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Local law officers King George real estate tax to go up concerned over fentanyl fatalities maximum of 7 cents Personal property tax expected to rise as much as 25 cents per $100 valuation Phyllis Cook

The King George Board of Supervisors will this week get details on a draft 2016-17 budget incorporating a 7-cent hike on real estate taxes and 25-cent increase on personal property taxes.

County administrator Travis Quesenberry is slated to present the proposal at a work session 6:30 p.m.

March 17 at the King George Fire/ Rescue station on Route 3.

At the Thursday meeting, the

board is expected to vote to authorize advertisement of tax rates and its draft 2016-17 budget.

Public hearings on the proposed tax hike and budget are to take place 6:30 p.m. April 5 in the ground-floor board room of the Revercomb building behind the courthouse.

That’s when residents will have a chance to voice their opinions for the record on an increase in taxes and how money should be spent for the next fiscal year, beginning on July 1.

Supervisors are currently planning on adopting tax rates and a budget at a meeting on April 17 for use in sending out first-half tax bills on adopted tax rates, due to be paid in early June.

The board came to agreement dur-

ing a lengthy meeting on March 8 for the board’s fifth budget work session.

Superintendent Rob Benson provided a detailed presentation of the School Board’s $47.92 million budget request, with $42 million for operations compared to the current year operating budget of $38.6 million.

Benson’s proposal was based on 4,230 as the average daily membership for 2016-17, 10 students fewer than the current year’s budget. ADM is the number on which state funding is calculated.

The School Board’s proposal would need local funds from taxpayers totaling $2.4 million to give the

See Taxes, page 8

Richard Leggitt

Law enforcement authorities in King George and Westmoreland counties are concerned about an increase in drug abuse cases involving fentanyl, a powerful synthetic drug.

“Fentanyl is an extremely potent, addictive, and dangerous narcotic that is often prescribed for pain management," said King George Sheriff Steve Dempsey. "Although it has legitimate uses, parents especially need to be aware that this drug can be deadly and should never be accessible to children.”

Two weeks ago, two men died at separate locations in King George from taking a fatal combination of fentanyl and heroin. Heroin has been a focus of area law enforcement for more than a decade because it is

so addictive. But also taking fentanyl at the same time has added an alarming new drug mixture to the dangers of drug abuse.

"The increase in heroin use is forefront and has been conveyed to the public," said Westmoreland Sheriff C.O. Balderson.

"In addition to the increased usage, we are also seeing the combined use of heroin and fentanyl, a deadly combination."

Fentanyl has been a drug used as a powerful pain killer especially for cancer patients for years.

But when improperly used, including taking it while also taking heroin, it causes the respiratory system to shut down.

The Virginia Medical Examiner's office has attributed 213 deaths in the state in 2015 to the lethal com-

bination of heroin and fentanyl.

Fentanyl is a prescription opioid like oxycodone, methadone or codeine.

Fentanyl is described by law enforcement officials as being 50 times more potent that heroin and it represents a frightening threat to those who abuse it.

Abusing fentanyl and combining it with heroin is a death sentence, according to law officers.

Heroin, which has been the drug of choice for many drug abusers, claimed the lives of more than 2,500 persons in Virginia in the last four years, according to the Medical Examiners Office.

Now with heroin being combined with fentanyl, drug fatalities in the Commonwealth and in King George and Westmoreland are expected to increase even further.

Brabo addresses EDA about strategic planning for future Phyllis Cook

King George Chairman of the Board of Supervisors Ruby Brabo addressed the county’s Economic Development Authority last week on March 10 on its role in strategic planning.

“One of the main priorities is creating an economic development strategic plan so we can ensure we do develop our county prop-

erly,” Brabo said. “You need to be a partner with us in creating that.”

She said she expected the governing body and EDA would schedule some joint meetings after supervisors finish with their 201617 budgeting process.

In the meantime, Brabo asked members to think about the issues and the process.

“I want everyone to think outside the box.

King George County has been stagnant for

way too long,” Brabo said. “I believe everyone who lives in this county does not want us to replicate the issues and problems of Stafford county and Spotsylvania county.”

Brabo said the idea was for the county to improve its tax base.

“We need jobs, employment, and opportunities that are not simply tied to the Dahlgren Naval base or minimum wage. We need good-quality jobs and we need that revenue

stream in order to fund services,” Brabo said.

Brabo said residential homes do not pay for themselves, with additional revenue needed to fund the costs for such things as education, emergency services, and law enforcement.

“In fact, they place a burden on us,” Brabo said. “Real estate taxes, as a rule, on a new home typically cover three-fifths of their costs for services. So the other two-fifths

need to be made up, or you wind up, as we have had to do, raising the real estate taxes and personal property taxes.”

Brabo also asked EDA members to also think about transportation, specifically in regard to U.S. 301and Route 3.

“How does our local land use planning impact our future transportation?” Brabo See Brabo, page 8

Popular local food truck ready for road Belle Grove celebrates Madison birthday with planned festivities Richard Leggitt

When sisters Debbie and Judy Beach were growing up they often helped their parents in the food concessions the parents operated.

They saw the challenges, but also

the rewards of owing a business and dreamed of some day having their own food service firm.

Over 40 years later, the dream of the sisters, who live in Kinsale in Westmoreland County, came true when this week they unveiled their

new mobile food concession, the Flippin Yellow Truck.

"I gave the years doing what I had to do, now I am doing what I want to do," said Debbie Beach. "This was our dream, and I wanted to go for it."

Photo by Richard Leggitt

The Flippin Yellow Truck, a mobile food concession, is a dream come true for Kinsale sisters Debbie, left, and Judy Beach.

Debbie has spent the better part of the past four decades working in management at the NASA facility in Langley and also selling insurance. Her sister, Judy, has worked as a professional cook for several restaurants and operated a catering business.

"It was kind of my dream, and her dream too, to work for ourselves, to be our own boss," Debbie said. That dream came true this week when the Flippin Yellow Truck opened for business at the Flea Market in Dahlgren.

The brightly painted food concession truck will be in Warsaw every Tuesday.

Other food truck appearances are being scheduled throughout the Northern Neck, including King George and Westmoreland counties, and as far away as Richmond and Virginia Beach. "We have our business licenses and our health permits and we hope to be present at a lot of events, including car shows," Debbie said.

Getting the Flippin Yellow Truck ready for customers was a labor of love for the two Kinsale sisters. "We found the [8-foot-by18-foot] trailer in North Carolina, we customized the inside and designed the vinyl wrap," said Debbie. "It looks awesome."

The opening menu for the food concession will include burgers, Italian sausages, hot dogs, pulled BBQ chicken and chicken filet sandwiches. French fries, Tater Tots and a variety of drinks will also be available.

"We have a lot of fun different names for our menu, like the Slug See Truck, page 8

Photo by Richard Leggitt

John Douglas Hall and Lynn Uzzel are portraying James and Dolley Madison this week in events at Belle Grove and Montpelier celebrating Madison’s 265th birthday.

Richard Leggitt King George County and the nation this week honored the March 16 birthday of the nation's fourth President, James Madison, who was born 265 years ago at Belle Grove, the historic plantation on the Rappahannock River.

In addition to serving as President from 1809 to 1817, during his life Madison served as a colonel in the Virginia Militia, a member of Congress and as secretary of state. He is known as an author of the Constitution, the father of the Bill or Rights and the architect of the Monroe Doctrine.

At Belle Grove, the celebration of Madison's birthday actually began on March 5 as the historic home, now a luxury bed and breakfast, joined with the King George American Legion

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to host an essay contest, designed to educate students about the celebrated Founding Father.

Participating in the birthday celebration events at Belle Grove were John Douglas Hall and Lynn Uzzel, actors who uniquely portray Madison and his wife, Dolley, at historic events throughout Virginia.

This week, Michelle Darnell, who operates Belle Grove with her husband, Brett, was to join Hall and Uzzell in participating in Madison's birthday festivities at Montpelier, the plantation that was Madison's home See Madison, page 8

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OPINION

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The Republican Party Establishment allowed Trump to happen What’s the sign that’s so common in antique stores?

“You break it, you bought it.” It pretty much covers what’s happening to America’s Republican Party at the moDavid S. Kerr ment. The process broke down, went wild, and nobody of consequence bothered to speak up until it was too late.

Now, thanks to this hands off approach, the Republican Party, like that broken piece of Victorian China that slipped out of your hands by accident, appears to have bought Donald Trump. Whether they wanted him or not.

It’s been months since the Trump band wagon started gaining momentum. As far back as September the polls showed Trump leading by wide margins in all of the early primary

states. However, no one, in the “Republican Establishment” had much to say. Even when it became apparent that the candidates opposing Trump just couldn’t hack it.

But, wait just a minute. Before carrying this conversation any further, it’s about time someone answered the question of just who is the Republican Establishment? They’re out there, a little embattled, but still the core of the GOP. They include selfidentified working class and middle class conservatives, small business owners, farmers, corporate managers and executives and of course, the famous “one percenters.” This is the old backbone of the Republican Party. But, to that needs to be added Republican office holders, those generally not linked to the Tea Party movement, and of course thousands of county and state Republican committee members more focused on electing Republicans than fighting the culture wars.

They’re the GOP that felt comfort-

able with Ronald Reagan and George H.W. Bush. They still control the party, but they’re under siege and their immediate power over selecting the nominee in 2016 is slipping.

Alas, if they had only spoken up sooner.

Fearing for their own position, many have been under siege from the Tea Party movement for years now, they were reticent to dive into this year’s battle. That is, until it was too late, and then faced with a Trump candidacy simply didn’t know what to do. Mitt Romney, the party’s 2012 nominee could have spoken up after South Carolina. And where was John McCain? The 2008 Presidential nominee who Trump so roundly insulted. Or for that matter, the elder George Bush, he’s old, but still outspoken, or for that matter his son.

In the meantime in states as diverse as Massachusetts and South Carolina Trump won the Republican primaries. In other words, in the established process for winning the

nomination, he followed the rules and he has prevailed. But, perhaps most distressing for the Party is that their establishment can’t manage to speak with one voice.

The crazier his insults, the more agitated he makes his remaining opponents, and at the same time the party’s leadership, the more votes he gets. How do you fight that? It is possible Trump could be derailed and not get the nomination. But, it requires a lot of pieces to fall together.

It means Trump would have to get to the convention without enough delegates to win the nomination. This means he has to start losing.

He might. Florida and Ohio are up for grabs and so is California. But, so far, no stop Trump movement has gotten past the talking stages. In fact, he just won Michigan. Since the 1970’s the delegate selection process has relied almost exclusively on the decision of the primaries.

In other words, a Stop Trump movement, and talk of an open con-

any cause of urgency, the Marshall project should be placed on hold or abandoned until we understand the project and Project FAITH’s presence in KG county.

Regards, George Allison King George

three more options for start dates.

These options were chosen by the members of the school board. Those dates were August 15, August 22 and the traditional post Labor Day option September 6.

August 15 received 409 votes, August 22 received 496 votes and of course September 6 received the most votes at 738. The school boards decision to go with the option that received the least amount of votes has left many of us scratching our heads. Back to back changes from our school board and yet again with little notice does not have to be tolerated. We do not need to be in the same bind we were in just a year ago.

We have spoken and they do not care. They gave us the opportunity to vote and they do not value our say.

Frustrated King George Residents can sign our petition at: “<http:// www.ipetitions.com/petition/reverse-king-george-countys-decision-to-start>”.

What is best for our children is up to us, not them. A post Labor Day start time has been a tradition, and is what the voters chose.

Roger Rorer, King George

vention, has simply come too late. The Republican Party, those that manage its machinery and the responsible Republican officeholders who do the business of governance have been squeezed out of the picture. The angry peasants with the pitchforks and torches have taken over. At least for a little while. The good news is that it just can’t last. Trump has almost no chance of becoming President. A significant number of Republican voters (though only a plurality so far) may have lost their marbles, but not the

majority of the American people. It’s going to be an awful campaign in the fall. But, when it’s all over, it will be up to that much maligned GOP establishment, beaten and bludgeoned, to put the party back together again.

And perhaps, if their wise, show a little backbone, ditch the fringe and Trump elements of the party, and once again redefine themselves and set it on a center course.

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Letters to the Editor: Who’s living there now?

Ms. Brabo/Mr. Brooks: In the BOS Agenda items of 5/17/11, at Sect. IV, para. 6, is a requirement for “.demographic data of the persons who are applicants for, and beneficiaries of the services provided by Project FAITH.” More importantly is the requirement of a form provided by the County to Project FAITH for annual reporting

by Project FAITH. Other required information is “.but not limited to total number of persons served and LMI persons served, total number of households and LMI households served, total number of direct beneficiaries.” I suspect the purpose of the info filed via the form helps the County fulfill its fiduciary duties by ensuring that Project FAITH is in compliance with the stated purposes of the housing, i.e. the beneficiaries are residents of King George county, are elderly with low to moderate income or who have disabilities, all of which are stated in the Agenda item several times. If the Marshall project goes forward the BOS must have a clearer path to oversight of residence compliance for beneficiaries and upkeep of the houses.

When I asked Mr. Quesenberry on 3/3/16 about the demographics, number of beneficiaries at Angelwood Community, he told me , “The County does not maintain records of who occupies the units.” On 3/2 he wrote, “We do not have information in our office relating to the current residents.” Can you make copies of the forms filed by Project FAITH and a blank one available?

Will there be a similar compliance form required for the Marshall project?

I know that the BOS has a range of responsibilities that is vast and its interactions with Project FAITH is but one of them. The BOS (the voice of the KG county taxpayer) and Project FAITH have committed themselves to a partnership that is complex. It is clear to me the purpose of the form and if asked by Virginia’s Department of Community Block Grants for info in the form, the BOS should be able to provide same. The BOS should also be inform(ing) KG taxpayers about the former residence of the beneficiaries. Because of existing issues at Angelwood Community, past experiences between the BOS and Project FAITH, the lawsuit and the rush to decision without

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School days, school days King George County residents: We all know about the school boards decision last year to move our children’s start date from post Labor Day, which has been the start date for many decades, to August with very little notice. That decision left many families not just upset, but also in a bind. Whether it be from rescheduling already booked family vacations, scrambling to adjust daycare scheduling to adjusting their own work schedules. Many families were not able to make that adjustment with such short notice from the school board which forced their children to attend later than the newly scheduled start date.

Now they are doing it again. The King George County school board recently gave all King George residents the opportunity to vote on

11227 James Madison Pkwy., King George south of the intersection of US 301 and Rt. 205

Do you have family members interred at Historyland Memorial Park?

Would you like your final resting place to be near a family member?

Or perhaps you would like to purchase a group of lots for your family members.

Come see us to learn what burial lots are available.

We have some new options available for markers and benches, incluing benches for cremains.

Susan Muse can help you complete burial arrangements call her at 540-775-7733.

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CLUES ACROSS 1. Birds 5. Quills 11. Coniferous tree 12. Type of vessels 16. Used for baking or drying 17. Promotion of product or service 18. Many wombs 19. “On the Waterfront” actor 24. Air conditioning 25. Heart condition 26. Curved shapes 27. The 7th letter of the Greek alphabet 28. Let it stand 29. Famous actor 30. Mated 31. High and low are types of these 33. Marsupial 34. African nation (Fr.) 37. Huge 38. Mountainous area in Puerto Rico 39. Crooked 42. Canadian law enforcers (abbr.)

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KG County Historical Society offers scholarship

Get on the Bus!

Sign up for a great time on this White Star tour, with KG Parks & Rec to Chattanooga, TN. 4 days 3 nights April 28-May 1, 2016 $539 pp double occupancy Package includes: 3 nights lodging at the Chattanooga Choo Choo Hotel (if available) 3 breakfasts, 2 dinners, a Southern Belle Dinner Cruise; 3 train rides ( The Missionary Ridge Local; Lookout Mountain Incline Railway and Blue Ridge Scenic Railway); Admission to Ruby Falls; Rock City Gardens Souvenir gift Luggage handling Taxes and meal gratuities.

Motorcoach transportation.

Limited spaces left. Sign up now Tours 4 Fun 540-775-4386 SAVE THE DATE APRIL 23, 2016 FUNDRAISER 3-6 P.M. CB COMMUNITY CENTER (804) 892-2456 FOR TICKETS Fundraiser for the St. Mary’s Free Community Lunch. In addition to helping this important community outreach project, you will be able to “Shake Your Groove Thing”, “Turn the Beat Around”, “Ring My Bell”, and “More, More, More”!!

DR.E.V.Rockem will be playing all your favorite Disco hits! Fun and funky food catered by our very own Bill Hall! Wine and a special signature cocktail will whet your whistle all while the glitter ball spins!

If you are unable to attend, we will gladly accept your kind donation to help keep the St. Mary’s Free Community Lunch going. Building community one bowl of soup at a time!

PARKS & REC SPRING ACTIVITIES

EGGSTRAVAGANZA: Saturday, March 20 11 a.m.- 1 p.m. at Potomac Elementary School. $5 per child.

Crafts, egg hunt, picture with the Easter Bunny and more. Easter Bonnet contest. Rain or Shine.

COMMUNITY EGG HUNT: Saturday, March 26 @ KG Citizens Center. Sign up for the county wide egg hunt. Over 100 baskets will be hidden around the community. Pre registered competitors only! Call 540-775-4386 or go by the KGP&R office to pre-register.

KITE FLY: Saturday, April 9. Location TBD. Prizes awarded. Call 5540775-4386 for details.

MOTHER/DAUGHTER PRINCESS AFTERNOON TEA PARTY: Saturday, April 23. 1-3 p.m. KG Citizens Center. Sponsored by InFirst Credit Union.

AN AVERAGE OF 5.5 MILLION PEEPS ARE MADE EVERY DAY. THERE WERE APPROXIMATELY 2 BILLION PEEPS PRODUCED IN 2015

The King George County Historical Society is offering a $1,000 scholarship to any county high school senior who meets the criteria.

For more information, please see Terri Morrison at KGHS guidance dept. or contact Peggy Brown, scholarship chairman at peggybrownmm@crosslink.net or Elizabeth Lee, Museum Curator at Elee1226@aol.com. Deadline for applications is March 31.

THE BATTLE OF THE NATIONS 5k & 1 Mile Fun Run, When: April 2nd, 2016, Times: 5K 8:00AM Mile Fun Run 9:00AM. Location: King George High School, Registration: January 15th - March 15th, $25 for the 5k and $15 for the 1 mile. For more information contact francespaintrip2016@gmail. com . ** See attached “Battle of the Nations 5k & mile fun run” flyer and “King George Travel Club’s 5k Race and Fun Run” application form. ** The online registration adds a $2.49 processing fee to the cost of registration. Link is: https:// www.raceentry.com/racereviews/battle-of-the-nationsfrance-vs-spain.

Dahlgren Lions Club Dirty Lion Mud Run The Dahlgren Lions Club will hold its 4th annual 1 mile Kids Leo Mud Run and 4 mile Dirty Lion Mud Run and on Saturday June 25, 2016. Adults and kids will run, swim, jump, climb and get muddy for a good cause.

All moneys received go back into the community, funding our ongoing sight and hearing mission. Register now at www. racetimingunlimited.org. Early registration until April 15th is only $35.00. $60.00 race day. Adult discounts are also available for police, fire, military and more at checkout. See if you can tame the Dirty Lion.

Love Thy Neighbor Community Food Pantry and Soup Kitchen will be having their Easter event this Sunday at the King George Citizen’s Center, 8076 Kings Hwy, KG, from 2-5 p.m.

The afternoon will begin with an Inspirational Hour from 2-3 p.m. ~ Oak Grove Baptist Church is providing a guest speaker and music selections. A delicious home cooked meal will be served at 3 p.m. followed by a raffle and visit to their food pantry to select food and hygiene items of your choice. ~ Please come and join us for a special blessing ~Website: www.kg-ltn.org.

Phone: (540)940-9846

Wednesday, Mar. 16

Colonial Beach Historical Society to meet at 6 p.m. at the Museum, located on the corner of Hawthorne & Washington Streets.

Discussion to include fundraising events & lay groundwork for May annual golf tournament.

Potomac River Fisheries Comm. Oyster/Clam Advisory Committee to meet at 6:30 p.m. in the John T. Parran Hearing Room of the PRFC Bldg. Col. Bch.

Thursday, Mar. 17

KG County Historical Society to hold its monthly meeting at 6:30 p.m. at the Revercomb Bldg. in KG. Speaker will be Civil War reenactor Ed Mantell. Refreshments will be served. Meeting is open to the public.

Saturday, Mar. 19

1st of the 2016 Green Talks Program. “Tree Identification.” 10 a.m. at Caledon State Park. $5 ID book available. Register by calling 540-775-3062 or email tmisch@ vt.edu.

Annual KG Early Childhood Dept. PTA’S FLEA MARKET. 9.am.- 1 p.m. at 9100 St. Anthony Road, KG. Indoor event, no entrance fee. 40+vendors, crafters & yard sale tables. Raffle tickets & food available for purchase.

Saturday, Mar. 26

KG Master Gardeners will conduct a Mulching Workshop at the KG Citizens Center. & will be pruning the crapemyrtles. Bring your gloves, mulching & pruning tools for this hands-on training. Free. Registration is appreciated. (540) 656-6483 or k_gaske@ earthlink.net.

Celebrated violinist Joshua Bell will be coming to F’brg to perform with the UMW Philharmonic Orchestra. 7:30 p.m. Dodd Auditorium. Tickets on sale now. www.umwphilharmonic.com or call (540) 654-1324.

Tuesday, Mar. 29

DMV to Go will be at the DMV Select office in King George from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. 13035 Kings Hwy.

Friday, April 1

8th Annual Golf 4 Wesley Tournament, to benefit ACS Relay for Life, and the Thomas Wesley Berry Medical Fund. Cameron Hills Golf Links, KG. 4 person-Captain’s Choice. $75. per golfer. ($50 for golfers 18 and under). Golf attire required. Lunch & awards immediately after tournament. Golf4Wesley@yahoo.com

Saturday, April 2

Middle Potomac River Ducks Unlimited annual Dinner and Auctin.

Col. Beach Masonic Lodge. Cocktails & hors d’oeuvres begin at 4 p.m. dinner at 6 p.m. Call Mike Worrell (804) 445-4849.

Tuesday, April 5

Regular meeting of the NN Chapter 1823 of the NARFE. 1 p.m. at the Holley Graded Schol 2439 Northumberland Hwy, Lottsburg. School supporters will serve lunch at a cost of $12 pp. Reserve your spot by March 31. (804) 529-6415.

Saturday, Apr. 16

Casino Night Fundraiser to benefit Boys & Girls Club in Kilmarnock. $50pp includes food, drink, casino games & “horse racing.” At the Boys & Girls Club Activities Center. Call (804) 435-9696 or email igrimm@ bgcnn.com.

Mot her-D aug hter-L adiesTe a fundraiser for the CB Downtown Organization. For tickets & info visit colonialbeachfoundation.org or by calling 804-224-6007. Ticket prices: Ages

3 to 12: $ 10/person - 13 and up: $20/ person. The tea will be held at the Community Center located at 717 Marshall Ave.

oak grove baptist church will be hosting two (2) baptismal serves on March 20. 9:30 a.m. and 11 a.m. for anyone interested in following Christ in Believers Baptism. Contact the church (804) 224-9695.

The Annual OGBC Easter Egg Hunt with over 10,000 candy filled eggs in the 3 separate age groups, ages, infant to 10 years, will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, March 26.

The church invites you to an exciting, family oriented worship service this Easter. Beginning with our Sunrise Service at George Washington’s Birthplace at 6:30 a.m., followed by our regular services at 9:30, & 11:00 on the OGBC campus, you will find exciting worship, hot coffee, Krispy Kreme doughnuts, and fun, meaningful activities for your children. Please contact us or go online for more information.

804-224-9695 or mail@ogbcfamily.org. Visit www.ogbcfamily.org. dahlgren united methodist church will present the cantata “In My Place,” by Craig Courtney at the 10:30 a.m. service, Palm Sunday, March 20 and again on Maundy Thursday, 7 p.m. March 24. The cantata is a poignant musical journey to the cross of Christ with five narratives woven throughout that focus on the observations of five first-hand witness of Christ’s final hours. Directed by Elizabeth Guthrie and accompanied by Kaylee Payne. Child care is provided. new life ministries will present the inspiring Easter drama, “Nothing Compares,” at 7 p.m. March 20, 23, & 24. Route 205 in Col. Beeach. (804) 224-8447.

Three King George County students were presented Certificates of Achievement and prize check for their participation in the American Legion sponsored Madison Essay Contest. Autumn Shojinaga, and Elijah Rice were selected for the 6th grade (homeschool/KGES), and Paris Hicks (KGMS) was recognized for the 7th grade. The essay theme was “James Madison was an American Hero because...”, and submittals were open to any 6th-8th grade student in King George County. Individual schools selected their winner, who then competed at the all-county level.

Compositions had to be at least 300 words, containing not only support for the theme, but how Mr. Madison’s work has impacted the students life. Awards were presented during an evening celebration of President Madison’s birth at Belle Grove in King George County. The children then read their compositions to President Madison and the assembled guest, before adjourning with their families for a short social, and a tour of the Belle Grove Plantation house and museum. The Madison Essay Contest is sponsored by American Legion Post 89, in association with Belle Grove Plantation Ltd, and was conducted as part of the American Legion Post 89’s Americanism and Youth Programs effort. This is the second year Post 89 and Belle Grove Plantation have conducted this essay contest, which they plan to continue as an annual event.

agape ministry church will host a Gospel Sing on Sunday, March 20 at 6:30 p.m. Scheduled to perform are Brenda Young & Family and Traveling Pilgrims.

9106 Indiantown Rd., KG. All are welcome. first baptist church Annual Women’s Day program on Sunday, March 20 at 3 p.m. The theme is “A Woman of Many Hats.”

Guest speakers for this occasion are: Minister Ritta Armstead, Shiloh Baptist Church, F’brg and Minister Shaunda J. Howerton of Little Zion Baptist Church in Col. Beach. First Baptist is located at 619 Jackson St. CB.

Keith P. Harrington

76% of Americans think the ears of a chocolate bunny should be the first to be eaten

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carmel united methodist church Annual Pancake Breakfast. Menu includes pancakes, sausage, apple sauce, coffee/tea/orange juice. 7:3010:30 a.m. Carry out available. All proceeds to the needy. Tickets at the door. The church is in Kinsale, VA. antioch baptist church Men’s Ministry will celebrate a Men’s Revival March 16-18. Visiting preachers include: 3/16 Rev. Fred Sales, Macedonia Baptist Church; 3/17 Rev. Donnell S. Howard, Union Bethel Baptist Church; 3/18 Rev. Larry Robinson, Little Ark Baptist Church. Services will start at 7 p.m. nightly.

Antioch Baptist Church will celebrate Men’s Day on March 20, 2016 at 3:00pm. The guest preacher will be the Reverend Bryan Fleet of the Plum Point United Methodist Church, Huntingtown MD. Dinner will be served after the morning service.

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Local Church Directory Peace Lutheran church

Macedonia Baptist Church PEACE LLn., UTHERAN 1081 Macedonia Colonial Beach, VA CHURCH

SUNDAY SERVICES Nursery • 8 a.m.-1 p.m.

Contemporary Service • 8:30 a.m.

Sunday School • 9:45 a.m.

Traditional Worship • 11 a.m.

Sacrament of Holy Communion celebrated Every Sunday

Little Ark Baptist Church

(804) 224-1500 The MISSION of Peace Lutheran Church "O magnify theby Lord with Christ’s love is to serve God sharing me, let us His in order toand make a exalt difference in people’s lives.

“Building God’s Kingdom On Earth”

Name together."

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

Nursery • 8 a.m.-1 p.m.

Bible Studies: Sunday School: 9:45 a.m. is available) (A professionally staffed nursery Church School - 9 a.m.

WorshipWorship Service: 11Service a.m. • 8:30 a.m.

Contemporary Wednesdays - Noon & 6 p.m.

PrayerSunday & Bible School Study: (Wed.) 7 p.m.

• 9:45 a.m.

Intercessory Prayer: Tuesdays 5 p.m.

5590 Kings Hwy • KG, VA Holy Communion on 4th Sundays Traditional Worship Service • 11 a.m.15681 Owens Dr. in Dahlgren, VA (540) 775-9131 Rev. Fred Sales, • Pastor Sacrament of Holy Communion Every Sunday at both services Church Phone: (540) 663-2831 www.peacelutherankgva.org

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

SUNDAY SCHEDULE (Psalm 34:3)

5590 Hwy. • King George, VA 22485 St.Kings Peter’s Episcopal Church You're invited to worship with 540-775-9131 • www.peacelutherankgva.org (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.

804-224-9695

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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

3207 Quarter Hill Rd., Supply VA 22436

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.

EBENEZER 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.

St. Elizabeth of Hungary Catholic Church 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. 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.

Wed. 7:00 p.m.

Adoration before each morning Mass Confession: Wed. 7:30 p.m. Sat. after 9:00 a.m. Mass & at 6:30 p.m.

Sun. 1/2 hour before each Mass

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

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Drifters make fourth Va. state tourney appearance Leonard Banks Sports editor On March 5 at the campus of UVA-Wise, during the VHSL 1A Girls’ State Quarterfinal, the Drifters' (19-8) season came to an end at the hands of the Northwood Panthers (29-0). The appearance was the Drifters fourth consecutive trip to the state tournament. As for the Panthers, they went on defeat Parry McCluer (49-33) in the State semifinal — eventually edging Appomatox Regional (57-52) for the coveted state championship.

As for the Drifters, their basketball dynasty is still intact. After a rocky start at the start of the 2015-2016 season, the Drifters put together a

14-game win streak that yielded a Conference 43 championship against Northumberlan, and a first round regional playoff victory against West Point.

Although the Drifters will lose All-State (2015), All Region, and All-Conference point guard Deniya Newman to graduation, the Drifters will return nearly 75 percent of their team. Seniors Skyler Lewis and Lilana Baleca will also graduate with Newman.

Regional awards Recently, Drifter forward Lamar Lucas earned a second team All-Regional honor, while Deniya Newman and Alexia Wilson were honored with first and second team honors, respectively.

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The tandem of Tamara Ruczynski (#41, left), Deniya Newman (background), and Alexia Wilson (#34, right) collectively put together the Drifters 4th trip to the State 1A tournament.

Foxes girls tennis returns with experience Leonard Banks Sports editor

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Foxes’ soccer has high hopes with returners Leonard Banks Sports editor

Now that the Foxes boys’ varsity soccer team has started its season with a conference game against Eastern View, it’s safe to say they’ve jumped from the frying pan and landed into the fire. With a variety of depth and experience under his wing, King George head coach Jeff Butler is confident that his team has the skills to be competitive in every game they play this season.

With Jordan Aley, Sam Larsen, Billy Stevenson, Michael McLaughlin, Thomas Melton, Chas Parker, Alex Lupton, Christian Francis, Devin Reeves, Albie Rodriguez and Hunter VanZandt as the veteran players returning from last season, the Foxes are deep with experience.

Athletes that have moved up from the junior varsity level, and have the potential to impact the varsity include Robbie Andrews, Collin Raich, Christian Kim, Jarrod Brem, Josh Pallotti, Stephen Klopp, Chris Koban and James Peed.

“I think this is one of the deeper teams we have had, with many skilled and capable players all the way down the roster,” Butler said. “We have the potential to get contributions from a number of different student-athletes

on this team. Many of these guys have been playing together since they were very young thanks to a good youth program here in the county, so that continuity should help fuel our season as well. We only have four seniors on the roster, but many of our younger guys have some varsity experience, which should help. We will need to see our younger players develop quickly at this level in order to compete with the top teams. Our goal is to compete for a Conference 19 championship and with commitment and hard work we feel we have the ability to do just that.”

Last year, the Foxes were honored with five players who made All-Conference. While Larsen was selected on first team, the following players comprised the second team list: Jordan Aley, Chas Parker, Billy Stevenson. Michael McLaughlin was honored with honorable -mention.

The toughest conference challenges that face King George are Chancellor and Courtland. Both of the aforementioned teams were in the 4A State final four last season. While Courtland won the regular season title, Chancellor won the conference tournament in 2015.

On Thursday, the Foxes will host triple A power Mountain View.

Game time is 7 p.m.

After a successful 9-6, 6-4 2015 season, Foxes varsity girls’ tennis team is hungrier than ever to finish with a conference crown.

Given the fact the Foxes encountered conference losses to Courtland and Fauquier (no longer in Conference 19), their chances for success are good.

In addition, the Foxes also lost to James Monroe in a nonconference game.

During the conference playoffs, the Foxes encountered a tough loss in a competitive battle against Courtland.

“We have 12 returning players, 10 of whom are in their third or fourth seasons with the team,” Foxes head coach Josh Gillette said. “In that time, these girls have developed and are developing into solid tennis players, but many have yet to see much time in our starting lineup.

With 3 of our top players having graduated last year, it's now time for those girls who have been patiently improving their game to fill those shoes.”

The Foxes first step towards their goal will be against Rappahannock, in Rappahannock, on Wednesday.

Peering into the Foxes personnel, the players who have earned the starting positions based on an intersquad scrimmage include: junior Andrea Wine, senior Emily Martin, sophomore Caroline Amos, senior Clara Brabo, senior Chelsea Hogan, and senior Amy Neel.

The Foxes' team captains are Virginia Hankins, Kyleigh Jenkins, and Wine.

“There are plenty of other girls on the team that I know have the ability and expect to challenge this group for their positions,” Gillette said.

“Hopefully, competition for those spots will push these girls to work even harder than they previously have.”

Foxes softball returns with renewed focus

Foxes girls’ 2016 team roster: Emily Martin, Clara Brabo Chelsea Hogan, Amy Neel, Virginia Hankins,

Kyleigh Jenkins, Hannah Hanks, Madeline Hassler, Emily Weberg, Andrea Wine, Lily Merrigan, Car-

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Leonard Banks Sports Editor Loaded with power, finesse and speed the Foxes varsity softball team has already begun their journey to a potential conference title.

After losing three players, including one starter, to graduation the Foxes will feature nine returning standouts.

Senior and UVA-Wise commit Alexis Sheehan will play a crucial role in the Foxes destiny this season. Last season Sheehan was featured at shortstop.

Along with having one of the highest batting averages on the team, she played a key role in providing King George with stellar defense each time she stepped onto the field.

The heart and soul behind on the pitcher’s mound is junior Ashleigh Nalls. Nalls packs a solid fastball, as well as the ability to put the ball in play or over the fence.

Starting second baseman from 2015 Madison Morgan continues to be consistent hitter, and provided the team with solid defense last season.

Other players that contributed to the Foxes 17-6 season, and a trip to the regional quarterfinals include: sophomore Juliet Truslow, backup pitcher and first baseman; senior Ashley Cooper, 2015 starting outfielder, fastest player on the team; junior Jaclynn Truxon, 2015 starting outfielder, switch hitter/slapper; senior Mickey Perrotte, starting third

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A proven clutch hitter, with solid defensive skills, Foxes Madison Morgan is the total athlete when it comes to softball. baseman; senior Taylor Hughes, 2015 starting outfielder, backup first baseman; junior Kaylee Wright, 2015 starting catcher.

New players to who have the potential to play roles are freshmen Mya Lyburn and, Melanie Brown.

Along with being a close-knit team, Morgan believes that her teammates are collectively focused on using their individual skill-sets to accomplish their goals.

“If we continue to work hard, and everyone does their job — and as long as long we stay together we will have a very successful season,” Morgan said.

In a span of three seasons (57 wins), the Foxes varsity softball team has developed into one of the best sports programs in the area.

Four years ago, Foxes head coach

Renee Parker did the unthinkable.

She molded a band of enthusiastic athletes and took them to the threshold of a state championship.

Along the way the Foxes dominated their conference and the region with the hardware associated with winning. Last season, the Foxes finished with a Conference 22 title; however, now that the season is underway, the Foxes are casting past laurels aside and focusing on the here and now.

“I expect the 2016 team to perform very well,” Parker said.

“They are a close-knit group, are loaded with talent, and I only lost one starter last year. We have seasoned pitching/catching, and most on the roster are multi-year travel ballers.

We are looking forward to a very successful season.”

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Washington & Lee boys’ soccer ready for 2016 season Richard Leggitt

The Washington & Lee High School Eagles boys' soccer team, which won 17 games on the way to becoming the Virginia 1A State Runner-up last season, opened their 2016 schedule this week with three games on the road.

"They are going to have a tough beginning, with five of their first

six games away," said W&L Athletic Director Malcolm Lewis. "They will certainly be battle tested when they get back home."

Returning to the W&L roster from last season's state finals team are Tirso Antunez, a senior forward who was all conference, all region and all state last season, and Alec Westhall, a senior midfielder who was also all conference, all region

and all state.

Other returning players include Jorge Barjas, a junior midfielder, Joseph Fulcher, a senior midfielder and Dequince Bunns, a junior defender.

"These players are going to have to be the leaders this season," said Lewis. "They are going to have to step up their play."

The returning players will be bol-

stered by a number of talented newcomers, including Eddie Jimms, a junior goalie, Hasan Gill, a senior forward, Eli Johnson, a senior defender and Key Johnson, a senior defender.

"The team will be tested with the many road games, we only have six home games," said Coach R.H. Sudduth. "Hopefully we will be welltested and ready for conference play

at the end of the season."

The Eagles will be stepping up to 2A this year and facing tougher opponents in conference play. "Hopefully we will be able to build chemistry quickly and be competitive in the conference," Sudduth said.

"Soccer is one of the things we do well around here," said Lewis.

"We expect to have a pretty good soccer team. They should be good

defensively. Following up on a state championship runner-up, all eyes will be on them. It should be exciting."

The boys soccer team was scheduled to open the season this week with away games at Middlesex, James Monroe and Bruton. The Eagles season will conclude May 23-27 with the 2A conference tournament.

Montross Emergency Assistance Program gives residents peace of mind volunteers. As a result of the survey, over 20 respondents indicated that they would like to have someone check on them and over 20 individuals expressed interest in serving as volunteers.

Subsequently, a committee of town residents, co-chaired by Ralph Fallin and Leonard Carlson, was formed and they developed a Volunteer Assistance Program for checking on specific residents.

“Volunteers are typically just ordinary citizens that are interested in helping out and are concerned about other people.” said Fallin.

The type of people who take advantage of the program as recipients are a mixture. “Typically elderly people or people who don't have family close by and live alone.” Fallin added.

Volunteers are responsible for providing information to residents, checking on their well-being and helping them obtain needed

Linda Farneth Most of us have friends or family to help out in times of crisis, but what do folks who don't have that support do?

The town of Montross offers an all-volunteer Emergency Assistance Program. The program was created in 2006 in response to a town survey and is still going strong. The program offers assistance to individuals who would benefit from having someone check on them and assist with disaster preparedness before, during and after an emergency.

In December 2005, the Montross Town Council conducted a survey of residents to identify individuals or families who would like to have someone check on them during emergencies, such as natural disasters or severe weather. The survey also asked for individuals who were interested in serving as

assistance before, during and after emergencies.

Fallin said, “We ensure recipients have proper medication to last through events. I think it gives those residents a feeling of security and that someone really cares about them. Some of it is emotional as well. The recipients have a particular individual who checks on them. We encourage the volunteers to make personal visits where possible.

I think many times there is a caring relationship between the recipients and the volunteers.”

Montross Town Manager Brenda Reamy said about the group, “They have it down to an art.”

The plan iuses a communication chainto pass along information to both volunteers and residents. The communication chain is initiated by a central communication team.

An emergency information sheet is completed by each resident with assistance from the volunteers. The sheet lists medications and other health-related issues the volunteer should know about and is retained at the resident’s home and by the volunteer responsible for checking on the resident.

Volunteers make sure residents are stocked up on medications and needed items before impending storms.

Recommendations are made for specific items that residents should include in an emergency preparedness kit and volunteers ensure these items are on hand prior to a storm.

Guidelines for volunteers assist them in carrying out their responsibilities for helping others during emergencies.

Reamy said, “On the recipient end it means a lot to them to know that someone will call

on them.

They call ahead of time to find out if the recipients will go out of town and they call during the storm.

The Volunteer Assistance Program was initiated in November 2006 and is for Montross town residents and those residents outside the town limits who receive water or trash services from the Town.

Fallin said, “The program in effect works very well so it could be a model used within the county and other areas. We would be happy to share how we manage the program.”

Fallin said, “Currently 23 residents are being checked on by program volunteers. However, we have sufficient volunteers to check on more residents.”

Any other residents who would like to be included, please contact Montross Town Manager, Brenda Reamy, at 804-493-9623.

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FREDERICKSBURG - Bridge demolition work at the Fall Hill Avenue overpass in Fredericksburg will close several lanes of Interstate 95 northbound next week at night, weather permitting, so crews can dismantle the closed bridge.

The Fall Hill Avenue overpass is located at mile marker 131 on I-95, which is just north of Exit 130 (Route 3/Fredericksburg).

I-95 travelers are advised to use Route 1 northbound to avoid delays.

Message boards on I-95 will provide advance notice of lane closures and detour routes.

Lane closures have been scheduled at the following times and dates: Wednesday, March 16 Interstate 95 northbound Two lanes closed 9 p.m. - midnight Full interstate closure for intermittent 30-minute intervals between midnight and 3 a.m. to remove bridge beams. Traffic will be released between closures.

Two lanes closed 3 a.m. - 4:30 a.m.

Thursday, March 17 Interstate 95 northbound

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Virginia State Police are assisting with traffic control in the work zone.

VDOT awarded a $30.7 million design-build contract to widen Fall Hill Avenue in April 2014 to Corman Construction, Inc., and Whitman, Requardt & Associates, LLP. Construction began in February 2015, and work will be completed in January 2017.

Fall Hill Avenue is being widened to four lanes with a raised median from Carl D. Silver Parkway (Cen-

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In February, traffic was moved onto the first half of the new Fall Hill Avenue verpass bridging I-95.

Once the old bridge is demolished, construction will begin on the second half of the new overpass.

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Rappahannock Spurs Chapter of the NWTF and Rose Hill Game Preserve Host King George Youth for Bird Hunt Mark Fike Saturday held the promise of a good weather day for seven King George youth to travel west to Stevensburg, just east of Culpeper, to try bird hunting for the first time.

Upland bird hunting is best done in cool or cold weather, not the delightful warm weather we had all week. The Rapphannock Spurs Chapter of the NWTF sponsored the hunt for the youth. Big Dog Outfitters in King George, Bass Pro Shops, Remington Arms, Rose Hill Game Preserve, and a donor who wishes to remain anonymous, supported the youth in a big way. All of the youth were afforded plenty of practice with clay pigeons prior to the hunt, using 20-gauge shotguns that Remington Arms donated. Bass Pro Shops donated the blaze orange caps for safety purposes and Big Dog Outfitters provided shells, as did Bass Pro Shops, for the youth to practice with.

When the youth arrived at Rose Hill Game Preserve, they received a safety briefinmg which they listened to closely. Gun safety, shooting over the bird dogs and handling of firearms were reviewed. After taking care of some paperwork to hunt, the youth headed down to the Five Stand location where they were given an opportunity to warm up on some flying clay targets. Kristin Soleto and one of the guides, Anthony, worked as a team to send targets out and give some pointers to the youth about hitting the targets. Every youth broke some of the clays. Meanwhile the dog handlers/hunting guides observed their charges to gauge ability and make mental adjustments to their hunting setups and rules as we prepared to go into the field.

Hunting over dogs and shooting at flushing birds for the first time can be a bit overwhelming. A lot is happening at once. Experienced bird hunters can anticipate what might or might not happen. Taking some youth that are new to hunting out to do such hunting is exciting but challenging for them. Your columnist is proud to say that the youth

vice they provided at the end of the hunt before posing for photos. I have been on a number of guided upland bird hunts and after considering the hunts I have experienced, I have to say that the guides the youth had on their hunt this past Saturday were down-to-earth, hardworking, great guides. They were patient and did everything they could to help the young shooters set up properly and get the best chance to bag the birds in a safe manner. I observed them going out of their way to make the kids feel welcome and confident.

At the end of the hunt and photo taking session, the youth were able to go watch a demonstration of how to clean a few of the birds before they were given the opportunity to try to clean their birds for themselves. Although the guides made it seem very easy, the youth learned that experience counts when doing such tasks.

Kristen Soleto, who books the hunts

handled the hunt in a mature and safe manner. Every youth got multiple chances to bag birds and every youth did bag birds. Along the way the youth learned firsthand the ecology of birds and habitat that they live in. The young hunters also put the skills and knowledge they learned in their hunter education class to use.

Several stories were relayed by the guides about how birds were flying low and the young hunters pulled their shotguns up so as not to endanger the bird dogs. Others chose not to shoot when unsure about the shot and whether it was safe or not.

I witnessed this on several occasions myself with the pair of young ladies I was with. The hunt was a perfect hands-on exercise in safe firearms handling.

The young hunters appeared proud of the pheasant and chukar that they bagged. The youth all tipped their guides for the great ser-

for Rose Hill, came down to watch the young hunters clean birds. She stepped in and showed all of us a new way to do the job that was quick and easy, which was impressive.

Before the youth headed back to King George, Julie Abel who is part of the Rappahannock Spurs Chapter of NWTF, gathered the young hunters and awarded them a bag of goodies from the chapter. She explained to them why NWTF takes such an interest in sponsoring and hosting such youth events and she invited them to come as new JAKES members to the Aug. 20 fundraising banquet at the Fredericskburg Fairgrounds where they could tell their story about their experiences on the hunt. She also informed them of the Take a Woman Hunting Week that NWTF is sponsoring and the prizes that could be won for participating. Abel was thrilled to see the new hunters that NWTF was able to

sponsor on this hunt. She explained that over 89 percent of the funds raised for NWTF go back into hunts like the one that they youth were able to experience.

By the time we got back to King George, people in the community had heard about the experience the youth had and several people stopped me to ask how it went. Word travels fast these days. I received an e-mail from a friend in Kenya asking about the hunt as soon as I got home.

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who supported me in organizing the hunt and those who supported their youth in going. Thanks for giving me the opportunity to do this with your young hunters. Thanks also to NWTF, Julie Abel, Rose Hill Game Preserve, Big Dog Outfitters, Remington Arms, and Bass Pro Shops.

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The owners’ asked an artist to paint it, rather than to have had it refinished. All of the original drawer locks are in place. Now, due to the

constraints of moving plans, they are looking to sell it, and have asked what to charge.

The chest, which dates from 1830, displays the typical elements of the period with the large wooden knobs and four round turned feet. Having the four matching feet is a decided asset, as many similar pieces were built with square, butcher-block feet in the rear.

In the nineteenth century faux graining of pine furniture was a frequently followed practice. The process, seen both in Britain and America, was a way of using cheaper woods, such as pine, which they painted in darker wood tone grains, to replicate walnut or mahogany.

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new finish might not be in keeping with the original one, but it fits well with the contemporary popular trend for country cottage furniture.

I hope the artist signed his or her work, which would add to the piece’s history and lore.

In its original condition, this piece today would be worth $450. With the new decorative finish, and not knowing the name and reputation of the artist, setting a value is difficult. Given the age of the chest and the quality of its current appearance, it should sell for the same amount.

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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.

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NOTICE OF SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE SALE 8303 Fairbanks Court, King George, VA 22485 By virtue of the power and authority contained in a Deed of Trust dated December 21, 2006, and recorded at Instrument Number 20061222000099210 and a Loan Modification recorded on August 21, 2014 at Instrument Number 2014082100046050, in the Clerk’s Office for the Circuit Court for King George County, VA, securing a loan which was originally $247,200.00. The appointed SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE, Commonwealth Trustees, LLC will offer for sale at public auction at 9483 Kings Highway King George, VA 22485 on: April 4, 2016 at 12:30 PM improved real property, with an abbreviated legal description of All that certain lot or parcel of land situate, lying and being in Potomac Magisterial District, King George County, Virginia, known as Lot No. 60, Section 14 of Presidential Lakes Subdivision, as shown and described on a plat prepared

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Dahlgren base main gate closes due to canopy project Phyllis Cook Beginning this week on Monday, a twophase canopy construction project began at the main gate at Dahlgren’s Naval Support Facility, scheduled to be completed by July 29.

For the duration of the project, Capt.

Mary Feinberg told the King George Board of Supervisors on March 8, the Main Gate will be closed Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.

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queried. “Moving forward, we do not want to traffic signal U.S. 301,” Brabo said. “We need to keep it as a viable alternate for I-95. The only way we can do that is to ensure we are not creating one traffic signal after another.”

She urged the EDA to talk about it and see if they could come up with recommendations for supervisors to consider for amending the county’s local land use plan. Brabo also asked them to think about pursuing a main street corridor project for the courthouse area. She suggested looking to the Virginia Department of Transportation, saying it offers various transportation enhancement grants, with some requiring a developer to partner with the county.

“The reality is there is no reason why you can’t start doing the legwork and inviting folks to come and provide you the information to figure out how it could be achieved and how we would move forward with something like that,” Brabo said.

Brabo said the EDA can play an important role in the process.

Madison: Birthday From page 1 during his public service.

"We will be traveling to Montpelier for James Madison's 265th birthday celebration," said Darnell. "The celebration will include a wreath laying at the gravesite, which we will be presenting a wreath from Belle Grove Plantation."

Madison's birthplace, Belle Grove Plantation, is located in King George at Port Conway across the Rappahannock from Port Royal. It was first purchased by Captain Anthony Savage in 1670. The house was later acquired by Francis Conway and Rebecca Catlett Conway, James Madison's grandparents.

Their daughter, Eleanor Rose Conway, returned to the plantation in December of 1750 for the birth of her child, who would be the nation's fourth President, on March 16, 1751, While he never attained the popularity of George Washington or Thomas Jefferson, fellow Virginians who were also Founding Fathers of

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When completed, a large umbrella canopy will be in place for protection from the elements for base police officers managing entry control to the base.

While the Main Gate is closed, B-gate will have two inbound lanes, and an alternate exit has been established near the Dahlgren Post Office to allow base personnel to exit the base daily at lunch time from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Return to the base will be through B Gate.

“We know we are putting a burden on

“Your role is vital, so critical to King George County,” Brabo said.

She also cautioned them to not expect county staff to do their work.

“I want you to recognize we are limited in terms of staff,” Brabo said.

“You all have great ideas, but you can’t necessarily designate everything to staff and think that staff will get it done.”

“You need to be realistic and recognize your role may mean you need to take on some tasks. If you all don’t have the time, maybe you need to think about creating a subcommittee of citizens who have time.

That’s within your realm, within your scope, depending on what project you are pursuing. And you may want that feedback.”

Brabo called for questions, with none forthcoming from EDA members. “Again, don’t be afraid to think outside the box. That’s why you guys are on here, because we are counting on you,” Brabo said.

The EDA holds monthly meetings at 5 p.m. on the second Thursdays of the month in the board room of the Revercomb building. Members are Chairman Jim Hull, Vice Chairwoman Dreda Newman, Rick Ballenger, Monika Philbrick, Jeanne Fraysse, Bob Fuscaldo and Ted Haenlein. the new nation, the King George native son was a leading American statesman.

Madison was instrumental in the ratification of the U.S. Constitution with his writing of the Federalist Papers and he was the author of the Bill of Rights.

Madison, who was educated at Princeton, was future member of the House of Representatives from Virginia and was an accomplished debater who played an active role at the Constitutional Convention in Philadelphia.

The son of King George County served as secretary of state under Thomas Jefferson, and supervised the Louisiana Purchase, which doubled the size of the new United States.

A close ally of both Jefferson and Washington, Madison was president from 1809 to 1817, a time of prosperity for the new nation, but he also presided over the War of 1812 which saw the British burn the White House.

Madison was born in King George, but raised by his parents in a Orange County at Montpelier. Many of Madison's accomplishments were highlighted by his outgoing and popular wife, Dolley, whom he married in 1794. Madison died at Montpelier on June 28, 1836.

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the already limited infrastructure there. I have gone to the businesses along Dahlgren Road to let them what is going on,” Feinberg said. “We are encouraging the work force to utilize that temporary egress by the post office and to use B-gate when they go out to lunch. We hope our employees will continue to keep their routines as normal as possible and impact to them and our neighbors outside the gate will be minimal.”

Feinberg said school buses will be able to exit the base in the afternoon at the tempo-

rary exit and also said the closure will not impact weekend activities.

Main Gate schedule: March 16–28: Main Gate will be closed Monday to Friday, 9 a.m.to 6 p.m.; new egress point near Avenue A will be open 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.

March 29–April 25: Main Gate will be open for normal hours; egress gate near Avenue A will be closed.

April 25–July 29: Main Gate will be closed Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.; new

egress point near Avenue A will be open 11 a.m.to 6 p.m.

Scheduled dates for the project may be altered due to inclement weather and other factors, but every effort will be made to complete the project as soon as possible to minimize disruption to base personnel and the community.

Contact the NSA South Potomac Public Affairs Office at 540-653-8153 for further information on the canopy construction project.

KG supervisors move water line project ahead Phyllis Cook The King George Supervisors on March 1 authorized a purchase order in the amount of $63,100 for Dewberry Engineers Inc. to provide engineering services associated with the design of a water main extension from Purkins Corner to the Route 3/US 301 intersection.

The money is not in the county or Service Authority budget and will be paid for by the county, with appropriations coming from the county’s general fund balance.

The project is expected to take about a year to complete the scope of work.

The project was spawned on a request from the developer of the Tractor Supply Company store for the county to run a water line at its expense and also provide sewer service from the Sheetz property adjacent to its proposed construction site, with a sewer line extension of about 720 feet.

The water line extension and sewer extension has previously been estimated at about $950,000.

In a year, the county will know what it will really cost, with engineering expected to be completed in March 2017.

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division $16.9 million in local funding compared to $14.6 million from the locality in the current year.

The School Board wants 20 new or expanded positions and significant salary increases, especially for teachers.

“It has been a major initiative of our school division to make sure every category of employees has a salary scale,” Benson said.

Benson said an ADM of 4,230 would bring in $1.8 million more state revenue for 2016-17 than in the current year, using the governor’s proposed budget numbers.

Those numbers will undergo some adjustments based on the state’s new biennial budget adopted on March 11.

After Benson, the School Board, and staff left the meeting, supervisors jiggered the numbers and informally agreed to increase the ADM number for next year to 4,255, which would bring in an estimated $116,500 in state revenue over the amount indicated by Benson.

Supervisors also reviewed proposed increases on the county side and talked about raising taxes.

Richard Granger proposed an 8-cent increase on real estate, saying he campaigned on giving more money to the schools.

John Jenkins and Jim Howard weighed in to advertise a 4-cent increase. “I think we can advertise higher, maybe go to 6-cents,” Cedell Brooks said.

Chairman Ruby Brabo had a lot

The ultimate project for which the engineering is to be performed under the Dewberry proposal is to include installation of about 7,000 feet of 12-inch water main along Route 3 from the existing distribution system near the Sheriff’s office out to US 301.

It will include replacement of several sections of existing 8-inch water main between the government center and Purkins Corner to reinstall 12-inch water main. There had been concern expressed about the potential of needing to seek easements from property owners for space to run the water line, with the possibility discussed of using eminent domain.

Now a possible work-around is being considered.

The proposal addresses the constructability issue noting the concern about using Route 3 shoulders on both sides because of topography and the presence of underground fiber lines on both sides.

The new plan is to run the water line down the center median, as long as VDOT agrees, which is expected to be likely.

The project will involve directional drilling or horizontal boring at the Route 3/US 301 intersection. If the median use is okayed, additional directional drilling or horizontal boring would take place at the government center and Route 3.

to say. “We made a lot of promises and we all got elected,” Brabo said.

She said they’d been putting off pay increases. She spoke of the savings they’d initiated since January.

“We made the effort to go all digital and doing away with so many paper copies and staff time, and going to bi-monthly with the Wireless Authority to reduce staff time,” Brabo said.

“There’s a part of me that even looks at our own county pay increases and says, ‘Really, what’s 1.5 percent?’ We’re not even going to cover the increases in the health insurance. The reality is our employees for the county really have seen a decrease in their pay over the last couple of years without any kind of real increase.”

Quesenberry reminded them about advertising rates. “Whatever rate you advertise, you can adopt lower, but not higher,” Quesenberry said.

Brabo polled board members to get a compromise and they settled on 7 cents higher for real estate tax and 25 cents more for personal property.

“Leaders sometimes have to take bold leaps, and I think that’s what this new board has done already by standing up things like the tourism committee, by moving forward with the water/sewer infrastructure, by making changes with the Service Authority board of directors,” Brabo said.

“Hopefully the decisions we are making today will reap the rewards of additional revenue for our county, so this isn’t going to be necessary going forward, because we will have that additional revenue stream through economic development

A Jan. 12 letter from Tractor Supply’s developer threatened to cancel its store project because it could go over planned costs by about $200,000 on its $3 million project and wanted an answer by March 11.

The company had previously indicated construction would take about 6-8 months.

The store is estimated to bring in county real estate and sales taxes of $53,000 annually and hire 1215 people.

A Feb. 2 motion also indicated the county would provide service to properties adjacent to the proposed extension along the Route 3 corridor to U.S. 301. The motion for the non-binding letter to Tractor Supply was approved with Jim Howard voting against it. Supervisor Howard said he wasn’t in favor of county reserves for the line, saying the county had capital projects including middle school expansion, two fire/rescue buildings and a courthouse and saying reserve money should be saved for big, transformational projects.

“I’m not in support of it. I might be in support as a capital improvement project. But as it’s presently presented, it’s looking to reserves from the county’s general fund and I don’t think that’s the proper place to take it from,” Howard said.

and tourism.”

The current proposal would boost the real estate tax rate from 61-cents to 68-cents per hundred dollars valuation to bring in an additional $1.75 million.

Personal property tax rates could go from $3.25 to $3.50 per hundred dollars valuation for such items as cars, trucks and boats, to bring in an additional $500,000.

Quesenberry’s proposal is expected to contain the elements listed below.

2-percent raises for county employees estimated at $230,000.

Four new deputy positions for the Sheriff ’s department with two of them full-year and two for January 2017 hiring, for $187,750 in salaries/benefits.

Equipment and vehicles for four new deputies at $222,000.

Two new E-911 dispatch positions at $95,000 in salaries/benefits.

New vehicles for animal control at $33,000. $416,000 to cover full-year costs

for six fire/rescue positions hired in January 2015.

New technology position at $65,000 in salaries/benefits.

Two new administrative positions for January 2017 hiring for a deputy county administrator at $70,506 salaries/benefits, and county engineer at $65,083 salaries/benefits. Those duties are both currently being performed by Quesenberry, who is retiring Dec. 2, with a search ongoing for his replacement.

County budget information will be posted to the county website by March 16 under Board of Supervisors, Agenda, for the scheduled March 17 work session.

Slides providing highlights of the School Board’s proposal, along with its line item budget and new salary scales available on the School Board website in the Feb. 6 board packets.

To see it, go online to http://www. kgcs.k12.va.us, hover cursor over ‘School Board’ in the header, click on 2016 Board Packets, open the two packets for 2-06-16.

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