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Volume 40, Number 32
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Wednesday, August 10, 2016 50 Cents
Residents, police turn out for Night Out
Annual celebration of community, against crime draws crowds Richard Leggitt
Law enforcement joined with citizens from the area last week to celebrate National Night Out in Westmoreland County and Colonial Beach as part of an effort to promote police and community relationships that have been strained recently in some parts of the country. The two separate events were very successful, as families and children joined officers from the Westmoreland County, Colonial Beach and the Virginia State Police to renew, build and strengthen ties at that are essential to the community. "The outpouring of support we have seen since Dallas and Baton Rouge has been great," said Colonial
Beach Police Chief Danny Plott as he and his officers, along with members of the Colonial Beach Rescue Squad talked with interested citizens at the Colonial Beach Town Hall. "Colonial Beach has been doing this for years," said Westmoreland County Sheriff C.O. Balderson. "This is our first year. Having so many people come out is heartfelt and greatly appreciated.” "National Night Out is a great occasion to express the importance of law enforcement and community partnerships," said Balderson. “I want to thank those who attended as well as all of the agencies represented at this event. The fellowship and comradery shared throughout the evening is a true testament to the importance of law enforcement and communities working together." In addition to the Westmoreland sheriff 's officers and the Virginia
Photo by Richard Leggitt
Christian Guzmann, right, of Tappahannock prepares to knock a police officer into the water tank at the Dunk the Detective" booth at the Westmoreland Night Out. At left, organizing the participants is Westmoreland Deputy Joey Gordon.
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Beach planners wrestle with mural rules Richard Leggitt
Photo by Richard Leggitt
Colonial Beach Planning Commission members, Robert Busick, left, and Diana Clopton discussed with their colleagues last week whether or not the Beach should implement a ordinance regulating the murals that are appearing around the town.
At its regular August meeting last week, the Colonial Beach planning commission wrestled with whether or not the town needs an ordinance regulating the murals that have begun appearing around Colonial Beach this summer. Some members of the commission are concerned that the half dozen murals that have appeared on the sides of buildings and businesses this year have the potential to damage the community's welcoming image. "It’s too much, it's distracting," said Diana Clopton, a commission member who is a landscape designer. "Can there be too many murals?," asked commission member Robert Busick. "Regulation and order are not necessarily bad." Bowing to the obvious concerns of some of the members, the commission decided to obtain more research before making a recommendation on the matter to the Colonial Beach Town Council. "The August meeting was just an initial converSee Murals, page 2
Crepe Myrtles panned Planning commission rejects trusty landscape standby Richard Leggitt
Pity the poor crepe myrtle. When Robert Busick, a member of the Colonial Beach Planning Commission, proposed adding the colorful crepe myrtle last week to the list of native species on the beach town's approved shrubs and trees for landscaping, he ran into a buzz saw. "Crepe myrtles are so passé now," declared fellow commission member Diana Clopton. "The crepe myrtle is not a native species," Clopton told the commission as it worked on recommendations to amendments to a landscaping ordinance for the Colonial Beach Town Council.
"There are four or five other things that are 10 times prettier and have beautiful blooms," said Clopton, a landscaping designer, as the commission conducted its August meeting Thursday. Clopton's resolute comments on the crepe myrtle will be sadly received by the hundreds of Colonial Beach residents who have flowering crepe myrtles growing in their yards or on their property. Crepe myrtles have been a constant for landscapers and gardeners in the Northern Neck for more than 200 years. Crepe myrtles, which feature brilliant clusters of orange, red or purple blooms each summer and fall, have been a staple of southern living since the late 1700s. Originally from China and Japan, the crepe myrtle was
Ensuring kids’ bright beginnings Richard Leggitt
The King George Family YMCA, along with sponsors and volunteers, helped 100 at-risk children get ready for school days last week by providing backpacks full of school supplies and a shopping trip to the Walmart in Dahlgren. "This was the fourth year of YMCA Bright Beginnings," said Elizabeth Taylor, executive director of the King George Y. "This is a wonderful program with so much community support from businesses, private donors and volunteers. It was like Christmas but better." Joining the YMCA in helping prepare children for success at school were over 200 volunteers from the community including the King George Sheriff 's Office and the King George school system, along with members of the King George Foxes varsity football team. Sponsors for the event, which included the Walmart management and staff, the Birchwood Power Plant, Moore Dentistry, NSWC Federal Credit Union, Rotary Club of King George and Subway. The excited schoolchildren participants were provided backpacks full of school supplies. "More than 100 backpacks were donated," said Taylor. "Local businesses donated over half of the backpacks and the
Photo by Richard Leggitt
Members of the King George High School Foxes varsity football team were among the volunteers helping needy children at the YMCA’s Bright Beginnings event last week. More than 100 children received backpacks of school supplies and $100 in clothing for school this year as a result of the program. rest were donated by King George County citizens." "King George County is a county that cares and puts their caring into action!," Taylor said. "The Y was able to distribute any extra backpacks to children on the waiting list for the program." "Every year we try to do some kind of community service project," said King George High School foot-
ball coach Jeff Smith, as he watched his players in their blue and gold football jerseys interact with the young Bright Beginnings participants. "This was a great event for us and for all of the children." In addition to the backpacks of school supplies, the children selected to participate in the Y program See Bright, page 2
Photo by Terry Cosgrove
The rain blew through and a large crowd showed up at Montross’ August First Friday last week. Visitors and residents sat on hay bales to enjoy music, art and wine on a pleasant summer evening.
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State Police, talking with those who attended the Westmoreland County event at Stan's Skateland in Montross were officers from the Virginia Conservation Police, the Virginia Marine Police, the Virginia Parks Police and the Westmoreland Volunteer Department. There was plenty of free food and drinks at both locations as well as law enforcement and rescue vehicles. Westmoreland County had a "Dunk the Detective" booth with a long line of youngsters lining up to participate. The Colonial Beach Rescue Squad demonstrated a CPR machine, which was especially intriguing to seniors. At both locations there were games and activities for children and helpful brochures and safety information for parents. There were boats, motorcycles and various law enforcement vehicles, and Westmoreland County displayed the large black MRAP that it uses for special emergency situations. "Any time you can have the citizens and the police get together in any kind of social situation that is a plus," said Plott. "We wanted Colonial Beach to know we are here to serve." "A lot of the time when we interact with the public, it is in times of stress," said Westmoreland sheriff 's Sgt. Greg Keyser. "This way they can come out and see what we do and how we do it. "It is a good time to interact with everybody and answer questions," said Westmoreland Senior Detective William Lenko. "Today has been absolutely great, no question about it."
Murals: Rules pondered From page 1
sation and we have asked the planning department to provide more insight on it," said Robin Schick, the commission's chairwoman. "The commission will discuss it
Photos by Richard Leggitt
Above, Pat Fitzgerald, center, the Colonial Beach Rescue Squad’s assistant chief, demonstrated a CPR machine to Doris Via, left, and Ethel Jenkins at the Colonial Beach Night Out at the Beach’s town hall last week. At left, Bill and Carolyn Wilkins of Colonial Beach visited with Colonial Beach Patrolman Andrew Myers, right, at Colonial Beach’s Night Out. Police Chief Danny Plott said he welcomed the opportunity for his officers to interact with the community at the event last week.
further at the next meeting with another level of research into the matter," Schick said. "I hope the art community and public comes to weigh in on the subject." An internationally known artist, who helped revitalize Montross with colorful, detailed acrylic murals depicting the town's history, is painting murals in Colonial Beach as a part of the Beach's current revitalization ef-
fort. Melanie Stimmell Van Latum of Los Angeles has painted four murals in Colonial Beach and is planning a fifth mural. Van Latum, who has painted a total of 11 murals in Montross over the past two years, has painted colorful, historical murals on the sides of the Colonial Beach Town Hall, the Coldwell Banker Elite building, Colonial Beach Real Estate and the
Renaissance Condominiums. In addition she is scheduled to paint a fifth mural on the new beach public restroom building. In addition, other artists have painted two murals on the sides of Pearson's seafood on Colonial Avenue, a shark lifting weights has been painted on the side of the River Gym on Washington Avenue and two large beach-style murals have been
painted on the fence of the St. John's Condominiums, also on Washington Avenue. Across Virginia, there are only three jurisdictions that have ordinances regulating murals. One of those is Montross. The Montross regulation defines a mural, as opposed to a sign, sets regulations for businesses or property owners seeking to place a mural on their prop-
erty and requires that all murals be approved by a review committee. Several of the commission members last week appeared to believe that guidelines for citizens and business seeking to place murals on their property would be more appropriate than ordinance language. "I am concerned we are creating a monster here," said commission member Pamela Toler.
Bright: Kids get a little help
shop for school clothes. Many of the children brought shopping lists. With their shopping buddies, the children excitedly selected $100 worth fall and winter clothing including coats and shoes. "This program not only provides these children with two new outfits, shoes and supplies but something
more: time with a caring adult," said Taylor. "An adult who takes the time to listen, talk and let them know they are valued. That is something that a child will never grow out of or ever forget. You can never underestimate the power of the human spirit when it reaches out and gives with only a caring heart," Taylor said.
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were paired with volunteers, including sheriff 's officers and King George football players, and received escorted trips around Walmart to
Photo courtesy of Stratford Hall
Stratford Hall held its largest Grandparent and Grandchild Camp last week. A wide range of activities including a flashlight tour of the Great House at night and colonial activities including brick making, basket weaving, butter making, and militia drilling, as well as fossil hunting on the beach are part of the three day camp experience.
Crepe: Popular plant panned From page 1
introduced in the United States in Charleston, S.C., in 1786. Whatever the case, unless the Colonial Beach Town Council sees it differently, the crepe myrtle will no longer be an approved landscaping
tree or shrub at the beach. The planning commission voted unanimously to recommend to the council an amendment to include 25 trees and shrubs on the town's landscaping list -- but not the colorful crepe myrtle.
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Arts on the Vine promises to be a perfect pairing
Last Call for Registration and Sign Up for PLAY IT SMART, KGP&R’s before and after school program. at all the elementary schools in KG. Program House: 6:30 - 8:30 AM 3:30 - 6:00 PM $55.00 AM & PM CARE $30.00 BEFORE CARE ONLY $45.00 AFTER CARE ONLY Great program that includes home work time, crafts games, guests and more.
On Saturday, August 13, 2016, from 11 a.m.- 4p.m., celebrate a delightful summer afternoon of art and wine along the Chesapeake Bay Wine Trail! The event is a joint collaboration between the Chesapeake Bay Wine Trail and the Northern Neck Artisan Trail with the goal of bringing together the region’s finest wines and arts. All the wineries will feature a guest artisan or work and possibly a demonstration of their art. Be sure to visit the Chesapeake Bay Wine Trail website (www. chesapeakebaywinetrail.com/ events/arts-on-the-vine-2016/) for updates and or more information on the wine & artisan trail participants, or visit the Artisans Center of Virginia’s blog: opendourtour.org.
Sign up for: PAINT NIGHT - BY AUG. 9TH. We will meet on Aug. 12 @ Pancho Villa in Dahlgren. Proceeds to benefit KGP&R programs. $35 fee to be paid in advance. Dinner & drinks are on your own at the restaurant. w w w. k i n g g e o r g e . r e c d e s k . c o m < ht t p : / / w w w. k i n g g e o r g e . recdesk.com> KG P&R Road Trips -Vermont & New Hampshire 5 days - 4 nights. Sept. 12 -16, 2016 $884 per person double occupancy Add $129 for single occupancy Package Includes: - 4 Nights lodging - 4 Breakfasts - Luncheon at the Trapp Family Lodge - 3 Dinners, including dinner aboard the Winnipesaukee Scenic Railroad - Evening of entertainment, plus “On the Golden Pond” - Ben & Jerry’s Ice Cream Factory Tour - And MUCH MORE! -Across Tennessee & Ashville, NC 8 days - 7 nights November 7 -14, 2016. $1,124 per person double occupancy. Add $339 for single occupancy. Package Includes: - 7 Nights lodging, including Pigeon Forge, Memphis, Nashville & Asheville - 6 Dinners, including: Hatfield and McCoys Dinner Feud - Smith Family Dinner Theatre - King’s Palace - Nashville Nightlife Dinner Theatre - Blue Ridge Mountain Opry Dinner Show - And MUCH MORE! Day Trips to local sites are also on the calendar. Please Register at: King George Parks and Recreation 8076 Kings Highway, (P.O. Box 71) King George, VA 22485 or online: www.kinggeorge. recdesk.com. Call: 540-775-4386.
Looking for help to start your own business? Thinking about starting a small business? Have you already started and realize you may have missed a few things? Then this UMW SBDC workshop is for you. We take a 360° view of your business concept and discuss the steps to a successful start - including registrations, regulations, and the components of sound business planning and financial projections. Topics include: Small Business Myths, Self- Assessment, Funding and Sources of Capital, Business Idea Analysis, Forms of Organizations, Operations and the Business Plan. Follow-up appointments are available with our business counselor to focus on your business needs. Workshop will be held on August 16, from 6-8 p.m. at the Enterprise Center, 482 Main Street, Warsaw. Registration/Material fee is $30. Registration deadline August 12. For additional information or to register contact Bonnie Haywood at the UMWSBDC at 804-333-0286 or bhaywood@umw.edu
Thursday, Aug. 11
American Legion Post 89 and Unit 89 will meet at 6 p.m. at the Legion Bldg. on Dahlgren Rd. Discussion of 2017 programs is on the agenda.
Friday, Aug. 12
All You Can Eat Taco Dinner, hosted by CB-VFD Ladies Auxiliary. 5-8 p.m. Come out and support these volunteers at the firehouse.
Saturday, Aug. 13
NN Master Gardeners to present Free seminar on Raised Beds & Square Foot Gardening system. 9:30 a.m.-Noon at the Lancaster Community Library, 16 Town Centre Drive, Kilmarnock, VA. For more information, call your local office of Virginia Cooperative Extension or go to www.nnmg.org.
Wednesday, Aug. 20
The Colonial Beach Historical Society will hold it’s regular meeting at 6 p.m. in The Museum located on the corner of Washington and Hawthorne Streets. In addition to discussing general administrative items a final decision is hoped to be reached regarding the manner in which the Museum’s windows will be upgraded and the time frame. Anyone interested in CB History is welcome to attend.
Saturday, Aug. 27
Master Gardeners’ Rain Barrel Workshop at Menokin, four miles north of Warsaw. Cost is $50 for each completed barrell. Pay on site. Register at 804-580-5694.
Belle Isle State Park. $3 parking fee. Candidates Wittman & Rowe will speak to attendees. Picnic begins at noon.
Saturday, Sept. 10
Music by Moonlight Concert, to help the Salvation Army Women’s Auxiliary celebrate 30 years of community service. 7-10 p.m. Hurkamp Park, F’brg. F’brg Big Band to perform. 540-371-4886. Donations accepted.
Saturday, Sept. 17
KG Garden Club Annual Fall Plant Sale. KG Farmer’s Market, KGES 8 a.m.-Noon. Rappahannock Riverfest event. 4-8 p.m. at Farley Vale Farm, Route 3 KG. All you can eat crab feast, bbq, open bars etc. $100 pp advance tickets, $125 after Sept. 1. Nick Cadwallender, Friends of the Rappahannock (540) 373-3448 nick.cadwallender@riverfriends. org or Robin Huddle, Riverfest Volunteer Committee Chair rhuddle@vapartnersbank.com
Save the dates for the 2016 King George Fall Festival
antioch Baptist Church will celebrate Homecoming & Rally Day on Sunday, Aug. 23. Noon worship followed by dinner. 3 p.m. service in celebration of the day. zion baptist church invites you to their Annual Summer Revival, Aug. 14-19. The Revival celebration will begin on Sunday with their 8 a.m. worship, Mid-Morning worship at 11 a.m.. followed by dinner. At 3 p.m. the celebration will begin with Apostle John H. Bibbens, Pastor, as the Revivalist for the week. Each weeknight Praise and Preaching will begin at 7:30 p.m. with some of the areas greatest Psalmist and Choral ministries. For more information call (804) 529-6033 or visit their website: www.zionlottsburg.org | find them on face-book. Ebenezer Baptist church Join the church in celebrating their 147th Anniversary/Homecoming on Sunday, Aug. 14 at 11 a.m. followed by dinner. The Rev. Calvin Matthews, Isle of Patmos Baptist Church, Washington, DC will be the guest speaker at 3 p.m. Revival Services will be Tues. Aug. 16-18 starting at 8 p.m. with a different guest speaker each night. Salem Baptist Church in Jersey VA will start its Annual Homecoming & Revival Services on Sunday, Aug. 14, at 3 p.m. The Pastor, Rev. Leonard Bland will preach at the 11:30 a.m. service. Dinner will be served following the morning service. The guest speaker for the 3p.m. service will be Rev. Larry Owens of the Canaan Baptist Church, Washington, D. C. He will be accompanied by his choir and congregation. Rev. Owens will be the speaker on
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Tuesday, Sept. 6
Annual NN NARFE chapter 1823 Picnic. Humphrey’s Shelter in
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Monday – Tuesday, August 15-16, 2016 at 7 p.m. nightly. The guest speaker for Wednesday – Friday, August 17 – 19, 2016 at 7p.m. nightly, will be Rev. Earnest Woodson of the Mount Zion Baptist Church, Spotsylvania, VA. Area singing groups will present the music each night. All are welcome to fellowship with us during our Revival services. trinity episcopal church in F’brg to hold huge indoor/ outdoor Yard & Bake Sale on Sat. Aug. 27 9 a.m.- 2 p.m. Corner of William St. and College Ave. To donate items or for more information please call 540373-2996. Angel visit baptist church will conclude the 150th anniversary activities with a Revival, Aug. 16-18. Services begin at 7:30 p.m. Revivalists include guesta speakers each night. The public is cordially invited to attend Revival as well as the other sesquicentennial activities. A banquet will be held on Saturday, August 13, at 4 p.m. at Essex Intermediate School with the Reverend Dr. Andrew Jackson White as the keynote speaker. On Sunday, August 14, at 11:00 a.m., the anniversary service will take place with the Reverend Dr. Carla E. Lightfoot, pastor, delivering the preached word. For further information or to purchase banquet tickets please call Angel Visit at 804-443-5977 and leave a message. Colonial Beach United Methodist Church invites you to a Spaghetti Dinner on August 20, from 4-7 p.m. Proceeds from this dinner will benefit the Colonial Beach Education Fdn. Eat in or Carry out. #1 – Washington Avenue. (804) 224-7030.
RCC comes to KGHS to offer academic help Rappahannock Community College will be at KGHS during August to hold information sessions for the college bound Thursday, August 11, 5-7 p.m., Representatives of Rappahannock Community College will offer advising and registration help at KGHS’s “Back to School” night. RCC Information Sessions: (at KGHS) Wednesday, August 17, 5 p.m. and 6 p.m. Monday, August 22, 5 p.m. and 6 p.m. Wednesday, August 24, 5 p.m. and 6 p.m.
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 Fr. Joseph Kenna
"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
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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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Little Ark Baptist Church
7748 Leedstown Rd., Oak Grove, VA 22443 (804) 224-0418 • ourlittlezion.org
We invite you to gather together with us! Sunday School - 9 a.m. Sunday Worship 8 a.m. & 10:15 a.m. Bible Study - Wednesday 7 p.m. Pastor Earl T. Howerton Jr.
Sunday Services Service Early Worship - 8 a.m. Wednesday Evenings Sunday School - 9:45 a.m. 7 p.m. Morning Worship - 11 a.m. Evening Worship - 6 p.m.
Corner of Millbank & St. Anthony’s Rd., King George
Seeking to know the grace of God and to make it known to others.
Very Rev. Francis M. de Rosa Fr. Joseph Kenna
Sunday Worship Service - 10:30 a.m. Nursery Provided for Worship Service Only
Sat. 7:00 p.m. Vigil Sunday Masses: Sun. 8:15 a.m. 10:30 a.m 12:45 p.m. Tridentine Mass
Sunday School 9:15 a.m.
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13114 Kildee Farm Road King George, VA 22485 (off 301 and Blue Jay Meadow Drive) Ph. (540) 775-9990 • email: info@gracekg.com
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Peace Lutheran church
Daily Mass: Mon. Thur. Fri. & Sat. 9:00 a.m. Tues. 7:00 a.m. Wed. 7:00 p.m. Adoration before each morning Mass
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.
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SUNDAY SERVICES Nursery • 8 a.m.-1 p.m. Contemporary Service • 8:30 a.m. Sunday School • 9:45 a.m. Traditional Worship • 11 a.m. Sacrament of Holy Communion celebrated Every Sunday
TheWed. MISSION of Peace Lutheran Church 7:30 p.m. Sat. after is9:00 to serve God by sharing lovethe lodge if you have a.m. Mass & at 6:30 p.m. Christ’s Call questions in order to make a difference in people’s lives. 804-224-0364. Sun. 1/2 hour before each Mass
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Nursery • 8 a.m.-1 p.m. Office: 11 Irving Ave., (A professionally staffed nursery is available) Colonial Beach, Va. 22443• 8:30 a.m. Contemporary Worship Service saintselizabethandanthony.org Sunday School • 9:45 a.m. 5590 Kings Hwy • KG, VA Traditional Worship Service • 11 a.m. • 804-224-7221 (540) 775-9131 night at Sacrament of Holy Communion • Every Sunday at Bingo both services
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American Legion Post 89 on Dahlgren Road in KG, has 5590 Kings Hwy. • King George, VA 22485 MOVED to a bigger location. 540-775-9131 • www.peacelutherankgva.org The new location is at the old carpet store/Circle Market at 5769 James Madison Pkwy. Paper sales begin at 5:30 p.m. and Bingo begins at 7.
House cleaning? Downsizing? or just re-organizing? Have unwanted items?
Donate, don’t just toss. Someone may need what you don’t want.
Refreshments are available for purchase. All are invited to come out and play. Call 540-709-1023 for more information.
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Lawn mower has a hard life, but thrives on it There is terrorism, political upheaval, global warming, and a couple of hundred other things to worry about. Not to mention the stress and confusion of the David S. Kerr election. So, that’s why I am going to write about a piece of lawn care equipment. That’s right. I said lawn care equipment. Yes, and not something high tech. Not an airborne drone that cuts tree limbs or organic lawn food and environmentally friendly pesticide. No, my subject is a lawnmower.
For the record, I have a proper tractor. It does the heavier jobs around the place. It costs about as much as a small car and I take good care of it. It works well and it’s kept inside. But, not so my lawnmower. Most of the time the tractor handles the grass and the lawnmower is just for trim. Of course, there is a lot to trim around this place. Sadly, and I do feel guilty about this, when I’m done with the mower I usually just leave it. That violates every maintenance protocol I ever learned. The Navy, and I am thinking of one particular Chief I knew, would have a cow. But, this is a lawnmower, and it’s not like any other piece of equipment. Not to be unkind, but it’s the low end of the scale. It even sags a little in the middle be-
Letters to the editor Benghazi, 2nd Amendment reasons not to vote for Clinton President Obama and Hillary Clinton are guilty of first degree murder because four years ago, Ambassador Stevens called for help, but President Obama would not send any help. Hillary Clinton was Secretary of State and she would not send any help either when the Marines were in harm’s way. That is why Ambassador Stevens and his three workers were killed. When it come to ISIS, when President Obama took office he pulled all of our troops out of Iraq, that left the door open for ISIS to get big and grow. We cannot have Hillary Clinton in the white House. She would take away the Second Amendment. Alton T. Taylor Jr., King George
Police news King George sheriff's arrests
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July 28 Eric Lawrence Stott, 51, of Fredericksburg was charged with failure to appear. Maria Denise Lee, 36, of Richmond was charged with failure to appear. Jonathan Antonio Johnson, Sr., 29, of Fredericksburg was charged with revocation of suspended sentence and probation. July 29 Theresa Fontella Washington, 49, of Colonial Beach was charged with obtaining money by false pretenses, altered-forged vehicle registration or title and making false affidavit to obtain DMV documents. July 30 Vincent Daniel Eells, 24, of King George was charged with refusal of tests or procedures, driving under the influence and obstructing justice. July 31 Dennis Francis Cronin III, 35, of King George was charged with grand larceny and possession of acontrolled substance. Dustin Anthony Alvord, 33, of Ruther Glen was charged with concealment or altering price of merchandise. Michael Thomas Outlaw, 19, of Montross was charged with petit larceny and obtaining money by false pretenses.
Thanks to the Elks for Sea Scout donation Recently the Elks Lodge 2666 of the Northern Neck hosted a picnic and donated $500 to Sea Scout Ship 258 of Colonial Beach. We are very appreciative of their generous donation. Their contribution will go a long way to supporting the activities of the Sea Scouts. The funds will help pay for their experiences at summer camps and on field trips, and they will also help pay for the maintenance of the sailboats the Scouts use for training. Over the years, the Elks Lodge has invested in many programs that provide resources for our youth. We appreciate their long standing efforts in our community. The Sea Scout program is part of the Boy Scouts of America and includes girls and boys from age of 14 to 21 who are inter-
Aug. 1 Raymond Michael Zeigler, 35, of King George was charged with failure to possess driver's license or learner’s temporary permit and driving under the influence. William Robert Rankin, 54, of King George was charged with driving under the influence. Aug. 2 Damien Daniel Henry, 36, of Montross was charged with revocation of suspended sentence and probation. Tyler Michael Fidler, 21, of King George was charged with revocation of suspended sentence and probation, failure to appear on misdemeanor charge and violation of court order. Aug. 4 Jerry Tyree Wright, 32, of Hague was charged with failure to appear on misdemeanor charge. Rachael Clare Newlin, 19, of Nokesville was charged with driving without a license, sale or distribution of marijuana and two counts of contributing to the delinquency of a minor. Westmoreland sheriff's arrests
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July 23 Sonia Beatriz Lopez, 26, of Colonial Beach was charged with assault. Charles Brandon Wooten-Sneed, 24, incarcerated at Northern Neck Regional Jail, was charged with felony drug possession.
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cause the frame is so weak. Clearly, there is nothing special about. Save for one thing, like my last lawnmower, it too can take anything and keep on working. This winter, and this is hardly something to brag about, I noted a small lump in the snow near our back porch. So, that’s where I left the lawnmower back in October. When the snow finally melted enough to move it, I put it in a tool shed and figured I had pressed the limited on abusing this poor piece of basic lawn technology. No doubt I would be buying a new one in the spring. That however didn’t happen. It started on the second pull and immediately I had to throttle it down. I was pleased, but also felt a little
guilty. I had treated it horribly and it still was there ready to do the job when needed. Yes, it’s just a lawnmower, but I am convinced that we humans, like it or not, give every piece of equipment a personality. And this machine has acquired that of a long suffering friend who deserves to be treated better. My Great Uncle was a retired aviation machinist. He took his equipment seriously. Everything he owned, his tractor, the attachments, and of course, even his lawnmower, had a maintenance schedule. He knew the make, model and year of everything and kept a small inventory of spare parts. He was an amazing man. But, I think the thought of leaving of leaving a lawnmower in the snow would have sent him into
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The facility’s tremendously large banquet room for everyone had numerous round tables and a bandstand for music which was enjoyed during the meal. The meal included not just fresh, professionally cooked crabs, whitefish and fresh corn on the cob, but also five more picnictype dishes and numerous desserts. The crabs were served continually to each table until the end, and then sold crabs per dozen real reasonable. The candidate Matt Rowe from Bowling Green, who is the contender for the 1st District U.S. House position, visited at each table and gave a short talk and answered questions. The feast was more a social than a moneymaker. Everyone had their fill of great food choices. Howard Yarus, King George
Democrats’ crab feast was a delicious event, with some politics The second annual “Expanded” Crab Feast sponsored by the KG Democratic Committee was enjoyed by approximately 65 people on July 30. It was held in the Masonic Lodge on U.S. 301.
Kristen Elizabeth Griffin-Cox, 26, incarcerated at Northern Neck Regional Jail, was charged with child neglect and possession of a controlled substance. Carnell Newman, 54, incarcerated at Northern Neck Regional Jail, was charged with two counts of sexually abusing a child and felony indecent liberties. July 24 Lewis Wellford Thompson, Jr., 23, of Hague was charged with larceny, second offense. Jesus Range. Garcia, 29, of Colonial Beach was charged with assault on a family member. July 26 Kalyan Clark, 28, of Colonial Beach was charged with failure to appear. Jason Phillip Delizio, 30, of Montross was charged with assault on a family member, felony strangulation and abduction by force. July 27 Leon Reginald Parker, 28, of Montross was charged with violation of probation. July 28 Monica Oceanna Dowell, 37, of Kinsale was charged with felony strangulation, causing injury to another and assault and battery.
tion of probation. Dimtri Alexander Lee, 23, of Montross was charged with assault and brandishing a firearm.
convulsions. Right at this moment, if you asked me, I couldn’t tell you the make and model. I bought it two years ago to replace another abused lawnmower that by the way lasted over 20 years. Oh yes, I can tell you it’s green. That much I know. But, abused or not, this little lawn mower, like its predecessor, is a tough little thing. My property has its share of rocks. I try to pick them up, but I am convinced that when I do, more come to the surface. Which is probably true. And my lawnmower manages to ding or hit many of them. Often, the poor thing, comes to a dead stop. Several times I thought I had broken the crank shaft. But, a pull on the cord, a cough or two
from this poor suffering servant, and it comes back to life. And yes, I know it blade should be shot, but it’s not. It cuts grass as easily as the first day I got it. With all that in mind, I am beginning to wonder, if like my tractor, I shouldn’t start taking better care of the lawnmower. Certainly it deserves it. However, I also wonder, since I have given it a personality, if the shock of being cleaned after every use, stored inside during bad weather, would be too much for it. And that all at once, unable to adapt to its new circumstances, it would stop working. I guess I had better play it safe and keep on abusing it. It seems to thrive on a hard life.
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July 31 Aaron Cornelius Hudnall, 22, of Colonial Beach was charged with violation of protective order. Aug. 1 Samuel Steele Stallard, 44, Castleton was charged with assault and battery. Aug. 3 Roger Henry Wright, 30, of New York, N.Y., was charged with public intoxication. Aug. 4 Thomas William Trigger, 61, of Coles Point was charged with public intoxication. Aug. 5 Jerry Glen Sims, 58, of Hague was charged with trespassing. Robert William Johnson, 21, of Montross was charged with assault, damaging property and assault on a law enforcement officer. Richard Leggitt
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Obituaries Robert “Bobby” Nelson Washington
Prominent retired builder Robert “Bobby” Nelson Washington of King George passed away just two days before his 81st birthday on Thursday, Aug. 4, 2016. He was the son of Mildred Berry Washington and William Henry Washington. He was married to Ellen Pratt Clare Washington for 59 years and was the father of Dixie Lee Washington. His passing took everyone by surprise as he died from heart failure on his way to the hospital Wednesday night. While he was born and raised in King George, he attended Patterson School in NC, Blue Ridge School in VA and graduated from King George High School. After graduation, Robert enlisted in the Marine Corps and serve his beloved Corps in Okinawa for the next three years. In 1957, he was one of the first technicians for the new computer systems at Dahlgren Naval Base. Later, he continued to serve his community as a police officer in Alexandria. However, he wanted to come back to King George where he became a prolific builder. Robert built the original Lewis Egerton Smoot Memorial Library in 1968 at the request of Mrs. Smoot who donated funds for the construction project. He also built the Macedonia Baptist Church, built a major addition/renovation of the St. Paul’s
Episcopal Church, and he built the Remax office building at 8115 Kings Highway. Additionally, Robert was the developer of Eden Estates subdivision and the Caywoods subdivision. During his career, he built over 200 homes plus multiple churches, libraries and commercial buildings in the King George area. Robert is survived by his wife, Ellen Washington; daughter Dixie Lee Washington (Gary Lee Tolley); three nephews, William H. Washington IV, Colonel Thomas Washington and Charles Thacker Washington; plus many cousins and adopted daughter Gitie Renn (Jason Renn). Visitation took place at Storke Funeral Home, Nash and Slaw Chapel in King George on Monday, Aug. 8, 2016, 9–11 a.m., followed by a graveside service at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church in King George, officiated by Pastor Dennis Newton. Contributions in Robert’s memory can be made to the Marine Corps Heritage Foundation, 3800 Fettler Park Dr., Suite 104, Dumfries Va. 22025 (www.marineheritage.org). Condolences may be left at storkefuneralhome.com.
Baby Harper Brooke King
Baby, Harper Brooke King of Colonial Beach passed away August 3 2016. Harper was the joy in so many people’s lives. Always a happy and energetic baby, she will be missed beyond explanation. Harper is survived by her parents
Rebecca J. Krenek and Anthony D. King, grandparents James and Kellie Krenek and John and Janine King, many aunts, uncles and cousins, and four sets of doting great-grandparents. A celebration of life service was held at Storke funeral Home, Nash and Slaw Chapel in King George on Tuesday, August 9 2016. In lieu of flowers, sympathy donations may be sent in honor of Harper to Storke Funeral Home, 11089 James Madison Parkway, King George Va. 22485. Condolences may be left online at storkefuneralhome.com..
Maggie B. King
Maggie B. King, 78, of King George County died Wednesday, Aug. 3, 2016. She is survived by her husband, Robert C. King; daughters, Theresa White, Esther Harrison Brown, Martha Ann McDowney, Willamae Harrison, Oleasa Daniel, Sandra King, Cathy Coleman and Jennifer L. Shelton, all of King George; three sons, William Harrison Jr. and Billy D. King of King George; and Matthew Perguad of Charlotte, N.C.; a sister, Ernestine Johnson of King George; two brothers, Linwood Harvey of Maryland and Benjamin Harvey of Florida; 30 grandchildren and 27 great-grandchildren. The funeral will be at 1 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 10 at Antioch Baptist Church, King George.
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Edna Mae Thompson
Edna Mae Thompson, 68, of Montross passed away Thursday, July 28, 2016. A funeral was held Saturday, August 6 at Siloam Baptist Church, Montross. Interment was in the church cemetery. Arrangements are being handled by Weldon–Fisher Funeral Home, Warsaw.
Shirley Ann Kedzierski
Shirley Ann Kedzierski, 63, of King George County passed away at Heritage Hall on Friday, July 29, 2016. She is survived by three sons, Zachary, Johnny and Donny; three sisters, Melvina Fields, Dorothy Trumpower and Evelyn Coulter; seven grandchildren; and one great-grandchild. She was preceded in death by a son, Christian, and daughter Deanna. A graveside service was held Wednesday, Aug. 3, at Dumfries Cemetery. Online condolences may be made at mullinsthompsonfredericksburg. com.
Phillis Lucas–Jones
Phillis Lucas–Jones, 63, of Colonial Beach passed away Tuesday, Aug. 2, 2016, at Mary Washington Hospital. A service was held Tuesday, Aug. 9, at Little Zion Baptist Church, Oak Grove. Interment was in Grants Hill Church cemetery. Weldon–Fisher Funeral Home, Warsaw, is handling
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Patricia Stone Shepherd
Patricia Stone Shepherd, 86, passed away on Aug. 4, 2016, in Greeneville, Tenn., after a lengthy illness. Prior to her illness, she was a long-time resident of Kilmarnock, Va. She was born in Fredericksburg on July 18, 1930, to J. Bernard Stone Jr. and Violet Carter Stone. She was raised in the city and graduated from James Monroe High School in 1947. She was preceded in death by her parents and her husband of 61 years, Col. Wilbur C. Shepherd. She was a devoted mother and dedicated Army wife. She is survived by her two sons, Wilbur F. Shepherd (Lynda) of Rocky Mount, N.C. and David A. Shepherd of Woodbridge; her three daughters, Jerri L. Shepherd of Centreville, Karen S. Miller (Mark) of Charlotte, N.C, and Amy S. Hutcherson (Courtney) of Greeneville, Tenn.; eight grandchildren: Phillip, Stephen, Rachel and Mark Shepherd and Sarah Newell and, Matthew, Kaitlyn, and Zachary Hutcherson. She is also survived by three great-grandchildren, William, Joshua and Matthew Shepherd. Additionally, she is survived by two brothers and a sister, James B. Stone III (Peg) of Kilmarnock, Robert L. Stone (Bobbie) of Arlington and Nancy S. Rosenberg of Coles Point. A funeral will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, Aug. 12 at Mullins and Thomp-
son Funeral Service in Fredericksburg. The family will receive friends at the funeral home immediately preceding the service from 10:30 to 11 a.m. Following the service, family and friends will gather at the Hospitality House in Fredericksburg for a time of remembrance. Memorial donations may be made to the Animal Welfare League of the Northern Neck, 75 N. Main St., Kilmarnock, VA 22482.
Philip Edward Goodwin Jr.
Philip Edward Goodwin Jr., 59, of Colonial Beach passed away on Wednesday, Aug. 3, 2016. He was preceded in death by his father, Philip E. Goodwin Sr., and his mother, Pearl Harrison Goodwin. He is survived by his wife, Linda A. Goodwin; four stepchildren; 11 stepgrandchildren; and a brother, Michael Goodwin. Philip was a longtime employee of Goodyear and a retired Goodyear Service Manager. The funeral took place Aug. 6, at Grace United Methodist Church, with Pastor Jesse Blythe officiating. Interment followed in St. Peter’s cemetery in Oak Grove. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Grace United Methodist Church, 1655 Claymont Road, Colonial Beach, VA 22443, in the name of Philip Edward Goodwin. Condolences may be left for the family at storkefuneralhome.com.
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Outdoor report Mark and Missy Fike
The heat is still taking a bite out of angling, but the fishing is still good. Rappahannock River Ken’s Tackle in Spotsylvania reported that anglers are doing well for catfish using eels at night. Some eating-size catfish are hitting cutbait early and late in the shallow water. Float fishermen are taking some decent smallmouth around town with minnows. White perch are still hitting in the river near Fredericksburg on worms. Potomac River Ken’s reported some good snakehead fishing on Z-Mann frogs. The bass were also hitting topwater. There was also a report of a shark near Colonial Beach, but keep in mind that porpoises also have a dorsal fin and it could have been that. Striper are
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seemed to interested in minnows. Saltwater The cobia bite in the lower bay is closed but it went out with a bang. Sight casters did well. The spadefish bite was good too around the CBBT. Use clams. Bluefish are starting to show up around Point Lookout. Spanish are also showing up there. We have good reports of Spanish near the CBBT and Virginia Beach. Puppy drum were also showing up heavily near Smith Point but none legal size. Good fighting ability to enjoy though! Calendar Virginia Outdoor Sportsman Show in Richmond at the Raceway is Aug. 12-14. NWTF Rappahannock Spurs Chapter Banquet is Aug. 20 in Fredericksburg. Mark your calendars!
hitting topwater upriver from the 301 bridge and downriver as well. Fish early and late. Aqua Land also reported good keeper striper action downriver and around the bridge. The croaker bite was quite good, according to them, on Friday evening in 20 feet of water. A few small perch and a few catfish were also in the mix. Inland Motts Run reported good fishing for panfish such as shellcrackers from the piers on worms. Some bass in the 1-3 pound range were hitting plastic worms. The water temperature was a hot 96 degrees! Hopefully the storms cooled it down some. Hunting Run Reservoir was giving up bass to dedicated plastic worm anglers fishing near the dam. The shellcrackers and bluegill were hitting well on garden worms. Nothing
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Above, Gus, of King George, was busying winding in some catfish near Wilmont on Monday morning. He had a good time fighting nearly 18 fish to the boat in a few hours of time. At left, Matt and Gus hold up their stringers of catfish. Why is it that the younger guys, first time anglers even, always outfish the anglers with more experience? Below, anglers are reporting some Spanish mackerel at Point Lookout.
Hunters go high-tech with new online license site Mark Fike
Starting now, hunters, anglers and trappers will be using the new system VDGIF instituted for license purchasing called GO OUTDOORS Virginia. The system is created and run by Brandt Information Services and is billed as a one-stop shop for all outdoor licensing and permit needs. The hope is that customer service will improve and the process will be more streamlined. VDGIF also hopes to increase license sales as a result. Boat registration can also be taken care of on the system. I had to purchase my hunting li-
censes, so to the Internet I went to give the system a try. The first thing I had to do was create an account. The account will allow users to log in and get whatever they need. The system also keeps records of past purchases. The setup took me a few minutes and then I had to scroll through and check which licenses I wanted. Keep in mind that like last year, bear tags are a separate purchase! Although I have not made up my mind what I think of the new system vs. the system we used last year, I did like the ability to purchase a “hard copy” of my licenses. For $5 more, your licenses can be printed on a credit
card-like stock of plastic and are waterproof. Big game tags are NOT available on this. In another change for hunters, we will no longer get an HIP number for all migratory bird hunting, but we are required to have a HIP permit. The HIP permit can be obtained free of charge online at the GO OUTDOORS Virginia site as well. Also, hunters and anglers that are inclined to save an electronic copy of their license on their smartphone can display that for conservation officers if they prefer. The one exception is big game tags, which must be printed and notched upon taking a
bear, turkey or deer. Last, users can elect to auto-renew licenses if they want. Visit gooutdoorsvirgina.com. In other VDGIF news, there were no notable changes to seasons that I am aware of. However, quota hunt deadlines are fast approaching and some hunts fill fast. If you enjoy hunting, need a place to hunt or want to take part in a managed hunt, see their online site now to get your name in the hat. You go to the same site where you get your license listed above to apply for hunts. NWTF Banquet The Rappahannock Spurs chapter of NWTF located in Fredericksburg,
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A grueling day on the trail with 50k, half marathon Erica Terrini The 8th annual 50K race and first 3H Half Marathon drew more than 100 participants to the Dahlgren Railroad Heritage Trail in King George County on Saturday. Runners of the 50K race, about 85 in total, began the 31-mile trek at 6:30 a.m. at the Bloomsbury Road trailhead, crossing Lambs Creek Church Road, Comorn Road, Indiantown Road, Panorama Drive and Owens Drive before reaching the turnaround point located near the Dahlgren WalMart off U.S. 301 to return to the Bloomsbury Road location. Half-marathon runners, about 50, began at 8 a.m., following the same route but turning around before reaching Indiantown Road. Both races were organized by volunteers from The Friends of the Dahlgren Railroad Heritage Trail, “an organization of trail supporters who want to see the DRHT protected for future generations,” according to the nonprofit group’s website, www. friendsdrht.org. “The race is the only ultramarathon in King George County and the hottest 50K in the state of Virginia,” according to Neil Richard, a volunteer with The Friends of the DRHT. “We also posted the fastest 50k on dirt in 2014 when world-class runner Mike Wardian set a course record of 3:10:26.” This year Wardian, 42, of Arlington, returned to finish the course in 3 hours, 17 minutes and 43 seconds. Wardian’s average time per mile was 6 minutes and 22 seconds. The second place runner for men overall was Michael Runyon, 20, of Annandale, with a finishing time of 3 hours, 44 minutes and 54 seconds. The third place runner was Alexander Hetherington, 49, of Vienna, with a finishing time of 3 hours, 50 minutes and 52 seconds. Catherine Sykes, 34, of Midlothian, placed first for women overall with a finishing time of 4 hours flat and 45 seconds, with an average time of 7
minutes and 45 seconds per mile. Grayson Vincent, 30, of Washington D.C., placed second for women overall with a finishing time of 4 hours, 28 minutes and 15 seconds. Anna Reed, 31, of Washington D.C., placed third with a time of 5 hours, 15 minutes and 43 seconds. The top three female runners of the half marathon included first place participant Sara Snyder, 19, of New Bern, North Carolina, who finished the 13.1-mile course in 2 hours and 8 seconds, with an average time of 9 minutes and 10 seconds per mile. Ashley Maus, 32, of Falls Church, placed second for women overall with a finishing time of 2 hours and 21 seconds. Hazel Horvath, 17, of Washington D.C., placed third with a finishing time of 2 hours and 46 seconds. The first place runner for men overall in the half marathon was Patrick Early, 37, of Dumfries, with a finishing time of 1 hour, 30 minutes and 5 seconds. Early’s average time per mile was 6 minutes and 52 seconds.
Nate Meiners, 22, of Silver Spring, placed second for men overall with a finishing time of 1 hour, 35 minutes and 50 seconds. Jason Lufkin, 34, of Washington D.C., placed third with a finishing time of 1 hour, 36 minutes and 44 seconds. “The DRHT course is a mostly gravel trail that was once home to the Dahlgren railroad line that connected Fredericksburg to the Dahlgren Naval Base,” according to Richard. “When it was built in the early 1940s, it was primarily used to transport munitions, troops, and supplies to the base. Over time car travel became easier and the work at Dahlgren moved away from heavy munitions testing and more into computer work. The rail line was retired from use in the late 1950s and was eventually purchased by an individual.” The Friends of DRHT volunteers maintain the trail and currently are working to make the DHRT part of the Virginia State Park system. “Ideally this means linking the trail to the existing Caledon State
Photos by Erica Terrini
Above, Catherine Sykes, 34, of Midlothian, wears bib number 177 as she awaits the beginning of the 50K race on the DRHT. Sykes placed first for women overall with a finishing time of 4 hours and 45 seconds. Brad Hinton, 40, of Berryville, wore bib number 132. Hinton placed fourth overall with a time of 3 hours, 57 minutes and 55 seconds. First place runner Michael Wardian, 42, of Arlington, wears bib number 182. Wardian finished the 31mile course in 3 hours, 17 minutes and 43 seconds. Above left, Sykes runs the 50K race on the DRHT. Alexander Hetherington, 49, of Vienna runs alongside Sykes. Hetherington placed third for men overall with a finishing time of 3 hours, 50 minutes and 52 seconds. Park and doubling the park’s existing trail system,” Richard stated. “As we continue to make progress towards this goal, we are continually thankful for the ever increasing number of local residents, businesses, and
government officials that support the trail and the goals of the Friends of DRHT.” View the results for the 50K race at www.racetimingunlimited.org/results/dhrt16rtu.htm.
View the results for the half marathon race at www.racetimingunlimited.org/results/hhh16rtu.htm. View the DHRT race history since 2009 at www.racetimingunlimited.org/results/dhrt14data.htm.
Stafford wins RSL title, local teams place 3rd, 4th Leonard Banks Sports editor The 2016 Rappahannock Swim League National Division summer season will be remembered for dominant teams finishing with consistency, and the newest kid on the block, Caroline (0-6), finishing at the bottom. On Saturday, at the Jeff Rouse Sports Center, in Stafford, seven teams competed for the bragging rights for the 2016 RSL Nationals Division Championship. When the dust or waves settled, Spotswood swam in the winner’s circle with 888 points. The Sea Serpents also won the regular season championship, as they ended the season with an unblemished record of 6-0. As for local King George teams,
Hopyard and Eden Estates (4-3), they placed third and fourth, respectively. While the Hammerheads finished with 689 points, their crosscounty divisional nemesis Eels fished with 618.5 points. After five seasons of struggling with inexperienced talent, the Hammerheads finished second in the season at 5-2. With a growing Hopyard community, and two back-to-back 100plus member teams, Hammerhead head coach Connor Muncie believes the best is yet to come. "I am really happy with how we did at finals this year,” Muncie said. “We finished third overall and scored over 250 more points than last year. The swimmers did a wonderful job stepping up to the challenge of the big meet and performed exceptionally well. I couldn't be more proud of this team for what they have accomplished this
season. The future is so bright for this team and I am really excited to see this progress continue for many years to come." As for the Eels, they are a ticking bomb ready to explode with an armada of talent, and a seasoned coaching staff. Triple winners for the Eels and Hammerheads included: Elizabeth Wardman, Eels; Mason Parker, Hammerheads; Jessica Miller, Hammerheads. The Hammerheads also featured double winners in the form of Aimee Dunhan, Caleb Pole, Ryan Kuberek, Bryce Kuberek. In addition, the Hammerhead posted 14 first place solo winners, while the Eels recored six. As for the rest of the RSL, finals champions included: Aquia Harbor (Battlefield); Fawn Lake (Patriots); Ferry Farm (American).
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The Hopyard Hammerheads and Eden Estates Eels swim teams punctuated their summer swim season with a strong third and fourth place finish respectively.
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Karate gives local teacher calm at the end of stressful days Leonard Banks Sports editor The inspiration behind two-time Martial Arts Hall of Fame recipient Kevin Kline’s pursuit of training young and older adults in the IsshinRyu style of Karate can be found in the core of his family values. Seventeen years ago, Kline was motivated by his two sons to try something new that would soon become his life’s passion — and his evenings would never be the same. IsshinRyu, meaning one heart method, comes from the birthplace of Karate, Okinawa, Japan. Courtesy of former instructor Bruce Valde, Kline, a sixth-degree black belt discovered something more than just a way to stay physically fit; he found something that would satisfy his spiritual and competitive instincts that would stay with him for the rest of his life. “I love getting on the floor, and sweating if I’ve had a bad day at work,” Kline said. “I work in a stressful work environment that has a lot of tight deadlines. There are days that I don’t feel like getting up — I am stressed and mentally burned
out.” However, whether the old King George Middle School facility is cold or hot with no air conditioning, Kline is the first person there to lead a committed corps of martial arts participants. “When I get there, I force myself to get out on the floor, and work out,” Kline said. “After I get a sweat going, I feel so much better; it’s a great stress reliever.” For Kline, it’s about building strong body, mind, and spirit. The ultimate goal is to become a better person through martial arts. The King George Parks & Recreation-sponsored program has functioned since 1982. Led by Kline and Frank Harvey, the program features year-round 10-week sessions. “It’s not about the color of the belt,” Kline explains. “It’s about gaining knowledge, and progressing in knowledge. We start people with blocks, punches, kicks, and stances.” While the dedication is not for the faint of heart, the benefits of physical conditioning and wealth of selfdefense techniques are priceless. Reflecting on his youth, and his road to rediscovery, Kline has found
a sense of fulfillment through Karate. “When I was younger, I was little hot-headed,” Kline said. “Since I’ve been with the program all these years, I have a much better grasp of what it takes to defend myself. Now I realize that I didn’t know what I thought I knew.” Every Tuesday or Thursday, 35 to 40 people make up the session size. The common goal for each individual is building strength, coordination, and flexibility through kata, practicing karate forms. Now 18 years old, Eric Lamb started out as a shy 10-year old student who would rather run for cover than stand his ground. Nowadays, after over eight years of training, the junior black belt is one of the strongest members in the King George based program. “I started out pretty shy,” Lamb said. “When we started fighting, I remember getting beat up, and crying. Now look at me now. I fight with a lot of confidence, throwing everything I have into what I do.” For more information on IsshinRyu Karate, contact King George Parks & Recreation at 540-775-4386.
Photo by Leonard Banks
Isshin-Ryu Karate has given King George resident and sixth-degree black belt Kevin Kline a new perspective in life.
NHL donates to youth hockey
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They are the champions
The King George based Rising Stars 7 & 8-year-old baseball team won the Northumberland Baseball Tournament by defeating Richmond County 17-4. During a post game photo, the team reflected on their victory. Front row (left to right) Hudson Callahan, Alex Thomas, Kaleb Inzana, Dan Morrison; middle row left to right) Eli Truslow, Joseph Eves, Cooper Sobota, Nick Green, Dawson West, Tanner Cook, Parker Schill; back row (left to right) Jeff Truslow, Eddie Schill, Grant Callahan, Bob Eves.
State soliciting Christmas ornaments Phyllis Cook Localities in the Commonwealth have been invited to participate in decorating the Holiday Tree in the Governor’s Mansion by each submitting one hand-crafted ornament uniquely representing their community. The state’s holiday tree will be on view to the public throughout the winter holiday season and will be seen by thousands of visitors to the executive mansion in Richmond. Localities intending to participate must notify their state association (Virginia Association of Counties or Virginia Municipal League) by the end of August.
Ornaments must be submitted by Nov. 1. State associations were asked to assist with the ornament collection. King George Board of Supervisors Chairman Ruby Brabo made the announcement on Aug. 2 in regard to King George, noting the Aug. 30 deadline for state notification of participation. King George artists/artisans interested in the project may contact her or the county administer through their contact information listed on the King George County website. Artists/artisans in other localities may likewise contact the heads of their local governing bodies or the
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locality’s administrative office. While the theme for the Holiday Tree has been announced as “Home for the Holidays,” the theme of the ornament is up to the locality. Guidelines say the artist/artisan should reside in or near the locality, be an adult, college-aged and above, and purchased ornaments should not be sent. Suggestions include a depiction of a unique feature of the locality or of something specific to it, such as a historic home, noted person, natural feature, or animal or plant from the region. Examples of materials to use could be clay, glass, shells, fabric, wood, found objects, objects from nature and agricultural items.
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After receiving support from NHL franchise Washington Capitals, the Waldorf, Md. based Southern Maryland Little Sabres will now be able to provide equipment every member of their organization. Leonard Banks Sports editor Throughout the country, kids are getting hockey fever. Registration is now open for kids 8 and younger to participate in the National Hockey League’s “Learn to Play Program.” Most notably, the Waldorf-based Southern Maryland program, Little Sabres will be included in the program. Thrilled with the NHL’s recent involvement, Little Sabres secretary and registrar, Cara Fogarty said, “This year the NHL decided that each of their teams had to get involved with youth hockey,” Fogarty said. “The NHL and USA Hockey (governing body of youth hockey) got together to start a program to start the Learn to Play program.” From skates to uniforms, the Little Sabres will receive a bounty of equip-
ment that will also feature the Washington Capitals name logo on it. “In the past, we’ve always provided equipment as a part of the fees,” Fogarty said. “It’s very exciting with the interest we’ve gotten from people, and it’s a way to get kids interested at a very low cost” Fogarty said. With four players from King George, the program has already impacted kids from across the Harry Nice Bridge. Being able to skate is not a requirement. However, other than having a genuine interest in the game of hockey, the only prerequisite is that the player is able to stand up on a pair skates, and willing to skate unassisted a short distance. All applicants must be registered by Aug. 23. The first session begins on Sept. 17. The cost of the program is $60 dollars per six-week session. After 12 weeks in the program, the
player qualifies for placement on the Little Sabre affiliate team, Cross Ice. Cross Ice is made of boys and girls from King George; Prince George’s County, Md.; Arlington; and Alexandria. They compete with six other teams in ice hockey jamborees. In addition, the Sabres will now feature a 10 and under (ages 9 and 10) program. Players will be prepared to play on the Sabres recreation team. Full equipment is required, and it is the responsibility of the player. Little Sabre registration is currently open. Interested applicants can access Little Sabre registration forms by going online to www.somdsabres.org or contact the program’s coordinator at littlesabres@somdsabres.org. “The whole point of the program is to have fun,” Fogarty said. “It could be a hard sport, because there are so many different things to learn.”
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