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Stafford County voters will have a handful of local races on the ballot Nov. 5, along with a list of $50 million in road projects. If approved, the local funds will be used to help leverage multiple sources of funding to potentially complete $140 million in road projects, including eight major projects and 35 widening and safety improvement projects. Other sources that the county will be targeting includes state Smart Scale funding, revenue sharing programs and regional funding for congestion mitigation and air quality improvement, as well as other state and federal funds, according to a news release. Voters will be asked whether to approve

SEVERAL LOCAL RACES ON THE BALLOT NOV. 5 Stafford County voters will have several competitive races on the ballot for the state legislature and seats on county boards. (i) indicates an incumbent VIRGINIA SENATE 28th District Richard Stuart, Republican (i) Qasim Rashid, Democrat 27th District Jill Vogel, Republican (i)

the entire list of projects. While the referendum sets maximum limits for borrowing money, the county is not required to borrow the full amount. If approved, the projects will be spread out over the next decade, and be contingent on securing the other required funds. County planners selected the projects based on a comprehensive road evaluation completed earlier this year, according to the release. The 35 road widening/safety projects will be completed in coordination with the Virginia Department of Transportation. The road widening projects will be completed with already scheduled paving activities, lessening the cost to the county. The eight major construction projects

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will be completed by Stafford in coordination with VDOT. The projects include: • Shelton Shop Road: Widen from two to three lanes, total project cost of $22.7 million would include $10 million in bond financing. • Morton Road: Widen from two to three lanes, total project cost of $5.75 million would be funded entirely through bond financing. • Garrisonville Road: Widen from four to six lanes between Eustace and Shelton Shop roads, total project cost of $34.5 million would include $10 million in bond financing. • Onville Road: Widen from two to three lanes, total project cost of $15.7 million would include $3.14 million in bond financing.

Jess Foster, Democrat LOCAL RACES Commonwealth’s Attorney Eric Olsen, Republican (i) Julia Dillon, Democrat Sheriff D.P. Decatur, Republican (i) Chad Oxley, independent Treasurer Laura Rudy, Republican (i) Henry Thomassen, Democrat Commissioner of Revenue Scott Mayausky, Republican (i)

• Layhill Road: Widen from two to three lanes, $8.5 million total cost would include $4.25 million in bond financing. • Mountain View Road: Two lane reconstruction between Kellogg Mill and Choptank roads, $26.9 million total cost would include $10 million in bond financing. • Enon Road: Widen from U.S. Route 1 intersection to Stafford Indians Lane, total project cost of $11.6 million would include $1 million in bond financing. • Leeland Road: Widen from two to three lanes between Julian and Portland drives, $5.27 million total cost would include more than $1.05 million in bond financing. For more information, visit the 2019 Bond Referendum webpage at www.staffordcountyva.gov/bond.

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in the salary scales, also got a here is nothing quite like substantial increase. Accordthe yellow school bus. ing to School Board Chairman It’s a beloved and iconPatricia Healy, the raises are ic symbol of America’s public well deserved and long overschools that’s been around due. ”I am grateful that there for over 90 years. That’s why have been sufficient savings in it’s sad that we so often neglect this year’s budget to permit the them. In this case, I don’t mean DAVID KERR school board to make the raises effective the buses themselves. They’re given a immediately,” she said. level of care befitting Air Force One. I That was good news. But, let’s take a mean that dedicated cadre of employees who drive them to and from school every step back and consider all that’s involved in a school system’s transportation day, rain or shine, and in the course of department. Stafford County has 262 a year log tens of thousands of miles. buses. Some are new, some are middle Their safety record, particularly in Stafaged and some will probably be retired ford, is impeccable. They’re attention to before too long. That said, the county their charges unmatched, but sadly, until garage takes exceptionally good care of just a few days ago, we didn’t pay them them. If a bus driver says something particularly well. Nor were we paying squeaks, clicks or seems sluggish, the much attention to their concerns about mechanics work on it immediately. If a student behavior or the way the school part is questionable, its replaced. system was treating them. As for the drivers, their day can be This was taking its toll. Recruitment a long one and it sometimes can be and retention had reached crisis proporpretty tough duty. Drivers are usually tions. When the school year started, up well before dawn, getting ready to Stafford was short more than 20 school take the high school routes, which is bus drivers. This created immediate followed by the middle school routes problems. School bus drivers had to and then the elementary school routes. cover more than one route and this That’s three runs in the morning and made buses and students late both in the in the afternoon. During the day, they morning and in the afternoon. Also, the may shuttle kids between programs at county had a tough time fielding enough different schools or go on field trips. drivers for activity buses and the daily They also drive students to games and back and forth trips that go on between tournaments. Also, don’t forget that schools. It was a crisis that was only driving a school bus isn’t like driving getting worse and unless something was done the problem was going to get worse. the family car. Its big, its lumbering and its purposefully underpowered. Also, Fortunately, this situation took a turn for the better last week when the Stafford Stafford is different than it was 20 years ago. We’ve got traffic — just like the rest County School Board raised the entry of Northern Virginia — and handling a level school bus driver pay from $15.76 school bus in heavy traffic can be chalto $17.36. More experienced bus drivlenging. ers, who were facing a compression gap

Ok, it’s a tough day, but then they’re the kids and apparently this has become another major concern. Bus drivers have repeatedly told school administrative personnel that student behavior on the buses has gotten out of hand. Drivers have reported problems on the buses, but get the feeling, no one is following up. This has to stop. School Board Chairman Healy said it’s one of the school board’s top concerns. But, it’s not like it’s that hard to address. School administrators need to get involved. Discipline doesn’t stop on the school bus. We even have cameras on the buses, so when there is a problem, its documented and can be immediately addressed. The fact that many drivers feel they’re being ignored is inexcusable. Ok, we raise the pay, and get a handle on school bus behavior. That’s good, but this is a vibrant economy, getting parttime or full-time jobs isn’t diﬃcult. So, it’s still going to take some active recruiting to attract more drivers. Also, while having school breaks and summers off is attractive to some people, it’s not for others. So, in recruiting for school bus drivers, the school system needs to realize that they’re aiming at a small niche of the employment market. This problem isn’t unique to Stafford, Fairfax and Prince William counties face a similar problem. However, there is something more fundamental here. We need to remember that we put a lot of trust in school bus drivers, we expect a great deal from them and we need to value them accordingly. David Kerr, a former member of the Stafford School Board, is an instructor in political science at VCU. He can be reached at staffordnews@insidenova.com.

‘Voices from the Garden’ heard for eternity

of the project, and Susan Allen, irginia, which is so rich the Chair of the Virginia Capital in history, took time Foundation. to honor women Mrs. Allen closed the movrecently in Richmond. It ing ceremony with profound was a long overdue tribute remarks, while her husband as seven bronze statues of and daughter, Tyler, beamed some of the most historic with pride hearing about the ladies in the commonwealth strength and resilience of Virginover 400 years were unveiled DANIEL CORTEZ ia’s women in spite of all the commonat the dedication of the Virginia wealth’s historical imperfections. Women’s Monument: Voices from the Mrs. Northam’s remarks citing the statGarden. ues and their stories as continuing role It’s about time our great ladies in history get their day in perpetuity at a fitting models for today’s girls was moving, as the historic event occurred on her watch. place of honor inside Capital Square. In a fitting gesture, Virginia’s future It was a significant event to share with women leaders from various Girl Scout my granddaughter, as we were in the troops had the honor of unveiling the company of not just great historic ladies statues of: in statue form, but also with a who’s who - Mary Draper Ingles, a frontierswomof some of the most prominent women en from the New River Valley in Virginia. -Cockacoeske, who became chief of Sure Gov. Ralph Northam was presthe Pamunkey Tribe in 1656 ent with fitting remarks, and our 67th -An enslaved Elizabeth Hobbs Kegovernor, George Allen, was in the front ckly, who in spite of brutal treatment, row. But the emphasis was on Virginia acquired her freedom and became the women, and featured two of Virginia’s seamstress to Mary Todd Lincoln greatest First Ladies, Pamela Northam, -Ann Burras Laydon, one of the earliwho spoke nobly of her strong support

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est Jamestown arrivals -Laura Lu Scherer Copenhaver of Smyth County, who after teaching at Marion Female College was the director of information for the Virginia Farm Federation -Virginia Estelle Randolph of Henrico County, the daughter of former slaves who earned national and international acclaim as a leader in education -Adele Clark of Richmond, an artist and suffragist who served as president of the Virginia League of Women Voters. Kelly Hale, the director of program and community corrections for the Rappahannock Regional Jail in Stafford, was present and smiled approvingly from her fourth-row seat throughout the event and at the private luncheon inside the Capitol Rotunda. It was her first visit to the State Capitol and one she won’t forget. She no doubt shared with her two young daughters about the historymaking event and plans to tour it with them soon. CORTEZ

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TO THE EDITOR DRIVE DEFINES MILDE’S STYLE Only one candidate in the November 5th election has the business acumen and proven, hands-on, grassroots experience to represent the voters of Stafford County and the city of Fredericksburg: Paul Milde. That is based on his long history of action, results and total commitment to serve. I have had the distinct pleasure to work side by side with Paul and see his passion in action for the voters of Stafford. He always focused on ways to improve the quality of life, protect the natural resources of his county and aggressively tackle the tough issues associated with growth and infrastructure, thus ensuring the two don’t collide based on lagging, passive leadership. Virginia voters need the leadership, drive and determination proven by Paul’s unwavering personal commitment to all of us those 12 years in Stafford. I wholeheartedly endorse Paul for the 28th District delegate, knowing we can find no better representation based on the successes he has achieved to date and the experience he will take with him to make Virginia an even better place to live and work. Frederic N. Howe III, Fredericksburg City of Fredericksburg Council, 20102014

CROW’S NEST PROVED MILDE’S LEADERSHIP

Paul Milde’s service as Stafford County’s Aquia District supervisor demonstrated his fitness to serve the Virginia House of Delegates’ 28th District. Milde’s biggest goal as supervisor was to preserve the environmentally sensitive Crow’s Nest peninsula. Campaign promises are easily made; he produced results. He coordinated the effort to secure federal, state and nonprofit funding to purchase and preserve part the land at Crow’s Nest. Milde followed up by supporting the establishment of local programs that encourage preservation of the remaining portions of the peninsula. Let’s be clear: Other people came before Milde—including former Aquia Supervisor Kandy Hilliard and Save Crow’s CORTEZ

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All should tour the site and see the statues, as well as the names of 230 other Virginia women etched on the glass Wall of Honor in the same plaza. Among the names are Stafford civic leader Jean Wood, who lived from 1755 to 1823. Great credit must be given to Collen Dugan Messick, the executive director of the Virginia Capital Foundation, for keeping the bi-partisan group focused and for the remarkable dedication program. The Women’s Monument Commission was established by the General Assembly to “determine and recommend an appropriate monument in Capital Square to commemorate the contributions of the women of Virginia.”

Nest founder Cecilia Kirkman—and helped generate support to preserve it. But it was Milde who orchestrated and implemented the protections for the land, which is now the Crow’s Nest Natural Area Preserve, characterized as one of the state’s highest land conservation achievements by the Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation. I want my representative in Richmond to be equally tenacious in fighting for needed change. I don’t always agree with Milde, but he can get things done and he listens. I will vote for Milde in the November 5th election. Debrarae Karnes Stafford

IMPORTANT DECISION FOR STAFFORD VOTERS Stafford County area residents are represented by two Republicans in the General Assembly with very different views of life and family. When it counted, Sen. Richard Stuart stood strong for children and the unborn. But sadly, Del. Bobby Orrock chose discrimination and bigotry over life. The legislation, HB1979, which Orrock opposed and Stuart supported, is also known as “Jacob’s Law,” and was inspired by my son and the horrific four-year legal battle that my family endured in an out of state court. The bill was simple – eliminate discrimination in Virginia’s parental rights laws for children born through surrogacy so that all intended parents are treated equally. Most importantly, the bill – which is now law thanks to bipartisan support – means more frozen embryos can be rescued and saved from potential destruction. Despite Orrock’s opposition, more lives will be saved as a result of “Jacob’s Law”. More families will be built. And Virginia is an even better place to live, work and raise a family. As a father, I urge voters to remember on Tuesday which candidates stood up for life and family, and which ones turned their backs. Jay Timmons, McLean Timmons is the former Chief of Staff to Gov. George Allen and the former executive director of the National Republican Senatorial Committee.

The seven statues are the first edition to the tribute. Five more are planned, including the nation’s first First Lady, Martha Dandridge Custis Washington, and Sally Louisa Tompkins, who opened a private hospital during the Civil War. Over $3.7 million was raised for the project, thanks to Allen and the monument commission, but there remains another $125,000 to go. Donations can be made online at www.virginiacapital. gov or by check to the Virginia Capital Foundation P.O. Box 396, Richmond, Va. 23218. I call it money well spent. Daniel P. Cortez is a political writer and broadcaster active in veterans and minority affairs. He can be reached at dpcortez1969@yahoo.com

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After a dip in overdose deaths for 2018, Virginia is expected to hit a record number of drug-related fatalities in 2019. The latest numbers from the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner show a rising number of Virginians dying from overdoses, driven mainly by increases in deaths due to methamphetamines, heroin and fentanyl, according to a release from the Rappahannock Area Community Services Board. This trend began in 2013, when drug overdoses became the top cause of unnatural death in Virginia, beating both car crashes and gun incidents. In 2018, it looked as if the tide might be turning when overdose deaths dipped from a record 1,536 to 1,486. However, officials now predict that 2019 will set another record, with an expected 1,547 overdoses. In the greater Fredericksburg area, the Community Services Board is attempting a multifaceted approach to address the increase. “Substance use disorders are very complex and there is no one-size-fits-all approach,” Executive Director Jane McDonald Yaun said. “We know that offering a multitude of wrap-around services is the best way to save lives and to offer opportunities toward recovery.” The agency’s offerings include Same Day Access, Medication-Assisted Treatment, crisis stabilization, peer-run support groups and community education. “It takes a great deal of courage for individuals and their families to take those first steps on their journey to recovery,” said Jacque Kobuchi, director of clinical services. “We are ready to meet them as soon as they choose to embark on this life-saving path.”

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Facing the high tempo, no-huddle offense of Massaponax was an interesting challenge for the host Colonial Forge Eagles Friday night. In fact, Forge coach John Brown said it was “crazy to watch.” So it probably wasn’t too surprising that after the Eagles won the opening coin toss, they elected to receive the opening kickoff. Brown said Colonial Forge’s game plan was to limit the Panthers’ number of possessions and prevent them from extending drives. Except for one drive in the second quarter that resulted in a field goal just before the halftime buzzer, Colonial Forge (7-1) achieved its goal en route to a dominant 21-3 shellacking of Massaponax, who moved the ball fairly well at times, but was thwarted by a Colonial Forge defense that made big plays including two interceptions of Massaponax quarterback Luke Morley. Because Forge took the ball to start the game, the Eagles set the tone early as their quarterback, Madden Lowe, methodically drove them down the field, mixing runs with a couple long passes while driving 65 yards for a touchdown when Lowe found Elijah Sarratt in the middle of the end zone on a crossing route and drilled the extra point to give Forge a 7-0 lead with 8:59 left in the first quarter. Massaponax failed to convert on its next

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drive, mainly due to pressure put on Morley and the Panthers’ running backs by the Forge defensive front, led by Mason Rega and Drew Martin, among others. The defensive stand proved huge because on its next drive, Forge scored again. This time, Lowe connected on 4 of 5 passes during a scoring drive that was capped by an 8-yard run by Max Kauthen to give Forge a 14-0 lead with 1:30 left in the first quarter. Based on how Forge played defensively

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throughout the game, and accordingly how much Morley struggled, the Eagles essentially wrapped up the game at that point. Massaponax had 166 yards of offense in the first half, but Morley managed just 28 yards in the air. The Panthers (7-2) hurt themselves with eight penalties for 40 yards to no accepted penalties for Forge. Two of the penalties, one for illegal shift and one for offsides, occurred during the drive just after Forge’s second touchdown, putting Massaponax

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in a difficult spot and Colonial Forge held. Brown said he was “super happy” with the Eagles’ lack of penalties in the game, noting cutting down on penalties had been a point of emphasis after they became a key factor in the team’s lone loss to Freedom and helped gave Mountain View good field position on several drives two weeks ago. “We have hiccups from time to time, but in a big game like this, to eliminate penalties, was really huge,” Brown said. The Panthers extended another drive just before halftime, but were unable to score a touchdown, settling instead for a 29-yard field goal by Stephen Hudson just before the first half buzzer sounded. Forge’s defense came up huge in the second half as well, stopping Massaponax on the opening drive. After the Eagles punted, Forge defensive back Maliek Dixon notched the first of Forge’s two interceptions, seemingly giving the Eagles another great opportunity with the ball at their 37. EAGLES

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EDUCATION BRIEF EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER SCHOOL NEWS The classes of Jennifer Stone, Jennifer Clemmensen and Latrice Myles-Foster from the North Star Center will visit the Porter Library on Monday, Nov. 4, at 9:15 a.m. At 5 p.m., families are invited to Family Literacy Night at the Rising Star Center. A light dinner will be served at 6 p.m., and the GED and Parenting Skills classes will be held at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 5, is Election Day and a teacherâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s workday. Katie Heslop, the Library Storyteller from the Fredericksburg Central Rappahannock Regional Library, will visit the Rising Star Center from the Nov. 6-8 from 9-11 a.m. The Early Head Start socialization

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However, Lowe was sacked, then completed a pass for two yards and threw an incompletion, forcing the Eagles to punt. Alas, Massaponax blocked Loweâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s punt, giving the Panthers possession at their 37. But even though the up-tempo offense moved the ball to the Colonial Forge 20, the Eaglesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; defense stiffened at key times, including on fourth and 7 from the Forge 23 when Morley threw incomplete. On the ensuing possession, the Eagles embarked on a 15-play, 80-yard drive that ended when Michael Vinson scored on a

will be held Wednesday, Nov. 6, at 10 a.m. at the Rising Star Center. At 11:30 a.m. that same day the Health Advisory Committee will meet. The Wellness Group will meet at Rising Star on Thursday, Nov. 7, at 10 a.m. More info is available at www.staffordschools.net/headstart. Students of The Week were Sarafina Hengel, Brooklynn Knightner, Jackie Hernandez Sebastian, Hazel Lemus-Sorto, Korah Foster, Ryleigh Johnson, Jedidiah Quarshie, Zailah Griggs, Quinton Lewis, Rihanna Hengel, Darryl Greenidge Jr., Duaa Kashif, Janelle Ntiamoah, Peyton Hensel, Kingsten Hoffman, Uziel Mejia, Amina Moore and Kharmah Jones-Moon. 6-yard run to make it 21-3. That drive was punctuated by methodical play-calling as Forge sought to milk the clock. The TD run provided the proverbial dagger as Massaponax moved the ball well on two consecutive drives but literally ran out of time, even for its quick moving offense. Colonial Forgeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s strong defensive performance seemed to please Brown, who pronounced next weekâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s home matchup against defending Group 5A state champion Highland Springs â&#x20AC;&#x153;a litmus test.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;Win or lose, just like the Freedom game, I enjoy playing games like that because opponents like Highland Springs ex-

Colonial Forge High School Leo club members teamed up with their younger members from the Stafford Middle School Leo club at the Stafford County Fair to promote sight and hearing awareness. The LEOâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s ran a booth with games that included corn hole with a beeper, a door with three locks and a puzzle with pieces that are removed and must be put back in their right spot. The games are all done while blind folded to simulate the challenges for a sight impaired individuals. The games were made for the Stafford County Lions by Eagle Scout Nathan pose things you need to take care of before the playoffs,â&#x20AC;? Brown said. Manhandling an opponent with the high-octane offense of Massaponax was another important step for Colonial Forge, which advanced to the Group 6A semifinals last year. MASSAPONAX (7-2) 0 3 -0 0 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 0 COLONIAL FORGE (7-1) 14 0 0 7 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 21 First Quarter CFâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;Sarratt 19 pass from Lowe (Lowe kick), 8:59 CFâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;Kauthen 8 run (Lowe kick), 1:30 Second Quarter Mâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;FG Hudson 29, :00

Fallon so the club and their Leo members can use in their awareness and fundraising events. While at the fair even political opponent supporters came together to have fun and compete in the blind folded cornhole. Both Leo clubs are working on their next community service events and fundraisers. The Colonial Forge Leos are finalizing plans for their Winter Pancake Breakfast, while the Stafford Middle School Leos were busy coordinating their Trunk or Treat for the kids at the Thurman Brisbane Center in Fredericksburg. Fourth Quarter CFâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;Vinson 6 run (Lowe kick), 6:50 Individual Statistics Rushingâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;Massaponaxâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;Morley 10-81, Hale 13-54, Hawthorne 12-46, Romero 5-2, Swain 1-4; Colonial Forgeâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;Black 7-54, Kauthen 7-32, Thomas 10-29, Johnson 1-12, Vinson 2-11, Lowe 5-2, Jones 1-0. Passingâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;Massaponax, Morley 9-15-2100; Colonial Forge--Lowe 9-13-0-133. Receivingâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;Plummer 4-48, Miller 3-48, Romero 2-4; Colonial Forge, Sarratt 3-37, Bills 2-30, Johnson-Edmonds 2-6, Palmer 1-40, Kauthen 1-20.

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ecently I was at a smaller pet supply store with my daughter and two of our dogs. I decided to take the dogs there because it is often much quieter than the big box stores. While there, a patron with a dog on a retracting lead allowed his dog to approach ours. I asked the patron to please shorten the lead. He looked at me, I pointed to his dog approaching mine and repeated a little firmer to get his dog closer to him. Just because the owner assumed his dog was friendly, my dogs do not like strange dogs approaching. As pet owners, it is important we advocate for our critters. Advocating is an important part of management, training and helping our pets feel safe. Expecting any pet to tolerate things humans will do or allow their animals to do to ours is not fair for our pets. Allowing others to be rude to our pets may lead to undesired behaviors, undo training, injury to our pets or others. How can owners become better advocates for their animals? The first step with advocating is learning how to read stress signals. The more we wait until a pet is showing higher stress, the greater the chance he will learn to go to the higher-level signs first. For dogs, search online for the Canine Ladder of Aggression. There are many great graphics illustrating how much your dog

will say before you begin to recognize it. All pets will speak volumes before resorting to things like lunging, scratching, biting, etc. It is our duty to learn and respect these signals. The next step is the ability to say, “Please don’t” and not give in. Many of us don’t want to upset people. This can be particularly true with family and friends. However, the ability to help our pets feel safe is a big part of reducing or preventing behavioral concerns. The more a critter feels overly stressed in situations, the greater the chance of fears developing. One way I have found effective when advocating for your pet is tell people what they can do instead of always saying “No.” For example, “Sparky takes time to accept guests so please ignore him for now. When we think he is ready, we can see if he will say ‘Hello’.” Be polite when you advocate “Thank you for asking if you can pat Spot. His body language is telling me he is not ready, so I need to say no.” Now, there are times when you may have to become firm. Remember, you are trying to keep your pet’s anxiety levels lower. Would you rather upset a human or set back all the work you have done? Do not hesitate to say, “I said no!” As a trainer, I advocate for the best interests of the dog. For example, I am called to work with a dog with fearful

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scary, painful methods to learn. Advocating is an important part of working with any animal. Please, don’t hesitate to be your critter’s best advocate, I know I will! Karen Peak is the developer of The Safe Kids/Safe Dogs Project and owner/operator of West Wind Dog Training in Prince William County.

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TAURUS (April 21-May 21) Your attitudes at work will open new avenues for you. You may find yourself in the midst of a pretty good deal. Travel and educational pursuits may help alleviate the stress you have been feeling. Be careful not to hurt someone’s feelings. Your lucky day this week will be Tuesday.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) Find out more, if you want to start your own business. Concentrate on getting ahead financially and let your personal life settle down for a while. Offer love and affection instead of conflict and rejection. Don’t spend more than is necessary on travel or friends. Your lucky day this week will be Thursday.

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AQUARIUS (Jan. 21-Feb. 19) Don’t let others bait you into arguments. You’ll find you’re detail oriented this week. You need to sit back and enjoy. Hard work will payoff if you refrain from expressing your opinion to superiors. Your lucky day this week will be Wednesday. PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) Business and emotional partnerships will run smoothly. Problems with females you live or work with will try your patience and cause temper flare ups. Be sure to take care of the needs of youngsters. Don’t let any small misunderstandings get in the way. Your lucky day this week will be Thursday.

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It’s like getting FREE windows and patio doors for TWO YEARS!1 Replace your windows and patio doors this holiday season, and you’ll pay nothing until November 2021.1 It’s a gift to yourself that won’t put a dent in your wallet this time of year.

0% $ OFF 75

Down Monthly Payments Interest

FOR 2 YEARS1

Minimum purchase of four. Interest accrues from the purchase date but is waived if paid in full within 24 months.

every window and patio door1

No minimum purchase required.

Inferior vinyl windows can cost you more in the long run. Choose a poor-quality vinyl window and you’ll be searching for another Black Friday window sale in a few years! Take advantage of this sale on our Fibrex® windows, and you’ll be set for decades!*

We make the holiday season less stressful. We handle the entire process—from selling to installation to the warranty—on our windows and patio doors, eliminating the middleman.

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1 DETAILS OF OFFER: Offer expires 12/7/2019. You must set your appointment by 11/29/2019 and purchase by 12/7/2019. Not valid with other offers or prior purchases. Buy one (1) window or patio door, get one (1) window or patio door 40% off, and 24 months $0 down, 0 monthly payments, 0% interest when you purchase four (4) or more windows or patio doors between 10/27/2019 and 12/7/2019. 40% off windows and patio doors are less than or equal to lowest cost window or patio door in the project. Additional $75 off each window or patio door, no minimum purchase required, taken after initial discount(s), when you set your appointment by 11/29/2019 and purchase by 12/7/2019. Military discount applies to all active duty, veterans and retired military personnel. Military discount equals 3% off your entire purchase and applies after all other discounts, no minimum purchase required. Subject to credit approval. Interest is billed during the promotional period, but all interest is waived if the purchase amount is paid before the expiration of the promotional period. Financing for GreenSky® consumer loan programs is provided by federally insured, federal and state chartered financial institutions without regard to age, race, color, religion, national origin, gender or familial status. Savings comparison based on purchase of a single unit at list price. Available at participating locations and offer applies throughout the service area. See your local Renewal by Andersen location for details. MHIC #121441. VA License #2705155684. DC License #420215000125. Some Renewal by Andersen locations are independently owned and operated. “Renewal by Andersen” and all other marks where denoted are trademarks of Andersen Corporation. ©2019 Andersen Corporation. All rights reserved. ©2019 Lead Surge LLC. All rights reserved. *See limited warranty for details.

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SATURDAY NOVEMBER 2

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14270 Smoketown Rd Woodbridge, VA 22192 (703) 492- 5861

see store for complete details. offer expires 11/2/19

Mon- Sat: 10am-9pm Sun: 11am-7pm