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elissa Ayres will take over as the Griffis-Widewater District representative on the Stafford County School Board, according to a May 31 board decision. Ayres was among nine people who applied for the position and of those, four were interviewed Tuesday. She will serve as a school board member until a Nov. 8 special election is held. “The board is so pleased to have Ms. Ayres join us as the representative of the Griffis-Widewater District,” said school board Chair Holly Hazard, Hartwood District. “The board was impressed with the credentials and commitment to the school community of each of the applicants. Ms. Ayres’ deliberative approach to decisionmaking and her military and business backgrounds will serve her well as she transitions into this important community position.” In a letter of interest to the school board for the position, Ayres stated: “It is very important for Stafford to continue to have a strong school system to help its constituents and leaders address many of our social and economic issues. As a parent and a professional, I SCHOOL am eager to address PAGE 13 this broad range of

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ummertime means the onset of mosquito season. The difference this year? We’re bracing for Zika. Virginia has already had 18 confirmed cases of the mosquitoborne Zika virus, including nine in what the state health department calls the “northern region.” The area includes Stafford and Prince William counties, but health officials won’t say specifically where cases were confirmed. So far, all are linked to travel

in Zika-affected areas outside the U.S., meaning there’s been no sign yet that local mosquitoes are transmitting the disease. Still, the federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has deemed both Richmond and Washington at “moderate risk” for a Zika outbreak this summer, according to estimates produced by the National Center for Atmospheric Research. That’s why education efforts have already begun. Local movie theaters will soon air public-service announcements about the virus, and the health department already is distributing information about

Zika through public schools and day care centers. The message is primarily one of prevention: Wear bug repellent and long, light-colored, permethrin-treated clothing, if possible, to avoid mosquito bites. Also keep yards and outside areas free of standing water, which is where the most problematic mosquitoes are known to breed. Mosquito season officially began May 1. Messages about how to avoid mosquito bites and thwart mosquito breeding areas will be spread through social media, Stafford’s cable TV channel and through displays posted at Stafford parks, Shannon Howell, Stafford RISK County spokeswoman, PAGE 3 said in an email.

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he Armed Services Memorial in Stafford County got major funding from two local firms, according to an announcement during a fundraising kick off breakfast at the county’s airport, county spokesperson Shannon Howell said. Larry D. Silver and the Silver Companies have earned “Founder” status with a donation of $100,000, according to Howell. Silver honors both his grandfathers and his father, Carl D. Silver, who earned both a Bronze Star and a Purple Heart in World War II. The donation provides sponsorship of the Memorial Wall. The granite wall will be etched with figures of armed service members and will serve as a focal point of the memorial, according to Howell. Atlantic Builders donated $25,000 to earn “Commander” status. Their donation will sponsor the flagpole that is featured prominently in the design of the memorial. The $675,000 memorial is to be built behind the George L. Gordon, Jr., Government Center and will honor the fallen, those who have served and those who are currently serving. “We are very grateful for the support of Silver Companies and Atlantic Builders. They did not hesitate to step up to help build this beautiful memorial and give back to Stafford,” said Daniel Chichester, chairman of the

Armed Services Memorial Working Group. “Thanks to an appropriation of $225,000 from the Board of Supervisors and other donations from the community, we have already surpassed $483,275 towards our $675,000 goal.” At the kickoff breakfast, Larry D. Silver presented a “big check” for $100,000 to Aubrey Jones, a second-grader at Winding Creek Elementary, who represented the veterans and their families. Aubrey is the daughter of Elizabeth and 1st Lt. Matthew Davis, who was killed while serving on active duty. Elizabeth Davis serves on the Stafford Armed Services Memorial Working Group. Other guests included Fred Miller, a Marine veteran of the Korean War, and William "Mickey" Collis, who served in the Navy in World War II. The memorial grew out of a request from parents who wanted to honor their son, Marine Corps Sgt. Donald James Lamar II, who was killed in Afghanistan. The board of supervisors decided to create a memorial to honor all who served, going back to the Revolutionary War. Retired Lt. Gen. Ron Christmas, Del. Mark Dudenhefer; and Supervisor Gary Snellings, Hartwood District, serve on the Armed Services Commission. The commission held a memorial design contest in 2013 at Stafford high schools and five designs were selected as finalists. Elements of the students’

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Cortez: Examining the leadership challenge of Memorial Day Memorial Day events are death of 58,000 patriots during rough for those in the region a war the nation’s politicians who have lost a loved one or refused to outright win. reflect on fallen comrades. My failure was that I The celebratory atmolacked the moral courage sphere of the day designed to directly challenge our for tribute is depressing for political leadership. It was many who have actually felt not only my right…it was the sting of battle or lost others DANIEL CORTEZ my duty. through negligence. It’s never Mercifully Stafford County been one of my favorite veteran days lost no one during Vietnam. Sadly, the regardless at the pride I have for serv- same can’t be said for subsequent coning my country with those I trained. flicts. Still it’s a day to honor those who The family of Marine Sgt. Donald have died while serving in our armed Lamar, killed in Afghanistan, and forces. 1st Lt. Matthew Davis, killed by an And up until recently like millions impaired driver in Camp Pendleton, of other veterans, I remained in de- come to mind. nial of my direct responsibility for the During the kick off fund-raising horrific confliction caused by war and breakfast for Stafford’s new Armed service. Forces Memorial Monument recently, During my war, which was Viet- I met Elizabeth Davis, the widow of nam, about 300 veterans died in battle 1st Lt. Davis, as she stood with her from my home town of San Antonio, young daughter. Texas. As I looked over the names of Davis courageously serves on the the war dead on the virtual wall of the citizen’s committee to bring the monVietnam memorial, great sadness and ument to fruition. Nevertheless, as emotion filled me —along with sur- solemn honors were rendered, men vivor guilt and anger —on Memorial like Lamar and Davis, during national Day. and local ceremonies, both bear the Earlier I had found the courage to tragedy of failed leadership by their examine the entire wall and verify that seniors. no man or woman that I trained as a Like former military commanders Marine drill instructor in the early on the talk-show circuit, trying to jus’70s was killed in Vietnam. tify their moral ineptitude, tragically While that discovery was reliev- recounting in an almost boastful preing, my overall failure hit home. Like sentation those who died under their many, I was brainwashed to accept the command. political arrogance and ignorance of I equate most of them as self-agadministrations Democrat and Re- grandizing elitists who lacked the inpublican, directly responsible for the testinal fortitude to stand up to the

Letter to the editor It is a disgrace to the political system when elected officials do not hear the public’s voice of concern and astonishment to a situation that could have potential consequences. Again, Paul Milde, Aquia District supervisor, ignores the escalating problem of allowing land developers to infringe upon the rights of the indigenous peoples’ water supply. Rather than pursue a course of investigation of the matter to reassure his constituents’ concerns that the Chapel Ridge subdivision will not compromise our wells, Mr. Milde was busy en-

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joying his splash down party the past Friday with plenty of water and sun, while we the people of Brooke were under a cloud of uncertainty, wondering what happens when we do not have any water to drink, because of a high-density project connecting to our underground water source in Brooke. Since he is too busy garnering votes for his next election in 2017, the people of Brooke need to think seriously about whom we want to represent us. One of the duties of an elected official, serving in the capacity of a civil servant, is to be available to the general

political leadership and refuse to expend lives for the nation’s failed political intervention. It happened in Korea, it happened in Vietnam and it’s happening now. Now, am I advocating mutiny? Of course not, as the Uniformed Code of Military Justice is clear in Article 92 which directs the obedience of “lawful” orders with respect to constitutional principle. But then we have moral principle sadly stymied by commanders, whose ambition to wear as many stars as possible on their collars, prostitute their principles and the lives of patriotic young men and women. Fortunately, the focus of alcohol abuse is one aspect the military has had the moral courage to address head on. It was a contributing factor to the death of Davis, who was struck by a fellow Marine who had been drinking and got behind the wheel of his pickup, leaving Davis’s wife a widow with two small children. It should have been more focused during Vietnam, as many still suffer from its effects and that of prescription drug abuse. But when will commanders have the moral courage to truly honor our war dead by not allowing themselves to be the pawns of politicians who have never served and refuse to allow the nation to defeat its enemies rather than being manipulated by them? That also is our duty and obligation. Daniel Cortez, a Northern Virginia political writer and broadcaster, is active in veteran and minority affairs. Reach him at dpcortez1969@yahoo. com.

public in all sorts of matters that are relevant to the government and to the people. One after one Mr. Milde has failed to respond to an urgent matter. We cannot simply ignore the problem anymore, we need a response or we need to respond in a public forum so our concerns can be addressed to the satisfaction of having available a reliable system in place to offset any potential shortfall to our right of having free-flowing well water coming into our homes. We do not want to wake up one morning only to see our faucets running empty, and the burden upon our shoulders to find a replacement. Bryant Wilkerson, Stafford County

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Luxury cinema coming to North Stafford The Regal Entertainment Group will open a 50,539-square-foot luxury, 12-screen, movie theater in The Garrison at Stafford, formerly known as Stafford Village. The 500,000-square-foot, mixed-use community off Garrisonville Road is being developed by The Pence Group, The Regal Garrison 12 will feature recliners with footrests and swivel tables for dining, according to a county news release. The menu will feature enhanced food and beverage options as well as traditional cinema snacks. The lobby includes a lounge where guests can relax before or after the movie and table seating to accommodate appetizers, entrées, desserts and drinks. When completed in 2017, the 1,230-recliner cinema

will provide traditional and 3D films on all 12 screens. “The Garrison will be an exceptional mixed-use property. Regal’s reputation for providing a luxury movie-going experience will be most welcome in Stafford County,” said Stafford Board of Supervisors Vice Chairman Laura Sellers, Garrisonville District. “Stafford did a retail survey with citizens and a nice movie theater was one of the most requested businesses.” “We are pleased to bring the premium environment of Regal Garrison 12 to The Garrison and are excited about the potential entertainment and destination themed experiences interested in joining the project,” said Geoff Pence, president at The Pence Group.

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The regional chamber’s Leadership Fredericksburg program graduated its ninth class of “fellows” during a May 20 ceremony at the University of Mary Washington Stafford Campus, according to Dawn Haun, Fredericksburg Regional Chamber of Commerce communications manager. Dr. Michael McDermott, president and CEO of Mary Washington Healthcare, was the keynote speaker. Leadership Fredericksburg 2016 class president was Kyle Allwine. The 25 fellows in the 2016 class began Leadership Fredericksburg in September with a personality profile assessment. Each month, community, business, nonprofit, political and educational leaders offered them insights about their personal leadership journeys. In addition, each fellow was paired with a trained mentor from the business community who supported their progress throughout the program. Leadership Fredericksburg 2016 fellows include: Kyle Allwine, University of Mary Washington Charles Baxter, Baxter & Co. Kevin Breen, Coldwell Banker Elite Cullen Brown, Spotsylvania Regional Medical Center Jennifer Childs, Courtyard by Marriott Historic District Richard Collawn, Rappahannock Electric Cooperative

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The Town of Quantico took to the Memorial Day observance early with contests and a craft show at Raftelis Potomac River Park. Some 40 vendors displayed their wares Saturday afternoon for a crowd that flowed throughout the day. In the early evening, Quantico Marine Jordan Snow took to the stage, playing renditions of songs popular the past few decades. A color guard from the base was part of the evening’s remembrance, and the Our Troops Fireworks and Music Concert concluded with fireworks courtesy of Leatherneck Realty. PHOTOS BY ALEKS DOLZENKO | INSIDENOVA

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The Fredericksburg area real estate market experienced a strong showing in April, posting a 20 percent increase in total sold dollar volume over April of 2015, going from $114,874,142 to $138,267,056, reports the Fredericksburg Area Association of Realtors based on analysis of MRIS multiple listing data provided through RealEstate Business Intelligence. Median sold price posted an increase of 2.96 percent going from $251,500 in April 2015 to $268,500 in April 2016. The number of units sold increased nearly 17 percent, from 414 in April 2015 to 484 in April 2016. Days on market increased by almost 5 percent going from 81 days in April of last year to 85 days in April of

this year, but that increase didn’t seem to affect the market much. Overall active listings continue to decrease compared to 2015. In April 2015, there were 1,970 active listings in the market compared to 1,678 in April of this year, but the market did add 980 new listings, which is very close to the pace of new listings from last year. "April is typically the beginning of the busy spring season, and this year has lived up to its reputation,” FAAR Director Arlene Mason said. “One major difference between this year and last year is the reduced inventory of homes for sale this year. There is currently only a three- to four-month supply of homes in most of our market, which usually favors sellers."

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Oreo is a 1-year-old male who is extremely affectionate. He loves to be petted and get chin and head scratches. He would likely do well with other cats with proper introduction. June is Adopt-a-cat month. Oreo can be seen at the Fredericksburg Regional SPCA, (540) 898-1500.

Hachi is an Akita/husky mix. He was picked up a stray. He is approximately 1-2 years old. He is mild-tempered and greets everyone with a wagging tail. Hachi is 70881 at the Stafford County Animal Shelter, (540)-658-PETS.

Jezebel is a 1-year-old medium hair black female. She is very personable and loves to be petted. All cat fees are reduced right now. Visit staffordspca.org to learn more about Jezebel and her friends.

Remington is a 3-month-old female redbone coonhound. She loves snuggling with her puppy friends. She is a high-energy player and full of puppy silliness. Visit staffordspca.org to download an adoption application.

Jack is a 12-year-old German shepherd mix. He is neutered and deaf. Jack is 70902 at the Stafford County Animal Shelter, (540)-658PETS.

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uantico National Cemetery was the site for the Memorial Day observance put on by the Potomac Region Veterans Council and supported by Marine Corps Base Quantico on May 30. Hundreds were in attendance for the ceremonies, which honored those who gave their lives in service to America. Col. Joseph Murray, commander, MCINCR-MCB Quantico, gave the opening remarks about the history of Memorial Day and gave honor to those who have served. He said that often Memorial Day is seen as a day off from work, a day to have picnics, go on trips or a day to go to holiday sales. “The truth is, today is set aside to remember the men and women who have fought and died so we can have the freedoms that we have. They deserve so much more than one day. Let’s honor them by being thankful for what they gave us,” said Murray. Memorial Day was started in order to decorate the graves of the fallen with flowers and flags and was originally called Decoration Day. The day was declared a national event on May 5, 1868. Memorial Day became official in 1971 and was finally observed as a national holiday in the United States. Rear Adm. John Waickwiecz gave the keynote address at the ceremony. He talked about a student at West Point who recently graduated with tears in his eyes. He was not a native-born citizen, but rather was from Haiti. “He came to America because it offered freedom, hopes and dreams,” said Waickwiecz. He also talked about the fallen and said that of the more than 1 million who have died that we often think about the potential they had and what they could have achieved. However, he said that the fallen have achieved a lot. “They have achieved freedom,” Waickwiecz said.

Ellen Wells, of Manassas, spends time at the grave of her husband, Rodney Wells, on Memorial Day at Quantico National Cemetery. He died Feb. 3. ALEKS DOLZENKO | INSIDENOVA

Quantico Marine Corps Base Commander Col. Joseph M. Murray delivers opening remarks at the 33rd annual Memorial Day ceremony during his opening remarks on Monday at Quantico National Cemetery. Members of the Rolling Thunder motorcycle club wait to help retired Marine Corps Sgt. Paul Wood, originally from Waltham, Massachusetts, get off a bus that brought him from the Veterans Administration Health Center in Washington, D.C., to the Memorial Day ceremony at Quantico National Cemetery on Monday.

Deb Limbach moves on to the next guest after giving water to Charles F. Sterling Jr. of Fredericksburg and his daughter, Diane Klein of Tazewell, Tennessee, during Memorial Day ceremonies at Quantico National Cemetery on Monday.

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Sgt. Jason Homard, center, of Des Moines, Iowa, displays his skills on the French horn during a musical prelude by the Quantico Marine Corps Band at the 33rd annual Memorial Day Ceremony at Quantico National Cemetery on Monday.

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North Stafford girls track team eyes state titles

DAVID STEGON »ForByInsideNoVa

hen the season comes to an end after this weekend’s state track and field meet, North Stafford girls track coach Chris Farmer will invite everyone on the team over for a barbecue to reminisce. Hopefully, there will be a few state titles to celebrate as well. The Wolverines will send seven athletes to the 5A state championship meet Friday and Saturday in Newport News, including a number of runners who have qualified in several events. The appearance comes a little more than a week after North Stafford won the 5A North Region title, edging rival Potomac by four points. “That victory in regionals will be the one thing we all remember from this season,” Farmer said. “We didn’t win our conference, but we put together a great meet. We don’t have the numbers to compete for the team state championship, but a number of girls have a chance to capture individual titles.” At the top of the list of contenders is the 4x400 relay team. The team of Malaika Pride, Whitney Warford, Kazia Russell and Jami Lewis won the regional meet after capturing the state title during the indoor season. Farmer said the Wolverines just edged Hampton at the indoor meet, so a win during the outdoor year is anything but guaranteed. “If the girls run a good race, we can hopefully make it close and maybe pull it out,” Farmer said. The event will be one of many in a busy day for Lewis. The senior captain qualified in the 200-meter race, the 400-meter race,

North Stafford’s Malika Pride competes in the 400-meter dash at the VHSL Group 5A Conference 15 Outdoor Track and Field Championships on May 16. BILL KAMENJAR | INSIDENOVA

the long jump and the triple jump, along with the relay team. In order to make each race, Lewis had to either meet a certain time throughout the season or place in the top six in each event at regionals. “She is a special talent,” Farmer said. “She has an internal drive that you typically don’t see. She really loves track and field and you can see how important it is to her.” Another strong contender will be Kelsie Smith who throws both the shot put

North Stafford’s multi-talented Jami Lewis clears a hurdle in the 300-meter hurdles at the VHSL Group 5A Conference 15 Outdoor Track and Field Championships held on May 16. BILL KAMENJAR | INSIDENOVA

and the discus. Smith won the indoor state title in shot put and won regionals by more than a foot. Farmer also hopes this is a sustained run of success for North Stafford. Of the seven athletes competing at states, four

will be juniors and are expected to return next season. “It’s been an exciting year,” he said. “We had a great team and have a great future.” David Stegon can be reached at Staffordnews@insidenova.com.

Califano is on the move as a scout for Tampa Bay

David Driver »ForByInsideNoVa

A Frederick and low Single-A Delmarva, based in Salisbury. Califano, who lived in North Stafford, fter more than 10 years as a scout for the Houston Astros, Ken graduated from Milford Mill High near Califano has changed teams as a Baltimore in 1971 and played amateur baseball for Walter Youse, a long-time veteran pro baseball scout. The former Stafford resident in now in scouting legend, in 1972. He played in the his second season as a scout for the Tam- minors with the Orioles in 1973 and 1974. His son, DJ, played basepa Bay Rays. ball, football and ran track at “I have most of the teams North Stafford High School in the mid-Atlantic,” Califano and graduated from George said. “I have the Washington Mason University. Califano’s Nationals, from the major daughter, Kerri, played softball league team on down to their and tennis in high school. team in Hagerstown, MaryCalifano was at Nationals land,” in the low Single-A Park the week of May 23-26 South Atlantic League. for a homestand with the New That means he also scouts KEN CALIFANO York Mets and St. Louis Carthese Washington minor dinals. league affiliates: Triple-A SyraHe was slated to head to Richmond cuse, Double-A Harrisburg and High Single-A Potomac of the Carolina League. on May 31 to see Harrisburg and Bowie “I also have the Phillies – their major play against Richmond, a Double-A farm league team, Triple-A Lehigh Valley and team of the San Francisco Giants. After a club in Lakewood, New Jersey,” he said. that he was scheduled to cover games inThe Lakewood team, like Hagerstown, is volving the Philadelphia Phillies. Another team that he follows is the in the South Atlantic League. Califano is also in charge of scout- Wilmington (Delaware) Blue Rocks, a Sining minor league teams in the Baltimore gle-A Carolina League team that is part of Orioles system. All three teams are in the Kansas City Royals farm system. Califano moved to Aberdeen, MaryMaryland: Double-A Bowie, high Single-

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land, about two years ago in order to be closer to extended family. The director of pro scouting for the Rays is Kevin Ibach, who used to work for the Orioles and is based in Illinois. Califano said he drives about 25,000 miles each year for coverage of games in the mid-Atlantic region. He was also in Florida this past March while scouting the New York Yankees and Detroit Tigers. “We have to report on everybody (in the minors), whether they are the best player or worst player,” he said. “When you make trades you go through reports and there will be multiple scouts seeing each player.” Among the many players Califano has scouted was John Maine, a graduate of North Stafford High who played in college at Charlotte before he was drafted by the Orioles. Maine pitched in the Major Leagues for Baltimore and the New York Mets from 2004-10 and he posted a record of 41-36.

GEORGE WASHINGTON ENDS SEASON The George Washington University baseball team lost 12-4 on May 26 to No. 2 seed VCU in the consolation bracket of the Atlantic 10 tournament at Fordham NEWS

in New York. The No. 7 seed Colonials saw their season come to an end with a record of 24-33 under head coach Gregg Ritchie, a graduate of North Stafford High and a former standout at GW. GW had lost earlier in the tourney to the Rams, who improved to 38-18 after beating the Colonials for the second time in the event. The Colonials had 11 hits in the May 26 game, as Mark Osis and Bobby Campbell each had two hits. The winning pitcher for VCU was Brooks Vial, who improved to 8-4 while Sam Donko got his 20th save. The loser for GW was Brady Renner, who fell to 0-2 and he gave up six runs.

PARKER HITS HOMER FOR GIANTS Colonial Forge High graduate Jarrett Parker, a former University of Virginia standout, had a two-run homer for the San Francisco Giants on May 24 against the San Diego Padres. Parker began this season at Triple-A after he made his big league debut last season with the Giants. In his first 11 at bats this year in the majors, he had two hits with the one homer. David Driver can be reached at Staffordnews@insidenova.com.

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Softball field at middle school to be named for coach The Stafford County School Board unanimously approved a request recently to name the softball field at Rodney Thompson Middle School after a beloved employee who recently passed away. The school’s principal, Andrew Grider, along with several school employees, were emotional as they explained why the softball field should be named for Loretta “Vikki” Johnson, whom they called the heart of the school. Grider called her “the epitome of an

educator.” Johnson, 54, was a 16-year veteran of the school. She started at RTMS as a paraprofessional and bus driver and later became an administrative assistant. She was the girls’ softball coach for 15 years and the girls’ field hockey coach for 14 years. Johnson died of cancer April 9 after being hospitalized, according to a letter sent home to parents at the school. — Tracy Bell

Free fishing days on June 3-5 You may fish without a license during the first weekend in June, announced the Virginia Department of Game and Inland Fisheries. No fishing license of any kind will be required for recreational rod and reel fishing during the three days, except in designated stocked trout waters. All fishing regulations including size, season, catch limits and gear restrictions, will remain in effect. If you’re fishing in designated stocked trout waters, both a freshwater and trout license will be required. The 2016 Freshwater Fishing and Boating Regulations can be found at the Virginia Department of Game and Inland Fisheries

website at, www.HuntFishVA.com. Printed regulations are also available at most major outdoor retailers throughout the state that sell hunting and fishing licenses. In addition, the Marine Resources Commission’s website, http://mrc.virginia.gov, has extensive information on Virginia’s recreational fishing size, season and creel limits. DGIF also has a fun way to recognize a trophy freshwater catch, called The Virginia Angler Recognition Program: http://www. dgif.virginia.gov/fishing/varp/. On average, anglers measure up over 6,000 trophy size fish annually. Since 1963, when the program began, over a quarter-million trophy fish awards have been issued.

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The Virginia Zika Task Force, called into action by Gov. Terry McAuliffe earlier this spring, made schools, day care centers and obstetricians’ offices Ground Zero for Zika outreach because women of child-bearing age are considered at risk for Zika’s most devastating side effects. The virus has been linked to microcephaly, a condition marked by abnormally small head size and severe brain damage, as well as other birth defects. Obstetricians are distributing Zika prevention kits to their expectant patients. Pregnant women are also being advised not to travel to Zika-affected ar-

eas and to take strict precautions against mosquito bites. Dr. Brooke Rossheim, director of the Rappahannock Area Health District, and epidemiologist Stephanie Goodman met with the staff of a private obstetrician’s practice in Stafford recently to share specifics about whom the health department is advising should get tested for the virus. The two have met with county leaders as well as several community groups, Rossheim said in an email. The CDC is warning both men and women that the virus can also be transmitted sexually and thus is advising men to use condoms for at least six months after being exposed to the virus. Women who believe they have been exposed should wait at least eight weeks before

becoming pregnant. The CDC is also advising couples thinking about becoming pregnant to talk to their doctors and notes waiting might be recommended. “Some women and their partners living in areas with active Zika virus transmission might decide to delay pregnancy,” a CDC alert suggests. While the CDC has yet to confirm a case of Zika that has originated in the U.S., experts say it’s likely only a matter of time. Virginia is among the southeastern states considered susceptible to Zika because of the presence of both kinds of mosquitoes known to carry the disease – Aedes aegypti and Aedes albopictus. The CDC says the A. aegypti are more likely to transmit the Zika virus because

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to the Mount Vernon entrance fee) and can be purchased at the door or reserved online. The tours welcome both people and JILL PALERMO jpalermo@insidenova.com their dogs (on leashes, of course) for a Our first president is well known for walk highlighting what is known about his talents both on and off the revolution- the dogs who lived with the first, first ary battlefield. Besides being a formidable family. military leader, George Washington was As an avid foxhunter, Washington an innovative farmer, a crafty business- kept a pack of hounds in a kennel loman and a consummate host. cated about 100 yards south of the origiBut did you know our most famous nal family tomb. Water for the dogs was founding father was also a founding supplied by a nearby spring. Washington breeder of the American foxhound, one took time to visit and inspect the kennel of the first dog varieties developed in the each morning and evening, according to U.S.? the Mount Vernon website. According to Mount Vernon historians, Other Washington family members Washington is believed to have owned at also had special pets. Martha Washleast 36 American foxington’s youngest grandhounds (now the state daughter Eleanor (Nelly) WANT TO GO? dog of Virginia) and Custis had a small spangave them names such iel named Frisk, who was WHEN: Saturdays in June, Sepas Sweet Lips, Tipsy, probably similar to the tember and October at 10 a.m. Tipler, Chloe, Searcher popular Cavalier King WHERE: Mount Vernon, 3200 and Drunkard. Charles Spaniel breed toMount Vernon Memorial Highway, Washington also day, the website says. Mount Vernon owned a variety of other And then there was the TICKETS: $7 in addition to breeds, including greyinfamous Vulcan, a French Mount Vernon admission, which hounds, newfoundhound who caused quite a is $20 for adults, $19 for seniors lands, briards and varistir when he brazenly stole ous types of spaniels a fine ham that Martha had and $10 for children, ages 6 to and terriers. ordered for a special din11. Admission tickets are $3 less Washington was ner at the plantation. if purchased online. Discounts most definitely a dogAccording to the story available for active-duty military, lover. A new tour at his on the Mount Vernon veterans and their dependents. Potomac River plantawebsite, Vulcan darted tion invites four-legged into the kitchen, sunk his visitors, and their humans, to learn more teeth into the prized pork and promptly about how the first president’s canines ran off as the servants trailed in his wake. lived and worked at Mount Vernon. Later that evening, it was left to a butler “All the Presidents’ Pups” walking tours to explain why the main course was misswill be offered at 10 a.m. every Saturday ing. The guests were said to have chuckmorning in June, and again in September led at the news, but General Washington and October. Tickets are $7 (in addition “laughed heartily,” the website says. CLASSIFIED

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children’s issues with my skills and experience in collaboration with the rest of the Stafford school board.” Ayres is a resident of Stonebridge at Widewater’s subdivision. Her daughter attends Widewater Elementary School. Ayres works at Quality Technology Inc., headquartered in Largo, Maryland, and serves in the Marine Corps Reserves. Ayres holds a bachelor’s degree in business administration from Marymount University in Arlington and a master of business administration from the University of Phoenix in Tucson, Arizona. Emily Fallon, who previously held the position, resigned abruptly in late April, citing medical problems. But three days later, a Stafford grand jury indicted her on six felony counts, including three embezzlement charges and three charges of obtaining money by false pretense. The allegations against Fallon stem

they feed only on humans. The albopictus, or Asian tiger, feeds on people and animals, but animals are so far not considered carriers of the virus. The bad news is that mass spraying is not effective against Asian tiger mosquitoes because they most commonly breed in smaller containers. That’s why local and state officials are urging help from the community. “Even a bottle cap of water can generate some mosquitoes,” said Tim McGonegal, branch chief of Prince William’s mosquito and forest pest management program. “So one bucket behind your shed in your backyard can cause albopictus problems all summer long.” Stafford County doesn’t spray for mosquitoes or trap them for surveillance. from June 2013 through June last year when she served as president of the Moncure Elementary School ParentTeacher Organization. Fallon held that role prior to her position on the school board. She was elected to the school board in November 2015 and took over the position from school board member Dana Reinboldt in January this year. The investigation began in 2015 when PTO members alerted the Stafford County Sheriff ’s Office to significant bookkeeping irregularities during Fallon’s tenure, according to the county’s Commonwealth’s Attorney office. Fallon is accused of embezzling more than $23,000, transferring PTO funds onto her husband’s American Express credit card and conducting objectionable ATM cash and check transactions, court records said. Fallon disputed the accusations, and said poor bookkeeping led to the unintentional mistake. She is scheduled to be arraigned July 25 in Stafford County Circuit Court.

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AUCTIONS Commercial Real Estate AUCTION! Wed Jun 22, 101 County Dr, Waverly (Corner RT40/RT460) 10 AM. Sussex County MapID 28A8A67-3555-1. Prime location! Tons of Customers! Gray Auctions Co. (VAAL#1104) 804-943-3506, GrayCoServices.com

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Auction - Historic Virginia Estate, 531 Kohler Ave., Austinville, Virginia 24312. Fully restored antebellum home, 158.5+/- acres offered in 3 parcels, two parcels fronting on the New River Trail (A Virginia State Park). Assessed for $898,100 - Sold to the Highest Bidder Over $499,000! Held Friday, June 10 at 1:00 PM at the Max Meadows Ruritan Club Bingo Building. For more information, visit woltz. com/auctions/880 or call Russell Seneff (VA #1185) 540-765-7733. Woltz & Associates, Inc. (VA# 321) Real Estate Brokers & Auctioneers. PEST CONTROL KILL BED BUGS & THEIR EGGS! Buy Harris Bed Bug Killers/KIT Complete Treatment System. Available: Hardware Store, The Home Depot, homedepot.com SERVICES DIVORCE – Uncontested, $395 + $86 court cost. No court appearance. Estimated completion time twenty-one days. Telephone inquiries welcome - no obligation. Hilton Oliver, Attorney. 757-490-0126. Se Habla Español.

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ORDER OF PUBLICATION The object of this suit is to obtain a Decree of Divorce. An affidavit having been made and filed showing that the Defendant in the above-entitled cause is either a non-resident of the State of Virginia or cannot be found in the State of Virginia, and that the Defendant’s name and last known post office address is as follows, to-wit: Michael J. DiDonato, 1348 Courthouse Road, Stafford, VA 22554. Upon consideration whereof, this Order of Publication is granted, and it is hereby ORDERED that the above-named defendant do appear here on or before June 3, 2016, after due publication of this Order, and do what is necessary to protect his interests in this cause. It is further ORDERED that this Order of Publication be published once a week for four successive weeks in the Stafford County Sun. 6/3, 6/10, 6/17, 6/24/2016

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EJF Capital seeking portfolio analyst for position in Arlington, Va. Duties include: building detailed financial models, generating investment ideas, working with equity & fixed income markets. Requires bachelor’s in economics, finance, business admin or related and at least 4 years relevant experience. Bloomberg Terminal experience required. Send résumé to EJF Capital LLC, Attn: HR Coordinator, 2107 Wilson Blvd, Ste 410, Arlington, VA 22201.

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Real Estate Financial Analyst - Produce detailed budgets for various types of residential and mixed use projects; Monitor and report actual cost vs budgeted costs for ongoing projects on bi-monthly basis; Analyze, negotiate and assist with acquisitions for development and stabilized income producing properties; Create and implement a due diligence underwriting criteria for acquisitions of income producing properties; Produce discounted cash flow models and optimize capital stock to maximize project returns; Research Mid-Atlantic markets and sub markets to identify the most viable acquisition targets for development and income producing alternatives; Reconcile and produce company cash for all projecting future income vs future expenses including a tax and profitability analysis to be included in the cash flow projections; Create a reporting and monitoring system for ongoing projects for firm’s investment partners. Master’s degree in Finance. Experience in and/or Knowledge of Advanced Excel Financial Modelling, Access Database and SQL. Resumes to job location: Tradition Homes, LLC Attn: Stephen DeFalco 1497 Chain Bridge Road, Suite 100 McLean, VA 22101.

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WORK IN THE MEDIA BUSINESS! Do you enjoy helping local businesses market their products and services? Are you a self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced environment? Northern Virginia Media Services/InsideNoVa.com is hiring two outside account executives to build and manage advertising campaigns for local businesses.

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Working out of either our Woodbridge or our McLean office, this rep will sell print and digital advertising to local businesses. You’ll be given a book of business but will be expected to build that territory. The ideal candidate will have some business-to-business sales experience, but it does not necessarily have to be in the media industry. More critical skills are a willingness to call on new businesses and an ability to make persuasive presentations.

DIGITAL MEDIA ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE: We’re seeking a digitally-savvy salesperson to work with local businesses on online marketing efforts, ranging from website development to display advertising, text messaging and social media management. You’ll build a list of your own accounts as well as become an in-house digital expert for other account executives. This position requires a fundamental knowledge of digital advertising and marketing, an ability to make persuasive presentations, and a willingness to call on new businesses. Both positions are full-time and offer a suite of benefits, including medical insurance, a 401(k) and paid time off. Northern Virginia Media Services publishes four local weekly newspapers, in Arlington, Fairfax, Prince William and Stafford counties; two military base newspapers, at Fort Belvoir and Marine Corps Base Quantico; Washington FAMILY Magazine, and the region’s leading news website, InsideNoVa.com. Our newspapers reach 130,000 households a week, and InsideNoVa has nearly 400,000 unique visitors a month.

To apply for either position, send resume and brief cover letter to Bruce Potter at bpotter@Insidenova.com. Application deadline is June 15.

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