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How fast is Prince William growing? Depends whom you ask

By Daniel Berti

Times Staff Writer

University of Virginia researchers project Prince William County’s population will reach a whopping 656,000 by 2040. That’s about 100,000 higher than county planners

currently anticipate, but local officials dispute the university’s methodology used to calculate the projection.

“Historically, UVA demographics group projections have greatly exceeded our COG projections,” Prince William County Demogra-

pher Brian Engelmann said in an email, referring to the Metropolitan Washington Council of Governments or COG. Prince William County’s planning department creates their projections in conjunction with the MWCOG every two to three years.

Planners say the county’s population will reach 569,000 by 2040 -- 87,000 fewer residents than the 656,000 estimate from UVA’s Weldon Cooper Center for Public Service.

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Supervisors name new park for McQuigg Late county clerk delayed same-sex marriage in Va.

By Daniel Berti

Times Staff Writer

On hold until 2020

sense to hold such an important hearing and subsequent vote at this time,” Nohe said in two different emails, one for each project, that share much of the Supervisor Marty Nohe, same wording.

R-Coles “I know how important this case is to the public and wanted to ensure that the citizens had an opportunity to make their views known to the Board, something that the December 10 date may have precluded.”

In a telephone interview Sunday, Nohe said the decision to delay the public hearings and final votes was

Prince William’s outgoing board of county supervisors voted 5-3 last week to name a new park after the late Michele McQuigg, a former supervisor, state Michele delegate and clerk McQuigg of court whose actions effectively delayed the legalization of gay marriage in Virginia.

McQuigg, a Republican, sparked controversy in 2014 when she used her capacity as Prince William County’s circuit court clerk to defend Virginia’s gay marriage ban after Attorney General Mark Herring (D) refused to do so.

McQuigg intervened in a lawsuit challenging the state’s 2006 constitutional amendment banning same-sex marriage by appealing a February 2014 court ruling that struck down the ban as unconstitutional. The U.S. Supreme Court declined to hear McQuigg’s appeal, however, which effectively legalized same-sex marriage in Virginia in October 2014.

McQuigg was then re-elected to her post in 2015 with 51.9 percent of the vote. After about a year into the term, McQuigg died of cancer in February 2017 at age 69.

Supervisor Ruth Anderson, R-Occoquan, proposed naming a new park in her district for McQuigg earlier this year. The idea again sparked controversy among some Prince William residents because of

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An aerial view of the Kline Farm property, located at Prince William Parkway and Liberia Avenue. The new Prince William County Board of Supervisors will decide next year whether to rezone 92 acres of the former farm for 250 new homes.

Votes on major landuse issues will await new county board Staff Reports Prince William supervisors will hand off to the incoming county board two controversial land-use decisions: a special-use permit needed for a significant expansion of a local mosque and a rezoning that could bring as many as 250 homes to the rural Kline property outside the City of Manassas.

Both projects are located in the Coles Magisterial District. Outgoing Supervisor Marty Nohe, R-Coles, announced the news Saturday night in emails to his constituents.

Nohe attributed the decision to

bad timing. Both matters require public hearings, which would have to occur during one of the outgoing board’s last meetings of the year, on either Tuesday, Dec. 3 or Tuesday, Dec. 10.

Nohe said either date, in the middle of the holiday season, would not be optimal for either hearing, as both are expected to attract dozens of interested residents.

Nohe further said he consulted with both leaders of the Dar Al Noor mosque and the developers of the Kline property, who “have agreed to my request that this hearing be deferred until sometime after the new year.”

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On hold until 2020 KLINE, from page 1 technically that of the applicants’: the Muslim Association of Virginia for the mosque expansion and developer Stanley Martin for the Kline rezoning.

But Nohe said he “urged” both to do so because of both the timing and the perception of having an outgoing board make final decisions on controversial land-use cases.

“I said to them, ‘I think it would be wise to push them to the next board,’” Nohe said. “… I didn’t decide to move [the hearings]. I urged the applicants to move them, and they agreed.”

Nohe said he was concerned both about the hearings stretching into the wee hours of the morning and about the perception the board was trying to squeeze in controversial decisions at the last minute.

“It was unseemly,” Nohe said.

“There was a perception that someone was trying to pull a fast one by cramming all these controversial cases on the last meeting of the [current] board. … There’s also an element that five of us aren’t coming back, and maybe we shouldn’t be voting on this.”

Nohe said he does not necessarily agree with that sentiment but rather believes supervisors should fulfill their duties to the end of their terms.

Still, he said he knew opponents of the projects would likely disagree.

Nohe declined to state his position

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Developer Stanley Martin has submitted a layout for 250 homes, including 120 two-over-two condominiums, 74 townhomes and 56 single-family homes, surrounding a 145,000-square-foot commercial center, for 92 acres on what was formerly the Kline farm. The stretch of still-undeveloped land is located along Prince William Parkway near Liberia Avenue. on the Kline rezoning and mosque special-use permit, saying only that he would “leave it to our friends on the incoming board to decide.”

Nohe also noted that the dates of the hearings are now unknown, as they will be scheduled by the incoming board of supervisors.

The recent Nov. 5 election resulted in a sea change in the county’s leadership. The board of supervisors will flip from a 6-to-2 Republican majority to a 5-to-3 Democratic majority. Two current board members declined to seek re-election – Board Chairman Corey Stewart, R-At Large, and Supervisor Maureen Caddigan, R-Potomac.

Nohe and Supervisor Frank Principi, D-Woodbridge, lost their seats in May and June party primaries, respectively. Supervisor Ruth Anderson, R-Occoquan, lost her seat in the Nov. 5 election to Kenny Boddye, a Democrat.

The Kline property development and rezoning is controversial because it would bring as many as 250 residences, including 120 “twoover-two” condominiums, 74 townhouses and 56 single-family homes surrounding a 145,000-square-foot commercial center. The project has been in the works for three years and downsized twice. The Prince William County Planning Commission recommended the project for approval on Wednesday, Nov. 20.

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On Nov. 6, the planning commission also voted to recommend approval of a request from the Muslim Association for Virginia for a special use permit to expand its Dar Al Noor mosque and community center on Hoadly Road in Manassas from 12,000 square feet to 88,276 square feet.

The expansion would add room for a school for students in kindergarten through the eighth grade, a banquet hall, administrative offices and a possible medical clinic.

Rafi Uddin Ahmed, president of the Muslim Association for Virginia, said they would have preferred a public hearing before the end of 2019, but that delaying the hearing isn’t a problem.

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County board approves ‘Landing at Prince William’ Small area plan aims to boost development around commuter lots

By Daniel Berti

Times Staff Writer

The Prince William County Board of Supervisors has approved a new “small area plan” that aims to mix residential and commercial development with public transit in a mostly undeveloped area along the Interstate-95 corridor near the border of Prince William and Fairfax counties.

“The Landing at Prince William” is designed to add between 2,500 and 5,500 new residents and between 5,500 and 11,500 new jobs to the area by 2045. It includes plans for a town center and urban neighborhood around an existing commuter parking lot on Horner Road, now the largest in the county.

The plan also includes proposals for low-intensity, mixed-use neighborhoods, areas zoned for industrial use, a new OmniRide bus transit center and an area reserved for the potential construction of a new public school.

With the added residential and commercial growth, the area will need a new community library, fire station, senior center and police satellite field office to serve the influx of new residents.

The supervisors approved the “Landing at Prince William” plan during their meeting Tuesday, Nov. 19. It’s one of six proposed small area

plans supervisors initiated in 2016 to prepare for future growth in the county, which is expected to add 100,000 residents by 2040.

The other proposed small area plans have been approved or are in the works for North Woodbridge, Dale City, Innovation Park, Route 29 and Independent Hill.

Small area plans are intended to direct growth to key areas of the county, adding residential density that could allow for more efficient mass transit options to help manage the county’s chronic traffic congestion.

Small area plans are unique in that they are exempt from Virginia’s proffer law, meaning the county can bargain with residential and mixed-use developers for monetary proffers that can be used to offset the burden of new residents on public services, such as schools, parks and public safety resources.

David McGettigan, the county’s long range planning manager, said the exception in the proffer law in this case could enable the county “to get monetary proffers to help fund school expansions and school projects.”

The supervisors previously approved a small area plan for North Woodbridge and is scheduled to consider a small area plan for Dale City in December.

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An outline of the area of Woodbridge included in the “Landing at Prince William” small-area plan.

Supervisors OK $19 million in pay raises for county employees

By Daniel Berti

Times Staff Writer

Prince William’s Board of County Supervisors voted 7-1 on Nov. 19 to restructure the county’s employee pay plan, giving a long-awaited pay raise to thousands of county employees at the cost of $19 million.

The changes will not affect police officers, firefighters or employees of the county’s school division.

But employees who work for county administration, libraries, the parks and recreation department and other county agencies will be included in the changes.

The new pay structure will be implemented in two phases -- phase one will adjust existing salaries for 1,832 county employees to bring them to the minimum of the new pay structure beginning Jan. 11, 2020.

Phase two will provide salary compression adjustments for 1,592 employees based on years of service in current positions beginning July 11, 2020.

Only Supervisor Pete Candland, R-Gainesville, voted against the plan, citing fiscal concerns.

“I don’t see a fiscal analysis that tells us how much this will impact the future tax bill,” Candland said.

Candland pressed County Executive Christopher Martino for answers about how the county would pay for the employee pay raises and whether it would increase taxes for county residents.

Martino answered that the implementation of the new plan will not require raising taxes but ceded that the county had not figured out how it would pay for phase two of the plan, which begins in fiscal year 2021 and is estimated to cost $10.8 million.

“We’re in the middle of the sau-

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Supervisor Maureen Caddigan, R-Potomac; Board Chairman Corey Stewart, R-At Large; and Supervisor Marty Nohe, R-Coles. sage factory right now, so to speak,” Martino said.

Frank Principi, D-Woodbridge, also expressed concerns about how the county would pay for phase two of the plan, but ultimately voted in favor.

“We need to move forward, there’s no doubt about it,” Principi said. “But the proposal here on the table is incomplete.”

Principi initiated the pay study in April 2017 by asking for an outside assessment of the county’s current

employee pay classification system, which was last updated in the 1990s.

The county contracted with Gallagher Benefit Services, Inc. to conduct a classification and compensation study.

Board Chairman Corey Stewart, R-At Large, said inaction on the new pay structure would prolong county’s ongoing employee-turnover problem.

The county’s turnover rate was 19% in 2019, and some agencies

with hard-to-fill positions are experiencing turnover rates in excess of 19%, according to county staff.

“This is the smart thing to do in the long term. Yes, there is going to be cost to it but to put our heads in the sand and ignore the problem, that we’re seeing this turnover and employees leaving is not going to go away,” Stewart said. “We need to bite this bullet.”

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How fast is Prince William growing? Supervisors name new park for McQuigg bers of the Prince William County Depends whom you ask MCQUIGG, from page 1 Republican Committee.

PRINCE WILLIAM, from page 1

Weldon Cooper Center researcher Shonel Sen said the university generates population projections for all 133 cities and counties in Virginia using a uniform methodology to allow “apples-to-apples” comparison across localities.

“We acknowledge that local planners and administrators have more hands-on knowledge about their own localities and their scenario projections are just as valid,” Sen said. “Given that projections are inherently uncertain, as the future is largely unknown, numbers for the near future are more reliable.”

In 2017, Prince William challenged the Weldon Cooper Center’s population projections, calling its methodology “problematic” because it was based on population totals for the years 2000, 2010 and 2015.

“Because the county experienced a peak population boom between 2000 and 2010, using this period of time in addition to 2010 to 2015 growth generates a misleading assumption that the county will continue fast-paced growth up to 2040 and beyond,” Engelmann said.

Prince William County experienced an explosion of growth between 2000 and 2010, adding about 120,000 residents. Since then, growth has been slow but steady, adding an estimated 66,000 resi-

dents between 2010 and 2018.

Prince William County is the second-largest county by population in Virginia.

“We believe that population projections that take into account local land use patterns, construction trends, comprehensive plans and build-out analyses are more reliable,” Engelmann added.

Fairfax County, Arlington County and the City of Alexandria also challenged the Weldon Cooper Center’s population projections in 2017.

Qian Cai, director of Weldon Cooper’s Demographics Research Group, in a letter of response to Prince William County’s challenge, said the “true population in 2040 may be somewhere in between,” the two projections.

“As you can appreciate, the accuracy of projections declines quickly as years projected are farther away, similar to a one day vs. a 10 day weather forecast,” Cai wrote.

But after reviewing the challenge submitted by Prince William County, the Weldon Cooper Center said its methodology used to develop the projections was “error-free” and declined to change the 2017 provisional population projections for Prince William County.

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McQuigg’s efforts against legalizing gay marriage in Virginia. Last July, the Prince William County Parks and Recreation Commission declined to recommend McQuigg’s name for the park and restarted the naming process with a new committee.

The new committee also declined to include McQuigg’s name in a new slate of options they circulated for public input earlier this fall. The committee ultimately chose the name “Old Bridge Trail Park,” which won the recommendation of the Prince William County Parks and Recreation Commission in October.

As such, “Old Bridge Trail Park” was the name that advanced to the county board of supervisors for final approval during its meeting on Tuesday, Nov. 19. But Anderson, who lost her seat in the Nov. 5 election to Democrat Kenny Boddye, pushed back on the recommendation and requested that her fellow supervisors – who have the final say on the park’s name -- return to her original idea: that the park be named for McQuigg.

Anderson took issue with the county’s naming process and said the decision to restart it was because “a majority of parks and recreation commission members felt that Michele’s stand for traditional marriage towards the end of her public service was not acceptable.”

Anderson also referenced the results of a Facebook survey by county staff during the naming process in which McQuigg received the most write-in votes. The Facebook survey was promoted and shared by mem-

“Despite the data, the parks’ commission still recommends an alternate name,” Anderson said. “The data speaks for itself.”

Seth Hendler-Voss, director of the county’s Parks, Recreation and Tourism Department, said the Facebook poll was a non-scientific survey, and that many of the write-in votes for McQuigg were duplicate votes, or votes from outside the county.

“It is not a statistically valid survey,” Hendler-Voss said at the meeting.

Supervisor Jeanine Lawson, R-Brentsville, joined Anderson in voting for the park to be named for McQuigg along with three other Republican supervisors who will not return to the board next year: Board Chairman Corey Stewart (At Large), Marty Nohe (Coles) and Maureen Caddigan (Potomac).

Stewart and Caddigan declined to seek re-election. Nohe lost his bid for board chairman in the May Republican primary. The county board will have a 5-to-3 Democratic majority in 2020.

Supervisors Frank Principi, D-Woodbridge, Victor Angry, D-Neabsco, and Pete Candland, R-Gainesville, voted against the measure.

Candland said that while he didn’t agree with the accusations leveled against McQuigg, the issue had become too divisive for county residents.

“There’s too much controversy, there’s too much angst within a significant population of Prince William County, and that’s why ultimately I can’t support it,” Candland said.

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The park named for the late Michele McQuigg, a former supervisor, state delegate and clerk of court who died in 2017, currently isn’t much more than a vacant lot. But Prince William County officials hope to eventually turn it into a trailhead for the long-awaited “Occoquan Greenway Trail.”

The area slated for the new park is a 15.1-acre parcel at 12357 Oakwood Drive in Lake Ridge. The land is located off Old Bridge Road between Oakwood Drive and Forest Hill Drive.

There’s no timeline yet for the development of the park, but it is hoped to eventually be a gateway for a trail that will connect the James J. McCoart Government Complex in Woodbridge with the Town of Occoquan.

The Prince William Conservation Alliance has organized hikes along the largely undeveloped trail in recent years. The first was held in 2007. More recently, in 2017, about 50 people hiked seven miles between Lake Ridge Park and the Town of Occoquan. The hike took three hours, according to a report on the Prince William Conserva-

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The park is slated to be a trailhead for the long-awaited “Occoquan Greenway Trail,” which will connect the James J. McCoart county government complex, Lake Ridge Park and the Town of Occoquan. A group hiked the undeveloped trail in 2017. tion Alliance web page.

The trail will eventually wind from Lake Ridge Park, along the Occoquan Reservoir, through a utility easement, over hilly terrain, along streams and through urban forests tucked in and behind area housing developments to eventually connect the government center to the Town of Occoquan.

Today, about 3 miles of contiguous trail is available for hiking from Lake Ridge Park to Cotton Mill Drive, according to the Prince William Conservation Alliance.

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School division announces 71 ‘Schools of Excellence’ Staff Reports

Prince William County Public Schools recently announced 71 “Schools of Excellence” for the 2019-20 school year, an increase of about 26% over last year when 56 schools earned the distinction.

The award is based on academic performance during the 2018-19 school year. The School of Excellence award is the highest honor bestowed by the school division.

Schools of Excellence must be accredited and should demonstrate improvement in closing achievement gaps. Criteria also include absenteeism, drop-out rate, wellness and overall climate satisfaction for

parents and teachers, according to a school division announcement.

“I am very proud of the progress our schools are making, and I am excited to see the increase in the number of schools earning this designation,” said Superintendent Steve Walts said in a statement. “Congratulations to our students, teachers, staff members, leadership team and community for this improvement.

We remain committed to continuous improvement for all students.”

A school division-wide recognition of Schools of Excellence will take place early in 2020, and individual schools may choose to host local events in celebration of the achievement, the announcement said.

School Board chooses student representatives Staff Reports The Prince William County School Board has selected three high school students to serve as student representatives on the school board for the 2019-20 school year.

Benjamin Kim, a junior at Stonewall Jackson High School, and Tahera Hamidi, a senior from Freedom High School, will serve as student representatives. Eliana Black, a senior at Hylton High School, will be an alternate.

Kim is a member of the Spanish Honor Society and Math Honor Society at Stonewall Jackson High School. He qualified for the Seaperch Robotics Nationals competition and has been involved in track and field, cross country, basketball, lacrosse and swimming, according to a school division announcement.

“My single goal would be to act as a voice for and represent the interests of all PWCS students,” Kim wrote in his application for the position. “The school board is aware of its need for youthful thinking; younger people think differently than board members who have seen it all. I can offer the school board a new perspective.”

Hamidi received a Freedom Eagle science award and an outstanding achievement award from the Freedom High School Choir. She is also a member of the Freedom Marching Band, National Honor Society and International Club, according to the school division announcement.

In her application for the board position, Hamidi wrote: “Throughout my high school career, there are many aspects that would have improved the experience if they were changed, improved, added, or even removed. Having a say in these matters and being able to better them for those who come after me would help me gain the satisfac-

2019-20 Student Senate Spogmai Anwar (Colgan) Himayatullah Azizi (Gar-Field) Jessica Benitez (Woodbridge) Nia Brooks (Brentsville) Teresa De Jesus DomingosKioza (Hylton) Aissata Cisse (Freedom) Rebecca Custer (Battlefield) Sadara Funches (Potomac) Thumay Huynh (Osbourn Park) Benjamin Raidman (Forest Park) Duaa Satti (Patriot) Eric Sledge (Stonewall Jackson High School)

Benjamin Kim

Tahera Hamidi

tion of having the power to do good and actually using it.”

Black earned a Girl Scout USA Medal of Honor and Silver Trefoil Award and was selected to attend the Virginia Summer Residential Governor’s School for Humanities.

She has also been involved in field hockey, swimming and lacrosse.

This is third year the school board includes student representatives.

The school board also amended its policy to add a student Senate this school year, which will be comprised of students from each of the county’s 12 high schools.

The student board representatives solicit the opinions and views of other high school students concerning issues before the school board. The students are non-voting members and serve for one term, which ends with the final school board meeting of the school year.

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2019-20 Schools of Excellence ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS: Alvey Antietam Ashland Bel Air Belmont Bennett Bristow Run Buckland Mills Cedar Point Chris Yung Coles Covington-Harper Dale City Enterprise Featherstone Benita Fitzgerald Glenkirk Gravely

Haymarket Henderson King Kyle Wilson Lake Ridge Leesylvania Loch Lomond Marshall Marumsco Hills Mary Williams McAuliffe Minnieville Montclair Mountain View Mullen The Nokesville School Occoquan Old Bridge

Pattie Penn Pennington Traditional Piney Branch Porter Traditional Potomac View River Oaks Rockledge Rosa Parks Sinclair Swans Creek T. Clay Wood Tyler Vaughan Victory Westridge Yorkshire

MIDDLE SCHOOLS: Benton Gainesville Lake Ridge

Marsteller Reagan Rippon

Saunders Woodbridge

HIGH SCHOOLS: Battlefield Brentsville District Charles J. Colgan Sr.

Forest Park Cecil D. Hylton Osbourn Park Patriot

Potomac Stonewall Jackson Woodbridge

Aquatic center marks 10,000 students served Staff Reports The Prince William County Schools Aquatic Center at Charles J. Colgan Sr. High School marked a milestone in November. The indoor pool reached 10,000 students served in its water safety school program for second-grade students.

Since its opening in the 2016-17 school year, second-graders from around the county have been arriving by the busload to the PWCS Aquatics Center to learn the basics of water safety as well as some swimming instruction.

The aquatics center covers all costs of the program, including transportation, instructors and lifeguards, according to a school division press release.

Free swimming instruction based on the American Red Cross Learn-ToSwim curriculum is included in the program. However, Aquatics Manager A.J. Dunn said he is most proud of how the aquatics center has been able to prevent water tragedies through the water safety component.

“Water safety is all about being safe in and around the water,” Dunn said in the news release. “We teach students basic water safety concepts like ‘reach or throw, don’t go,’ and ‘don’t just pack It, wear your [life] jacket.’ These water safety topics are incorporated into each day of the program to provide constant reinforcement of those concepts.”

The aquatics center is also used by several high school swim teams for regular practices as well as swim meets. The pool is also open to the public. For more information, visit the aquatics center web page on the school division website: www.pwcs. edu/cms.

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Second grade students participate in a water safety class at the Prince William Aquatic Center.

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Letters to the Editor

Giving thanks What are you grateful for? I am grateful for many things even mistakes I have made because I learned from them. I am also grateful for a house to live in and parents to help me. Most importantly I am grateful to God, the one who created this world for everyone to live in.

God made lovely trees and flowers.

He made everything for us to enjoy and benefit from. Sometimes my cousins come to my house, and I have

Thanksgiving dinner with them.

God states in the Holy Qur’an, “O ye who believe! Eat of the good things we have provided for you, and render thanks to God if it is He whom you worship” (2:173). This means to me that we should just think about all of the things God has made for us and be thankful.

VALIYAH IJAZ Age 7 Woodbridge

Gas pipeline must be assessed to the ‘ fullest capacity’ I am writing in response to the article titled “Supervisors call to halt gas pipeline expansion across Fauquier, Prince William,” published in your newspaper Nov. 20. I appreciate that this piece was written as it brings this pressing issue to attention and may affect people like myself, unaware of the plans for the construction of this new pipeline.

I strongly agree with final statement written by [FERC Commissioner] Richard Glick, “…Claiming that a project has no significant environmental impacts while at the same time refusing to assess the significance of the project’s impact on the most important environmental issue of our time is not reasoned decision-making.”

It is important to be extremely cautious when it comes to approving projects that may have hazardous effects on the environment.

While the environment may not be

the most pressing issue for everyone, it is not something that should be taken lightly. Eventually, whatever we do to the environment will come back and have the same affect upon us.

What is even more concerning is that many of these full-fledged effects may not be vividly apparent until years to come, and by then it will be too late to try and reverse the damage.

By taking measures to be proactive about the wellbeing of the environment, we are striving to provide the best possible future for ourselves and the generations to come. I believe that this project should be extensively assessed to the fullest capacity to ensure that the local waterways will not be harmed and that it will not greatly contribute to the greenhouse gas levels that are already dangerously high.

MEGAN BARLOWE

Pollution a side effect of gas pipeline expansions I am writing in response to the article titled “Fauquier supervisors call to halt gas pipeline expansion across Fauquier, Prince William” posted in the Prince William Times on Nov. 20.

I agree with the board of supervisors due to the fact of how much pollution gas pipelines cause, including the methane that gets into the water sources above the pipelines. These pipelines have been known to add methane gas into other underground water sources across the country, causing the water to be flammable.

Another side effect of the pipelines is the climate lag it creates. The effects

of carbon dioxide, methane, and other gases polluting the air will last for at least 40 years. I know that it is hard to find a solution that will reverse or stop global warming, but I believe that taking the time to really think about the effects that things such as fracking and gas pipeline additions have on the Earth is responsible.

Although we are one small area compared to the rest of the world, I believe that our example could make an impact.

ISAAC MARDO Gainesville

Park naming recognized a lifetime of service The recent headline, “ Lame-duck board names new park for late county clerk who delayed same-sex marriage in Virginia” was a bit harsh.

Michele McQuigg was being remembered for being a county supervisor, member of the Virginia House of Delegates and clerk of the court of Prince William County, totaling 25

years of elected public service.

She was a dedicated, tireless worker for her various constituencies.

I commend the majority of the Prince William County Board of Supervisors for honoring one of their own.

ROGER W. SNYDER Manassas

Addiction recovery programs needed I am writing in response to the article titled, “Former addict shares lesson of hope,” published in your newspaper on Nov. 19. I found the article to be touching and thought it did very well in emphasizing the importance of specialized programs and their role in helping those struggling with addiction and other related issues in our community.

Treating these individuals as people and giving them the courage and motivation to recover, as mentioned

by Mitchell, is such an important factor that tends to be overlooked.

The opportunities available to individuals within their communities

make a drastic difference in the outcomes of their lives. I liked how this point was talked about in the article when explaining the differences in outcomes during Mitchell’s efforts to recover both with and without the presence of the program.

I believe instances like this should encourage us to invest in more of these types of programs in the future.

We should make these resources readily available and allow individuals the chance to change and progress. The benefits affect not only the individual, but all of us as a community.

REID STINSON Manassas

Article on gas pipeline appreciated This is Mary Riley, a resident of Prince William and a student currently at James Madison University. I am writing in response to the article titled “Fauquier Supervisors Call to Halt Gas Pipeline Expansion Across Fauquier, Prince William” published in your newspaper, Nov. 21.

I believe this article on the future construction of a natural gas pipeline through Northern Virginia is very informative on the potential effects this project will have on water supplies and land it will encounter.

It was interesting to also hear from many executive figures, such as the Virginia impact review manager and how she believes that the likelihood of rejecting this project is low.

I believe this will be an ongoing battle against the pipeline if somehow the production in January is halted. Thank you so much for publishing this article, it is always nice to stay in touch with every situation happening at home.

MARY RILEY Prince William County

Park name should unite, not divide I am writing this in response to the article “Lame-duck board names new park for late county clerk who delayed same-sex marriage in Virginia,” published in your newspaper on Nov. 20.

While Michele McQuigg was an influential woman in the county, she did not support equal rights for all the residents in Prince William County or Virginia.

For a park to be named after her would set the county back years in moving toward a more inclusive community. Having a park named after her would be creating a symbol in the community promoting the rejection of the LGBTQIA+ community within

Prince William’s bigger community.

Residents who know of the park and the woman it was named after could view it as encouragement or validation for them treating members of the community as lesser beings.

As a member of the community, I do not want to see more division being fostered by naming a community park after a woman who fought to keep my neighbors from receiving equal treatment from the law.

Our community should not support or put someone on a pedestal who fought to keep us divided.

BRIGIT TURNER Manassas

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Prince William Times | November 27, 2019

‘DON’T BE ASHAMED OF NOTHING’ Last second kick ends Freedom’s super season, 45-42, in region semis

By Jeff Malmgren Times Staff Writer

The Freedom Eagles’ football season ended with a 20-yard kick to the gut.

Massaponax’s Jack Hudson made the winning field goal as time expired for a 45-42 win Friday on Freedom’s field in Woodbridge.

After a near-perfect season, the Eagles’ state championship dreams evaporated in the semifinals of the Class 6 Region B playoffs.

As Hudson’s ball sailed through the uprights, the Eagles had no recourse beyond the guttural howls of seniors Kealey Davis and Nijhere Johnson as they slowly walked off the field, inconsolable.

The Eagles made the state finals last year and expected more glory, making the loss more difficult.

“You remember stuff like this the rest of your life,” Freedom coach Darryl Overton said. “In the playoffs, whether you win or lose, you remember it forever. I told them, ‘Be hurt because you lost, but don’t be ashamed of nothing.’ They left it all on the field.”

The No. 4 Panthers (10-2) advanced to play No. 3 Colonial Forge (10-2) in the region final.

Massaponax made the state semifinals in 2016 and 2014. Coach Eric Ludden’s program is 23-13 in the postseason since opening in 1998.

But upsetting the talented Eagles made it one of the most memorable wins in Massaponax history.

“Great throwing team. Great bunch of athletes. So it was a chal-

PHOTO BY DAMON MORITZ

Thanks to four touchdowns by Jason Hawkins (above), Freedom put up their usual devastating offensive numbers, but had problems stopping the Massaponax offense in Friday’s heartbreaking 45-42 loss in the Class 6 region semifinals.

Contenders for the state title, the Eagles finished 11-1. lenge,” said Ludden. But “our kids never doubted and I was really proud of them for that because I don’t think a lot of other people gave them a chance in this one.”

Freedom had a chance with the score tied 42-42, but a turnover on

downs with 4:06 remaining led to the winning drive as Massaponax moved 61 yards to the Eagles’ 3-yard line.

Overton called a timeout to “ice” Hudson, but the Massaponax junior made the angled kick from the left hash mark to inside the right post.

“Every time I take a kick I always stay calm. I always take deep breaths,” said Hudson. “I can’t let my team down, especially in situations like that.

I was [nervous], but I can’t show it.”

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Patriot ousted by Colonial Forge 42-21, James Monroe eliminates Brentsville 34-7

By Peter Brewington Times Staff Writer

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Guy Hayes and the Tigers finished 8-4 for their second best won-loss record in 21 years.

The best season in Patriot’s brief eight-year football history ended with a 42-21 loss to Colonial Forge in the Class 6 Region B semifinals.

Star running back Tim Baldwin had a monster game but it wasn’t nearly enough to help the Pioneers reach new heights in the playoffs.

Baldwin ran 28 times for 237 yards and two TDs, and also caught a 17-yard TD pass. He helped Patriot take a 7-0 lead on a 35-yard TD run early in the game. But Colonial Forge scored five of the next six TDs to take command.

Patriot ended 10-2 and was unable to reach a region final for the first time, while Colonial Forge (10-2) advanced to host Massaponax (10-2) in the region final.

Colonial Forge led 14-7 at halftime, then pulled away with three more TDs to make it 35-14 early in the fourth quarter.

Patriot has made the playoffs six times since starting football in 2012, and won first round games three times, but the Pioneers are 0-3 in the region semifinals, falling in 2014, 2017 and 2019.

Brentsville outgunned in region semis by Yellow Jackets, 34-7

Brentsville finished 8-4 after a 34-7 loss to James Monroe (9-3) in the Class 3 Region B semifinals.

The Tigers fell behind 7-0 but tied the game on a 16-yard pass from Guy Hayes to Yuri Smaltz.

Known for their ability to come back, Brentsville never scored again as James Monroe built a 20–7 lead at the half, then added two more second half TDs. The Brentsville passing attack had a rough game with five interceptions.

James Monroe advanced to play Goochland (11-1) in the region final.

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Heart-breaking kick ends Freedom’s super season FREEDOM, from page 10

TURNAROUND COMPLETE

Hudson added, “I had a feeling this was coming. I knew it was my time to shine … and beat this team.”

Massaponax scored more points against Freedom than the Eagles’ previous eight opponents combined.

Entering Friday, Freedom had allowed only 34 points since Sept. 13, but the Panthers scored 35 points in the first half.

Two defensive touchdowns helped the Panthers, but their offense also produced 368 rushing yards. Massaponax’s triple option, often run out of a single-wing formation with motion, gave the Eagles particular problems on runs up the middle, many on trap runs.

“It’s kind of what we do. It’s our thing,” Ludden said. “[The Eagles] are really strong up front and we had a really young center playing tonight, but [offensive line coach Joe Ferran] came up with some good schemes.”

An incredible second quarter featured 49 points scored during a span of 6:43.

Yet neither team led by more than seven as they played to a 35-35 tie at halftime.

Then a Massaponax punt pinned Freedom’s offense on its own 3-yard line midway through the third quarter. One play later, Panthers defensive back Mike Swain intercepted a Quest Powell pass and returned it 7 yards for a touchdown and 42-35 lead.

The Eagles responded with one of

After a horrible first eight years, the Freedom football program has emerged as a state power with four straight playoff berths.

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It came down to a field goal and Jack Hudson made it for Massaponax in Friday’s 45-42 upset of Freedom. “I knew it was my time to shine … and beat this team,” Hudson said.

Powell’s six touchdowns (five passing, ceptions – including a spectacular one rushing). He threw a 20-yard pass left-handed catch on a wheel route. to Johnson to tie the score 42-42 with And he ran nine times for 121 yards 9:21 remaining in the and a touchdown. fourth quarter.

“He’s one of “They did a lot of But that only set those players if you the stage for Hud- things that have don’t [tackle] him son’s field goal. the first try you’re never been done.

That kick spoiled So it’s going to be never going to get an outstanding ofa chance to [tackle] fensive performance remembered.” him again,” Overton

by Freedom receiver said. “He did what COACH DARRYL OVERTON we thought he was Jason Hawkins, who also played some at going to do. He’s an running back after J.T. Edwards left explosive play-maker.” the game with an injury in the secHawkins helped Powell finish ond quarter. with 231 yards on 13-for-20 passing, Hawkins finished with 106 yards which included Johnson’s 87 yards and three touchdowns on seven re- and two touchdown on two catches.

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“Definitely one of the best teams we’ve ever played,” Hudson said.

Nonetheless, the Eagles lost in the region semifinals for the second time in three seasons.

Their trip to the 2018 Class 6 state final marked the deepest run in the program’s 15-year history en route to a 13-2 record, but Freedom’s 2019 squad matched that 2018 unit with an 11-game winning streak.

The Eagles also won their third consecutive Cardinal District championship this fall, giving them a 43-7 record over four seasons after a previous combined record of 15-87 over 11 years. So their 14 seniors will graduate with special resumes.

“They did a lot of things that have never been done,” Overton said. “So it’s going to be remembered.”

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Prince William Times | November 27, 2019

Fauquier Health Weight Loss Center offers bariatric procedures Sleeve surgery available locally for the first time

By Robin Earl

that her mom will be able to be more Times Staff Writer active. “It has stopped me from doing things with my family. It’s Dr. Elizabeth Alexandra Zubo- enough to depress anyone.” wicz, board certified in general surPoston said she is grateful Zubowgery, performed the first bariatric izc landed in Warrenton. “Until now, surgery procedure at Fauquier Hos- if people needed this kind of surgery, pital Oct. 17. Two more patients are they’d have to go into the city,” she queuing up for the surgery soon, and said. “Dr. Zubowicz is a great docalmost 200 people have filled out tor, and she has a good heart.” online assessments and expressed Zubowicz, a physician with interest in learning more. the Drs. Farr, Wampler, Henson, Lisa Poston, Zubowicz’s first Dougherty, Brown & Zubowicz Warrenton patient, is recovering general surgery practice at 432 well. She’s adjusting easily to eat- Hospital Drive in Warrenton, has ing much less at a sitting and her been working in bariatrics for 10 stomach area is healing nicely. She years, most recently with MedStar said, “Your body will let you know Washington Hospital Center in if you’ve overdone it. And I have a Washington, D.C. She is currently team to help me if I have any issues.” leading the team at the newly deThe 52-year-old Middleburg res- veloped Fauquier Health Weight Loss Center, loident said she has cated at 253 Vetabout 100 pounds “Until now, if people erans Drive, Suite to lose, weight that needed this kind of she put on when surgery, they’d have to 205, in Warrenton.

She said that she gave birth to go into the city.” about 80 percent her daughter 11 of the bariatric years ago.

LISA POSTON surgeries she perFor years now, Warrenton Patient forms are what’s Poston has sufknown as sleeve fered from a multitude of orthopedic problems. She’s surgery. The procedure removes had four back surgeries, two neck about 80 percent of the stomach, surgeries and knee replacements. leaving a sleeve-shaped organ.

“I’m walking around with some Sleeve surgery effectively restricts the amount of food a person can hardware,” she admitted.

Poston said that she has really eat at one time, said Zubowicz. struggled the last five years and has It’s a permanent solution, though been unable to lose the weight. She the surgeon said the stomach does is hoping when the pounds drop off, stretch a little over time.

Sleeve surgery is described as she’ll get some relief from the nagminimally invasive; four incisions ging orthopedic issues.

She said her daughter is thrilled (less than a centimeter each) are

Teaming up with the Wellness Center Fauquier Health Wellness Center supervisor Taylor Birley explained that the facility is working with the Fauquier Health Weight Loss Center to prepare bariatric surgery patients for a lifestyle that includes exercise.

The Wellness Center is offering a bariatric surgery package that includes a 12-week membership with three one-hour personal training sessions. A health history and assessment with an exercise physiologist is part of the plan. Birley said the program represents a $450 value but is discounted to $240 for weight-loss surgery patients.

“We’ll find out where they are at and design a program just for them,” said Birley.

She said that several of the classes at the Wellness Center would be appropriate for bariatric patients just starting out on an exercise rou-

tine. The Golden Tone, gentle yoga and tai chi classes can be done seated, for instance.

Birley admits that people may be intimidated at TAYLOR BIRLEY a gym for the first time. The equipment may be unfamiliar and they may be self-conscious. She said the goal at the Wellness Center is to get people comfortable with exercise, to focus on movement that they can continue in their daily lives.

Bariatric surgeon Dr. Elizabeth Alexandra Zubowicz said, for surgery patients, “exercise is not a requirement by insurance but we strongly encourage it both pre and post op.”

Restoring health

Weight-related medical issues that can improve after bariatric surgery, according to bariatric surgeon Dr. Elizabeth Alexandra Zubowicz: Diabetes High blood pressure Sleep apnea High cholesterol Joint and back pain Infertility Hypothyroidism made in the upper abdomen. The surgery itself is done laparoscopically. “Patients may feel something akin to bad heartburn for about 48 hours, and there is some swelling.”

A patient may lose 10 to 20 pounds within the first few weeks, said Lubowicz, “It depends how much they have to lose.” She said that she has worked with 1,000-pound patients who lost 30 to 40 pounds during the first few weeks.

Those who have less to lose will drop pounds more slowly. On average, she said, patients lose 60 to 70 percent of their excess weight in the first year, and 80 percent of patients have kept the weight off for five or more years.

She added, “Even those who have regained the weight are able to stay off their medications. Patients who have had weight loss surgery have found that it helps with co-morbidities. They have statistically longer lives.”

Good candidates for surgery

Zubowicz described a typical successful patient. First of all, she said, the person has to come in on their own, ready to make a change.

He or she will have tried lots of oth-

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Dr. Elizabeth Alexandra Zubowicz, bariatric surgeon er methods to lose weight, and they will have experienced weight-related medical issues.

Those considered for surgery should have a BMI of 40 or above, or a BMI over 35 plus two weight-related medical issues.

So far in Fauquier, most of those interested in the surgery are in their 50s or older, said Zubowicz. When she worked in D.C., patients were more often in their 30s or 40s. “We are trying to get patients to consider surgery when they are younger so they can avoid the illnesses that come with obesity.”

When it comes to bariatric surgery, smokers are less likely to achieve the results they are after. Smoking drastically increases the risk of complications, said Lubowicz.

Some potential patients are ill enough that they can’t be cleared to have anesthesia. Others may have untreated mental health issues that make them poor candidates for the surgery.

A psychological evaluation is part of the surgery prep, which all told is See WEIGHT LOSS, page 12

The surgical weight loss process Attend a support group to assess Because bariatric surgery requires lifestyle changes in order for it to be successful, these preparatory steps are necessary. The pre-surgery process takes between three and six months.

Are you a candidate? Attend a seminar or make an appointment with a bariatric surgeon for an evaluation.

Determine the cost: Check with your insurance company to check benefits and request an estimate for hospital and surgical costs.

Meet the team: Meet with bariatric surgeon and registered dietitian to review diet history, behaviors and nutritional guidelines.

Prepare for surgery: Complete medically supervised diet.

Testing and clearances: Complete physical exam, lab work, sleep study, psychological evaluation.

readiness for surgery.

Get insurance authorization: Allow at least 30 days for authorization. Once received, schedule surgery.

Prepare for surgery: Attend preop visit 10 to 14 days before surgery. Meet with nurse and anesthesiologist; complete labs, EKG and chest X-ray if necessary. Meet with surgeon and dietitian.

Surgery: Plan to spend at least one night in the hospital.

Follow-up: Meet with surgeon, dietitian to evaluate diet, vitamins, exercise plan.

In the weeks after surgery: Follow-up appointments are usually scheduled for one, three, six, nine and 12 months after surgery.

Attend monthly support group meetings.

Source: Fauquier Health Weight Loss Center

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Prince William Times | www.princewilliamtimes.com | November 27, 2019

At what age should a person stop driving?

The risk of motor-vehicle crashes is higher among teens aged 16 to 19 than among any other age group. And yet, many people think getting old is a good reason to stop driving. But, what does that actually mean? What age?

We all age differently. For this reason, there is no way to set one age when everyone should stop driving. It is true our bodies change with the aging process and therefore it makes sense to be aware of how these changes might affect one’s ability to drive.

The National Institute on Aging offers some advice. As we age, our joints may get stiff, and our muscles may weaken. Arthritis, which is common among older adults, might affect the ability to drive. These changes can make it harder to turn your head to look back, turn the steering wheel quickly, or brake safely.

Safe driving tips:

See your doctor if pain, stiffness or arthritis seem to get in the way of your driving.

If possible, drive a car with automatic transmission, power steering, power brakes and large mirrors.

Be physically active or exercise to keep and even improve your strength and flexibility.

Think about getting hand controls for both the gas and brake pedals if you have leg problems.

Eyesight can change as we get older. It might be harder to see peo-

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ELLEN PHIPPS ple, things and movement outside your direct line of sight. It may take longer to read street or traffic signs or even recognize familiar places. At night, you may have trouble seeing things clearly. Glare from oncoming headlights or streetlights can be a problem. Depending on the time of the day, the sun might be blinding.

Eye diseases, such as glaucoma, cataracts and macular degeneration, as well as some medicines, can also cause vision problems.

Safe driving tips:

If you are 65 or older, see your eye doctor every year. Ask if there are ways to improve your eyesight.

If you need glasses or contact lenses to see far away while driving, make sure your prescription is up-to-date and correct. Always wear them when you are driving.

Cut back on or stop driving at night if you have trouble seeing in the dark. Try to avoid driving during sunrise and sunset, when the sun can be directly in your line of vision.

As we get older, our hearing can

change, making it harder to notice horns, sirens or even noises coming from our own car. Hearing loss can be a problem because these sounds warn you when you may need to pull over or get out of the way.

Safe driving tips:

Have your hearing checked at least every three years after age 50.

Discuss concerns you have about hearing with your doctor. There may be things that can help.

Try to keep the inside of the car as quiet as possible while driving.

So, how do you know if you should stop driving? To help decide, ask yourself: Do other drivers often honk at me?

Have I had some accidents, even if they were only “fender benders”?

Do I get lost, even on roads I know?

Do cars or people walking seem to appear out of nowhere?

Do I get distracted while driving?

Have family, friends, or my doctor said they’re worried about my driving?

Am I driving less these days because I’m not as sure about my driving as I used to be?

Do I have trouble staying in my lane?

Do I have trouble moving my foot between the gas and the brake pedals, or do I sometimes confuse the two?

Have I been pulled over by a police officer about my driving?

If you answered “yes” to any of these questions, it may be time to talk with your doctor about driving or have a driving assessment.

Perhaps you are worried you won’t be able to do the things you want and need to do if you stop driving? Many people have this concern, but there may be more ways to get around than you think.

For example, in Planning District 9, (Culpeper, Fauquier, Madison, Orange, Rappahannock) there is a program called, FAMS (Foothills Area Mobility System). FAMS manages several different initiatives aimed at expanding community transit options, providing support to members of the community who are elderly and/or disabled; and sharing transportation knowledge and resources.

For more information call FAMS at 540-829-5300.

Upcoming Caregivers Workshop

Aging Together connects people with resources and communities to improve quality of life as we age. A Caregivers Workshop will be held in December. The workshop will connect caregivers to local resources and provide information on a variety of topics such as financial planning, strategies for caregiving, communication strategies for caregivers of persons living with dementia and more. The workshop is free and open to the public.

If you go Aging Together Caregivers Workshop Thursday, Dec. 5 10 a.m. to noon Fauquier Health Hospital (Sycamore Room) 500 Hospital Drive, Warrenton RSVP to Ellen Phipps at ephipps@agingtogether.org

Sleeve surgery available locally for the first time WEIGHT LOSS, from page 11 a three- to six-month process. Lubowicz also said that early on, a dietary review allows a dietitian to counsel the patient on healthy eating so they can adjust to that lifestyle change before the surgery. The recommended diet for patients is high-protein (“It fills you up and is good for healing,” said Zubowicz.), low-fat and lowcarb.

“Exercise is absolutely crucial,” said Zubowicz. The research says that exercise is actually not a great method for weight loss, but she said, “it’s crucial for weight maintenance.”

The surgeon said that although dedicated exercise is important for lots of reasons, “people who are physically active during the course of their day are more successful.”

Gastric bypass surgery, another bariatric procedure, will not be done at Fauquier Hospital until the hospital acquires a robot that can assist with that surgery. Zubowicz said gastric bypass also reduces the size of the stomach, but connects the stomach more directly to the small intestines via a tube. The food goes directly to the small intestines, where the absorption process begins. Zubowicz said that gastric bypass patients are at a greater risk for malnutrition, so monitoring is important. “In addition to restricting the size of the stomach, it’s a malabsorption procedure,” she said.

For either surgery, caffeine and alcohol are best avoided, especially for the first six months to a year.

Reach Robin Earl at rearl@fauquier.com

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Local model train shops keep timeless hobby on track

By John Hagarty

Contributing Writer

Railroads built America. The embryonic beginning occurred with the first passenger and freight line established by the Baltimore and Ohio Railroad in 1827.

Networks expanded like kudzu smothering a southern forest, inexorably expanding west and fulfilling the doctrine of Manifest Destiny, the belief American expansion was both justified and inevitable.

Over the ensuing two centuries, a series of bankruptcies, consolidations and a decline in rail traffic due to auto, truck and air travel have seen railroads fade as a major transportation cog. Route mileage peaked at 254,251 miles in 1916, falling to 140,000 by 2018.

But who hasn’t heard that “lonesome whistle blow” and been reminded of the legacy of the train and its contribution to the nation? The decline in rail traffic parallels the decline in model trains popular during the middle of the last century and a former centerpiece of Christmas in millions of homes.

But toy train lovers still exist and may well be more passionate than their compatriots of more than a half-century ago. If you pursue the hobby today in the face of public disinterest, you might be on the leading edge of a revival. And if you’re not, who cares?

Passion is always in fashion.

Today’s model train industry is truncated but thriving in Prince William and Fauquier counties. One simply has to know where to look.

Virginia Hobbies Etc.

Located at 46 Main St. across from the Warrenton post office, Virginia Hobbies, Etc. is owned and operated by Burrell Stindel, who has been the conductor behind his radio-controlled trains, planes and automobiles for 35 years.

He moved to Warrenton in 2002 intending to sell only model trains but “found out what the town needed was a more expansive hobby shop.

Today, we sell about 800 major items and some 10,000 products supporting those toys.”

If you need a wheel bearing for a truck, a track pin for your choo-choo, a doll baby or model airplane kit, it’s in stock. The toy maven explains that the popularity of model railroading has faded over the decades because “we’ve now raised three generations of people who have never ridden on a train. There’s no connection today be-

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Dan and Hope Danielson are the owners of Toy Trains and Collectibles, a Manassas model train shop they run with help from their family. tween the miniature and the real deal.”

He acknowledges that movies have helped drive sales to the younger set for trains like the Hogwarts Express and Polar Express. But most of his sales are to folks in their 40s.

Trains can range from $90 to $1,700 for a locomotive car depending on the quality and features a buyer is seeking. A complete set from a trusted manufacturer like Lionel sporting four cars, track, and the controller will run from $350 to $450.

Stindel underscores that he typically matches prices on websites. It’s an important feature for parents purchasing a train set for the kids only to later realize they have questions

about its operation and maintenance.

His service doesn’t stop once the train is rolling down the tracks.

Toy Trains and Collectibles

Dan and Hope Danielson and their children and grandchildren run Toy Trains and Collectibles, a shop dedicated to the world of model trains. Located at 7216 New Market Court in Manassas, Dan Danielson has been a model train buff for 65 years. You can try and stump him with a train question but why waste your time? He has a firm grip on the locomotive throttle.

He and his wife are collectors with different interests. Hope focuses on trains from the 1900s to the

A view of the inside of Toy Trains and Collectibles at 7216 New Market Court in Manassas.

early 1940s; Dan’s passion is collecting trains sold from the late ’40s to the late ’60s. The modern era of model railroading began in 1970.

“You can pay upwards of $8,000 for a mint condition pre-war locomotive,” he said.

In addition to antique trains for sale, the couple carries a wide variety of modern trains, tracks and accessories available in Standard, O, O-27, S, HO and N gauges. Their selections include respected manufacturers such as Lionel, MTH, Bachmann, Williams, Atlas, Athearn and Kato.

Dan explains that track gauge is important when purchasing a train for a youngster.

“You don’t want to buy an HOgauge train for a 7-year-old. It’s too fragile and they’ll get frustrated in assembling and running it.

“Rather, buy an O-gauge set that they are not going to easily break.

Our passion here is to make sure we get the right train for the right-aged child so he or she can get the most fun and enjoyment out of it. Not just for Christmas, but year-round,” he said.

From Dec. 18 to the 22nd, Dan recommends that anyone interested in model trains drop by the Manassas Center for the Arts at 9419 Battle St. and check out its Winter Wonderland Model Train Show.

Weekdays, it’s open from 5 to 8 p.m.; weekend hours are from is 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

“It’s a stunning layout and it’s all Christmas-themed. It’s one dynamite train display.”

Even better? It’s free.

One cautionary tale if you are considering a leap into model trains.

Rod Stewart, the British singer, and songwriter, spent 23 years building a massive model train and cityscape in the attic of his Los Angeles home.

Often while on tour he requested a separate room and had the bed cleared so he could work on the project while on the road. Might that have inspired his 1989 hit “Downtown Train?”

For those who want to leap from the miniature to full-blown, consider an overnight jaunt to Elkins, West Virginia, to hop aboard the seriously real Polar Express. The fun run unfolds each November and December and recreates the iconic movie in real-time. For information and tickets visit mountainrailwv.com/tour/polar-express.

If model railroading catches your imagination, no need to wander alone onto the tracks. In addition to the two valued shops in our area, stop by the National Model Railroad Association at www.nmra. org. Learn all there is to know about choo-chooing before donning your striped engineer’s cap. All aboard!

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English Conversation: 11-12:30 p.m.

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Prince William County Libraries Closing Early: at 5 p.m. All the libraries will be closed for the Thanksgiving holiday.

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Model Railroads by NTRAK: Noon-4 p.m. For all ages. Northern VA NTRA members will set up railroad modules.

Potomac Community Library, 220 Opitz Blvd., Woodbridge. Free.

Monday, Dec. 2

Novant Health Auxiliary Presents K&J Jewelry and Accessories: 11 a.m.-6 p.m. All proceeds benefit patient care at Prince William and Haymarket Medical Centers. Prince William Medical Center, 8700 Sudley Road, Manassas.

English Conversation: 6 p.m. For adults. Speakers of all languages are welcome. Bull Run Regional Library, 8051 Ashton Ave., Manassas. Free.

Tuesday, Dec. 3

Prince William Turkey Trot: 8:30 a.m. Register at princewilliamturkeytrot.com. Freedom Aquatic and Fitness Center, 9100 Freedom Center Blvd., Manassas.

Team PW Chris Yung 5K Turkey Trot: 8-11 a.m. 2 Silos Brewing, 9925 Discovery Blvd., Manassas.

Registration fee.

Friday, Nov. 29

The Nutcracker: 2 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. Featuring the Northern Virginia Ballet. Hylton Performing Arts Center, 10960 George Mason Circle, Manassas. $35 adults, $25 seniors (55 and up), and children and youth (ages 1-17).

Military Family Month Photo Display: All day. Central Community Library, 8601 Mathis Ave., Manassas. Free.

Saturday, Nov. 30

The Nutcracker: 2 p.m. and 6 p.m.

Featuring the Northern Virginia Ballet.

Hylton Performing Arts Center, 10960 George Mason Circle, Manassas. $35 adults, $25 seniors (55 and up), and children and youth (ages 1-17).

Elf, The Musical: 7:30 p.m. Center for the Arts, 9419 Battle St., Manassas. Tickets $24 adults, $20 students and seniors.

Model Railroads by NTRAK: 10 a.m.4 p.m. For all ages. Northern VA NTRA members will set up railroad modules.

Potomac Community Library, 220 Opitz Blvd., Woodbridge. Free.

Sunday, Dec. 1

A Chanticleer Christmas: 4 p.m.

Hylton Performing Arts Center, 10960 George Mason Circle, Manassas.

Tickets $55, $47, $33.

Elf, The Musical: 2 p.m. Center for the Arts, 9419 Battle St., Manassas. Tickets $24 adults, $20 students and seniors.

Dale City Farmers Market: 8 a.m.-1 p.m. Dale City Commuter Lot, 14090 Gemini Way, Dale City.

Sounds of the Season: 3 p.m.

Featuring the Prince William Community Band. Osbourn Park High School, 8909 Euclid Ave., Manassas. Free.

Home School Days-Angle of Trajectory: 10 a.m. Students learn about the math behind artillery and mortars. National Museum of the Marine Corps, 18900 Jefferson Davis Highway, Triangle. Free.

Novant Health Auxiliary Presents K&J Jewelry and Accessories: 7 a.m.-3 p.m. All proceeds benefit patient care at Prince William and Haymarket Medical Centers. Prince William Medical Center, 8700 Sudley Road, Manassas.

Ongoing Events

Superpower Dogs: Family friendly film will show daily at 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. until Dec. 31. Experience the lifesaving superpowers and extraordinary bravery of some of the world’s most amazing dogs. True story narrated

by Chris Evans. National Museum of the Marine Corps, Medal of Honor Theater, 18900 Jefferson Davis Highway, Triangle. $6.

We, The Marines: The film will show daily every hour on the hour from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. until Jan. 3. Actionpacked film where audiences will experience becoming and serving as a member of the U.S. Marine Corps.

Narrated by Academy Award winning actor and Marine, Gene Hackman.

National Museum of the Marine Corps, Medal of Honor Theater, 18900 Jefferson Davis Highway, Triangle. $5.

Native Legacy-The Patawomeck Indians of Virginia: On display until Feb. 23. Learn how the first people to settle this area lived. Reproduction tools, sketches by 17th century artist John White, and other objects will illustrate the life of the Native peoples who lived here for thousands of years before Europeans arrived. Manassas Museum, 9027 Center St., Manassas. Free.

Veterans and the Arts Initiative “Exploring Identity with Women Veterans” Exhibit: On display until Dec. 7. Featuring the work of seven women who served during the Vietnam War-era through post9/11-era and in several branches of the military, demonstrating their perceptions and reflections as well as the photographic techniques as they learned together. Hylton Performing Arts Center, Buchanan Partners Art Gallery, 10960 George Mason Circle, Manassas. Free.

One Sketch at a Time, An Exhibit of Urban Sketchers: On display until Dec. 9. Featuring local area artists involved in the Urban Sketchers movement. Center for the Arts, 9419 Battle St., Manassas. Free.

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Making small changes in life What’s Hot – December 2019 starts by visiting the library

By Jean L. Ross

Contributing Writer

When you think of the word “evergreen” in December, you might think of trees and decorations.

You might also think of things that never go away as topics of interest, and there is nothing more evergreen at the end of the year than guides to self-improvement. In the last few months alone, titles such as “Martha Stewart’s Organizing: The Manual for Bringing Order to Your Life,” “Home & Routines and Tiny Habits: The Small Changes That Change Everything,” by B.J. Fogg speak to the impulse to go into the future ready to make improvements.

“The Self-Care Solution: A Year of Becoming Happier, Healthier and Fitter – One Month at a Time,” by Jennifer Ashton and “Radical Compassion: Learning to Love Yourself and Your World with the Practice of Rain,” by Tara Brach, are two more new books that tackle the never-ending quest to be your better self.

Watching videos may also assist you with your self-improvement goals. With no limits or special checkout required, Access Video on Demand, available via the Digital Library at pwcgov.org/library, has many programs to explore.

“Desk Jockey Gentle Yoga” and “How to Be Happy! Positive Psychology in Action” are just two of the many helpful videos found there.

Also found in the Digital Library and available on your mobile device are both Libby, by OverDrive and hoopla digital with e-books and e-audios to help.

As you work toward self-improvement, don’t forget to check the library’s events calendar, where you will find programs like Reducing Anxiety Through Meditation, coming to Central Library on Dec. 11, or Spa Night at Chinn Park on Dec. 19.

Whatever you do, take advantage of all that the library offers to help you find a few moments for you to care for you. Doing so will allow you to enter the new year refreshed and ready.

DECEMBER EVENTS Where’s the Grinch? Dec. 1-23: The Grinch is hiding in each library this December, and it’s up to you to find him. Take a photo and use #librarygrinch on Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest or Twitter.

Don’t forget to ask for a sticker! All branches.

Holiday Stories with Mister John at Potomac Library: Monday, Dec. 30, 10:30 a.m. Get ready for a special treat. Mister John will put on his storytelling hat to tell some of his very own winter and holiday stories.

Festival of Trees Opening Night: Haymarket Gainesville Library: Tuesday, Dec. 10, 7 p.m.

Everyone is welcome to create and submit a tree by Monday, Dec. 9, to be displayed in our Festival of Trees display! Join us on opening night for light refreshments, entertainment and to get your first look at the trees!

Santa Visits and Story Times: Meet Santa and let him know what you would like for Christmas. Feel free to take pictures with Santa. Our staff will be happy to take pictures and email them

to you. Multiple dates and locations.

Holiday Candy Houses: Central Library: Thursday, Dec. 12, at 4:30 p.m. How crafty can you get with Rice Krispies Treats, icing and candy? Join us and find out! Register each child that expects to make their own candy house. Registration required.

Light Up the Holidays Craft: Montclair Library: Saturday, Dec. 14, 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.

Make and take a festive and fragrant luminary to decorate for the season.

Registration required.

Spa Night: Chinn Park Library: Thursday, Dec. 19, 6:30 p.m.

– 8 p.m. Be pampered and learn how to make things like DIY masks and body washes. Supplies generously donated by the Friends of the Library. Registration required.

Hollygami: Bull Run: Adults.

Saturday, Dec. 21, 2 p.m. ‘Tis the season for holiday decorating! Join us as we learn to fold paper into holiday shapes. You can create some beautiful last-minute gifts.

Registration required.

Typically, the flood of new books slows down by mid-December, as publishers realize that the holidays and celebrations of the month make it hard for any publicity related to books to get through the seasonal noise, except with lists of “books for gifts.”

As a result, December is not generally a month filled with blockbusters.

However, there are some exciting titles coming out soon.

• “The Starless Sea,” by Erin Morgenstern, is getting a great deal of attention.

Who wouldn’t want to read a book about a graduate student who discovers a mysterious book that leads him to a fantastic subterranean library? A grown-up Harry Potter-ish tale, this has been getting high marks from critics.

• Will the 13th spy novel

by Alan Furst, “Under Occupation” continue his lucky streak of creating believable and intense thrillers?

• R.J. Palacio’s earlier books have inspired a graphic novel, “White Bird: A Wonder Story,” which spins off the tale of Grandmere’s wartime adventures. All readers, but especially 8- to 12-year-olds will find this story riveting.

• It wouldn’t be December without new cookbooks. “Hack Your Cupboard: Make Great Food with What You’ve Got,” by Alyssa Wiegand, and America’s Test Kitchen’s “The Side Dish Bible,” are inspirational, as is “The Pioneer Woman Cooks: The New Frontier,” by Ree Drummond.

• It is also a great time of year to plan a movie night for the entire family, and DVDs of “The Lion King” and “Toy Story 4” are coming soon.

• “Nothing to See Here,” by Kevin Wilson has been getting lots

of media attention. The novel plot involves twins who spontaneously burst into flames when they are agitated, but who do no permanent harm to themselves as a result. When interviewed, the author noted that he often felt that he, as a child, could become so frustrated it felt as if he were on fire.

• If you enjoy M.C. Beaton’s cozy mysteries, you will find “Beating About the Bush” a fun read, as you watch Agatha Raisin once again solve the unsolvable. Donkeys, private eyes, a mysterious corpse – it’s all there!

• The author of the well-regarded “Pay It Forward” has a new novel of people and relationships, set in 1969. “Stay,” by Catherine Ryan Hyde, is an absorbing read, and one which tugs at the heartstrings.

• To end with a blockbuster, there are many readers eagerly awaiting the next Alex Delaware novel from Jonathan Kellerman – and the good news is that they will wait no more. “The Museum of Desire” requires all the skill of Delaware and detective Milo to understand the completely bizarre murder scene they encounter.

Here is hoping you encounter lots of good reading as the year ends, whether you are reading for fun, knowledge, or self-improvement. No matter what, your library has something for everyone!

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Owners added a two-story addition in 1997 and renovations throughout in 2005. Property and home have been maintained and lovingly cared for. Main-level master suite, large country kitchen, woodstove, four baths and oversized laundry room are all included in this flowing floor plan.

The front porch beckons you to sit a spell. The wrap-around decking, patio and beautiful, large trees allow you to enjoy all the seasons.

The property features a two-car garage, shed and 30-foot by 30-foot shop, complete with a lift for all your automotive projects. The insulated shop offers AC, water, drain, pneumatic tool line and flue.

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OBITUARIES Nathan Theodore Wald, Jr. “Ted” Nathan Theodore Wald, Jr. “Ted”, was born April 19, 1936 in Roanoke, VA and died of cardiac arrest and multiple organ failure on November 20, 2019 at Prince William Hospital.

He was preceded in death by his parents Mattie Jane Gibson and Nathan T. Wald, Sr. and numerous uncles, aunts, and cousins.

Surviving is his wife Virginia of 59 years, his son Frank, his daughter Debbie, his son-in law Will Nash, and two grandchildren, Liam and Allie.

He entered the US Air Force in 1955, served for four years and remained on inactive reserve status for four years after being discharged.

He was called to active duty during the “Bay of Pigs” but did not have to deploy. After his duty with the Air Force, he came to Washington, D.C. to pursue the possibilities of joining the police force. Instead, he started work at Holiday Shoe Store, later to Hanover Shoes and then to a career with Safeway for 37 years. He started as a clerk in the produce department, using his experience from working at Kroger’s in Roanoke and moved up to Produce Manager in stores from Chillum, Maryland, Graham Road, Fairfax and finally retiring from Tackett’s Mill Safeway.

Family was very important to Ted, since he grew up with cousins that were more like siblings and nieces. He travelled to Norfolk several summers during his childhood, spending time with his uncle who worked at the Naval Ship Yard. They would spend time together, fish off the wharf, before returning to Roanoke for the school year.

Having a family of his own, he enjoyed traveling to Kings Dominion, Busch Gardens and travels to Roanoke. As he grew older, his heart conditions limited his travel closer to home, with shorter trips to visit friends and family.

He enjoyed retirement, working in the yard, walking in the Mall, watching old western movies, puzzles, and talking with neighbors. When his grandchildren arrived, his biggest enjoyment was the ability to be with his grandchildren on a daily basis until they were ready for elementary school. He was called “Coolpa”. He enjoyed helping Liam with his Legos, carving pumpkin for Halloween with Allie and showing them how to snap green beans. They had many walks to the playground.

He loved watching Liam play ball and Liam’s mastery of various string instruments. Allie’s performances in local plays and school activities brought him much happiness. He also loved his grand dog Charlie, who was always a delight for Ted. Ted was an active member of St. Thomas United Methodist Church in Manassas for 47 years. He was an Usher for over 25 years, served as Church Accountant in the 1970’s, and briefly provided janitorial service at the Westmoreland Avenue location. He loved his church and his church family.

Arrangements by Pierce Funeral Home, 9609 Center Street, Manassas, Virginia 20110 Services will be Sunday, November 24th at St. Thomas United Methodist Church, 8899 Sudley Road, Manassas at 3 pm, followed by a reception in the Fellowship Hall.

Burial will occur on Monday, November 25th at 11:00 at Stonewall Memorial Garden.

In lieu of flowers family request donations can be made in his name to St. Thomas United Methodist Church or to the American Heart Association.

Jeffrey Jay Lubell Jeffrey Jay Lubell, age 72, passed away on Saturday, November 23, 2019 at his home in Gainesville, VA. He was born on May 15, 1947 in Brooklyn, NY to the late Lester and Rae (Kurtzman) Lubell.

A committed and loving father of three daughters, three stepsons and 13 grandchildren, his love for family was unrivaled including his wife, Betty of 17 years.

Jeff was very proud of his concept of “Less Stress With Jeff” believing that the customer always comes first and advocating for customer rights led Jeff to a successful 18 year real estate career with Re/Max Premire.

Prior to his interest in real estate, he was the founder and president of Integrated Business Systems, a provider of software, training and support for wholesale distributors throughout the mid-atlantic. His contagious sense of humor, heartfelt personality and likability were instrumental to successful sales when demonstrating the software.

Survivors include his wife: Betty W. Peck; three daughters: Wendy Lubell Snyder (Mark) of Hershey, PA, Stephanie Dillenseger (Adrian) of Leesburg, VA and Amy Lubell Lyons (Jason) of Arlington, VA; three step-sons: Douglas Currin (Molly) of Knoxville, TN, Andrew Currin (Ashley) of Shady Side, MD and Charles Peck of Richmond, VA; and 13 grandchildren.

A Celebration of Jeff’s Life will be held at a later date.

In Lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association National Capital Area, 8180 Greensboro Drive, Suite 400, McLean, VA 22102 in loving memory of Jeffrey Jay Lubell.

Condolences may be sent to: www.piercefh.com

Earl Wilson Riley Mr. Earl Wilson Riley, age 78, passed away on November 14, 2019.

He was born in West Virginia the son of Roxie and Harry Riley; husband of Kay Riley; brother of Charles, Donald, Harry, James and MaryAnn. He was the father of David (Karen) Riley and Danny (Ann) Riley; step-father of Rip (Audrey) Gerber; Bill Gerber, Donna (Lynn) Barber and Cheryl (Mark) O’Donnell; grandfather of Kristin, Tyler, Josh, Robby, Austin, Ryan, Max, Natalie, Jack, Jared, Kevin and Madi; and great-grandfather of Astrid, Gideon, Gavin and Elise.

Mr. Riley was an Army veteran and worked 38 years for Trans World Airlines (TWA).

A private family service will be held at the Cremation Society of Virginia in Chantilly.

Memorial services and a reception will be held at McLean Bible Church, Manassas, on December 28th at 10:30 a.m.

Dorothy Showers Shiflett Dorothy Showers Shiflett, 95, of Markham, Virginia passed away on Wednesday, November 20, 2019 at Commonwealth Senior Living.

A graveside service will be held on Saturday, November 23, 2019 at Leeds Cemetery in Markham with the Rev. Terry Hendricks officiating.

Mrs. Shiflett was born on July 5, 1924 in Linden, Virginia to the late Walter Henry and Ruth Alma Johnson Showers. She was also preceded in death by her husband of 75 years, Lloyd Newton Shiflett and nine siblings, Tom, Joe, Giles, Ray, Monk, Winnie, Elma, Jack and Lavinia.

After raising her children she became a licensed beautician and started her home business. She was a member of Linden United Methodist Church and a graduate of Warren County High School.

Survivors include her daughter, Ruth Ann Florance of Marshall, Virginia; two sons, Billy Shiflett (Terri) of Front Royal, Virginia and Paul Shiflett (Christine) of Markham; ten grandchildren and twenty great grandchildren.

In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association, 225 N. Michigan Ave., Fl. 17, Chicago, IL 60601 or American Cancer Society, P.O. Box 22478, Oklahoma City, OK 73123.

Elizabeth Washington Gaines Elizabeth Washington Gaines, 93, of Warrenton, VA, passed November 18, 2019, at her residence. She was born on September 11, 1926.

Elizabeth is survived by a daughter, Gwendolyn Gaines of Warrenton, VA; two sons: Wallace B. Washington of Warrenton, VA, Charles H. Washington, Sr. of Catlett, VA; 8 Grandchildren; 9 great grandchildren; and 2 great-great grandchildren.

Family received friends on Sunday, November 24, 2019, 6 pm to 7:30 pm and Monday, November 25, 2019, from 11am until 12 pm with funeral services starting at 12 pm, all at First Baptist Church, 39 Alexandria Pike, Warrenton, Virginia, 20186. Rev. Matthew A. Zimmerman, Jr. delivered the eulogy Interment will be in Bright View Cemetery, Warrenton, VA. Online condolences can be given at www.joynesfuneralhome.com

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CL A SSIFIEDS ADVERTISING DEADLINES: Business Directory: Thursday at noon, All other Classified ads: Monday at 3 p.m.

To place your ad, Call: 540-351-1664, Toll Free: 888-351-1660, Fax: 540-349-8676, Email: classifieds@fauquier.com Rentals —

001 Apartments Old Town Warrenton, 1 BR, 1BA apt. 2nd floor, secured entrance, quiet & private. Avail now. $1250/mo. Application, deposit & job vitrifaction required.

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066 Shared Housing

ROOM FOR RENT FEMALE, FULL H O U S E PR IV I L E G E S , $500/MO PLUS 1/2 UTILS. 540-788-4924

Furniture/

228 Appliances E A Clore - 6 Dining Chairs. Light Cherry finish. $899.

703-367-0598.

232

Garage/ Yard Sales

Tack sale in barn, 9247

Ramey Rd, Marshall. 11/30 & 12/1; 10a-4p.

Rain/Shne. Hot choc, cookies & holiday cheer avail.

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Miscellaneous For Sale

Miscellaneous

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NEW AND USED STAIRLIFTS for sale starting at $1800.00 Call Tom at (540) 932-7300 or (434) 327-4697 Olympic merch $2+ ea, Sports cards $3+, playing cards $3+ ea, Disney Merch $3+ ea, 571-344-4300 Record albums $5+ ea, Sports Illustrated mags incld swimsuit $5+ ea, Old books $7+ ea, Snoppy merch $1+ ea, 571-344-4300 Small gas engine tachometer. LN. $70 CASH. Orange, Va. 540-672-4697 Miscellaneous

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Farm Equipment

Ford 7700 Farm Tractor Asking $8000. Call 540-292-1242 After 4 pm

224

Firewood

FALL SPECIAL!!

2 cords/$400 4 cords/$675 703-357-2180

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seasoned hdwood, $200/ cord + delivery more then 15 m l s f r o m Nokesville.

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45 RPM record collection, orginial 50´s/ 60´s. Approx 3000.

Va r i o u s p r i c e s .

571-344-4300 45 RPM records (lots of 50) 0.50-$1.00 ea, comics $2+ ea, beanies $2+ ea, pez $1+ ea, 571-344-4300 BEACH SET-2 Fully Reclining Chairs & Matching Umbrella $40 540-337-2000 Beatles memorbiliapicture, black & white (60´s), albums, 45´s & magazines.571-3444300 B r e a d M a k e r, R i c e / Vegetable Steamer Crock Pot,Rice M a k e r , $ 1 0 .

540-337-2000 Elvis memorabilia, Yankee memorabilia, Celtics Merch, Hot Wheels/Matchbox cars 571-344-4300 Frank Sinatra, JFK, MIchael Jackson, Redskins, & sports books & mags. Michael Jordon mini chanpionship basketballs + magazines.

571-344-4300 Keurig Elite Coffee Brewer System - NEW $79.00 540-337-2000

Auctions Public Notice NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE iStorage, wishing to avail themselves of the provisions under the V.A. Code Sec. 55-419 Virginia Self Storage Act, hereby gives notice of the sale under said act to wit; Wednesday the 27th day of November, 2019 at 10:00 AM, on that day will conduct a public sale to the highest bidder, with bidding to take place on storagetreasures.com, FOR CASH ONLY, the contents of spaces at iStorage Gainesville, 5579 Wellington Road, Gainesville, VA, 20155 ;BATTE, GLORIA; THIS SALE IS BEING MADE TO SATISFY THE LANDLORDS LIEN. THE PUBLIC IS INVITED TO ATTEND AT STORAGETREASURES.COM, SALE IS SUBJECT TO ADJOURNMENT.

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273 Pets German Rottweiler puppies. Show quality parents Tails docked.

Shots, dewormed, first month tick flea and heart worm prevention.

5 males 4 females.

Starting at $1,000.00.

Vet checked and ready t o g o n o w .

434-465-1335.

Mini Dachshund Puppies - just in time to enjoy over the holidays! We have male and female puppies available. For pricing & more information please email: tommyandlesley@ gmail.com

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ADOPT VOLUNTEER DONATE ADVOCATE www.pwspca. org Rottweiler puppies, akc registered, ready to go 11/28/19. 1st shots wormed, tails docked, $ 8 5 0 . c a l l 540-867-5236.

Rottweiler puppies, akc registered, ready to go 11/28/19. 1st shots wormed, tails docked, $ 8 5 0 . c a l l 540-867-5236.

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For all your heating and cooling needs. Rc´s AC Service and Repair, 540-349-7832 or 540-428-9151 GO WITH THE BEST!!!

Brian´s Tree Service.

LICENSED, INSURED, FREE ESTIMATES. Tree removal, trimming, deadwooding, stump removal, lot clearing.

Senior discounts 540-937-4742 or 540-222-5606 G R AV E L : A L L PROJECTS. Topsoil; fill dirt; mulch. No job too small.540-8254150; 540-219-7200

Hagan Build & Design. Specializing in basements but we do it all!

540-522-1056.

Free estimates, licensed and insured.

JBS Excavation & Clearing, Free estimates, tree removal, horse arena, d r i v e w a y s & landscaping. No job too big or too small.

703-582-0439 JENKINS EXCAVATING & LOGGING. Free Estimates, Class A Contractor, Commercial, Residential. Demolition, land clearing, site prep, roads, drives. 540-661-0116

N U T T E R S PA I N T I N G & SERVICES Call Erik, 540-522-3289

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Affordable Roofing with Terry´s Handyman Services, LLC. Licensed & Insured.

Commercial & residential. Senior discounts.

540-937-7476 Design/build services.

New, renovations, additions for residential. Commercial renovations & tenant uplifting. Licensed & i n s u r e d .

540-428-3050 www. s o u t h s t a r construction.com Power Washing, Go from Green to Clean!!540-642-2349, 703-987-5096. Licensed & Insured!

Remodels; New Homes; Windows; Painting; Garages; B a t h r o o m s ; Kitchens; Decks;.

Class A. Lic & insured. GMC Enterprises of VA, LLC. 540-222-3385

385 Lawn/Garden

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TIDY MAIDS HOUSE CLEANING RESIDENTIAN & COMMERCIAL. LICENSED & I N S U R E D 571-228-7572 Home

375 Healthcare ELDER CARE, I am an honest, caring and dependable CNA and want to take care of your loved one. Excellent references.

Over 30 years exp.

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Addison´s Building & Remodeling. Additions, basements, b a t h r o o m s , sundecks, repairs. Licensed Insured.

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605 Automobiles - Domestic

2012 Nissan, 73K mls, $4900.

703-380-5901 GOOD CONDITION! 640

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’06 HONDA GOLDWING TRIKE 1800 series, 1 owner, 12,000 miles, like new. Call 540-298-8128 or 540-421-9509.

2003 Hyosung GV250 Motorcycle ($800). Vtwin engine with dual exhaust; Garage kept; low mileage; new battery; needs minor work to get up and running as it’s been unused for 3 years. E-mail nefaunt@aol.com YAMAHA - VW TRIKE will trade for car or motorcycle. As is. REDUCED TO $5000.00 Firm. 540-221-1302.

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665 Vehicles

GORMANS TREE AND LANDSCAPING SERVICES. Seasonal Clean up. Snow removal, grinding, mowing, take downs.

Free estimates.

540-222-4107; 540-825-1000 Total Lawn Care, home services. Cranium Services giving you peace of mind. Call Glenn 571-839-8495; glenn@ craniumservices. com; cranium. services.com

2 0 0 8 Vo l v o X C 9 0 ; loaded; 3rd row seat; 1 owner; excel cond; no accidents; mls. 167K, $ 4 7 5 0 O B O .

540-222-5049 OR clpcvc@yahoo.com 2009 Chevy Avalanche Extended/crew cab, bed liner, and bed cap.

4 door, 220,000 miles, 2 New Front tires. Ask for Jack. $7,000 540-672-5597

605 Automobiles - Domestic

1990 FORD F-250 4x4, XLT LARIAT, 351 Engine, Automatick, 104k miles, Exc. Cond.

540-421-8822 or 540-298-1443.

2005 FORD F250 SuperDuty 6.0L Turbo Diesel. 4x4, insp. May. 51K, garage kept, great tow vehicle (13,500#). ARE cap. $15,000 obo. Call 434-589-1420.

1999 Mitsubishi Mirage, 151K, insp. in June, runs well, $750 obo.

434-589-1420.

2000 LEXUS RX300 STOCK#9267. AWD, A L L P O W E R , LEATHER, VERY NICE, 105K MILES, $7950. CROWN, O R A N G E V A 1-800-442-2769 www. crownautosales.net 2009 FORD FOCUS SEL SEDAN, 125k miles, moon roof, lthr, Exc. Cond. $4200 obo, 434-227-0743 2012 HYUNDAI ELANTRA LTD, leather, sunroof, new factory engine, exc. cond.

540-885-5331

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675 Pickups

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ABC Licenses {Full name(s) of owner(s):} HH ANATRA LLC Trading as: SEMIFREDDO ITALIAN CUISINE 8687 SUDLEY ROAD, MANASSAS, VIRGINIA 20110 The above establishment is applying to the VIRGINIA ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE CONTROL (ABC) AUTHORITY For a WINE & BEER ON PREMISES; MIXED BEVERAGE license to sell or manufacture alcoholic beverages.

FRANKLIN HERNANDEZ, MEMBER NOTE: Objections to the issuance of this license must be submitted to ABC no later than 30 days from the publishing date of the first of two required newspaper legal notices. Objections should be registered at www.abc.virginia.gov or 800-552-3200.

Full name(s) of owner(s):

SIZZLING WINGS LLC

Trading as: WINGSTOP 476 8803 Centreville Road, Manassas, Prince William, Virginia 20110-5520 The above establishment is applying to the VIRGINIA DEPARTMENT OF ALCHOLIC BEVERAGE CONTROL (ABC) for a BEER ON PREMISES license to sell or manufacture alcoholic beverages.

Mitchell Lowe, President NOTE: Objections to the issuance of this license must be submitted to ABC no later than 30 days from the publishing date of the first of two required newspaper legal notices.

Objections should be registered at www.abc. virginia.gov or 800-552-3200.

Full name(s) of owner(s): The Spanish Wine Importers, LLC Trading as: Well Crafted Wine & Beverage Co. 10110 Battleview Parkway Suite #104 Manassas, Prince William County, Virginia, 20109 The above establishment is applying to the VIRGINIA DEPARTMENT OF ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE CONTROL for a Beer Wholesale License to sell or manufacture alcoholic beverages.

Travis Vernon, President Note: Objections to the issuance of this license must be submitted to ABC no later than 30 days from the publishing date of the first of two required newspaper legal notices. Objections should be registered at www.abc.virginia.gov or 800-552-3200.

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Commonwealth of Virginia VA. CODE §8.01-316 Case No. JJ147604-01-00; PRINCE WILLIAM COUNTY J & DR-JUVENILE ( ) General District County (x) Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Court Commonwealth of Virginia, in re ALAS ORELLANA, AUNER ISREAL The object of this suit is to: TO OBTAIN CUSTODY OF ALAS ORELLANA, AUNER ISREAL It is ORDERED that the defendant appear at the above-named Court and protect his or her interests on or before 01/07/2020; 10:30 AM Constance Eskridge, Deputy Clerk

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Commonwealth of Virginia VA. CODE §8.01-316 Case No. JJ147570-01-00; PRINCE WILLIAM COUNTY J & DR-JUVENILE ( ) General District County (x) Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Court Commonwealth of Virginia, in re RIVAS, JENNIFER The object of this suit is to: TO OBTAIN CUSTODY OF JENNIFER REVAS It is ORDERED that the defendant GERMAN ALEXSANDER RIVAS appear at the above-named Court and protect his or her interests on or before 01/13/2020; 10:30 AM Grace Custer, Deputy Clerk

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING TOWN COUNCIL TOWN HALL, 15000 WASHINGTON STREET, ST. 100 HAYMARKET VA 20169 December 2, 2019 - 7:00 P.M. Notice is hereby given that the Haymarket Town Council will conduct a public hearing for a Special Use Permit at 14850 Washington Street and 14860 Washington Street, to permit 38 townhouse units by special use permit. All interested parties are encouraged to present their views at these hearings. The public hearing will be held on Monday, December 2, 2019, beginning at 7:00 p.m. at the Haymarket Town Hall, 15000 Washington Street, Suite 100, Haymarket, Virginia.

All are invited to attend the Public Hearing at the time and place described above and present their views pertinent to the requested Special Use Permit. Public comments can also be mailed to 15000 Washington Street, Suite 100, Haymarket, Virginia, 20169, or submitted via email to khenry@townofhaymarket.org. A complete copy of the application for the Special Use Permit is available for public inspection during normal business hours at the Town Planner’s Office of the Town of Haymarket immediately upon the advertising of this notice, The Public Hearing is being held in a public facility believed to be accessible to persons with disabilities. Any person with questions on the accessibility to the facility should contact the Clerk of the Council at the above address or by telephone at (703) 753-2600.

BY ORDER OF THE HAYMARKET TOWN COUNCIL

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BY THE TOWN COUNCIL OF THE TOWN OF DUMFRIES, VIRGINIA ON December 3, 2019 at 7:00 PM or as soon thereafter as may be heard Town Council Chambers 17739 Main Street, Suite 200, Dumfries, VA 22026 The Town Council of the Town of Dumfries hereby gives notice of a public hearing for a proposed amendment to the Code of the Town of Dumfries, Chapter 50, to add Article VI regulating the use of motorized bicycles, skateboards, and scooters (shared mobility devices) and requiring a permit fee of $1000 plus $10 per device permitted pursuant to the authority granted in Virginia Code §§15.2-2015 & 46.2-1325.

A copy of this proposed amendment to The Code of the Town of Dumfries is available for review at the Office of the Town Clerk at 17739 Main Street, Suite 200, Dumfries, VA 22026 between the hours of 8:30 AM and 5:00 PM, Monday through Friday. The public hearing will be held in a public facility accessible to persons with disabilities. Any person with questions on the accessibility of the facility or requesting special accommodations for a disability may contact the Town Clerk at 703-221-3400 or dhobgood@ dumfriesva.gov during the hours listed above.

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POLICE AUCTION Auction This Year Will Be On-Line Starting Date December 2, 2019 at propertyroom.com LIST IS SUBJECT TO ADDITIONS OR DELETIONS The Prince William County Police Department receives lost and stolen property which it will return to owner as required by law, upon satisfactory proof of ownership.

If you believe that you have lost property or had property stolen which may now be in the possession of the Prince William County Police, you should contact the Criminal Evidence Section at (703) 792-6165.

ITEM DESCRIPTION Bicycles - Assorted Makes/Sizes Car Accessories Clothing - Assorted Household Items Sports Accessories CD´s - Assorted Tools - Assorted Stereo Equipment Games Mopeds

NOTICE OF DISPOSAL OF UNCLAIMED FIREARMS AND OTHER WEAPONS Pursuant to the provisions of Section 15.2-1721 of the Code of Virginia, as amended, notice is hereby given that the Prince William County Police Department will seek an order from the Circuit Court of this jurisdiction to destroy the below listed unclaimed weapons which have been in the possession of the Police Department for more than one hundred twenty days.

The rightful owners of these weapons may request the return of said weapons by contacting the Property Section of the Police Department at 703-795-6165 within (10) days of this notice. Positive proof of ownership to include make, model, caliber, and serial number is required.

UNCLAIMED WEAPONS Revolvers Semi-Automatic Pistols Rifles Shotguns

Commonwealth of Virginia VA. CODE §8.01-316 Case No. JJ146773-02-00; PRINCE WILLIAM COUNTY J & DR-JUVENILE ( ) General District County (x) Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Court Commonwealth of Virginia, in re TABORA SARMIENTO, DANI OTONIEL The object of this suit is to: TO OBTAIN CUSTODY OF: TABORA SARMIENTO, DANI JJ14677302-00 TA B O R A S A R M I E N TO , D A RW I N JJ146774-02-00 TABORA SARMIENTO, DARLENY JJ1467750-02-00 It is ORDERED that the defendant TABORA FUENTES, OTONIEL appear at the above-named Court and protect his or her interests on or before 01/15/2020; 10:00 AM Helen Cisler, Deputy Clerk

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PRINCE WILLIAM COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS ONE COUNTY COMPLEX COURT PRINCE WILLIAM, VIRGINIA 22192 December 3, 2019 Public Hearings 2:00 p.m.

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Adoption of an Ordinance to Vacate Easements, Buffers, and Areas on the Grace Christian Church, Inc. Property, 17100 Van Buren Road, Dumfries, GPIN 8189-67-8233, and 17150 Van Buren Road, Dumfries, GPIN 8189-76-0162: The easements, buffers, and areas to be vacated were created by deed and plat recorded as Instrument Numbers 200708150093584 and 200708150093585, among the land records of Prince William County, and are more particularly shown on the plat entitled “Plat showing the Vacation of Easements on the Property of Grace Church GPIN 8189-67-8233 and GPIN 8189-76-0162”, prepared by The Engineering Groupe, Inc., and dated October 25, 2019. The easements, buffers, and areas to be vacated include the following: waterline easements, sanitary sewer easements, storm drain easements, stormwater management easement, maintenance access easement, sight distance easement, ingress/egress easements, public combination sanitary sewer and waterline easement, private combination sanitary sewer and waterline easement, buffer areas, Highway Corridor Overlay District (HCOD) buffers, landscape buffers, and permanent conservation areas – Potomac Magisterial District – Development Services Consider a Land Sale Agreement for Approximately Eight and Four Tenths Acres of County-Owned Land: This public hearing is being held to consider the potential sale, at $6.00 per square foot, for a total purchase price of $2,199,344 of 8.415 acres, a parcel of property owned by the Board of County Supervisors, pursuant to the Board’s authority under Section 15.2-1800 et seq. of the Code of Virginia.

The property is identified as 9665 Discovery Boulevard, Manassas, Virginia, 20109, and as Prince William County GPIN 7695-06-6372. The sale is proposed to CEN Properties, LLC for development of headquarters, assembly and warehouse building – Economic Development. Brentsville Magisterial District.

For additional information, contact Andrea P. Madden, Clerk to the Board of County Supervisors, at 703-792-6600. You may appear at the Board of County Supervisors’ Chamber in the McCoart Building, One County Complex Court, Prince William, Virginia, at the designated time to express your views.

ACCESSIBILITY TO PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES: The hearings are being held at a public facility believed to be accessible to persons with disabilities. Any persons with questions on the accessibility of the facility should contact Andrea P. Madden, Clerk to the Board, at One County Complex Court, Prince William, Virginia, or by telephone at (703) 792-6600 or TDD (703) 792-6295. Persons needing interpreter services for the deaf must notify the Clerk to the Board no later than Thursday, November 28, 2019.

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NOTICE PLANNING COMMISSION PUBLIC HEARING CITY OF MANASSAS - CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS, FIRST FLOOR 9027 CENTER STREET December 4, 2019 - 7:00 P.M. Notice is hereby given that the Planning Commission will conduct a public hearing on the following item(s). All interested parties are encouraged to present their views at this hearing.

SUP #2020-01: Firestone Complete Auto Care 8805 Liberia Avenue To consider a special use permit to allow a minor motor vehicle repair use at the 8805 Liberia Avenue (±0.77 acres within the Home Depot parking lot). Additional modifications include a waiver to increase allowable parking from 24 spaces to 32 spaces and to relocate allowable wall signage through a comprehensive sign plan. The property is zoned B-4, General Business and is designated Mathis Corridor and a Gateway/Corridor in the Comprehensive Plan.

PUBLIC HEARING CONTINUED FROM NOVEMBER 13, 2019 Manassas 2040 Comprehensive Plan (CPA #2018-2000) The Commission will continue the previously-advertised public hearing on the draft 2040 Comprehensive Plan before making its recommendation to the Manassas City Council. After the public hearing the Commission may approve, amend and approve, or disapprove the Plan. The Comprehensive Plan is the City’s key policy document for land use, development, housing, infrastructure, transportation, and related economic and social issues. A complete draft of the plan may be examined at the Department of Community Development, City Hall, 9027 Center Street, Room 202, Manassas, VA 20110, and is also available online at: www.manassascity.org/planmanassas This meeting is being held at 9027 Center Street, in a public facility believed to be accessible to persons with disabilities. Any person with questions on the accessibility of the facility should contact the City Clerk at the above address or by telephone at 703/257-8280. Persons needing interpreter services for the deaf must notify the City Clerk no later than 10:00 a.m. on Monday, December 2, 2019.

A copy of the staff report will be available in the Community Development Office and online at www.manassascity.org after 3:00 p.m. on Wednesday, November 27, 2019.

For additional information, contact the Community Development Office at 703/257-8223 or TTY 7-1-1.

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Commonwealth of Virginia VA. CODE §8.01-316 Case No. JJ122991-04-02; PRINCE WILLIAM COUNTY J & DR-JUVENILE ( ) General District County (x) Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Court Commonwealth of Virginia, in re RICHARDSON, ANTONIO ZAQUEL The object of this suit is to: TO OBTAIN CUSTODY OF ANTONIO Z RICHARDSON It is ORDERED that the defendant ANTONIO RICHARDSON appear at the above-named Court and protect his or her interests on or before 01/03/2020; 10:00 AM Helen Cisler, Deputy Clerk

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Commonwealth of Virginia VA. CODE §8.01-316 Case No. JJ147482-01-00; PRINCE WILLIAM COUNTY J & DR-JUVENILE ( ) General District County (x) Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Court Commonwealth of Virginia, in re DAILEY, KAL´EL CHRISTOPHER The object of this suit is to: DETERMINE C U S TO D Y O F D A I L E Y, K A L’ E L CHRISTOPHER (DOB:09/23/2019) PURSUANT TO 16.-241 OF THE 1950 CODE OF VIRGINIA AS AMENDED. It is ORDERED that the defendant UNKNOWN FATHER appear at the above-named Court and protect his or her interests on or before 11/20/2019; 10:00 AM Stephanie Wilson, Deputy Clerk

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Commonwealth of Virginia VA. CODE §8.01-316 Case No. JJ147586-01-00; JJ147587-0100 PRINCE WILLIAM COUNTY J & DR-JUVENILE ( ) General District County (x) Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Court Commonwealth of Virginia, in re EDMONDS, CHLOE MAE The object of this suit is to: TO OBTAIN CUSTODY OF EDMONDS, CHLOE JJ147586-01-00; EDMONDS, DAKARI JJ147587-01-00 It is ORDERED that the defendant DARTANYAN EDMONDS appear at the above-named Court and protect his or her interests on or before 01/06/2020; 10:30 AM Abby Cook, Deputy Clerk

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Commonwealth of Virginia VA. CODE §8.01-316 Case No. JJ147000-01-00; JJ147001-0100; JJ147002-01-00; PRINCE WILLIAM COUNTY J & DR-JUVENILE ( ) General District County (x) Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Court Commonwealth of Virginia, in re ABDALE, MARLEY The object of this suit is to: OBTAIN CUSTODY OF MARLEY ABDALE JJ147000-01-00; LEYLA S. ABDALEJJ147001-01-00; ZAYDEN ABDALE JJ147002-01-00; It is ORDERED that the defendant MANUEL AHMED ABDALE appear at the above-named Court and protect his or her interests on or before 12/17/2019; 10:30 AM Grace E. Custer, Deputy Clerk

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Commonwealth of Virginia VA. CODE §8.01-316 Case No. JJ147155-01-00; PRINCE WILLIAM COUNTY J & DR-JUVENILE ( ) General District County (x) Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Court Commonwealth of Virginia, in re ELEONU, CHISOM OKACHI The object of this suit is to: CUSTODY FOR PURPOSES OF ADOPTION OF CHISOM OKACHI ELEONU It is ORDERED that the defendant EMENIKE ELEONU appear at the above-named Court and protect his or her interests on or before 01/03/2020; 10:00 AM Helen Cisler, Deputy Clerk

Commonwealth of Virginia VA. CODE §8.01-316 Case No. JJ147511-01-00; PRINCE WILLIAM COUNTY J & DR-JUVENILE ( ) General District County (x) Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Court Commonwealth of Virginia, in re SILVA POSADAS, EDRAS A The object of this suit is to: TO OBTAIN CUSTODY OF SILVA POSADAS, EDRAS A It is ORDERED that the defendant POSADAS FUNEZ, GLENIS AMADA appear at the above-named Court and protect his or her interests on or before 12/27/2019; 10:30 AM Constance Eskridge, Deputy Clerk

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Commonwealth of Virginia VA. CODE §8.01-316 Case No. JJ102268-05-00; PRINCE WILLIAM COUNTY J & DR-JUVENILE ( ) General District County (x) Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Court Commonwealth of Virginia, in re BLAND, MARCUS LAMONT, JR The object of this suit is to: TO OBTAIN CUSTODY OF MARCUS LAMONT BLAND, JR. It is ORDERED that the defendant KAREN NICOLE POLLARD appear at the above-named Court and protect his or her interests on or before 01/24/2020; 10:30 AM Grace Custer, Deputy Clerk

Commonwealth of Virginia VA. CODE §8.01-316 Case No. JJ147278-03-00; PRINCE WILLIAM COUNTY J & DR-JUVENILE ( ) General District County (x) Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Court Commonwealth of Virginia, in re MEDINASILVESTRE, SPENCER J The object of this suit is to: TO OBTAIN CUSTODY OF SPENCER J MEDINASILVESTRE It is ORDERED that the defendant LUIS ARTURO MEDINA OCHOA appear at the above-named Court and protect his or her interests on or before 01/02/2020; 10:30 AM Keshara Luster, Deputy Clerk

Commonwealth of Virginia VA. CODE §8.01-316 Case No. JJ145926-03-00; PRINCE WILLIAM COUNTY J & DR-JUVENILE ( ) General District County (x) Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Court Commonwealth of Virginia, in re BALLARD, NEVAEH LONDON The object of this suit is to: TO OBTAIN CUSTODY OF NEVAEH LONDON BALLARD It is ORDERED that the defendant BRITTANY ROCHELLE BALLARD appear at the above-named Court and protect his or her interests on or before 01/13/2020; 10:30 AM Grace Custer, Deputy Clerk

Commonwealth of Virginia VA. CODE §8.01-316 Case No. JJ147592-01-00; PRINCE WILLIAM COUNTY J & DR-JUVENILE ( ) General District County (x) Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Court Commonwealth of Virginia, in re SANTAMARIA BARRIENTOS, JOHANA The object of this suit is to: TO OBTAIN CUSTODY OF JOHANA N SANTAMARIA BARIENTOS It is ORDERED that the defendant DAVID SANTAMARIA VALLLE appear at the above-named Court and protect his or her interests on or before 01/06/2020; 10:30 AM Keshara Luster, Deputy Clerk

Commonwealth of Virginia VA. CODE §8.01-316 Case No. JJ147593-01-00; PRINCE WILLIAM COUNTY J & DR-JUVENILE ( ) General District County (x) Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Court Commonwealth of Virginia, in re SANCHEZ MENDEZ, EILENE The object of this suit is to: TO OBTAIN CUSTODY OF EILENE SANCHEZ MENDEZ It is ORDERED that the defendant JOSE P SANCHEZ REYES appear at the above-named Court and protect his or her interests on or before 12/23/2019; 10:30 AM Keshara Luster, Deputy Clerk

Commonwealth of Virginia VA. CODE §8.01-316 Case No. JJ147603-01-00; PRINCE WILLIAM COUNTY J & DR-JUVENILE ( ) General District County (x) Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Court Commonwealth of Virginia, in re OTERO RIVERA, MAUBRICIO ALEXAN The object of this suit is to: TO OBTAIN CUSTODY OF MAUBRICIO ALEXANDER OTERO RIVERA It is ORDERED that the defendant JUAN ANTONIO OTERO ESCALANTE appear at the above-named Court and protect his or her interests on or before 01/13/2020; 10:30 AM Grace Custer, Deputy Clerk

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Legal Notices ORDER OF PUBLICATION

Commonwealth of Virginia VA. CODE §8.01-316 Case No. JJ147508-02-00; PRINCE WILLIAM COUNTY J & DR-JUVENILE ( ) General District County (x) Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Court Commonwealth of Virginia, in re VALLE RIVERA, HANSON The object of this suit is to: TO OBTAIN CUSTODY OF VALLE RIVERA, HANSON; VALLE RIVERA, CINDY; VALLE RIVERA, MELANIE It is ORDERED that the defendant RIVERA FUENTES, GLENDA L appear at the above-named Court and protect his or her interests on or before 01/06/2020; 10:00 AM Constance Eskridge, Deputy Clerk

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Commonwealth of Virginia VA. CODE §8.01-316 Case No. JJ147380-01-00; JJ147380-0200 PRINCE WILLIAM COUNTY J & DR-JUVENILE ( ) General District County (x) Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Court Commonwealth of Virginia, in re JACKSON, LONDYN RENEE The object of this suit is to: OBTAIN FULL C U S TO D Y A N D V I S I TAT I O N O F LONDYN JACKSON It is ORDERED that the defendant ANTHONY JACKSON appear at the above-named Court and protect his or her interests on or before 01/03/2020; 10:30 AM Abby Cook, Deputy Clerk

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Commonwealth of Virginia VA. CODE §8.01-316 Case No. CJJ37612; CHARLOTTESVILLE J & DR-JUVENILE ( ) General District County (x) Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Court Commonwealth of Virginia, in re a female child born to Monica P. Andrade Charlottesville Dept. of Social Services V Monica P. Andrade & Francisco Alexander Rosales The object of this suit is to terminate the residual parental rights of Monica P. Andrade & Francisco Alexander Rosales, the Mother and the Father of a female child born to Monica P. Andrade on June 17, 2018.

It is ORDERED that the defendants, Monica P. Andrade & Francisco Alexander Rosales, appear in the above-named Court to protect his or her interest on or before 1/14/2020 at 10:00 AM. Amy C. Shifflette, Deputy Clerk

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Commonwealth of Virginia VA. CODE §8.01-316 Case No. JJ144655-02-00; PRINCE WILLIAM COUNTY J & DR-JUVENILE ( ) General District County (x) Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Court Commonwealth of Virginia, in re RUSHBROOK, LORETTA EDNA MAE The object of this suit is to: TO OBTAIN CUSTODY OF RUSHBROOK, LORETTA EDNA MAE It is ORDERED that the defendant UNKNOWN FATHER appear at the above-named Court and protect his or her interests on or before 11/27/2019; 10:00 AM Constance Eskridge, Deputy Clerk

Commonwealth of Virginia VA. CODE §8.01-316 Case No. JJ118211-03-01;JJ118212-0301 PRINCE WILLIAM COUNTY J & DR-JUVENILE ( ) General District County (x) Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Court Commonwealth of Virginia, in re GONZALEZ LOUGHEED, BIANKA C; GONZALEZ LOUGHE, ALEXA LUZ The object of this suit is to: AMEND CUSTODY FOR BIANKA GONZALEZ LOUGHEED; AMEND CUSTODY FOR ALEXA LUZ GONZALEZ LOUGHEED It is ORDERED that the defendant LUIS JOEL GONZALEZ MIRANDA appear at the above-named Court and protect his or her interests on or before 01/06/2020; 10:30 AM Keshara Luster, Deputy Clerk

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Commonwealth of Virginia VA. CODE §8.01-316 Case No. JJ147195-01-00; PRINCE WILLIAM COUNTY J & DR-JUVENILE ( ) General District County (x) Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Court Commonwealth of Virginia, in re CRABTREE, HARMONY FAITH The object of this suit is to: TO OBTAIN CUSTODY OF HARMONY FAITH CRABTREE It is ORDERED that the defendant RANDALL HILLRIEGEL appear at the above-named Court and protect his or her interests on or before 01/06/2020; 10:30 AM Grace Custer, Deputy Clerk

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Commonwealth of Virginia VA. CODE §8.01-316 Case No. JJ147574-01-00; PRINCE WILLIAM COUNTY J & DR-JUVENILE ( ) General District County (x) Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Court Commonwealth of Virginia, in re ARIAS DIAZ, YELITZA S The object of this suit is to: TO OBTAIN CUSTODY OF ARIAS DIAZ, YELITZA S It is ORDERED that the defendant ARIAS REYES, JOSE HENRY appear at the above-named Court and protect his or her interests on or before 01/06/2020; 10:00 AM Constance Eskridge, Deputy Clerk

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Commonwealth of Virginia VA. CODE §8.01-316 Case No. JJ147541-01-00; PRINCE WILLIAM COUNTY J & DR-JUVENILE ( ) General District County (x) Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Court Commonwealth of Virginia, in re MEJIA HOLLAND, LIZAHBELLE LEE The object of this suit is to: TO OBTAIN CUSTODY OF LIZAHBELLE LEE MEJIA HOLLAND It is ORDERED that the defendant DEVIN HOLLAND appear at the above-named Court and protect his or her interests on or before 01/13/2020; 10:30 AM Grace Custer, Deputy Clerk

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Commonwealth of Virginia VA. CODE §8.01-316 Case No. JJ147399-01-00; PRINCE WILLIAM COUNTY J & DR-JUVENILE ( ) General District County (x) Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Court Commonwealth of Virginia, in re RAMIREZ CASTANEDA, ANDRES The object of this suit is to: PETITION FOR CUSTODY OF ANDRES EDGARDO RAMIREZ CASTANEDA It is ORDERED that the defendant EDGARDO ANTONIO RAMIREZ AREVALO appear at the above-named Court and protect his or her interests on or before 01/03/2020; 10:30 AM Abby Cook, Deputy Clerk

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Commonwealth of Virginia VA. CODE §8.01-316 Case No. JJ147459-01-00; PRINCE WILLIAM COUNTY J & DR-JUVENILE ( ) General District County (x) Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Court Commonwealth of Virginia, in re PINEDA MEJIA, DIEGO JESUS The object of this suit is to: TO OBTAIN CUSTODY OF DIEGO J. PINEDA MEJIA It is ORDERED that the defendant JUAN DIEGO PINEDA appear at the above-named Court and protect his or her interests on or before 01/06/2020; 10:30 AM Abby Cook, Deputy Clerk

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

BY THE TOWN COUNCIL OF THE TOWN OF DUMFRIES, VIRGINIA ON December 3, 2019 at 7:00 PM or as soon thereafter as may be heard Located at 17739 Main Street, Suite 200, Dumfries, VA 22026 The Town Council of the Town of Dumfries hereby gives notice of a public hearing regarding an ordinance to Enact Chapter 27 of the Code of The Town of Dumfries, Virginia to create a “Town of Dumfries Commercial Property Assessed Clean Energy (C-PACE) Financing Program,” in accordance with the Commonwealth of Virginia’s Clean Energy Financing Law, § 15.2-958.3 of the Code of Virginia of 1950, as amended. The program will facilitate loans to finance renewable energy production and distribution facilities, energy efficiency improvements, or water usage efficiency improvements in the Town.

All supporting material is available for public inspection at the Office of the Town Clerk at 17739 Main Street, Suite 200, Dumfries, Virginia 22026 between the hours of 8:30 AM and 5:00 PM; M-F. The public hearing is being held in a public facility believed to be accessible to persons with disabilities. Any person with questions on the accessibility of the facility or needing to discuss accommodation of a disability should contact the Town Clerk at 703-221-3400 or dhobgood@dumfriesva.gov, during normal working hours.

Run dates: November 20, 2019 & November 27, 2019

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