for the whole world that while we were yet sinners He gave His life on a cross so that all who believe in Him may have the free gift of eternal life.

Dale Taylor Spotsylvania I.M.H.O.(in my humble opinion) I think we need to have a winter holiday in July or August. It’s too late to worry about swim suit figures. Just think of all the savory & sweet foods we could be eating. You know, those goodies that only show up during the winter holidays. Mmmm, spiked fruitcake.

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When you’re decking the halls this year, make sure to keep fire safety in mind. That’s the main message behind “Project Holiday,” the National Fire Protection Association’s (NFPA) annual holiday fire safety campaign, which works to educate the public about the increased risk of home fires during the holiday season.

When decking the halls this holiday season, follow NFPA’s simple safety tips to help keep yourself and your family and friends safer from fire. “The holidays carry a host of traditions and festivities that people look forward to all year. Unfortunately, many of these activities carry hidden dangers that present potential fire hazards,” said Lorraine Carli, NFPA’s vice president for Outreach and Advocacy.

Holiday decorations, Christmas trees, candles and cooking all contribute to an increased number of home fires during December, making it one of the four leading months for U.S. home fires. Consider these facts: Holiday cooking: While cooking fires are the leading cause of U.S. home fires and injuries year-round, Christmas Day and Christmas Eve ranked second and third (after Thanksgiving) as the leading days

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for home cooking fires. On Christmas Day in 2013, there was a 58 percent increase in the number of home cooking fires than on a typical day, and a 54 percent increase on Christmas Eve. Christmas trees: Christmas tree fires are not common, but when they do occur, they’re much more likely to be deadly than most other fires. One of every 31 reported home Christmas tree fires results in a death each year, compared to an annual average of one death per 144 total reported home fires.

Candles: The top four days for home candle fires are New Year’s Day, Christmas, New Year’s Eve and Christmas Eve. In December, 11 percent of home candle fires began with decorations, compared to 4 percent the rest of the year.

“Fortunately, with some added awareness and by taking some simple safety precautions, people can ensure a safe and festive holiday season,” said Carli. “That’s what ‘Project Holiday’ is all about.”

For more information visit www. nfpa.org. All NFPA codes and standards can be viewed online for free at www.nfpa.org/freeaccess.

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The effort was a wonderful testament to the American spirit, a remarkable mix of guts, engineering talent, and brutishly hard work.

Several of the saved ships saw action against the Japanese; one was lost in battle.

Today the remnants of the attack on Pearl Harbor are mostly vanished.

But there is still one reminder, settled in the mud as she was 74 years ago.

The superstructure and decks of the USS Arizona are gone, but her fuel bunkers are still leaking. About a gallon a day.

With that tiny oil slick she whispers a quiet story of what happened so long ago and the heroic recovery effort that brought her sisters in the Pacific Fleet back to life.

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ready for more advanced yard repairs within five months. The battleships West Virginia and Nevada and two tenders, each sunk by Japanese fire, also returned to service later in 1942, as did two destroyers.

The repairs necessary to re-float some of the ships were straightforward. Other ships, like the capsized Oklahoma required some engineering genius. The engineering effort required an array of massive pulleys anchored on Ford Island that literally turned a capsized ship right side up. A mid-level officer named Hyman Rickover was heavily involved in this effort. In some cases, the creative use of dynamite removed propellers from their damaged shafts.

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There were welders, pipe fitters, divers, machinists, electricians, and carpenters. Some went to Pearl Harbor directly, others waited on the West Coast for the ships, still afloat, that could be moved to the more secure, better-equipped yards in California.

One civilian welder from the Brooklyn Navy Yard described what he saw at Pearl as an “ungodly mess.” The wrecks were a tangle of twisted metal, mud, oil, debris and live ammo. These were dangerous working conditions, and the engineering problems the Navy faced in re-floating the ships, or just taking off salvageable equipment, required creativity and dogged determination. Over 18 months, Navy and civilian divers, working in near-zero visibility, would log 20,000 hours underwater.

Three badly damaged battleships, the Pennsylvania, the Maryland, and the Tennessee, each averaging about 30,000 tons, were re-floated and

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AREA DEATH Anna Thomas Gaborow

On the last day of November 2015, Anna Thomas Gaborow, one day after turning 100 ½ years old, entered Glory, dancing into the arms of her beloved husband, who had been waiting 42 years for that next dance.

Born Anna Virginia Thomas, May 29, 1915, she grew up and spent her early years in Amherst County, Virginia. She graduated from Amherst High School in 1933. After spending two years at Blackstone Women’s College in Blackstone, VA, she returned to Amherst, and a teaching job at the Oronoco Civilian Conservation (CC) Camp, where she met the love of her life and best friend, Harry Rodman Gaborow. They were married August 19, 1939. Harry preceded Anna in their trip to Glory on August 28, 1973.

After the 1941 attack on Pearl Harbor, her husband, Harry, joined the US Navy. While on active duty, they lived several places in the United States landing in China Lake, CA, where they lived for 6 ½ years, where both of her children were born. In 1946, while still in California, Anna joined the American Legion Auxiliary, which immediately became, and remained a very important part of her life for the next 69 years. In the early 1950s, Anna settled with her family in King George, VA. She transferred her Auxiliary membership to the just-then organizing Unit #89 in King George. Anna was one of the original 10 charter members, of which she was very proud. Anna began working for the King George County School system when her young children became old enough to attend school. Her biggest desire, and her proudest achievement, in life was being a Mother and Grandmother; she was not about to let her precious children go off to school without her. Anna was a vital employee with the school system until her retirement in 1970 as the School Secretary, the same year her only grandchild was born. Her grandson quickly became the center of her life. Continuing her interests in the importance of education, as well as her life-long beliefs in always helping anyone, anytime, in anyway you can, Anna maintained an active role in her community well into her late 90s.

She was a member of Two Rivers

Baptist Church in King George, VA. Anna held a dual membership in the Order of the Eastern Star, having joined the Desert Holly-Joshua Tree #547 chapter in 1948, while in California; and, then expanding her membership to also include the Wakefield Chapter #77 in Colonial Beach, VA. In the mid-1970s, she became a Counselor for Virginia Girls State, a program created by the American Legion Auxiliary, designed to teach young women responsible citizenship and love for God and Country. She loved mentoring and working with the rising high school Seniors so much, she remained a Girls State Counselor for three decades. Anna was also a member of the Daughters of America for many decades, and for the last several years was the oldest member of her local chapter in Colonial Beach, VA. It was always important to Anna to speak up for and to help the people she felt needed it the most, which led her to place great importance on the political process. She was a lifelong member of the Democratic Party.

She must have written well over 50 letters to the editor over the years in support of her favorite political candidate, or simply to let everyone know there was a need which needed meeting, or to remind people to take care of the environment. Anyone who knew Anna, knew she was about getting it done, not just talking about getting it done.

Anna is survived by her daughter and best friend, Barbara Jane Gaborow of King George, VA (whose husband and beloved son-in-law to Anna, Donald W. Redding, left this world in 2003); her son and daughter-in-law, Stephen Thomas Gaborow and Suzan Stafford of Columbia, SC; and her only grandson, Joseph Rodman Gaborow, of King George, VA. She is also survived by her brother, Harold O. Thomas of Nelson, VA. She leaves these people, as well as numerous friends, cousins, nieces, and nephews, to cherish her sweet memory. Anna joined her siblings, Raymond E.Thomas, Clara V. Lingo and Warren C.Thomas, who have already danced into Glory.

There will be a Celebration of her Life in King George, VA, January 9, 2016, and in Amherst, VA January 10, 2016. Details will follow.

The family requests in lieu of flowers, please continue Anna’s spirit of giving through the practice of daily random acts of kindness.

Driskill Funeral Chapel, Amherst is in charge of arrangements. www.

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“SHOP LOCAL FOR THE HOLIDAYS HOLLY JOLLY MARKET BAZAAR”

December 12, 2015 - 9am-1pm Rain – Snow - Shine KG Elementary School Cafeteria & Parking Lot 10381 Ridge Road, King George, VA. Featured at this Shop Local Event are members of the award winning King George Farmers Market!

Also featuring Local Artists & Crafters with Hand-made art, pottery, photographs, woodwork, quilts, hats, embroidery, and more! Fresh Farm Food, citrus, preserves, pickles and more!

Thursday, Dec. 10

Active Older Adult group at he KG-Y is taking bus reservations for a trip to the Dominion Festival of Lights, at the Memorial Gardens in Richmond. Bus spot $5. Tickets to event are $11 on site for seniors. Dinner will be on your own at the Gardens.

Saturday, Dec. 12

Christmas House Tour sponsored by the Col. Beach Historical Society. Purchase tickets at the Museum during office hours.

Tour will open at 5:30. Transportation provided.

Holly Jolly Market Bazaar.

King George Elementary School 9am to 1pm. Crafters, vendors, non-profits and more. DECA fundraiser.

Fred’brg Chapter of the Compassionate Friends will host a Worldwide Candle Lighting event at 4 p.m. at Redeemer Lutheran Church, 5120 Harrison Rd. F’brg.

Music and readings are on the agenda. Families are encouraged to bring a photo of their child to display. Free event. tcffred@yahoo.com or Kathie Kelly, 540-2204325.

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by LEENC. Register online www. leenc.org to reserve a sit, but walk ins are welcome. Send in your resume early to give LEENC a chance to review ahead of the event.

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George Washington Birthplace National Monument will host a Colonial Christmas Event on Saturday, December 19, 2015 from 10 a.m.- 7 p.m. The event will feature a variety of living history demonstrations by costumed volunteers and staff, including blacksmithing, spinning, weaving and music. The event will also feature a candlelit trail and special tours of the Memorial House.

Admission is free.

George Washington Birthplace National Monument is located on Route 204, 2 miles off of Route 3, 38 miles east of Fredericksburg, VA and 11 miles west of Montross, VA. Additional information about George Washington Birthplace National Monument is available by phone at (804) 2241732, on the web at www.nps.gov/ gewa or on Facebook or Twitter.

Celebrate the holiday season, colonial style, at Thomas Stone National Historic Site.

The park will host a Holiday Open House on Saturday December 12, 2015 from 4-7 p.m.

Candlelight tours of the Thomas Stone mansion will be provided by park staff in colonial costume.

The event is part of the Charles County Holiday Trail that includes several other historic sites in the county. Admission is free.

The park will be open from 10 a.m.-7 p.m. on December 12 and is located on Rose Hill Road between routes 6 and 225 in Port Tobacco, Maryland, three miles west of Hwy 301/LaPlata.

For more information, call (301)392-1776, visit our Facebook page or our website at www.nps. gov/thst. Check out the Charles County Holiday Trail Facebook Page.

Rogers Lights Reedville’s First Town Tree

Colonial Beach Volunteer Rescue Squad to offer annual holiday programs

It is only fitting that Ray Rogers should have the honor of lighting Reedville’s first official Town Christmas Tree. After all, he has been bringing a Christmas tree to Main Street every Christmas for over 20 years.

In the early 1990s, Ray’s wife, Maria, suggested that he place a tree outside the Reedville Fishermen’s Museum (RFM) where she was an active member. She proposed that if he were to place a tree in front of the Walker House, the oldest house in Reedville and part of the RFM, they would be able to see it from the bay window of their home several blocks away. With some careful coordination between the two sites - Ray and his sons moving a stick from place to place to be sure the view would be just right - they found the perfect spot. Ray has placed a 7’-8’ fresh-cut tree - “a short-needle Virginia pine, if I could find one,” says Ray, “or else a cedar” - in that same spot ever since, just in time for the museum’s annual “Christmas on Cockrell’s Creek.”

The Reedville Fishermen’s Museum (RFM) will build on Ray Rogers’ holiday tradition with the lighting of the town’s first official town Christmas Tree at 5:30 p.m. on Saturday, December 12. The ceremony will feature caroling by area homeschool children, and coffee and hot chocolate will be available on the porch of Tommy’s Restaurant. The town tree, a huge old cedar located next to the newly painted Reedville water tower, will be adorned with more than 1,200 lights and topped by a three-foot star.

The tree will stay lit all through the Christmas season, and represents the efforts of many local businesses and residents. Blaine Altaffer, Reedville native and a driving force in the effort, says, “It [having a town tree] is a good way to bring the community together.and continues each year.

- Annual Christmas bazaar on Saturday Dec. 5th, 2015, at the Colonial Beach Volunteer Rescue Squad from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Rental of 1 space is $20.00 and 2 spaces $35.00.

Come do Christmas shopping; assorted homemade crafts and other vendors welcome.

Call Pat at 804-761-5115 or 804224-7750 to rent a space.

- Annual tree of lights. Purchase a light in honor or memory of a loved one. Lights are $5.00 each and will be put on the Rescue Squads tree out in the front of the building. Send funds to 225 Dennison Street, Colonial Beach, VA, 22443. Or call Pat at, 804-761-5115. Names must be in by December 14th.

- The Colonial Beach Humane Society will be having its annual tree of bones and bells at the Colonial Beach branch of BB&T Bank. Purchase a bone or bell in honor or memory of a beloved pet. Send funds to the Colonial Beach Humane Society at P.O. Box 393, Colonial Beach, VA, 22443, or stop by the BB&T Bank. Names must be in by December 14th.

- Any questions call Pat at (804) 761-5115.

Bird Walk- Belle Isle Park Free, family activity December 26, 2015 Led by Frank Schaff Sponsored by the No. Neck Audobon Society 1632 Belle Isle Road, Lancaster VA. 22503 Call Frank if you plan to participate. He can call you if event is cancelled.

Loaner binoculars available.

Meet at the parking lot by 9 a.m. on the 26th.

St. Margaret’s Varsity and Junior Varsity Volleyball Make Name for Scotties round hill baptist church Round Hill Baptist Church in King George will present the musical “The Song of Christmas” on Sunday, December 20th at 7:00 p.m. Come join the ‘Carlson’ family as they discover what it means to share your heart and the love of Jesus at Christmas. For more information, call (540)7755583 or visit their website at www. roundhillbaptist.com. new life ministries will present the original Christmas drama “Treasured” on Sunday, Dec. 20 at 6 pm, and on Wednesday, Dec. 23 at 7 pm.

Refreshments after each performance. Call (804) 224- 8447.

New Life is located on Rt. 205 in Colonial Beach.

Dahlgren united methodist church Bread give away. Fridays, 9-11 a.m. Next to the Sheep’s Pen. Holiday Decorations, along with a variety of gently used donated items, are available for sale at the Sheep’s Pen. The shop, which is located in the little building behind the DUMC, is only open on Friday mornings from 8:00 a.m. to noon, weather permitting. The Sheep’s Pen will be closed the day after Thanksgiving, Nov 27; and will close after Friday, Dec 18.

Hanover-withbrunswick Annual Christmas Bourtique.

December 12, 8 a.m.-noon. St. John’s Parish Hall, Kings Hwy. in the heart of KG. Santa will be on hand for photos.

Tappahannock (November 30, 2015) – The fall season concluded with success on the court for both the St. Margaret’s Varsity and Junior Varsity Volleyball teams.

Tying for fourth in the regular League of Independent Schools (LIS) season with a 7-7 league record and 13-13 overall, Varsity Volleyball lost in the first round of tournament competition but qualified for the Virginia Independent Schools Athletic Association (VISAA) state tournament. The Scotties fell to first seed, Middleburg Academy, in the first round of play but learned a great deal from the experience. St. Margaret’s has not competed on the state level since 1999.

Athletic Director, Cynthia Walker ’99, clenched the league’s Volleyball Coach of the Year title again this year. A former star volleyball player at St. Margaret’s School then the University of Florida, Walker had this to

say about her award and the season: “What an honor! Each and every student-athlete contributed to the team’s success this year, further proving that greatness can be achieved through teamwork and dedication. I was proud to be able to witness their journey to states. It reminded me of my similar experience as a St. Margaret’s student-athlete 16 years ago.”

Also representing St. Margaret’s, Megan Baughan ’17 of Warsaw was one of only nine student-athletes from eight teams named to the All LIS Team.

The Junior Varsity Volleyball team finished 17-2 in the regular season and took the crown in the doubleelimination invitational tournament at Saint Gertrude High School.

There, the Scotties found victories over Brunswick Academy, Saint Gertrude High School, and Fuqua Academy.

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The MISSION Peace Lutheran Church UnitedofMethodist is to serve God by sharing Christ’s love 8330 Fletcher's Chapel Rd. at 218 in order to make a difference in people’s lives.

Pastor Michael Reaves

“Building God’s Kingdom On Earth”

"Pastor Larry M. Robinson” Sunday Worship - 10 a.m.

Nursery • 8 a.m.-1 p.m.

Bible Studies: (A professionally nursery Worship Services staffed 8:30 & 11:00 a.m. is available) Church School - 9 a.m.

Contemporary Sunday School Worship 9:45 a.m. Service • 8:30 a.m.

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Two Rivers Baptist Church Meeting at their new church

Intersection of Rokeby and Kings Hwy. (Rt. 3) Sunday School , 9:30 a.m.

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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.

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Rev. Arthur J. Washington, Jr. Pastor “Building the Church & Reaching the World for Christ”

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Sunday School 10 a.m.

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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 Sunday Worship 9:30 a.m.& 11 Awana-Sundays-5 p.m.

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Sunday School - 9 a.m.

Sunday Worship 8 a.m. & 10:15 a.m.

Bible Study - Wednesday 7 p.m.

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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

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

Very Rev. Francis M. de Rosa Rev. Jerry Wooton Sat. 7:00 p.m. Vigil Sunday Masses: Sun. 8:15 a.m. 10:30 a.m 12:45 p.m. Tridentine Mass Daily Mass: Mon. Thur. Fri. & Sat. 9:00 a.m.

Tues. 7:00 a.m.

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Sun. 1/2 hour before each Mass

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St. Peter’s Episcopal Church (804) 224-7309 2961 Kings Hwy (Rt.3) Oak Grove Rev. Rodney E. Gordon, Priest in Charge

Sunday Worship Schedule 9:15 a.m. Holy Eucharist 5th Sundays – 9:15 a.m. Morning Prayer Church Thrift Shop 4065 Kings Hwy (next to Bowie’s) Sat. 8am-Noon Tues. 9am-1pm Wed. 4-7 p.m.

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

(Psalm 34:3)

Sunday School: 9:45 a.m.

Worship Service: 11 a.m.

Prayer & Bible Study: (Wed.) 7 p.m.

Holy Communion on 4th Sundays Rev. Fred Sales, Pastor

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

Sunday Worship Service - 10:30 a.m.

Nursery Provided for Worship Service Only

Sunday School 9:15 a.m.

Dave Bentz, 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

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

Very Rev. Francis M. de Rosa Rev. Jerry Wooton Sunday Masses: Sat. 5:00 p.m.

Sun. 9:00 a.m. & 11:00 a.m. (español) Daily Mass: 8:00 a.m.

Adoration precedes each morning Mass 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

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Left: The Drifters destiny will depend on the efforts of forward Lamar Lucas. Last season, Lucas averaged 20 points per game. Above: Drifter forward Lamar Lucas (center, #5) forces Brooke Point forward Zavien Pressley to readjust his shot.

Colonial Beach Drifters settle into 2015-2016 basketball season Leonard Banks Sports Editor When it comes to pulling a rabbit out of his hat and turning an otherwise average team into a potential conference champion, this has become second nature to Drifters boys’ varsity basketball head coach Jonathan Parker.

However, the challenges associated with taking an eight-man roster into a highly competitive conference may be his toughest task yet.

After losing the home opener to Brooke Point, 84-38, the Drifters rebounded by defeating 1A Conference 43 rival Rappahannock, 62-40. Two days later, the Drifters lost to visiting Mountain View, 71-30.

Whether it’s a 5-A school, such as Brooke Point, or a tough conference competitor in the form of Rappahannock, the Drifters are prepared to leave it all out on the floor.

“We don’t care who we play against,” Parker said. “We will lace up our shoes, and play basketball. They may be bigger than us, but we will compete with them.”

The Drifters will build their hopes around face of Colonial Beach sports, Lamar Lucas. Known as the “Beast,” Lucas uses his strength and athleticism to score from the perimeter to the post.

During the Rappahannock game, Lucas scored 26 points and recorded 13 rebounds. Last season, Lucas averaged 20 points per game.

“I am looking for him to average 26 points this year,” Parker said. “I expect this teammates, Alonzo Turner, Trevor Delaney and Ana Jai Lewis to step up their game as the season unfolds.”

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Life will continue to get tougher for the Drifters, as they prepare to host double-A power and rival King George on Thursday, December 10. “I think playing big schools like Brooke Point, King George and Courtland will ultimately benefit our battle in the long run,” Parker said.

The focus this season will be on rebuilding. The Drifter basketball program will focus its future on the strengthening their team skills from the ground up.

“This year, we are trying to find out strengths, and next season, I feel we will be where we need to be,” Parker said.

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Colonial Beach annual Turkey Bowl memories Staff Report Coach Steve Swope’s 35th Annual Turkey Bowl continues to take Colonial Beach fans down memory lane.

The festive athletic extravaganza took place in November. With a full squad of loyal football enthusiasts ready to rumble, the atmosphere that day was filled with the holiday spirit.

“Over 200 Drifter participants have made this day a yearly event with a smashing success over time,” Swope said.

The event started with Colonial Beach residents in Grandma Kinney Stadium back in 1980 with a handful of neighborhood kids. Nowadays, the game is played on the Water Tower field (near the old Colonial Beach Elementary School) with a second generation of dedicated football loyalists.

During the event, many former Drifter players, walk-ons, and visiting guests took the time share stories about their Turkey Bowl experiences.

This particular custom has become a tradition for the community of Co-

lonial Beach.

This year’s group assembled for a keepsake photo in the exact spot, where Swope’s former elementary school office was located. A few kind words were uttered as the group paid their respects to the once beautiful school that was the home of thousands of Drifter athletes.

Thrilled with this year’s attendance, Swope said, “We hope if you have ever played in a Turkey Bowl, this picture will help conjure some special memories from yesteryear.”

King George High School alumni compete at CNU Holiday Open track event Staff Report On Saturday, Dec. 5, at Christopher Newport University, five King George alumni competed at the Christopher Newport University Holiday Open. Jonathan Graham and his brother Robert “Trey” placed 4th on the school’s all time list. Jonathan vaulted to 14’09” in the pole vault (tied 2nd place overall), while Robert recorded a 15.04 meters (49”04.25) toss in the weight throw (third place overall).

Other featured alumni who had significant performances included: Miranda Green, NC AT&T, 1 mile run, 5:18.76, 5th place overall; Brittany Williams, EMU, 800 meter run, 2:32.24, 12th place overall, 4x400 meter relay, 4:19.07, 10th overall; Davion Hutt, William & Mary, 60-meter dash, 6.94, 5th place overall; Corey Rodriguez, CNU, 400-meter dash, 54.89, 22nd overall, 4x400 meter relay, 3:34.38, 8th place overall.

On Jan. 22-23, CNU will host its first meet of 2016. For more information pertaining CNU athletics go to cnusports.com/index.aspx?path=track.

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Left: King George point guard, EJ Davis attempts to gain post position on Eastern View’s Anias Saunders. Above: King George small forward Nygel White (#12, front) scrambles to retrieve a loose ball.

King George Foxes varsity boys’ basketball, time to reload Leonard Banks Sports Editor The questions surrounding the Foxes boys’ basketball team soon will be answered as they will have to reload with nearly a new cast of players this season.

Sophomore Jaylen Stepney may be their saving grace as their only returning starter.

The 6-foot-4 center averaged 11 points and 9 rebounds last season. Foxes head coach Darren Berkley’s job will not easy as he attempts to re-energize a talent pool of four new starters into the Foxes lineup.

Returning veterans Nygel White, Tyler Wells, Dre Turner and Jaylen Barkley will have to step up their games to provide leadership. New players who have the potential to shake up the current balance in the conference are Divon Wright, Aaron Shram and Steven Jones.

“We really don’t care who starts, we care about the player who finishes — and the kids that play are the ones we build around,” Berkley.

“We’re scrappy this year, and we really only have one starter, and it’s Jaylen, and he’s definitely improved. However, we feel we have athleticism, but we’re young at the guard po-

Foxes wrestle and host King George Duals Invitational Staff Reports On Saturday, Dec. 5, at King George High School, the host Foxes placed seventh out of 24 teams at the annual King George Duals Invitational.

Fans got a rare opportunity to see teams from throughout the region.

In the gold medal round Liberty finished first, while Tallwood placed second. Other teams featured in the gold medal round (top 8) included: Manassas (3rd); Broad Run (4th); Louisa (5th); Stafford (6th); King George (7th); CD Hylton (8th).

Kolin Johnson (126 pounds) led the Foxes with five wins and four pins.

Johnson’s teammate Ron Bell (160 pounds) also went undefeated in the tournament with a 5-0 record. In the gold medal round, Johnson pinned Malakhi Basquez from CD Hylton. Bell pinned another CD Hylton opponent in the form of Chase Masterson.

In the 106/113-pound class, the Foxes’ Kyle Knepshield earned four wins and a loss, including four pins. Cody Murgas (132 pounds) finished with a record of 4-1, and three pins. Logan Kraisser (138 pounds) and Brendan Dean (195 pounds) also finished with a record of 4-1.

The following King George wrestlers results include: Jeremy Kraisser (106/113 pounds), 0-5; Teddy Buckley (120 pounds), 3-2; Kaleb Sabo (145 pounds) 2-1; Sammy DelGrande (145 pounds) 1-1; Ethan Indseth (152 pounds) 1-4; Arturo Caldeiro (170 pounds) 1-4; Cyrus Fletcher (182 pounds) 0-3; Jordan Price (220 pounds) 2-3.

Foxes that wrestled in the Bandits portion of the match included: Katrina Johnson, Mason Middleton, and Thomas Maxey.

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sition, with inexperience.”

Last season’s starting point guard, Lakin Hall, transferred to Fredericksburg Christian Academy. With a huge hole left in the backcourt, it may take time before the team establishes a true identity.

Most recently, the Foxes experienced a rough patch, after losing to Eastern View (regular-season opener) and Stafford during their first two games of the year.

On Tuesday, December 1, the Foxes hosted defending conference champion, Eastern View and lost, 62-53. With the exception of the second quarter, where Stepney had to sit

out six minutes with two fouls, the game was relatively close with the Foxes taking the lead in the first quarter, 14-13, but falling behind in the second (34-20).

After Stepney returned in the third quarter, the Foxes outscored the Cyclones, 14-10, but they were faced with a deficit of 10 points (44-34) to overcome in the final quarter.

In spite of the Foxes cutting the score to five points in the final three minutes of play, they couldn’t stop Anias Saunders. Along with scoring the final four points of the game, Saunders finished the game with 27 points.

“We know who we are,” Berkley said. “We

are the inside-out team. We have to get more discipline. We did not shoot the ball well.

When you have 23 turnovers, that equates to 23 empties. Even though we had nine steals, we did not capitalize; there were a lot of selfinflicted wounds.”

On Saturday, in the hostile confines associated with Stafford High School, the Foxes (0-2) lost a non-conference game to the Indians, 7952. Along with Stafford’s Dez Daniel scoring 19 points, the Foxes posted 24 turnovers.

On December 10, Wednesday, the Foxes will travel to play Colonial Beach. Game time is 7:30 p.m.

Foxes swimming open season with win over Black Hawks Staff Reports On Friday, December 4th, at Brooke Point High School, the Foxes boys’ and girls’ swimming teams opened the 2015-16 regular-season with a dual meet win versus Brooke Point.

Along with capturing 18-24 individual first-place victories, the Foxes produced five state cuts in seven events.

Jessica Miller set a new school record in the 100-yard breaststroke with a time of 1:10.68, beating her

record from 2015 of 1:11.27. The event also qualified Miller with a state cut time.

The Foxes boys’ and girls’ ran the table on all relay events, including make state cuts in the boys (1:45.31), and girls (2.00.06) 200-yard medley relays.

Also joining the list of state cut performers Gabby Thompson (girls 200-yard freestyle, 2:01.52), and Emily Sizemore (girls 100-yard backstroke, 1:04.01).

Meet double winners include: Tamara Wheater (girls 50-yard freestyle & girls 500-yard freestyle), Ja-

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cob Miller (boys 50-yard freestyle & boys 100-yard backstroke), and Nate Wilson (boys 100-yard butterfly & boys 100-yard backstroke).

Single individual winners included: Tyler Serpa (boys 200-yard IM), Matt Minero (boys 200-yard freestyle), and Amber Spuchesi (girls 100-yard freestyle).

Prior to the upcoming Christmas

holiday vacation, on December 19, the Foxes swim team will travel to Collegiate School in Richmond to compete against Hanover. Afterwards, the next time the Foxes go into action will be January 8, during a home quad-meet featuring Carline, Courtland, King George and Spotsylvania.

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Fox distance runner, Robbie Andrews appears all alone as he distanced himself from the opposition, as he finishes the 1600-meter run in 5:08.88 seconds. Andrews also placed 4th in the 3200 meter run with a time of 11:27.29.

Foxes girls’ indoor track & field open season with Icebreaker win Staff Report The Foxes indoor girls’ track & field team contributed 149 points towards a huge victory against a field of five schools during the annual Caroline Icebreaker Invitational.

The Milford-based meet featured Caroline, Colonial Forge, King George, Eastern View and Chancellor.

Briana Green earned two first-place wins in the high jump (5’.001) and pole vault (9’.001). Tyra Johnson placed first in the shot put with a toss of 29’9.00.

Elimma Agulou placed first in the 300-meter dash. Cross-country standout Hannah Koepfinger finished first in the 500-meter dash with a time of 1:26.70.

The girls 4x400 meter relay team placed first with a time of 4:30.24.

As for the Foxes boys (111 points), they were narrowly defeated by Chancellor (137 points). First-place finishes included the following athletes: Robbie Andrews, 1600-meter run, 5:08.88, and Kenneth Matherly, shot put, 37’7.00”.

In terms of team speed, they had a solid showing of three relay team wins that included: 4x200-meters (1:35.42), 4x400-meters (3:39.34), 4x800-meters (9:05.13).

The Foxes next meet will take place on December 12 at Brooke Point High School, at Hanover High School. On January 6th, the Foxes will host a quadmeet that will feature Caroline, King George, James Monroe, and Spotsylvania.

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29th Annual Buddy Fines Memorial Veterans Hunt at Caledon Mark Fike This year the Buddy Fines Memorial Veterans Hunt had a change in itinerary incorporated into the disabled veterans hunt hosted by Caledon State Park and staff. In the past, there were massive man drives to chase deer to the veterans, some parked in backs of pickup trucks, some waiting near trees and some on trails, where they would get a shot at a fast moving deer. This year, instead of massive man drives through the woodlands and marshes of Caledon, an early morning still-hunt was started followed by limited man and bird dog drives to rouse the deer.

The veterans that arrived on Friday afternoon were treated to rounds of skeet, trap and sporting clays at Northern Virginia Gun Club and then they were able to have a nice home cooked meal with dessert, prepared by Jim Morgan and his assistants to include Barbara Wilks, who provided great deserts.

At 7 p.m. the group and numerous assistants comprised of other disabled veterans, veterans and community members met at the King George Community Center to participate in a safety meeting and details on the new plan for the experimental hunt.

Photo by Mark Fike Jokes were heard being told and 29th Buddy Fines Memorial Veterans Hunt group at midday break. humorous “warnings” were offered in jest to the assistants as they were before daybreak and the caravans paired up with their disabled veteran departed the main parking lot area a hunters. Lots of laughs were enjoyed little after that to deliver hunters and before the actual safety meeting was their assistants to their individual conducted by Rick Wilks and Patrick stands. Despite this being the first “Jay” Fines, the son of the late Percy time this plan was used, there were “Buddy” Fines whom the hunt is no major hang-ups and the most now named for. hunters were on stand by first light.

Hunters and/or assistants were The veterans hunt staff and the permitted to choose or keep partners Caledon Park staff worked very hard they had hunted with for years. Once to work up stand locations that were those pairings were made, hunters reasonable to get to even in the dark. and assistants were then divided into The park staff cleared trails and the caravans which consisted of trailers roads so that the hunters could easily for the wheel chair bound hunters access the stands. and large trucks for the remainder.

After a morning of hunting, the This saved time in the morning. The cadre of hunters and assistants were homework done by the staff on how picked up and treated to a hearty to conduct the drives by the dogs and meal of venison BBQ cooked by humans was also well organized and Steve Heitmeyer, green beans, baked ended up being very safely conducted beans and plenty of deserts. The as usual.

American Legion members hosted At 5 a.m., everyone met back at and provided the main course that the King George Community Center the hunters and volunteers enjoyed for a home cooked breakfast of at lunch while Janice Jones, Barbara Photo by Mark Fike sausage, scrambled eggs, and toast. Wilks and other ladies brought Jim Morgan, Michael Hayes and the some incredible deserts. Some great Joyce Fines thanks the crowd of hunters and volunteers and staff for carrying on her late husband’s joy--helping disabled veterans.

Over Powell family got up30atYears 3:30 Experience a.m. fellowshipping occurred over the to get started on making enough meal as old friends and acquaintances the group that assembled for a photo. renamed for him last year and that could continue. Patrick Fines said, Inland Fisheries, and Hunter Holmes • Roofing food to send the veterans out to caught up with each other and new She was grateful that the group was the tradition of having the hunt for “Thank you to our Veterans, Virginia McGuire VA Medical Center.”

• Siding Three deer were taken to include Deer Hunters Association, Caledon the field with full bellies. Virginia friends were made. Many familiar carrying on the tradition that Buddy the veterans is continuing.

• Whole Jobs orwho Repairs a beautiful 8 point buck by Kevin The hunt staff would like to thank State Park and staff, King George had started and was taking care of Deer Hunters Association, community figures were evident Fullyprovided Insured in the crowd that was assisting the “his baby” as she called it. Buddy all those that came out to help the Parks and Rec, Northern Virginia Tenney. Tenney graciously accepted sponsored the hunt,• also donuts. Stephanie Walters and veterans and wishing them a good Fines was indeed a hard worker veterans, to include assistants, park Gun Club, Paralyzed Veterans of a free mounting of the buck by Big when it came to taking care of our staff, cooks, trackers, and the human America, Veterans of Foreign Wars, John’s Taxidermy in Mechanicsville, Linda Braccini540/775-5440 provided very tasty day. disabled veterans and our youth. “dogs” that provided safe drives to help American Legion, Ladies Auxiliary, Maryland to preserve the memory breakfast casseroles.

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20 ways to live life to the fullest Time is a precious commodity, which is why many people try to embrace life and live it to the fullest.

Although many people adopt the philosophy of living life to the fullest at a young age, this approach garnered greater attention thanks to a 2007 movie. Directed by Rob Reiner, “The Bucket List” starring Jack Nicholson and Morgan Freeman introduced a larger audience to setting goals and doing as much as possible to make those goals a reality. Freeman and Nicholson played two terminally ill men who set off to complete their personal to-do lists before their diseases catch up with them. The movie helped coin the term “bucket list,” which is a reference to things individuals want to do before they “kick the bucket.”

Although the two main characters in the film are terminally ill, the idea of creating a bucket list is something anyone hoping to live a full, adventurous life can do. In fact, several bucket list organizations have sprung up, and other groups help make trips and other goals happen. People can even meet up with others who share the same desires and do them together.

While anyone’s bucket list is a personal endeavor, there are some goals that are quite popular and desired by many.

The following are some ideas to get a person started.

1. Throw a party on a rooftop in a bustling city or urban center.

2. Take a parent on his or her dream vacation.

3. Immerse yourself in the culture of a foreign country.

4. Go back to school to embark on a different career.

5. See the Northern Lights.

6. Become fluent in another language.

7. Go on safari and see endangered animals in their natural habitats.

8. Take friends on a skydiving adventure.

9. Drive cross-country.

10. Tour every continent.

11. Do a professional photo shoot with you as the model.

12. Meet your favorite actor, athlete and/or author.

13. Be an extra in a movie.

14. Publish a book of any sort.

15. Participate in a festival, such as running with the bulls or Oktoberfest, in the festivals’ countries of origin.

16. Dive at the Great Barrier Reef.

17. Fly a plane.

18. Gather your entire family together for the biggest family reunion yet.

19. Try a new hobby that is out of your comfort zone.

20. Travel to the top of the tallest building in the world.

A lady from King George has sent pictures of three items she acquired as a teenager with her mother in the 1960s.

They paid $25 at auction in Fairfax or Loudoun for the teapot, and worried on the way home that her father should be upset. The condition is excellent, and she notes that she never has used it.

The two pieces of carnival glass are also in fine conHenry Lane dition, and are Hull legacies from her grandmother.

The brown-glazed teapot is a piece of Bennington pottery, dating from the mid- to late nineteenth century. The theme is “Rebecca at the Well,” a popular biblical motif in the period. That the teapot has not chips is remarkable.

I have seen dozens of similar pieces,

almost all of which have suffered the passage of time. To have one in original condition is impressive.

The coloring and glazing of the teapot also demonstrates fine workmanship.

Damaged pieces continue to sell, but not for much. A complete one is worth $150 on today’s market, stated more graphically, six times the price paid in 1964. As to using the teapot, I advise keeping it as a cabinet piece. The glazing almost certainly contains lead, which could flake off and be ingested. Modern reproductions are lead-free.

The two cervical glass pieces date from the early twentieth century. Originally, they were inexpensive, often being favors won at fairs or carnivals, hence the name. The dish, probably the product of an Ohio factory, is a good example of the multicolored technique, and is worth $65. The small bowl on the pedestal is slightly later, perhaps from the 1920s, and is worth $50.

To identify the factory where the glass was manufactured is difficult without the pieces having a mark or label. In the middle of the bottom a name such as Fenton, or a letter, could indicate the place and companies that made the pieces.

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 e-mail questions to henrylanehull@commonwealthantiques.com.

Happy Antiquing!

Learning something new every day helps you live life to the fullest Have you resolved to learn something new this year? You’re not alone. Each year, millions of people resolve to expand their horizons and for the sake of a more fulfilling life.

It is one thing for adults decide to something new, but quite another to narrow down how you will enhance your knowledge or experiences.

Don’t be discouraged by the adage that you can’t teach an old dog new tricks. It’s never to late to move out of your comfort zone, and these ideas may help you do just that.

• Learn a new language. If you have always dreamed of traveling internationally and speaking in a country’s native tongue, begin taking lessons. A Gallup Poll indicates that only about 25 percent of Americans can speak another language sufficiently enough to carry on a conversation, although many agree that knowing a second language is a good skill to have. In addition to private tutors or classes at nearby community colleges, make use of foreign language apps and computer programs,

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which allow you to practice in the comforts of home. Depending on how much time you can devote to studying, it may be just a matter of a few months before you have mastered a new language. How quickly you pick up a new language may be affected by your knowledge of other languages. For example, if you already speak Spanish, learning French or Italian maybe easier because of similarities between these widely spoken romance languages.

• Take up a new sport or hobby. Hobbies and sports appeal to all types of people. Adults who never participated in sports as a child may find their interest piqued upon joining an adult league. Don’t underestimate your potential abilities on the playing fields or with regard to certain hobbies. Give painting, woodworking, papercrafting, and other hands-on hobbies a go and you may be surprised to discover the talent lies within.

• Go back to school. Even if you already have a degree, don’t be hesitant to pursue additional

education. In 2013, a report in The Wall Street Journal indicated that just 29 percent of college students fit the “traditional” student mold. That means nontraditional students, many of whom are adults, make up the majority of students on campus. Many local colleges and universities offer distance learning or adult education programs. Speak with a curriculum advisor about a particular school’s offerings and find out if you’re eligible for reduced tuition or financial aid.

• See new sights. If travel is a passion of yours, make sure your passport is current and start making plans to visit areas of the world you have always wanted to visit. Perhaps there are particular ancient ruins you hope to see, or maybe you want to trace your genealogy back to your ancestral homeland.

Trying something new is easier than one may think, and it can make for a great resolution and a more fulfilling life with lots of precious memories.

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In execution of a Deed of Trust from Troy A. Peery, Jr. and Lynn H. Peery, Grantors, to W. Robert Bowers and Pamela A. Grizzard, Grantees, dated March 10, 2009, and recorded in the Clerk’s Office of the Circuit Court of King George, Virginia (the “Clerk’s Office”), as Instrument Number 20090312000012640 (the “Deed of Trust”), the undersigned, under that certain Appointment of Substitute Trustee dated October 29, 2015 and recorded in the Clerk’s Office as Instrument Number 20151109000064510 will offer for sale at public auction on December 11, 2015 at 1:00 p.m., at the King George Circuit Court, 9483 Kings Highway, Suite 3, King George, VA 22485, subject to the terms set forth below, the following described real property, together with all and singular the improvements, ways, easements, rights, privileges, and appurtenances to the same belonging, or in any way appertaining (collectively, the “Property”): Parcel 1:

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87 acres, more or less, accurately described by a plot and survey by A.D. Garland, Registered Surveyor, which said plot and survey is recorded in the Clerk’s Office of the Circuit Court of King George County, Virginia, in Plat Book 4 at page 104, reference to which is made for a more completed and accurate description of the land herein conveyed.

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SAVE AND EXCEPT, from the aforesaid tract of land, a graveyard and the right of ingress and egress to and from said graveyard, as are set forth in the aforementioned Deed from James H. Olive, et als, to Troy A. Peery, recorded as aforesaid.

SAVE AND EXCPET FURTHER, from the aforesaid tract of land, 1.24 acres, more or less, conveyed, by Troy A. Peery and Lola J. Peery, husband and wife, to James Carroll Hayes and Thelma Reen Hayes, husband and wife, by deed dated April 5, 1955, and recorded in the aforementioned Clerk’s Office in Deed Book 66 at Page 552.

Parcel II: All that certain piece or parcel of land, together with all improvements thereon and appurtenances thereto belonging or in anywise appertaining, lying being and situate in Shiloh Magisterial District, King George County, Virginia, containing an area of 0.567 acres, more or less, and being more definitively and particularly described by Plat of Survey made by David L. Deputy, Land Surveyor, dated September 6, 1992, which said plat shows a computed area of 0.5871 acres, more or less, and is attached to, incorporated in, and made a part hereof, reference to which is made for a more completed and accurate description of said property herein conveyed.

Parcel III: All that certain tract or parcel of land with all buildings and improvements thereon, lying and being in Shiloh Magisterial District, King George County, Virginia, containing an area of 76.675 acres, more or less, in gross and not by the acre, as shown and described upon a plat of survey thereof made by Deputy Land Surveying, Inc., dated December 24, 2007, and entitled “MINOR SUBDIVISION PLAT SHOWING LOT 1 BEING A PORTION OF HOLLY HILL SHILOH MAGISTERIAL DISTRICT KING GEORGE COUNTY, VIRGINIA”, a copy of which is recorded in the Clerk’s Office, Circuit Court, King George County, Virginia, in Instrument No. 20091104000063720, referenced to which is made for a more complete and accurate description of said property.

TERMS OF SALE: CASH. The Property is to be sold “AS IS” and “WITH ALL FAULTS”, without any representations or warranties, SUBJECT TO the rights of any person(s) in possession, to the extent any such rights exist and have priority over the Deed of Trust, and to any covenants, conditions, restrictions, easements, defects, encumbrances, adverse claim, and liens, whether recorded or inchoate, that have priority over the Deed of Trust. The successful bidder shall be required to execute a memorandum of sale and will be required to provide a deposit of 10% of the successful bid in cash, certified or cashier’s check. The Property will be conveyed by Special Warranty Deed. Settlement must occur within thirty (30) days from date of sale, TIME BEING OF THE ESSENCE, BEING OF THE ESSENCE, or the Substitute Trustee, without limitation, may apply the deposit to the expenses of sale and the indebtedness secured by the Deed of Trust, resell the Property at the cost of the defaulting purchaser, and the Substitute Trustee shall be entitled to recover from any defaulting purchaser any deficiency resulting from such resale, or sue the defaulting purchaser for specific performance. The Substitute Trustee reserves the right to remove the Property from sale at any time before the sale is announced as final, to reject any and all bids, keep bidding open for any length of time, waive deposit requirements, extend time for settlement, and announce additional terms of sale. Terms of sale announced at the public auction will supersede all advertised terms of sale. All closing costs, other than the preparation of the Substitute Trustee’s deed and the grantor’s tax, shall be borne by the successful bidder. Real estate taxes shall be prorated as of the date of sale. The risk of loss or damage to the Property by condemnation, fire or other casualty shall be borne by the successful bidder from and after the time of sale. The Substitute Trustee is not obligated to deliver possession of the Property to the successful bidder, who shall be solely responsible for obtaining possession of the Property.

The below named is a debt collector within the meaning of the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act. This communication is an attempt to collect a debt, and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

For information contact: Richard E. Biemiller, Esquire (VSB #29017) Wolcott Rivers Gates 200 Bendix Road, Suite 300 Virginia Beach, Virginia 23452 Phone: (757) 497-6633 Substitute Trustee 11/25/15, 12/2/15, 12/9/15

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Colonial Beach and Montross get into the Christmas Spirit

Photos courtesy Terry Cosgrove and Richard Leggitt

Top: Music and band students from Montross middle and high school perform Christmas music at the Art of Coffee as part of Montross Spirit Festival.

Under the leadership of educators Rob & Kelly Wright students played as solo artist and within different groups throughout the evening. Now it’s fifth year their annual show is a popular event at the festival. Bottom left: Santa visits with the Smith family (LtoR) David, Zack, Santa, Owen and Meghan during Saturday’s events on old courthouse square. Bottom right: Oysters, steamed and raw, were a popular item Saturday at the Kinsale Christmas Festival Saturday.

Photos courtesy Colonial Beach Chamber of Commerce

Colonial Beach got the Christmas season started off with their annual boat and golf cart parades.

Commission: Two town-owned buildings to be assessed before marketing From page 1

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Left to right, Chief Margaret Johnson, President Garfield Johnson and Chaplain Gransville Fisher accept a resolution of appreciation from Mayor Joseph P. King for 50 years of outstanding service to the community.

Montross Council hails rescue squad volunteers Linda Farneth Montross Town Council recognized Westmoreland Volunteer Rescue Squad for 50 years of service, describing their devotion to patient care as “second to none.”

Mayor Joseph P. King said, “There is not a member in this room that has not been directly or indirectly touched by the Westmoreland Volunteer Rescue Squad.”

The council presented a resolution of appreciation to Westmoreland Volunteer Rescue Squad. On hand to receive the resolution were Chief Margaret Johnson, President Garfield Johnson and Chaplain Gransville Fisher.

Councilman Ferdie Chandler proposed the resolution but was attending church services the night of the meeting and be present for the presentation.

Chaplain Fisher said, “As one of the original members of the volunteer rescue squad, we appreciate the recognition that you have given us.

We hope we can be able to continue to serve the people of Westmoreland.

Work together for the betterment of the whole county.”

WVRS was created in July 1965 in Mount Holly, VA and is the second rescue squad to open in Westmoreland County.

In its 50 years the squad has touched many lives. Town Manager Brenda Reamy said, “Shortly after the squad began, my father had his first heart attack. The squad saved my father and carried him down to Fredericksburg.”

Councilman Clinton A Watson said, “Your reputation proceeds you.

It’s not an easy job, especially when your volunteering your time to help people.”

Councilman Terry Cosgrove said, “Fifty years of doing anything is incredible, in this day and age.

Councilman Larry Wheaton said, “It’s really important that what you do creates a legacy for young people in the county. You are role models for them. It’s noble what you do.”

Fisher took the opportunity to inform the council of the hardships of recruiting young members. He told the council that young recruits are hard to find.

“When we started, government, state, none of them were involved with it. Now the training is like going to college and we don’t get volunteers,” he said. “Young people don’t want to spend the time required to become an EMT. That’s the problem we have. We don’t have young people interested in putting in that much time for something they don’t get paid for.”

The Virginia Office of Emergency Management requires a minimum of one EVOC (Emergency Vehicle Operator Certified) driver and one EMT Basic for a basic life support ambulance.

For an Advanced life Support Ambulance, there must be an EMT certified in Advanced Life Support and an EMT Basic as well as an EVOC driver. The EMT basic may double as a driver if he holds EVOC. Fisher ended by saying, “There is a destiny that makes us sisters and brothers, friends and foe none go this way alone. But what so ever how little or big we do for each other comes back into our own lives.”

At the commission meeting on Dec. 3, the commissioners made the following recommendations: Concerning the Westmoreland Bank (Town Hall) building the commission recommends the town complete a historical preservation, structural, asbestos and lead-based paint survey. The commission also recommends gaining a price on reasonable restoration before proceeding with marketing.

Schick described the old police station as “vastly drab” in exterior appearance.

The commission agreed that it did not feel the need to save the building from demolition if sold, so they are not recommending any assessments for it. Commissioner Maureen McCabe suggested the town sell the property as is.

Building and zoning staff looked up the Westmoreland County-assessed value of the Klotz building. It is valued at roughly $172,000 by the county.

This value breaks down as $55,000 for land value and $117,000 for the structure, which sits on .17 acres. The building was

built in 1900 and is documented as serving as the first school in Colonial Beach.

The Klotz Building is known to have some structural deficiencies however, but because of its historic nature, the

group did agree that the building should be carefully evaluated.

The commission recommended performing assessments for asbestos, lead-based paint and structural integrity, as well as a review of its

historic significance.

The recommendations will now go to the town council. All townowned property must go through an advertised public hearing at the council level before being sold.

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