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County taxes Improved First Fridays kicks off to rise 5 cents

Supervisors say declining property values, school costs rise caused increase Richard Leggitt

Faced with declining property values and increased school costs, the Westmoreland Board of Supervisors voted Friday to hike taxes by 5 cents per 100. “Basically, 3.3 cents of the increase was because of decreased property values and 1.7 cents was for increased money for schools,” said Board Vice-Chairman Woody Hynson.

“I think we are as lean and conservative a group of people as you are going to find,” Hynson said.

“We work hard to find ways to keep costs down and to protect the taxpayers, but this year decreases in revenue and increases in costs gave us no choice.”

“The decline in property values resulted in an increase in the tax rate to maintain the current revenue level,” said Westmoreland County Administrator Norm Risavi. “The large increase in state revenue for the school system resulted in about a $1.3 million increase in required local funds.”

“Another significant impact was the additional of 14 new employees for the county’s Department of Emergency Services EMS personnel and two ambulances. The additional increase was necessary to cover these expenses,” Risavi said.

The Westmoreland budget for 2016-2017 includes increases of $1.1 million for emergency services including the construction of a fourth rescue squad station in Oak Grove, $337,000 for new county ambulances, and $105,000

Judge sends message on drugs Dealer gets 15 years Richard Leggitt

King George prosecutors sent a message to drug dealers last week by getting a local man sentenced to 15 years in prison for a single drug deal.

Thomas Renaldo Johnson, who was convicted by a jury in February, was sentenced Thursday in King George Circuit Court to prison time that has been recommended by the jury.

"Any and all drug dealers in King George County are on notice that selling poison for profit could result in decades in prison," said King George Asst. Commonwealth's Attorney Charles Clark.

"The jury recommended that Mr. Johnson spend 15 year in prison for a single drug deal," Clark said. "There was no question about where the community stands on the issue and we were pleased that the court upheld the jury's recommendation."

Johnson, 32, of King George was given the stiff sentence by Circuit Court Judge William Ledbetter after he was convicted of selling the drugs See Dealer, page 8

“Basically, 3.3 cents of the increase was because of decreased property values and 1.7 cents was for increased money for schools.”

Westmoreland County Board of Supervisors Vice Chairman Woody Hynson

for health insurance increases.

“Health insurance costs went up for every county employee and every county teacher,” said Hynson.

“Effectively, the increased health costs would have amounted to a 2 percent decrease in pay for employees if we had not acted.”

The new $1.3 million in county money funding funding for the school system will be matched by state funding and includes funds for hiring new teachers, planning for the new W&L high school and funds to offset $116,000 in declining federal funding. The overall county budget for the Westmoreland school system 2016-2017 is $8.7 million.

The new overall county 5 cent tax increase will come from a slight increases in real estate taxes, public utility taxes and taxes on mobile homes. The new taxes will help fund an overall county budget of $26.5 million for 2016-2017.

Photo by Terry Cosgrove

At last year’s First Friday Art Walk, residents sat on hay bales and lawn chairs to watch musicians perform and enjoyed sampling Montross’ hospitality.

Market Days moves for bigger, more fun event Richard Leggitt

Montross First Fridays are back this weekend, and the Westmoreland County village is combining its traditional First Fridays art walk and music series with the Montross Market Days, normally held on the Saturday after the First Friday, for a larger, more energetic event.

"Our new format has combined our Friday art walks with our previously Saturday market day into one bigger and better event," said Montross Vice Mayor Terry Cosgrove.

"We have moved the Saturday market to Friday, in an attempt to accommodate vendors, locals, and visitors," said Becky Nelson, one of the coordinators of the event. "This event is people-packed and will include food vendors this year."

This year the combined First Friday and Market Days will be held beginning at noon and ending at 8 p.m. on Friday, May 6. For more information on the weekend's events or Montross and the Greater Montross Partnership for Revitalization, go to www.visitmontross.com.

"Folks are encouraged to come early and dine in one of the local eateries, or grab a bite from a vendor as they listen to music and sample local wine, shop the market and roam the village," Nelson said.

"We always welcome new vendors, and hope that this evening convinces people that Montross is ready for new small business. The Greater Montross Partnership for Revitalization is anxious to help foster anyone with dreams of operating a small business in Montross," Nelson said.

"Our list of vendors is still growing and we couldn't be happier about that," said Cosgrove.

"Of course kicking the season off with Josh Grigs-

by and County Line is a huge win for us. They are a hot band all across the great state of Virginia and we're proud to have them play in their home area again this year."

"We have the award winning Hague Winery joining us and that's another great local business that is investing in the revitalization of Montross," Cosgrove said. "We have new vendors such as Revolutionary Root Farm from Kinsale joining our vendor list so shoppers should keep a cooler in their car to keep local meats, poultry and eggs."

Cosgrove said he had sampled local strawberries and asparagus available from vendors "and they are fantastic so that's another good reason to come out and shop local."

"Our list of artist vendors is growing to join in and bolster our arts presence with our brick and mortar businesses. Our fantastic local restaurants are all open late for dining before, during and after the first Friday event," Cosgrove said.

Kinsale Strawberry Festival County mulls plans a sweet time for all increasing Placid Bay’s road user fees Richard Leggitt

Volunteers in Kinsale are manning the ovens this week, baking pound cakes for the Sixth Annual Kinsale Strawberry Festival to be held Saturday in the historic port town. The festival this year will also be a Mother's Day celebration.

Lots of luscious strawberries will be on available at the Cople District Volunteer Firehouse from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m. on May 7, so plenty of pound cakes -- made with the secret Kinsale recipe -- are needed to dollop whipped cream and strawberries over. Also, any spare cakes will be sold to help raise money for the fire department.

This year the delightful community event will also be a salute to Mother's Day. Residents are urged to treat Mom to a day of family fun. There will be music from the talented band Muddy Boots, horse and pony rides, a petting zoo and story telling by the library. Vendors and artisans will also be available selling their creations.

The event, which raises funds for the Cople District VFD, will also feature a bake-off with pies, cookies, cakes and other treats using strawberries. In addition to the bake-off and music, there will be rides, games and lots and lots of strawberries.

Richard Leggitt

Young Kinsale resident Aubree Sitton with flowers in a strawberry designed vase at last year’s Kinsale Strawberry Festival..

The Westmoreland County Board of Supervisors, acting on a request from the Placid Bay Civic Association, is considering an increase in road improvement user fees for Placid Bay residents in an effort to speed up road improvements in the area.

Friday during budget discussions, the supervisors voted to table a proposal to increase the road improvement user fee in Placid Bay from $40 per year per lot to $120 per year per lot until county officials can meet with the residents of the area at the Placid Bay Civic Association Community Center on May 21.

"After three years of available funds for local road repairs, we have only been able to execute road repairs on 57 percent of the unpaved roads and still have portions of seven roads that are impassible," said Christina Gruszecki, the president of the civic association, in a letter to supervisors.

"At this rate, it will be six more years before we are able to do a solid first pass on local repairs on the re-

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maining roads and 60 plus years before we are able to transition these roads," Gruszecki said. "The PBCA recommends increasing the road user fee to $120 per lot to accelerate our ability to make all lots accessible and transition as many roads as possible to VDOT. This equates to $10 a month per lot."

The current road user fees generated only about $62,000 in revenue last year. When the cost of maintaining the roads is subtracted, only $50,000 a year is left for possible revenue sharing construction funds with the Virginia Department of Transportation.

"Roads play a big impact in determining the value of property," said Board Chairman Darryl Fisher. "The May 21 meeting will be our opportunity to get the word out to citizens about the proposed increase increase in the road user fee."

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Tell me a story David Kerr We humans like to tell stories.

Language was one of the first great inventions. We learned to express ourselves through conversation and in the process developed our abilities as storytellers. All of us have stories to tell. Though we’ve had written language for several thousand years we’ve never completely allowed it to replace our ability to verbally share a story. Whether it’s over coffee with friends, at a cocktail party, talking with the kids, in class, or for one of the best audiences there are, telling stories to the grandchildren.

I was fortunate to come from a long line of story tellers. My Grandfather and my Dad were great at it. So was my great-aunt. In fact, when I think

of my memories of them their stories are an important part of what defines my recollection of them. While it’s not unusual for tales to be expanded as time goes, the ones I heard, were always believable. This was particularly true for my Great Aunt Mary.

She was the family genealogist and a stickler for accuracy.

One of my favorite recollections was my granddad’s story of the turn of the century celebration back in 1899. Even in rural Ohio they had a pretty good party. The family took the train from Centerburg, Ohio, to the big city, Columbus, went to a winter carnival, had dinner and watched the fireworks at midnight. At which point my Granddad had to get used to writing 19 instead of 18 to designate the year.

Then there are other little tidbits. For instance the time my Aunt Margaret thought it would be fun to walk across the Potomac River during one of the few times it froze completely back in 1937. It was a dangerous thing to do. Back in those days Washington D.C. was a lot more like a small town and my Aunt got found out. Her parents’ wrath was severe.

My Great Aunt Mary told me one story about my great-grandfather, his name was Louis, being told by his father to hide under the bed with his mother and a neighbor lady (who brought along her bottle of corn squeezings along) while his Dad dealt with the Confederate raiders outside.

This took place not too far from what is today Martinsburg, West Virginia.

He stood up to them, unarmed, told

them he was a Union man, and if they thought that killing his one cow was the way honorable men waged war then they could go ahead and do it. They left. I liked that story.

My Dad had plenty of stories, but the ones he seemed to recall the best were about his time in the Navy in World War II. One tale that always touched me was about a night the USS Sumner was docked in Shanghai, China. The crew rescued a young Chinese orphan who would have otherwise frozen to death. What’s more, it was the engine room crew that took charge of her care. These were the toughest men on the ship.

Big, strong, and usually in trouble once they got ashore. But, with the ship’s corpsman and a thoughtful officer, they took good care of her. In-

cluding learning how to make dresses. Of course, this was all against regulations. She stayed aboard for about a month and was placed in an orphanage in Hong Kong. No one knew what happened to her, but I hope somewhere in Hong Kong there is a 70 something year old lady, who has vague, but fond memories, of her friends on the Sumner.

I could go on for a hundred pages.

These don’t even begin to touch the edge of all the family stories there are. But, that’s the point. We all have them. And the time span they cover, because tales get told over and over again, is immense. We can’t all write them down. There is not enough

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Greetings everyone, It is amazing just how quickly time can go by. I have been officially in office for two months. I have enjoyed representing the Dahlgren District and look forward to doing so for the foreseeable future.

These past three months have certainly been busy. During the first meeting I was appointed to Vice Chairman. I made the motion to start our Board of Supervisors meetings at a later time in hopes to better allow citizen attendance. It certainly makes it easier for me after commuting from D.C.!

Some may consider it to be controversial, but I stepped aside in order to allow for Chris Werle to serve on the Service Authority Board. I believe his experience and education have already been an asset to the board and he will continue to be one. As Ruby stated during that meeting, we made a promise to further involve citizen participation and this was a small step in that direction.

As most of you know it is budget season. We have had several budget work sessions and have met with many county departments in order to hear their needs and assess how we can assist them.

As a board we voiced our support for Sheriff Dempsey’s budget request for four additional police officers and two communications officers. Both positions will go a long way towards keeping our community safe which is a primary concern of mine.

I also supported extending water into the Rt. 3/301 corridor which will assist in economic growth. It passed by majority vote. Smart economic growth is vital to the success of our county.

Recently, the Board of Supervisors unanimously supported a resolution that would place the Dahlgren Heritage Rail Trail (DHRT) under the State Park system, specifically Cale-

don. I view the to improve and make it easier for Sheriff ’s Department to enforce laws thereby increasing the safety of our citizens.

Unfortunately, a budget amendment was passed by State Senate which would negate our resolution despite our unanimous vote and Sher-

iff Dempsey’s support. The amendment did not mention the author and no one is claiming it. We as a board have voiced our concerns to our state representatives and I am hoping we can resolve this issue.

I have and will continue to remain heavily involved with social media

and I strive to be responsive to citizen inquiries.

Overall I am proud of our new board and I am excited to assist in addressing the needs of our community.

John Jenkins, Dahlgren District Supervisor

PUBLIC SALE OF TAX DELINQUENT KING GEORGE COUNTY REAL ESTATE -TO BE SOLD....AT AUCTION!

AT AUCTION! Thursday, May 26, 2016 at 11:00 a.m.

CROSSWORD PUZZLE

10459 Courthouse Drive, Suite 105, King George, VA 22485 Pursuant to the terms of those certain Decrees of Sale from the Circuit Court of King George County, Virginia, the undersigned Special Commissioner will offer for sale at public auction at the King George County Board Room, King George, Virginia, on Thursday, May 26, 2016 at 11:00 a.m., subject to the following terms and conditions, the following-described real estate:

Parcel 1 Parcel Parcel Parcel Parcel Parcel Parcel Parcel Parcel Parcel

(Bowen)

10.1 acres, more or less, east side of Welcome Road; Tax Map 39-28 2 (Brown) 2 acres, more or less, corner of Deep Cove Landing and Timber Trail Lane; Tax Map 8-99B 3 (Culpeper) 5.0012 acres, more or less, Lot 6, Wildlife Springs; Tax Map 17A-1-6 4 (Garner) 2 acres, more or less, on Dawsons Landing Drive; Tax Map 25-68 5 (Hanks) 0.1725 acres, more or less, Improved, 9374 Hickory Lane; Tax Map 24-146A 6 (Hooker) 1.995 acres, more or less, on James Madison Parkway at Salem Church Road; Tax Map 38-24A 7 (Hooper) Lot 82, Sec. 2, Presidential Lakes, Improved, 10575 Madison Drive; Tax Map 23A-2-82 8 (Murray) Lot 72, Sec. 8, Presidential Lakes, on Truman Drive; Tax Map 23A-8-72 9 (Sayles) 2 acres, more or less, east side of Millbank Road; Tax Map 32-79 10 (Staples) 1.4 acres, Lot-4, Sec. 1, Oakland Park Subdivision, Improved, 9154 Fletcher’s Chapel Road; Tax Map 21A-1-4 �

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TERMS OF SALE: All sales are subject to the approval of the Circuit Court. A 10% Buyer’s Premium will be added to the highest bid and will become a part of the total sales price on each property. The highest bidder shall deposit ten percent (10%) of the total sales price, by either cash or good check, which sum shall be credited toward the purchase at closing. The balance of the purchase price, in cash or certified funds, shall be deposited with the Clerk, King George Circuit Court, within fifteen (15) days of Court confirmation. TIME IS OF THE ESSENCE. All properties will be conveyed by Special Warranty Deed, subject to any easements and covenants of record, and any rights of persons in possession. Interested parties may go upon the unimproved real estate only for the purpose of making an inspection.

Announcements made the day of sale take precedence over any prior written or verbal terms of sale.

Margaret F. Hardy, Special Commissioner Sands Anderson PC Post Office Box 907 Fredericksburg, VA 22404-0907 (540) 373-2504 http://www.sandsanderson.com http://www.vadelinquenttaxsale.com

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time, and some of the stories are only interesting when told verbally.

A friend of mines Dad had been in Civilian Conservation Corps in the Northwest and then served in the Army during World War II, asked her Dad to record some of his stories.

She recently transferred them from cassettes to digital. Not everyone is going to do that either. So, perhaps the best advice to keep these stories alive is to keep telling them and retelling them. It’s not so hard and even children distracted by IPhones and texting, can become captivated by stories about way back when. That’s the nice thing about kids. So, please, tell your stories.

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James Madison Garden Club’s Annual Plant Sale

Musical benefit for local man to be held at KGMS

Annual Spring Plant & Bake Sale will be held on Saturday, May 7, from 9 a.m. to noon at St. John’s Episcopal Church in the heart of King George.

In addition to hardy plants dug from local gardens, the club will be selling spring bedding plants, annuals, perennials, veggies, herbs & shrubs.

The sale will be held rain or shine.

Stop by for plants and snacks. Proceeds from the sale will be used to benefit community organizations.

Local churches, choirs and dance groups will be performing at a special Musical Benefit for Steve Sargent and family on May 7, 2016 at 6 p.m. in the KGMS auditorium.

Steve, a former barber at Elite Barber Shop in King George, Coach for KG Parks & Rec, husband, father and friend to many suffered an unexpected illness that has prohibited him from being able to return to work.

Hebrews 13:16 says, “Do not neglect to do good and to share what you have, for such sacrifices are pleasing to God.” This community event is an opportunity to do good for others.

Scheduled to perform are the Ebenezer Baptist Church Men’s Chorus, Supply; the Shiloh Baptist Church Men’s Chorus, Port Royal; Harmonies of Faith, King George and the Mighty Gospel Melodies, King George. A dance performance by Pace Setters Dancers is also on the program.

All are invited to come to this event, to hear the Lord’s word through music and dance, and show community support for a neighbor in need.

Col. Beach getting ready for pageant season POTOMAC RIVER FESTIVAL AND CB FIRE DEPT. CONTEST These contests will be held on Sunday, June 5th at the CBVFD. Boy’s and Girl’s 6 months - 12 months and 1 - 2 years will be at 1:30. Boy’s and Girl’s 3 - 4 and Girl’s Only 5 - 6 will be at 2 p.m. NON-REFUNDABLE $20.00 Entry Fee. NOTE: If your child has won in any age group, they cannot be in that age group again.

The Little Miss, Jr. Miss and Miss CBVFD Contest will be Sunday, June 5th at 3:00.

The Little Miss is for Girls 7 - 9, Sunday Dress Only in this group.

Jr. Miss 10 - 12 and Miss is 13 - 15.

Both of these age groups can wear a long or short dress. Most Miss wear long dresses. We also have the Miss Photographic contest that day for these girls only. We will need the pictures at practice on Wed. June 1st at 6:00. Practice is for the 7 - 15 year olds only. “NO Professional Photograph’s” PLEASE. Just one you would take inside or out, at a beach, park and so on.

NO ENTRIES will be accepted after 6 PM Sat., June 4th. For more info call (804) 224-0215 from 6:30 8 PM ONLY PLEASE.

Are you licensed to operate your power boat?

After July 1, you must have proof of completion of an approved Boating Safety Course to drive over 10HP in Virginia Waters.

Sign up/register for a class now.

Flotilla3-10.org or call Joe Riley (804) 472-4521.

Classes run 9am-4pm. Cost is $10 which includes a lunch.

Upcoming classes June 25 in Tappahannock or July 23, Montross.

Be safe on the water.

Saturday, May 7

Star Party at Caledon. Hosted by the Rappahannock Astronomy Club. FREE! 8 p.m. Check www. raclub.org for weather related updates.

Ralph Bunche Alumni meeting, 11 a.m. at the American Legion Post Bldg. 9526 James Madison Pkwy., KG.

Sunday, May 8

Annual Mother’s Day Breakfast at the CB firehouse. 7-11 a.m. $10 ages 12 and up. “All you can eat.”

Tuesday, May 10

Regular meeting Chapter 595 NARFE at noon, Hunan Diner in Col. Beach. (804) 224-7876.

Thursday, May 12

2016 Green Talks program 6 p.m. KG Elem. School. Topic: Identifying weeds & invasiva plants.

Call 775-3062 to register.

Saturday, May 14

CBVFD-LA Fried Fish Dinner.

5-7 p.m. Menu: fish, frenchfries, slaw, corn bread, tea and dessert. $10 pp.

Colonial Beach Historical Society to host a Golf Tournament.

Cameron Hills Golf Links, KG. Cost $75pp, $50 high school students. Includes breakfast & lunch.

4th Annual “Living in the Garden Symposium” will be held at U. of Mary Washington, 8:30 a.m.3:30 p.m. Guest speaker, TV personality Bryce Lane. Anita Tuttle will also speak. Guy Mussey of Stafford VA Ext. Office will lead a tree walk on the UMW campus.

Advance registration is required.

The brochure and registration form are available through the MGACRA website at: http://www.mgacra.com/; on MGACRA’s facebook page and at the King George Cooperative Extension Office. For additional information contact Linda Kline at 775-9688.

angel visit baptist church The Men’s Ministry will sponsor a Car & Bike Show, “HotRods for God” on Saturday, May 7, 9 am 2pm. Free to visit, $20 per show entry. 29566 Tidewater Trail, Dunnsville, VA.

people’s union baptist church Celebrating their Annual Women’s Day on Sunday, May 15 at the 11 a.m. & 3 p.m. services. Colors for 2016: purple & gold. 7357 Comorn Road, KG.

tabernacle baptist church is having their Homecoming Service on Sunday, May 15. A fellowship dinner will follow the 11 .m. service.

There will be a Bible Conference on Sunday, May 22 at all three services, and will continue May 23-24 at 7 pm each night.

Dahlgren UMC is re- opening of the Sheep’s Pen on Fridays, beg. May 6. All proceeds go to the church.

The church will have one blended worship service on Sunday, May 15 at 10:30 a.m. for their Pentacost Celebration. Childcare will be provided. This will be followed by a fellowship luncheon.

pope’s creek baptist church Relay for Life team will have a classic car truck & cycle display show on May 7, 2016. 10 am -2pm.

Food for sale, baked goods, yard sales, 50-50 raffle and more. Come out and support the team!

First Baptist Church Ambar has a Power Night program @ Wednesday at 7:30 p.m. If you need something from the Lord, come to the service, because God wants to answer your need says Bishop Frye.

9469 Caledon Road, KG.

Junior Livestock show to feature Local 4Hers

2016 KG Relay for Life theme: “Circus with a Purpose

The 69th annual 4-H/FFA Fredericksburg Area Show and Sale is slated for May 11, 2016 beginning at 7:30 a.m. at the Fredericksburg Livestock Exchange.

Youth from Caroline, Essex, Hanover, King George, Richmond County, Lancaster, Northumberland, Spotsylvania, Stafford, and Westmoreland will be competing in the event, showcasing hogs, goats, lamb, and beef animals.

For youth, this event is an opportunity to show off the hard work and dedication they have put into their projects for the current year.

Throughout the day, youth will also compete in a Stockman’s contest. This contest is a written test that evaluates youth on the knowledge of animal care, meat cuts, feed identification, and breed identifications.

Participants have the opportunity to win ribbons and prize money for their efforts in all of the day’s competitions.

The public is invited to attend this event in support of local youth.

After the competition events, youth have the option to sell their animals at auction. Community members and business bid on animals with the funds going to the individual who raised each animal.

Prior to the sale event, a BBQ is held at the Fredericksburg Fair Grounds for participants, buyers, and the community. Tickets to the BBQ can be purchased during the show or at the door.

4-H is a youth development education program of Virginia Cooperative Extension that emphasizes the concept of “learn by doing.” 4-Hers are encouraged to “Make the best better” in all aspects of their life. For information on how to become involved in 4-H, contact your local Extension Office. To find the office for you county, visit http://ext.vt.edu.

The 2016 King George community Relay for Life event will be held on Saturday, May 14 from noon to midnight. Again being held at the KG Middle School, this year’s theme is “Circus with a Purpose”.

Survivors are encouraged to attend the opening ceremony at noon for tto be followed by the traditional survivor lap and a luncheon in your honor. Many fun circus themed activities are planned- a fun time for the entire family! Food, music, activities, and more.

All are welcome for a fun evening of Bingo at the Elks Lodge 2666.

719 Ferry Landing Rd off Rte 205 (Placid Bay/Colonial Beach.

Every Monday evening.

Doors open at 5pm.

Early birds start at 6:30.

Food and soft drinks are available for purchase.

Smoking outside only.

Call the lodge if you have questions 804-224-0364.

St. Elizabeth of Hungary Catholic Church

Local Church Directory “Building God’s Kingdom On Earth”

Corner of Lossing and Boundary, Colonial Beach

Very Rev. Francis M. de Rosa Rev. Jerry Wooton

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

Bible Studies: Church School - 9 a.m.

Wednesdays - Noon & 6 p.m.

Intercessory Prayer: Tuesdays 5 p.m.

15681 Owens Dr. in Dahlgren, VA Church Phone: (540) 663-2831

Sunday Masses: Sat. 5:00 p.m.

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

Adoration precedes each morning Mass Confession: Sat. following 8:00 a.m. Mass & at 4:30 p.m.

Sundays @ 8:30 a.m.

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

saintselizabethandanthony.org

• 804-224-7221

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

(Psalm 34:3)

Sunday School: 9:45 a.m.

Worship Service: 11 a.m.

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

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

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St. Mary’s Community Lunch program to continue The St. Mary’s Community Lunch Disco Fever Fundraiser held on April 23, 2016 was a huge success. Attendees danced the afternoon away to groovy tunes, ate scrumptious food, and sipped delicious libations all in support of the Free Community Lunch program. So many people volunteered time, ideas, money, etc. in order to assist St. Mary’s in our mission to bring community members together to break bread, communicate, and care for one another, that it is with a full heart and full coffers that we are able to continue the Free Community Lunch.

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Drifters shock Trojans, end six-year jinx Leonard Banks

Sports editor The 2016 season for the Drifters (2-2, 7-8) softball team had it’s share of ups and downs; however, the black and gold defeated Essex and West Point last week to move into 3rd place in the 1A Conference 43 standings. More importantly, the victory over the visiting Trojans, last Tuesday has instilled a newfound confidence in the Drifters.

“I’ve been coaching softball since 2010, and we’ve never beaten Essex,” Drifter head coach Scott Foster said. “We did it by hitting ball with solid shots, by most of all they played hard.”

The Drifters fought off the pitching of Arleigh Wood, and 16 hits courtesy of aggressive Trojan bats.

Defensively, the Drifters never waivered or lost their poise. “We made catches when we were supposed too, and even when we missed, we got to the ball,” Foster said.

At the top of the 2nd inning, it was apparent that the Trojans were prepared for the long haul, as they took a 3-0 lead, courtesy of RBI hits from Liz Wilmore, Rose Rector, and Emily Thomas.

In the ensuing bottom of the 2nd, Sidney Scherer (grounder) and Courtney Setliff (double) respond-

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Drifter pitcher Manana Morton overcame Trojan hitting for seven innings, yielding 16 hits, and 8 runs, but in the bottom of the 7th inning, Kenzie Cox’s RBI single brought in the winning run. ed with run scoring RBIs that gave the Drifters a 4-3 lead. However, in the following top of 3rd, with the bases loaded, the Trojans tied the game (4-4) on a Elizabeth Hipple sacrifice fly. To the dismay of the Trojans, the Drifters ended the inning on a double play (outfield fly, and home plate throw out).

In the bottom of the 4th inning, the Drifters exploded for 4 runs, taking a 8-4 lead. However, over the next three innings, the Trojans rallied from a three-run deficit to tie the game in the top of the 7th (8-8).

However, not to be outdone the

bottom of the 7th , with runners on 2nd and 3rd base, and no outs, Kenzie Cox sliced a hit into center field that scored Haley Phillips to win the game.

“Today is the first time we played as a team, and did the right stuff to win,” Foster said. “When you do that, good stuff happens.”

Amber Jones finished the game with a 2-4 plate performance, a triple, and three runs. Setliff added three RBIs, after finishing the day with a 2-4-plate appearance. Manana Morton also had a 2-4 day at the plate that included a triple and two RBIs.

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Washington & Lee High School Athletic Director Malcolm Lewis plans to hire a new varsity head football coach for the Eagles within the next week. The new hire will replace Todd Jones, who is leaving W&L after only two years to become the athletic director at Essex High School in Tappahannock.

"We've got a big folder of resumes," said Lewis. "We invited six of those down for interviews. We called three back for second interviews. We had hoped to be finished by now, but now I think we are still a week away from making a selection."

Jones' resignation was first reported in The Journal three weeks ago. Jones' W&L teams had a record of 15-9 with two playoff appearances. He was hired to rebuild the W&L football program so his departure has been a disappointment to W&L. But it was plain

during his tenure in Montross that his heart was still drawn to Essex, where he coached for 14 years.

"He goes to church in Essex," said Lewis. "He gets his hair cut in Essex. His babysitting is there and a lot of his life is there. I don't think that anybody would disagree that it became apparent that his stay at W&L was temporary."

"We were lucky to have him here for a couple of years," Lewis said.

"But now we have to move forward.

We have actually gotten a surprising number of resumes. The important thing is to find someone one who understands us geographically and demographically."

Lewis said he hoped W&L would hire a young coach willing to settle in the area and build the Eagles program.

During his previous stint at Essex, Jones, 43, built the Tappahannock program into a regional powerhouse with a record of 70 wins and 17 losses including a 2009 state

championship. Jones’ state championship team in Essex went 14 and 0 and defeated Radford 30 to 0 to win the state title. He was voted Virginia High School Coach of the Year in 2009.

Jones was less successful in his next coaching post in his hometown of Pulaski and had only moderate success at W&L, posting a 1-2 record in the playoffs. Jones is a former Emory and Henry linebacker. His teams are known for their quick strike spread offenses.

His coaching tenure at Washington & Lee was hampered by the transfer of star running back D.J. Weldon to James Monroe and a changing cast of assistant coaches.

Jones declined to comment on his planned departure for Essex.

His wife, Meredith, a math teacher at W&L, will be joining him at Essex.

Jones and his wife have two daughters, Payton, 11, and Kylie, 10.

Foxes shut out Cavaliers, fall to Cougars Staff reports On Wednesday, the Foxes girls’ tennis team (6-5) handed Caroline a 9-0 loss; however, two day later, during a conference senior day match featuring Courtland, they were narrowly defeated 5-4. On Wednesday, the Foxes will travel to play James Monroe.

Caroline versus King George singles results: Andrea Wine (KG) defeated Sarah Beale (CA) 8-3; Chelsea Hogan (KG) defeated Gabby Perez (CA) 8-6; Emily Martin (KG) defeated Jasmine Chapman (CA) 8-1; Caroline Amos

(KG) defeated NyAsia Brown (CA) 8-1; Virginia Hawkins (KG) defeated Isabella Perez (CA) 8-2; Rebecca Anderson (KG) defeated Grace Chewing (CA) 8-2.

Caroline versus King George doubles results: Wine/Amos (KG) defeated Beale/ Perez (CA) 8-3; Hankins/Anderson (KG) defeated Chapman/Brown (CA) 8-1; Clara Brabo/Kyleigh Jenkins (KG) defeated Perez/Chewing (CA) 8-4.

Courtland versus King George singles results: Ellie Smith (C) defeated Andrea Wine (KG) 10-6; Chelsea Hogan

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Courtland versus King George doubles results: Wine/Amos (KG) defeated Smith/ Michaud (C) 8-5; Hogan/Martin (KG) defeated Smith/Harker (C) 8-6; Holley/Niedzwiecki (C) defeated Hankins/Rebecca Anderson (KG) 8-5.

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Memories of the 120th Boston Marathon linger Leonard Banks Sports editor After competing in the Boston Marathon for 4 years, life still hasn’t lost its zest for King George resident, Michele Tritt. On Wednesday, Tritt and three members of the King George community took part in the 120th running of the Boston Marathon.

“Personally I had a 2nd knee surgery this year that delayed my training into January,” Tritt said. “I was nervous going in because it was my least mileage training cycle yet, but once I was there I felt strong and ready- surely a reflection of the love and support of my family, friends, Team Hoyt and the city of Boston.

I'm not sure I will ever "conquer the course" but I did feel the love that radiates from this race, and love can conquer all!”

In a field of 30,000 runners, all four members of the King George contingent finished the 26.2 mile race with significant times. Haley Armentrout finished with a time of 3:37.47, while Alice Pallotti, completed the race in 4:41:05. Although Tritt did not surpass last year’s time of 3:24.31, she did accomplish a time of 3:36:04.

Nick Husson, the 36 year-old male member of the group, finished with a time of 3:00:17.

Tritt, a member of the marathon training team, “Team Hoyt”, whose theme this year is inclusion, raised $3,175 for the Hoyt organization.

“I am in awe of the talent, humility and team,” Tritt said. “Rick and Dick Hoyt, Bryon Lyons and Kathy Sullivan lead this team by example and strength. Many local sponsors such as King George Welding, Dan's Soil and Septic, Bike Doctor in Waldorf Maryland, and of course several King George residents also helped.”

Whether the runners finished 1st or simply completed the race, everyone felt a since of gratification, and freedom, knowing that the bombing of 2013 did not deter their destiny.

“Ever since 2013 security has tightened,” Tritt said. “Increased checkpoints and barriers make it a little more frustrating to get around on race morning, but unfortunately it is necessary. Seeing the helicopters patrol the course all day is very reassuring and I felt extremely safe on the trek from Hopkinton to Boylston.”

Team Hoyt (Dick & Rick) is a father and son team from Holland Massachusetts who have competed together in a variety of marathon/ triathlon endeavors since 1977. Although Rick has cerebral palsy, it has never hindered the team from competition. Now that Dick has retired from competition, he has been replaced by Hoyt Team runner, Bryan Lyons.

Rick and Dick ran 32 Boston Marathons. Bryan and Rick have now completed 2 Boston marathons together (since Dick's retirement from running). Dick served as the grand marshall for this year’s Boston Mara-

thon.

Team Hoyt held several events for the runners. Initially a "story telling" time for each member to hear how another member chose Team Hoyt.

This part was both humbling and inspirational as I learned that many qualified and charity runners share a passion for helping make sports events everywhere more inclusive for all athletes.

There was also a pasta dinner for all of the runners prior to the marathon and during that time our coaches: Uta Pipping (3 x Boston Winner) as well as Dick, Rick and Kathy lead inspirational speeches and recognized fundraising totals. “Some of the charity runners brought in over $9,000 each,” Tritt said. “Charity runners were required to raise $6500, because I was a qualified runner, my total was allowed to be less. I was both humbled and awe inspired at the dedication of many of these athletes as they held fundraisers as they trained.”

Now that race is over, Tritt will forever remember the sound of America commemorating the nation’s freedom through a simple gesture of embarking on a trip through the streets of Boston.

“The cheers of the crowds are exhilarating at the end of the race and seeing the finish-line is a bittersweet combination of not wanting to let go Photo courtesy of Team Hoyt of the training that got you there....

Michelle Tritt (above), and three residents of King George (Nick Husson, Haley Armentrout, Alice Pallotti) reand the joyful anticipation of crosscently completed the 26.2 mile 120th running of the Boston Marathon. ing it,” Tritt said.

Hutt breaks Tribe 100-meter school sprint record

KG runner and college student pursues running passion in Boston Marathon Carley Armentrout Special to the Journal

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Last week, at the Duke Invitational, King George Alumni, and William & Mary sophomore, Davion Hutt broke 100-meter track record with a time of 10.58 that placed him second overall and breaking the old Tribe record by .06 seconds.

Staff reports Davion Hutt is just the 16th record-holder of the 100-meter dash in 120 years of Tribe track. The 2014 King George graduate, and William & Mary sophomore performed admirably at the Duke Invitational, as he blew past most of the competition with a 10.71 in the preliminary heats, before advancing as the third seed. The prelim was the fourth-fastest 100-meter race ever run by the Tribe. In addition it was the 10th fastest sprint ever, including the old-style 100-yard dash.

Remarkably, less than two hours later, Hutt returned in the finals, and ran 10.58, placing second overall, and

breaking the Tribe record by .06 seconds. The old record, converted to meters was 10.64. Four former Tribe track & field athletes held the record jointly.

Graham brothers place high at Capital Area Conference Championship Fox alumni and Christopher Newport track & field standouts Jonathan and Trey Graham had a banner day at the Capital Area Conference Championship, at Frostburg State University. Jonathan placed first in the pole vault, with a vault of 4.55 meters (14’11”), while brother Trey placed second in the hammer throw, setting a school record of 52.34 meters (171’9”). Both athletes are All-Conference winners.

King George Sheriff’s Office arrests April 24:

Theodore Paul Lomax, 81, King George was charged with shoplifting.

April 25:

Latoya Maria Hyman, 32, King George was charged with contempt of court and price alternating merchandise.

April 26:

Laura Veronica Vasquez, 19, Woodbridge was charged with distribution of marijuana and unlawful

possession of alcoholic beverage.

April 27:

Jeffery Duane Hoskins, 36, King George was charged with contempt of court.

Samantha Maye Morgan, 27, of King George was charged with possession of controlled substance and possession of controlled paraphernalia.

Randy Cortez Pryor, 55, King George was charged with assault and battery.

April 28:

Luis Danielle Montiel, Jr., 25, Alexandria was charged with contempt of court.

Jon Jacob Werczynski, 19, Glen Allen was charged with driving under the influence, possession of marijuana and reckless driving.

April 29:

Curtis Wright, 58, of King George was charged with failure to appear to answer interrogatories.

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Local runner, Haley Armentrout, accomplishes a lifelong goal by competing in the Boston Marathon Monday, April 18, 2016.

The greatest feat for many runners in America is to get the chance to run the Boston Marathon, the oldest and one of the most prestigious races in the country. When Armentrout was asked why she wanted to run the marathon, she laughed and simply replied, “Because it’s the Boston Marathon.”

Armentrout, a King George resident, had grown up running through various programs since she was a little girl. In elementary school, she was a member of the running club and was coached by Michele Tritt—who was also a participant in this year’s marathon.

After discovering her love for running, she began to run local 5ks and fun runs within the Fredericksburg area fueling the passion she now has for running long distances.

Throughout middle school and high school, she joined the cross country team and track teams.

“I became more interested in running as I got older because of how competitive teams were,” said Armentrout. “Not only was there competition from all over the state, but within the team itself. We always pushed each other to do our best.”

She continued to say her teammates were a big motivator in high school always pushing her to do her best, and so were her coaches. “We improved together,” she said.

Her middle school track coach and high school cross country coach, Cathy Binder, noticed her passion for running and continued to support her throughout running and her personal life. “Coach Binder fueled my love for cross country running,” she said. “She was very involved with us at practice and our personal lives. I think it greatly contributed to our success.”

Another supportive figure in Armentrout’s life was her high school winter and spring track coach, Rudy Pekarek. Pekarek, a former marathon runner himself, was Armentrout’s biggest motivator for running as well as her biggest critic.

“With one sharp comment he could make you focus on the race at hand in a way that pushed us to do our best,” said Armentrout. “Coach Pekarek is still a big part of my running endeavors.”

Pekarek said that he didn’t motivate Armentrout to run marathons, but he helped her find her passion to continue running. “I always told Haley that running is something you could do for the rest of your

life, no matter how old you are,” said Pekarek.

Since high school, Armentrout has continued to run. She has participated in the Hokie Half marathon in Blacksburg, Virginia three times, and running a marathon had been on her bucket list. After running a half marathon the first time, she decided it was time to take the next step.

Keeping in touch with Pekarek, she informed him that she was ready to compete in a marathon. “He was very excited when I first told him that I was interested in running my first marathon,” said Armentrout.

“The stories of his experiences inspired me to want to run the Boston Marathon.”

Before running in Boston, she had to run a qualifying time first before making it to the great race.

Pekarek gave her training advice prior to help her achieve her goals.

In order to do that, Armentrout decided to run the Anthem Richmond Marathon in November 2014.

When deciding to run Richmond, she made sure that it would meet the expectations she had for her first course: moderately challenging and a Boston qualifier. “Coach Pekarek gave me good reviews because it was a fairly flat course,” she said.

“I wanted to run a time that would qualify me if given the opportunity.”

Finishing the Richmond race with a time of 3:29:31, Armentrout made the cut. The qualifying time was 3:35 for women ages 18-34, and in order to run in the Boston Marathon, runners must submit their times. The fastest times had priority for registration. Even if a runner made the time, it didn’t necessarily mean a guaranteed spot to compete.

After running in 2014, Armentrout had to wait until September 2015 to receive the news that she would be a participant in the 2016 Boston Marathon. Once she received the news, the countdown began, for her excitement was immeasurable. “I was very, very excited,” she said. “I couldn’t believe it. I was grateful to have the opportunity to run at such a big and historic event.”

Armentrout’s training for the Boston Marathon began in December making it a long winter for her.

The grueling training was a challenge; but she remembered Pekarek, who had ran Boston four times, telling her what a great experience Boston was, and it kept her strong.

“Boston is the most spectator intense race that I have ever run and is literally the marathon of marathons,” said Pekarek. “Everyone knows exactly what it takes to get there and everyone appreciates that you have come to the city and participated in the race.”

Armentrout, who now attends

James Madison University, had to keep up with school and her training schedule. “It was hard to balance between classes and work,” said Armentrout. “My friends were very supportive and knew that this was a goal of mine. They helped keep me accountable.”

Once arriving to Boston, it became surreal for Armentrout. She said she couldn’t’ believe the time had come for her to take part in her first Boston Marathon. Although she had been training, she knew that the marathon would have some challenges—including the infamous “Heartbreak Hill.”

“I couldn’t believe that after wanting to do this for a year and a half that the day was already here,” she said. “My intent in coming up here this weekend was not necessarily to run a fantastic race, but it was to take in the city as a whole.”

The race was comprised of various streets throughout many of Boston’s downtown areas. Armentrout said that after the first half of the marathon she was thinking she had a long way to go including Heartbreak Hill, which is a four and a half mile stretch of continuous hills. Whenever the race became draining, the crowd kept her going.

Like Pekarek had told her prior, the crowd was like none she had experienced before. “The crowd was incredible. There wasn’t a single spot on the course that wasn’t lined with spectators,” she said depicting the spectators who lined the streets of the race. “It was amazing seeing the way that this race brought together the entire community.”

Coming around the bend to the finish, Armentrout felt a huge sense of accomplishment. She made many friends before and during the race, and she said it was nice knowing people who were just as crazy as she waßs. “As I was coming to the finish I couldn’t believe that all of those months of training for all of us—me and all of the other runners around me—finally paid off,” she said. Armentrout completed the course with a time of 3:37:47 and a sense of pride that she wouldn’t get anywhere else.

“The past couple of months I’ve been thinking that I wouldn’t do another marathon after this,” she said. “But there’s no better feeling than crossing the finish line and I definitely would do another one.”

Armentrout said that even though the process is long, it was definitely worth it. “Even if you don’t think that you can do it, you definitely can,” she said. “It’s just committing to a training plan and having people around you who support you. Training is hard at first but it is definitely worth it.”

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Sight Fishing Basics Mark Fike

Over the past year I have had a few people ask about sight fishing and how it is properly done. While I certainly don’t claim to be a professional angler by any means I have had extensive angling experience sight fishing with both bait and lures. My sight fishing experience spanned fishing for redfish, cobia, bass, bream, crappie, snakeheads, and even some trout. One of the places I learned to most about sight fishing was in Arizona while I was stationed there. The local river was slow and low and full of weeds but after some searching I found holes in the weed pockets that I could fish. Often these holes had large bass over six pounds, huge tilapia or hand sized shellcrackers visible. After a lot of trial and error I learned a lot of things.

Given that there are many fish in the shallows right now either spawning, guarding fry or feeding, this is a great time to share some of that knowledge so that readers wanting to try sight fishing can do so in the next few weeks.

The first thing to keep in mind is that a quality pair of polarized sunglasses and a ball cap to shade the top of the glasses is extremely helpful.

Without a way to cut the glare, seeing into the water is going to be very tough. Fish on a sunny day. Overcast days are very tough to get the right contrast to see down into the water.

Outdoor Report Fishing is still very good for most species despite the cool down. Hunting for spring gobbler did slow down this past week. Give us some warm, consistent temps and the toms will be moving around looking for available hens.

Rappahannock River—Ken’s Tackle in Spotsylvania (540-898-1011) reported that fishing herring and American shad is very good but neither can be creeled. Put them back as soon as you catch them. The same goes for rockfish which are hitting very well on cutbait and big bucktails from Hopyard upriver. Crappie are hitting well in the river. Fish tribs where there are deep holes and treetops. Minnows, nightcrawlers or bright grubs are the best bet. White perch are hitting very well around Hopyard. Bloodworms

Next, be stealthy. If in a boat, minimize noise by carpeting the decks.

Don’t knock over objects to cause thumps and crashes that spook the fish. If on the bank, don’t run, jump or stumble. Wear clothing that is not too bright. If on a boat wear drab colors or if your position is high enough to have the sky backdrop you, wear light blue. All of these basic tips help you not spook fish so you can practice seeing them. To sight fish, you have to see the fish for enough time to entice them to hit.

Sight fishing can be done on rivers, lakes, ponds, the bay or even the ocean. The techniques work for all fish with slight adaptations. When sight fishing, don’t get any closer than you need to in order to see the fish and pitch a bait or lure to it. Use enough rod to do the job but don’t over gun the fish. Light line that is thin is best because if you can see the fish that means the water clarity is very good and it can likely see you and anything wrong with your bait or lure. With that in mind, don’t leave extra line hanging off your knot. Fluorocarbon line is not a bad idea for a leader. Make sure your lures are in good shape and clean.

Lures with large eyes are a good idea for sight fishing.

Look for fish in the shallows.

Where you find them will vary depending on the species, whether they are spawning or what they are feeding on. Most of the time the fish will

be near cover such as weeds, treetops or deeper water such as a drop off.

The exception would be fish guarding a nest. Look for nests in shallow water less than five feet deep, usually in coves or on sloping points on lakes or ponds. When approaching a fish, stop just in casting range and determine which way the fish is pointed.

Observe the fish for a minute. What is it doing? Is it guarding territory, cruising for food or just hanging out?

If it is guarding territory your work is not quite as hard. Use a bait that is a threat. For bass, sunfish or crappie, that can be a creature bait such as a plastic lizard or crayfish. Fish love to eat these creatures but they also pose a potential threat to their eggs too.

Make your cast past the nose of the fish, let the bait settle and then begin working the bait back towards the fish but not directly at the fish. The bait needs to be just in front of the fish. Making a cast right on top of the fish will spook it most of the time.

Multiple casts may be necessary to anger the fish into striking but don’t be frantic or pound the water in your attempts. Observe the fish’s behavior.

If it ignores the bait after multiple attempts, switch baits or give the fish some time without any casts. In other words, come back to it later.

Fish that are feeding are going to be either really easy or really tough. If you don’t have the magic bait then tough is the way it will work out. Again, cast ahead of the fish far enough so as not

are the best bet. Catfishing is hit or miss for eating size fish but on the good days or spots it is very good. No word on the large fish.

Potomac River—The bass report from the river tells of angling that dropped back into slightly deeper water. Perhaps the overcast and rain drove them back down. Chatterbaits, weedless plastics and jigs are the way to go.

Bream are hitting in the shallows now and are moving towards the spawn.

Perch are in the main river hitting bloodworms or clam snouts. Watch out for catfish. They are eating anything that they can find.

Ponds—Pond fishing is very good for bass which have just come off the spawn in many areas. Try chatterbaits, plastic worms or large minnows. The crappie bite is still very good. Use minnows or tiny spinnerbaits. The bream bite is very good in small ponds. We

heard that some huge bream were caught on lures. Try a whole worm to entice the larger fish on the beds.

Mott’s Run reported that the crappie fishing is very good with many anglers getting their limits. Red wigglers and minnows are the baits of choice.

The reservoir staff reports that a large number of bass in the 2-3 pound range are being caught. Use nightcrawlers for them. The shellcrackers will hit in deeper water and are much larger.

Lake Anna anglers are catching many species of fish to include catfish under feeding striper which are all over the lake eating shad and herring.

The bass are on the beds guarding fry.

Crappie are in mixed stages of spawn still which is a bit surprising. There are some nice white perch to be had at Lake Anna too. Bass and crappie are in the shallows while the others are deeper.

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to spook it. Work the bait back naturally but don’t stop when the fish approaches. In fact, if necessary, move the bait erratically and slightly faster as if it is trying to get away in a panic.

Many people stop reeling in anticipation of the fish striking. This often brings the fish up short and it looks the offering over suspiciously. Keep things moving. I have sight fished small ponds that were overloaded with small to medium bass. In an attempt to remove some of the fish I used minnows. Once the minnows were dead I did not discard them. I kept them and used them. By hooking the minnows through the nose I jerked them erratically as if they were having death throes. I kept the action going until I got a strike. A minnow can catch a LOT of fish if you use it over and over.

The last tip I would like to share is that sometimes it is hard not to set the hook too soon. When the fish inhales the bait be sure the bait is IN the fish’s mouth before setting the hook. I have missed a number of fish in my excitement to get the fish

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This bass was spotted just in front of a weedline and inhaled the first plastic worm hopped in front of it. hooked.

Sight fishing is a lot of fun. You can learn a lot about fish by watching them as you try to entice them to hit.

Get a good pair of polarized glasses, a hat and give sight fishing a try this spring. Some very large fish can be seen and caught this way.

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INVITATION TO BID Sealed bids are invited for the construction of the Colonial Beach Elementary School in Colonial Beach, Virginia. The project is generally described as: a new 50,000 square foot, singlestory school building.

The Colonial Beach School Board has pre-qualified General Contractors for the project, and bids will only be accepted from the following: 1. Whitaker Construction, Ashland, VA 2. Branch & Associates, Richmond, VA 3. Gulf Seaboard General Contractors, Ashland, VA 4. Howard Shockey & Sons, Winchester, VA 5. Kenbridge Construction, Kenbridge, VA 6. Loughridge & Company, Richmond, VA 7. Oyster Point Construction Company, Newport News, VA 8. Southwood Building Systems, Ashland, VA All bids must be submitted in a sealed envelope or package clearly marked “BID for Colonial Beach Elementary School,” including the due date and time.

All bids shall be received in the School Board Office, on or before 2:00 p.m., May 24, 2016 and delivered to: Colonial Beach School Board Offices 16 N. Irving Avenue Colonial Beach, Virginia 22443 Bids shall be publicly opened and read aloud at the above stated date, time and location. Any bid received after the time designated above will be returned unopened. A nonmandatory Pre-Bid Conference will be held on Tuesday May 10, 2016 at 3:00 p.m. at the Colonial Beach High School. Bidders are encouraged to attend.

A bid bond is required. Procedures for submitting a bid, claiming an error, withdrawal of bids, and other pertinent information are contained in the contract documents.

The procedure for withdrawal of bids shall be in accordance with the Instructions to Bidders and Section 2.2-4330, Code of Virginia. Bidders shall be required to comply with the provisions of Section 2.2-4311, Code of Virginia, in regard to nondiscrimination in employment.

The owner reserves the right to reject any or all bids.

The Invitation for Bids for the above project, including the drawings and the specifications prepared by RRMM Architects and containing the information necessary for bidding, may be obtained online at no charge by visiting the ShareFile website: https://rrmmarchitects.sharefile. com/d-s639d11923f24f52a. Users shall enter their email address, provide a password, and then follow the on-screen instructions.

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TRUSTEE’S SALE OF 4186 Kings Highway King George, VA 22485

In execution of a Deed of Trust in the original principal amount of $255,000.00, dated June 25, 2007, recorded among the land records of the Circuit Court for King George County on June 27, 2007, as Instrument Number 20070627000150270, the undersigned appointed Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at public auction, at the main entrance of the courthouse for the Circuit Court of King George County, 9483 Kings Highway, King George, VA on May 23, 2016 at 12:00 PM, the property described in said deed of trust, located at the above address and briefly described as: PARCEL I: All that certain tract or parcel of land, lying and being in the Rappahannock Magisterial District, King George County, Virginia, containing an area of 2.10 acres, according to a Plat of Survey made by Joseph W. Alfred, Certified Land Surveyor, dated November 12, 1976, which Plat of Survey is reported in Deed Book 130, at Page 522 in the Circuit Court Office, King George County, Virginia. PARCEL II: All that certain tract or parcel of land, lying and being in the Rappahannock Magisterial District, King George County, containing an area of 1.45 acres, according to a Plat of Survey made by Joseph W. Alfred, Certified Land Surveyor, dated November 12, 1976 and spread among the land records of King George County, Virginia, in Deed Book 130, at page 519. Tax ID: 22 44E. TERMS OF SALE: ALL CASH. A bidder’s deposit of $11,000.00 or 10% of the sale price, whichever is lower, will be required in cash, certified or cashier’s check. Settlement within fifteen (15) days of sale, otherwise Trustee may forfeit deposit. Additional terms to be announced at sale. This is a communication from a debt collector. This notice is an attempt to collect on a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

Loan Type: Conv/Conv (Trustee # 567839) Substitute Trustee: ALG Trustee, LLC, C/O Atlantic Law Group, LLC PO Box 2548, Leesburg, VA 20177, (703) 777-7101, website: http:// www.atlanticlawgrp.com FEI # 1074.04216 04/27/2016, 05/04/2016, ,

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING KING GEORGE COUNTY PLANNING COMMISSION The King George County Planning Commission will hold a public hearing beginning at 7:00 p.m., on Tuesday, May 10, 2016, in the Robert H. Combs Board Room of the Revercomb Administration Building, 10459 Courthouse Drive, King George, Virginia 22485.

Fiscal Years 2016/17-2021/22 Capital Improvements Program: The Capital Improvements Program is a five-year program for capital expenditures in King George County. The King George County Planning Commission is responsible for forwarding a recommendation to the King George County Board of Supervisors.

Documents related to the above cases are available for public inspection during the hours of 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday in the Department of Community Development, King George County Revercomb Administration Building, 10459 Courthouse Drive, King George, Virginia. The public is invited to attend the above scheduled hearings and to express their views on the above cases. Those who are unable to attend the public hearings may submit their comments in writing to the Director of Community Development, 10459 Courthouse Drive, Suite 104, King George, Virginia 22485, prior to the scheduled hearings.

By Order of the King George County Planning Commission 4/27, 5/4

We are pledged to the letter and spirit of Virginia’s Policy for achieving equal housing opportunity throughout the Commonwealth. We encourage and support advertising and marketing programs in which there are no barriers to obtaining housing because of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, elderliness, familial status, or handicap. All real estate advertised herein is subject to Virginia’s fair housing law which makes it illegal to advertise “any preference, limitation, or discrimination because of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, elderliness, familial status, or handicap or intention to make any such preference, limitation, or discrimination.” This newspaper will not knowingly accept advertising for real estate that violates the fair housing law. Our readers are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspaper are available on an equal opportunity basis. For more information or to file a housing complaint call the Virginia Fair Housing Office at (804) 367-8530. Toll free call (888) 551-3247. For the hearing impaired call (804) 3679753.

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The Virginia Department of Transportation and the Board of Supervisors of King George County, in accordance with Section 33.2-331 of the Code of Virginia, will conduct a joint public hearing in the Revercomb name) Administration Building Board room, 10459 Courthouse Drive, King George, Virginia at 6:30 p.m. on the 17th of May, 2016.

The purpose of this public hearing is to receive public comment on the proposed Secondary Six-Year Plan for the secondary highway system for Fiscal Years 2017 through 2022 in King George County, and on the Secondary Highway System Construction Budget for Fiscal Year 2017.

Copies of the proposed Plan and Budget may be reviewed at the Northern Neck Residency Office of the Virginia Department of Transportation, located at 734 Barnfield Road, Warsaw, Virginia, or at the King George County Administrator’s office located at 10459 Courthouse Drive, Suite 200, King George, Virginia.

All secondary highway projects in the Secondary Six-Year Plan that are eligible for federal funds will be included in the Statewide Transportation Improvement Program (STIP), which documents how Virginia will obligate federal transportation funds.

Persons requiring special assistance to attend and participate in this hearing should contact the Virginia Department of Transportation at (804) 333-3696.

Persons wishing to speak at this public hearing should attend this meeting or send written comments.

Written comments may be submitted to the County Administrator’s office, or mailed to 10459 Courthouse Drive, Suite 200, King George, VA 22485. All written comments must be received no later than 2:00 p.m., Thursday, May 12, 2016.

By order of the King George County Board of Supervisors 5/4/2016, 5/11/2016

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING KING GEORGE COUNTY PLANNING COMMISSION And KING GEORGE COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS The King George County Planning Commission and the King George County Board of Supervisors will hold a joint public hearing beginning at 7:00 p.m., on Tuesday, May 10, 2016, in the Robert H. Combs Board Room of the Revercomb Administration Building, 10459 Courthouse Drive, King George, Virginia 22485.

Case Number 16-04-Z01: Amend Article 2, District Regulations, Section 2.9.2, Uses Permitted by Right, Retail Commercial District Regulations (C-1), King George County Zoning Ordinance, and 2.12.2, Uses Permitted by Right, Industrial District Regulations (I) to add “Churches and other places of worship” to the list of uses permitted by right. The purpose of the text amendment is to allow “churches and other places of worship” as a use by right within the Retail Commercial (C-1), General Trade (C-2), Industrial Light (I-1) and Industrial (I) Zoning Districts.

Documents related to the above cases are available for public inspection during the hours of 8:30 a.m.

- 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday in the Department of Community Development, King George County Revercomb Administration Building, 10459 Courthouse Drive, King George, Virginia. The public is invited to attend the above scheduled hearings and to express their views on the above cases. Those who are unable to attend the public hearings may submit their comments in writing to the Director of Community Development, 10459 Courthouse Drive, Suite 104, King George, Virginia 22485, prior to the scheduled hearings.

By Order of the: King George County Planning Commission And King George County Board of Supervisors 4/27, 5/4

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING KING GEORGE COUNTY SERVICE AUTHORITY PROPOSED RATES FISCAL YEAR 2016/2017

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Rankin prepares for store’s 50th anniversary Sarah Smarrelli Years of service as a paratrooper with the 187th Airborne during the Korean War helped Jim Rankin build a resilient attuned that has carried him through a successful 50 years in the competitive retail hardware business.

"Serving overseas taught me what life is all about,” says Jim. “I learned to work hard and never give up.” Jim also credits his mother’s loving guidance and direction as a contributing factor in developing his work ethic and determination. He says fondly, “I know it was my mother’s prayers that brought me safely back from war.”

It was also the money he earned while deployed that helped Jim purchase a new car upon return stateside.

This car was then used as collateral on his first house. The house was then refinanced when Jim started Rankin’s True Value Hardware Store, which has served Warranton residents for a half decade.

Jim’s dauntless spirit allowed him to take a risk when the owner of Warranton Village Center asked if he would open a hardware store in 1966. “I had been working at Vint Hill for a few months but was excited about the idea of owning my own business,” says Jim. With 15 years of retail business experience under his belt from working at Trenis Department Store in Catlett, Jim seized the opportunity and has ever looked back. “I was determined to make it work, even if I had to be there all day every day!” he says.

All of Jim’s hard work in the early days paid off, as his business grew from one store to now operating two additional hardware locations - in

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King George and Colonial Beach - as well as two furniture stores, an antiques mall/indoor flea market, and several commercial properties. Along the way, he bought and sold Waterloo Shopping Center, bought and sold a hardware store in Winchester, and had a T.V. repair shop and a sporting goods store. “I’m always open to trying new things.” Jim says.

Always one to share the credit with friends and family, Jim explains, I’ve been blessed with good fortune and the support of my wife and children.”

Shirley, Jim’s wife of 62 years, has put up with long hours, while his two sons and two daughters are all involved in the business. The proud patriarch adds, “Almost my entire family has played a vital role in the business, and I couldn’t have done it without them.”

His son Glenn is general manager of the Warrantor hardware location, with nephew Kent Rankin serving as manager, and son-in-law Mike Kniceley in charge of sporting goods. His other son Alvin is general manager of the King George hardware location.

Jim’s daughter, Beverly, and son-inlaw Loyd Alspaugh manage the Colonial Beach hardware store, along with Rankin’s Appliance and Furniture, and Peddlers Market all located in the Colonial Beach Shopping Center. His daughter Alice Kniceley, along with cousin Ann Jenkins - who this month celebrates 46 years of working with Jim - help keep things running smoothly in Rankins Furniture. In addition, Sandra Jeffries and Barbara Edwards are just like family after working with Jim for so many years - Sandra for 37 years and Barbara for 24. tencing that Johnson has prior drug convictions from Stafford County and also is scheduled back in court in King George on June 16 to face trial on cocaine distribution charges and again on June 30 for trial on charges of distributing drugs within 100 feet of a school.

Johnson has a co-defendant in connection with the charges he faces in June. Keith Adrian Smith. Jr. of King George entered guilty pleas in November and was sentenced to 10 years, all

To stay competitive in the retail business, Jim explains that they strive to keep up with the changing needs of customers. “My sons attend retail trade shows to learn the latest trends in hardware, so we can offer the best items for our customers,” he says. However, providing old-fashioned customer service is the true secret of Jim’s success. Customers come to us because we provide personalized and knowledgeable assistance to help them find the products they’re searching for,” says Jim. Despite nearing retirement, Jim is never one to rest on his laurels, so he’s been busy working with Glenn and other employees on the renovations currently taking place at the Warrantor hardware store. In what Jim calls “a complete overhaul”of the facility, they are installing new flooring and shelves, as well as bring in new stock.

Jim can also be found most days at Rankin’s Waterloo Shopping Center, where he keeps busy answering phone calls and assisting customers. “I love what I I do, so I plan to keep working as long as I can, he says.

The three Rankin True Value stores will celebrate their anniversaries Friday and Saturday at the stores.

Chuck Nicely, a True Value retial consultant, said “The Rankin family represents the best ot True Value.

Their total committment to providing their communities with superior service and a relevant, superior sopping experience is the secret to their halfcentury of success. In this fast-pased, impersonal world we are living in, it’s great to see the American Dream and Family businesse are still valued by customers. suspended, for two counts of distributing PCP. Clark said it was Smith's first offense.

"The court sentenced Smith to 10 years with all time suspended as to each " Clark said.

"If he completes the Drug Diversion Program, he will receive no additional time. If he fails the Diversion Program, he will automatically receive a 10 year active sentence."

Clark said the court gave Smith cred-

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Nicely congratulates Rankin on 50 years as a True Value store with a commemorative plaque.

it for taking responsibility in pleading guilty, and taking responsibility during his pre-sentence investigation. If successful, he gets a new start. If not, Clark said, Smith will get hard prison time.

"As I said in Court, Mr. Johnson and Mr. Smith were not similarly situated," Clark said.

"Mr. Johnson was already a convicted drug dealer. This was Mr. Smith’s first offense. Mr. Smith took responsibility. Mr. Johnson did not."

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