Mid March 2014 Warren and Frederick County Report

Page 1

Warren FREE County County Report Report

WarrenCountyVA.com WarrenCountyVA.com

Volume IX, Issue 4 · Early March, 2014 Volume IX, Issue 5 · Mid March, 2014

FrederickCounty.com FrederickCounty.com

Learning from our history Breaking school segregation in 1959

20

‘Slush funds’, budgets & cross planning 4, 6, 7 Titan stats – will winter ever end?

21

18 Volunteered Slavery – youth heroin sentences

Page • Warren & Frederick County Report • Mid March, 2014

Read full issues FREE on www.WarrenCountyVA.com & www.FrederickCounty.com

To advertise in Warren & Frederick County Report, Contact: Alison at alisond@warrencountyreport.com • 540-551-2072 or Angie Buterakos at angie@warrencountyreport.com • 540-683-9197

Public safety

Time to change your clock means time to change your smoke alarm battery Daylight Saving Time begins at 1:59 a.m. Sunday, March 9th. Moving clocks forward one hour means an increase in daylight hours through the fall. It also means it’s time to not only change your clock, but your smoke detector batteries. “Smoke detectors help save lives,� said Richard E. Mabie, Fire Chief. “We suggest making it a tradition that when the clocks change, the battery in your smoke detectors should also change. Replace the battery and then check to be sure the smoke detector is clean and functioning properly.� As we prepare to “spring our clocks forward� this Sunday, the Warren County Department of Fire and Rescue Services wants to remind the community this is the best time to test your home smoke alarms and replace the batteries if more than one year old. Every day in the United States, needless home fire deaths occur. Working smoke alarms significantly increase your chance of surviving a deadly home fire. A properly installed and maintained smoke alarm is the only thing in your home that can alert you and your family to a fire 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Whether you’re

awake or asleep, a working smoke alarm is constantly on alert scanning the air for fire and smoke. In addition to changing your smoke alarm batteries this weekend, the Department recommends you take the opportunity to following these simple steps to protect your life, your loved ones, and your home: • Dust or vacuum smoke alarms when you change the batteries. • Test alarms once a month using the test button. • Replace the entire alarm if it’s more than 10 years old or doesn’t work properly when tested. • Install smoke alarms on every level of your home, including the basement, and both inside and outside of sleeping areas. • For the best protection, equip your home with a combination of ionization and photoelectric smoke alarms or dual sensor alarms. • Make sure everyone in your home understands the warning of the smoke alarm and knows how to respond. • If you or someone you know are not able to check their smoke alarm, change the battery, or are without a working smoke alarm in their home, please contact the Warren County Department of Fire and Rescue Services to receive

4th Annual Spring Equine Extravaganza Discover breeds and disciplines from around the world Opening ceremonies start at 10:00 a.m.

Admission is Free April 6, 2014

Warren County Fairgrounds

Sponsored by: Wrong Turn Trail Riders Hosted by: Skyline Riders Horse and Pet 4H Club

Many things planned for the day, including Mini’s, Carriage Driving, Heather and her Boys and more. Plan to eat, shop and be entertained. Some seating provided, but bring your own chair and spend the day with us. If you would like to participate or would like to set up as a Vendor, please call us or visit our website at: www.wcequineextravaganza.com Debbi Garrett: 540-422-1625 Kelly Smith: 540-305-7466 Jena Kennedy: 540-305-4722

Please leave dogs at home or in your vehicle. WC Humane Society and residents will be on premise

To advertise in your Money call Money 703-565-6870. Tolocal advertise in Mailer your local Mailer call 703-565-6870.

By Richard E. Mabie Warren County Fire Chief

assistance or even get a free smoke alarm(s) for your home. • Finally, prepare and practice an escape plan so that you and your loved ones can get out of your

home safely should there be a fire. Plan to meet in a place a safe distance from the fire and where first responders can easily see you.

For more information on how to protect your family and home from the dangers of a fire; visit the Department at www.warrencountyfire.com or call 540.636.3830.

703-822-5555

540-227-8243 540-227-8128

AireServ.com AireServ.com

Additional Offers

Clean AirFAmIlY Package IS YOuR SuFFeRIng? )NDOOR AIR CAN OFTEN CONTAIN

s #ARBON monoxide s $UST s -OLD s /DOR

s 3MOKE s $ANDER s !LLERGENS s 6IRUSES s "ACTERIA

All which can lead to certain health issues like asthma, headaches, severe allergies, etc.

$

2 FREE PREMIUM PACKAGE* VA,000 LUE! (With purchase of high efficiency system) s 3URGE 0ROTECTION s #ARBON -ONOXIDE -ONITOR s 9EARS OF -AINTENANCE s 0OLARIZED -EDIA &ILTER s 56 "ULB

Aire Serv CAN DELIVER TAILORED SOLUTIONS TO IMPROVE THE INDOOR AIR QUALITY OF YOUR HOME ÂŽ

*This offer cannot be combined with any other discounts or offers. Offer valid at participating locations Limited offer. efficient If your unit is over 10 only. years oldtime a more

49.95

$

Tune-Up and Safety Inspection

Independently owned & operated franchise

24 Months 0% Interest 703-822-5555 540-227-8128

540-227-8243

It is not valid with any other offer, or on a previous purchase. The coupon must be save presented to receive the discount. Expires 4/30/14. unit will often you money in the long run.

25 OFF

$

Any Repair Over $100.

703-822-5555 540-227-8243 540-227-8128

703-822-5555 540-227-8243 540-227-8128

It is not valid with any other offer, or on a previous purchase. The coupon must be presented to receive the discount. Expires 4/30/14.

It is not valid with any other offer, or on a previous purchase. The coupon must be presented to receive the discount. Expires 4/30/14.

For all previous Warren & Page Co. Team Electric’s clients

Call for a free complimentary tune-up and safety inspection of your heating and cooling equipment! Offer only applies to Team Electric’s existing customers in Warren & Page Co. exp.4/30/14

Read full issues FREE on www.WarrenCountyVA.com & www.FrederickCounty.com

Mid March, 2014 • Warren & Frederick County Report • Page

Page • Warren & Frederick County Report • Mid March, 2014

Read full issues FREE on www.WarrenCountyVA.com & www.FrederickCounty.com

Perhaps appropriately, shortly after Tederick’s “slush fundâ€? observations ‌ $95,000 of approximately $800,000 in unencumbered General Fund reserves were unanimously approved by council for allocation to snow removal after this year’s public works funding for that use was exceeded.

Front Royal

After ‘swap’ loss, Tederick resurrects austerity proposals But if there’s no ‘slush fund’ where will snow removal $$$ come from? By Roger Bianchini Warren County Report Just two weeks off his defeat aggressively leading opposition to the Afton Inn-old Town Hall swap, local Republican activist and former Warren County Supervisor Matt Tederick was back before council for another shot at influencing policy directives for the Town of Front Royal. This time it was general budgetary observations dating back to his 2010 tenure as chairman of a socalled “Blue Ribbon� Committee on Finance appointed by council to explore budget issues in the wake of the lost 2009-10 Corridor meals tax lawsuit and an anticipated $1.2-million revenue shortfall in the coming fiscal year. The basic message of that somewhat controversial committee report was restated by Tederick at the Feb. 24, 2014 council meeting – “The town doesn’t have a revenue problem; the town has a spending problem.� During his revisiting of that 2010 message, Tederick also disparaged the town’s General Fund balance, calling it a “slush fund� and suggested council give every citizen a $1,000 rebate on past tax payments to help bring those reserves down. Perhaps appropriately, shortly after Tederick’s “slush fund� observations and tax rebate suggestion, $95,000 of approximately $800,000 in unencumbered General Fund reserves were unanimously approved by council for allocation to snow removal after this year’s public works funding of $75,000 for that use were exceeded by 100 percent plus $20,000 due to the exceptionally cold and wet winter. One can only

guess at citizen reactions were town officials to turn up at their door asking for donations before snow removal or other services could be accomplished after adoption of the sort of pared-back, bare-bones budget Tederick suggests. According to staff, the town’s General Fund Balance is $6.3 million, with only $800,000 considered unencumbered, or not committed to specific uses. Specific uses the $5.5 million of encumbered General Fund balance are committed to include: ¡ $3 million to a mandated 3-month emergency operating balance for the town administration, planning and zoning, police, finance and IT departments;

¡ $1 million obligated to various capital improvements projects, including the town’s share of Leach’s Run Parkway, a new police headquarters and a western connector road (cost of the first two alone is expected to total over $6 million); ¡ $1.1 million for mandated employee retirement benefits; ¡ and $370,000 for add-ons to the existing budget for things like extensions and improvements to the cross-town bike and hiking trail. Among budget concerns the town is wrestling with this year is funding of future capital improvement – 10 years of which the Tederick-chaired 2010 finance committee recommended the town plan for. But in his February 2014 resurrection of the

Warren County Report

Valley Needleworks 0DLQ 6WUHHW ‡ 0LGGOHWRZQ 9$ Your LOCAL Cross Stitch Supply Shop

Incredible selection of Threads & Fibers, Embellishments, Stitchables, Felted Wool, Supplies, Exceptional Service

³1$ 0HHWLQJV´ WR EHJLQ $SULO WK IURP SP

9LVLW ZHEVLWH RU FDOO VKRS IRU GHWDLOV

Alison Duvall Advertising Sales

Cell: (540) 551-2072

alisond@warrencountyreport.com

Warren County Report Angie Buterakos Advertising Sales

Cell: (540) 683-9197

angie@FredCoReport.com

Deal of the Month March 2014

“town has a spending problem, not a revenue problem� theory, Tederick failed to present alternative ideas on how the town might fund such capital improvements his committee recommended they incorporate into future budgets. Be that as it may, Tederick said

he felt a 2014 revisiting of the 2010 finance committee report was advisable because there were now three councilmen (Funk, Tewalt and Hrbek) who didn’t sit through his committee’s budgetary study and recommendations. More specifically, Tederick said he was arguing

EMPLOYMENT Frederick County Report is seeking sales representatives in Winchester and Frederick County. Email: dan@areaguides.com Don’t wait to list - housing inventory is low. It is a great time to sell!

33.64 Acres! $499,000 Escape from the ordinary to a home with lots of character. Spacious Rancher w/ indoor basketball court/ game room. 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, 5547 finished square feet. Built in bookcases. Generator panel & hook up. Central vac. Heated garage floor. Spacious family room in the basement. Also, a finished guest house with electric. 3 bedroom septic, well/septic shared with guest house. Located in Cross Junction.

Spend $25.00 - Receive a Free Chart Spend $50.00 - Receive a Free Chart + 20% Off Fabric

“Woodlawn Road Trip� March 23, 2014 - 9 am to ?? ~Please call the shop for details~

6KRS +RXUV

7XHVGD\ 6DWXUGD\ ‡ DP SP

We look forward to assisting you! ~ Denise, Karen, & Jennifer (YHU\ :HG Âł6WLWFK 1LJKW´ ‡ SP SP

ZZZ YDOOH\QHHGOHZRUNV FRP ‡ ‡ YDOOH\QHHGOHZRUNV#JPDLO FRP

“Always Be Stitching� ~ Jennifer Cave – Owner & Needleworker

Sheila Pack 540-247-1438 Cell

RE/MAX Team Realty, 440 W. Jubal Early Drive, #200 :LQFKHVWHU 9$ ‡ 2I¿FH (DFK 2I¿FH ,QGHSHQGHQWO\ 2ZQHG $QG 2SHUDWHG

www.sheilapack.net Search like the Realtors do!

Read full issues FREE on www.WarrenCountyVA.com & www.FrederickCounty.com

Mid March, 2014 • Warren & Frederick County Report • Page

To advertise in Warren & Frederick County Report, Contact: Angie Buterakos at angie@fredcoreport.com • 540-683-9197 or Alison at alisond@warrencountyreport.com • 540-551-2072 against a proposed 2-cent real estate tax increase under consideration for Fiscal Year 2015. Each penny of real estate tax produces an estimated $110,000 of revenue to the town. Town Manager Steve Burke, whom Tederick acknowledged meeting with in preparation for his Feb. 24 comments, reminded us that annual revenue from a previous 2-cent real estate tax increase, council’s first hike in 12 years, enacted for FY 2012 had been earmarked in equal shares for Leach’s Run Parkway, a western connector road and a facilities study that includes a new police department. So that tax hike has helped accumulate the portion of the General Fund “slush fund” committed to coming capital improvements. Burke said the town now has more accurate numbers on town costs for two of those projects, Leach’s Run Parkway ($2 million to $2.5 million) and a new FRPD headquarters ($4 million), leading council to consider phasing in another 2-cent tax increase in the coming fiscal year to help pay for those projects. Such phased in tax hikes prevent the necessity of one large tax increase when funding for such products actually come due.

But in the budgetary universe Tederick inhabits, such phased-in revenue planning is apparently unnecessary – at least for the town – despite his committee’s recommendation the town create a 10year capital improvements plan. Austerity then, austerity now Conversations with some people then on council or the finance committee indicated a rather one-dimensional council directive to the committee. That directive was make suggestions on how the town could cope with an anticipated $1.2-million revenue shortfall following the lost 522 Corridor meals-tax lawsuit without raising taxes. Of the notion of focusing solely on cuts to maintain a town tax freeze that had already lasted nearly a decade, Councilman Parker observed at the time that the town already had one of the lowest municipal tax rates in the commonwealth. But with its find-cuts-only mandate the committee report read somewhat like a neo-conservative austerity program. Among the directions pointed to as possible ways to cut $1.2 million from the town’s

FY 2011 budget were: · reductions in contributions to civic and cultural programs or agencies, including Samuels Public Library, the Tree Stewards, Blue Ridge Arts Council, public transportation (formerly FRAT bus, now trolley); · delays in equipment replacement; · a draw down of fund reserves; · reductions in employee benefit contributions; · reductions in employee hours; · Freezes or reductions in town operating expenses; · Freezes in hiring or replacing town employees; · Corresponding cuts in town services and the potential privatization of some of those functions. We also noted at the time, “Despite these suggestions to reduce spending and consequently the function of municipal government, there is one suggested addition – raising town employees’ contribution to their health care coverage costs.” So, it is possible some committee recommendations may have largely languished, not from unfamiliarity by subsequent councils, but rather due to the one-dimensional nature of a report relying solely on a solution of cuts to staff, services and op-

Front Royal erations. In 2010, then-Councilman Tom Conkey admitted the council directive to recommend only cuts, but also verbalized reasons not to adopt such a one-dimensional financial strategy in the end. “It is really up to the citizens whether they want to continue to pay for what I consider basic services. I honestly don’t know what services are superfluous. I believe the citizens want the library, clearly they expect police protection. The roads need to be maintained and when it snows, the citizens expect to have them cleared … I think the quality of life is important to our citizens and we have a responsibility to help maintain that quality even if it costs a bit. “As I said, our citizens came out quite vocally and in significant numbers when it was suggested that we cut the library funding and were overwhelmingly against cutting their funding. The library, for instance, provides services to our citizens that help educate our children and help our adults find and qualify for jobs or better jobs. Isn’t that something we should be doing?” Conkey asked following council’s receipt of

the committee’s report on Nov. 15, 2010. So while some recommendations related to due diligence and annual reviews of departmental budgets or third-party contracts have been implemented, those focused solely on cutting expenses related to the staffing and function of municipal government have not. But are such austerity-based notions really worth revisiting four years after the Tederick-chaired committee was asked to explore them under a specific set of economic circumstances that included the impact of the 2008 Great Recession on local citizens? Well, hard-core austerity has worked so well abroad – Greece, Spain, Portugal and Ukraine come to mind in Europe – so HEY, why not here too?!!? After all, shrinking public services and worker benefits, coupled with a private-sector takeover of public service functions and corresponding rises in prices, not to mention a corresponding rise in the suicide rate of an increasingly destitute citizenry, coupled with a civil unrest or civil war makes for more interesting domestic and local news, right?

Page • Warren & Frederick County Report • Mid March, 2014

Read full issues FREE on www.WarrenCountyVA.com & www.FrederickCounty.com

“We’re simply taking data to help formulate plans in town – it’s not binding to the county.� – Bret Hrbek in support of including county land impacts on town growth plans

Front Royal

Council votes to include county land in Comp Plan review FRLP and 522 N. Corridor approved for consideration in planning future By Roger Bianchini Warren County Report Moves to include potential impacts of sections of county land on future growth within the Town of Front Royal created some debate at the Feb. 24 meeting of the town council. ViceMayor Shae Parker made both motions, first to include the 604 acres of Front Royal Limited Partnership land now before the Virginia Commission on Local Government for final approval to be boundary-adjusted into the town limits; and then to do the same with the 522 North Industrial and Commercial Corridor. Despite some opposition both motions passed – though it took Mayor Tim Darr’s tiebreaking vote to approve the 522 Corridor’s inclusion. After his motion to postpone consideration of the FRLP matter to the March 24 meeting failed by a 51 vote, even Councilman Daryl Funk voted for approval of that inclusion. However, on the more controversial matter of the 522 Corridor, council split down the middle – Tewalt, Hrbek, Parker for; Funk, Sayre, Tharpe against. In explaining his vote of support, the mayor explained “the corridor does impact us, so I’m going to vote for it.� During the debate on both proposals, the vice mayor assured all concerned that his intention was not to try and dictate growth decision about county land to the county, but simply allow town planners to consider potential impacts of development on county land on the town, its

We give your pets the

growth patterns, service availability and business community. That the FRLP land was approved seemed a simple matter since both the town and Warren County have approved the boundary adjustment proposed by FRLP principal David Vazzana as part of a three-way Voluntary Settlement Agreement submitted to the state. Despite the apparent obviousness of that move with the land expected to be approved by the state to be adjusted into the town limits within the year, Funk suggested caution. He stated the opinion that since the land wasn’t actually in town, the county should first be consulted and agree on the property’s inclusion in the town Comprehensive Plan review. Siding with Parker, Hrbek disputed the necessity of such a requirement. “We’re simply taking data to help formulate plans in town – it’s not binding to the county,� Hrbek pointed out. “This is a delaying tactic in my opin-

ion,� Parker said of Funk’s request for a postponement. “The county is going to say that don’t want Front Royal plans to be binding on them – what’s the point behind this?� With no one supporting his motion to delay, even Funk ended up voting to allow the inclusion. “Again, there’s no binding effect,� Parker said in introducing his motion to make a similar inclusion of the 522 Corridor in the town’s Comp Plan review process – a process he pointed out occurs only every five years. Of the more widespread concern on this one, Tom Sayre noted, “This is a political hot potato issue.� That hot potato follows several years of impasse between the town and county on disbursement of corridor revenues following the town’s lost 2009 PILOT fee lawsuit brought by the corridor’s three chain restaurants. And while the county has slowly moved toward direct compensation to the town for an estimated $800,000 in lost meals-tax-based revenue by taking on town funding

TROOP 22 MULCH SALE! $4g

a ba

10 bag minimum outside of Stephens City (delivered). All proceeds support Boy Scout Troop 22.

BIG 3 cu. ft. bags

delivered to your home! Pre-sales start NOW! DELIVERIES START 3/23/2014 Email your order to: troop22events@yahoo.com

540-247-2140

Love, Care & Respect

they deserve...

Saturday, March 8 and March 15, come support the Girl Scouts - as they sell cookies here at our shop! If you don’t want the cookies for yourself, they have the ability to send them overseas to our troops! So, come out and buy some cookies!

918 John Marshall Hwy, Front Royal (in front of UPS)

540-622-8085

www.ShearElegancePetBoutique.com

of both the library and EDA (an annual total of about $200,000) in the past year or so, the slow movement toward what some town officials believe should be a full reexamination of current corridor revenues and municipal compensation has raised the specter of potential town annexation of the corridor. “This is not annexation related,� Parker said trying to take some of the heat off the potato in hand. However, Funk countered that for any combined planning effort to be meaningful the county should be involved on the front end, even before looking at county development impacts on the town. Hrbek again sided with Parker, reiterating that the town wasn’t attempting to impose growth plans on the county, simply take corridor growth and development into consideration

as the town plans for its future. However, Funk disagreed on the more volatile corridor, this time taking two votes with him. But the mayor sided with the “doesn’t hurt to take it all into consideration� side in breaking the tie for inclusion.

John Kovac harpist/harp maker • Harp lessons • Guitar lessons • Harps for sale

Playing at weddings is my specialty!

Call 635-2534 or

visit web site: johnkovac.com

“lf it ain’t broke, don’t fix itâ€? That’s good advice for just about anything, including your insurance. If you think your insurance agency and company are doing a good job for you, why change? But if you’re looking for something more ...something special...check out what we can offer as an agency of the State Auto Insurance Companies. ‡ )XOO PXOWLSOH OLQH SURGXFW facilities... business, home, auto ‡ 3UHIHUUHG UDWHV IRU PDWXUH VDIH GULYHUV ‡ &RPSUHKHQVLYH KRPHRZQHUV SODQV ZLWK EXLOW LQ FRYHUDJH ÂłH[WUDV´ ‡ 6SHFLDO SULFLQJ DGYDQWDJHV LQFOXGLQJ an Auto/Home Discount if you have both policies with State Auto Companies ‡ $ FRPPLWPHQW WR VHUYLFH WKDWÂśV SURPSW concerned and responsive

Get the right coverage at the right price

Call

Jim Kenney Insurance Agency

540.635.9007 Representing

Insurance Companies

Frederick

Read full issues FREE Report on www.WarrenCountyVA.com & www.FrederickCounty.com County

Warren Frederick County

Report County Report

Frederick County

Report

Warren & Frederick County Report 122 W 14th Street, PMB 20 Front Royal, VA 22630

Member Virginia Press Association

Readership:

26,000 and growing Press releases should be emailed to: briefs@warrencountyreport.com Publisher & Editor-in-Chief: Daniel P. McDermott editor@warrencountyreport.com Roger Bianchini Senior Writer (540) 635-4835 rogerb@warrencountyreport.com Reporter: Sue Golden Copy Editor: Laura Biondi editor@warrencountyreport.com Feature Writer: Carol Ballard crawford0905@gmail.com

Despite the positive tax impact of the Dominion power plant nearing operational status, that “nearing-completionâ€? scenario is also what is accounting for a big chunk of the projected $400,000 in lost sales tax revenue ‌ as the Zachry work force packs up and heads home ‌

By Roger Bianchini Warren County Report

On March 4, the Warren County Board of Supervisors discussed a looming $3.4-million Fiscal Year 2015 local and state revenue shortfall. Preliminary numbers presented showed a proposed non-school budget of $45,183,663, an approximate $4.2-million increase over FY 2014’s non-school allocation. The county has yet to plug in final school numbers for the coming year. Last year local funding accounted for $20.7-million of a total public school budget of $49,906,761. So far, the county is working with a preliminary number of $20,604,593 in local appropriations to public schools in FY 2015. At this point the county is projecting General Fund revenues of $62,376,776 in FY 2015 with $65,788,256 necessary to balance the budget, even at this preliminary stage. Among factors cited in the consequent $3.4-million revenue shortfall are: ¡ a $400,000 loss in county sales tax revenue (from $4-million in FY 2014 to $3.6-million projected in FY 2015);

¡ a $1,130,859 shortfall in Warren County Sheriff ’s Office revenue from the state due to a reclassification of employees following the opening of the RSW Regional Jail and closing of the county jail;

¡ the sheriff ’s office will see other impacts due to the switchover from a county to regional jail in the coming year, including a total of $225,000 lost, $170,000 in work-release fees and $30,000 in jail charges; ¡ a $25,000 reduction in courthouse security revenue from a reduction in case numbers throughout the local court system (a $10 portion of court costs goes to security); ¡ a nearly $40,000 loss in parks & rec users fees; ¡ initial staff projections also showed no surplus carryover funds from the current fiscal year, compared to $848,500 carried over into last year’s budget from FY 2013; ¡ and if all that’s not enough to break the bank, our favorite shortfall was a projected $2 (two dollar) decrease in airport hangar rental fees – go fig-

ure. And while revenue from the Dominion Power electrical generating facility under construction in the county’s northside corridor will jump by $3-million (from $1 million to $4 million) this year, County Administrator Doug Stanley explains that additional revenue has already been incorporated into specific budget areas. The county is anticipating a total of $5-million in annual tax revenue from the power plant once it is operational and producing electricity for the ever-expanding Eastern Corridor by 2016. Despite the positive tax impact of the power plant nearing operational status, that “nearing-completion� scenario is also what is accounting for a big chunk of the projected $400,000 in lost sales tax revenue. That is because the power plant work force, largely imported by Dominion’s Texas-based contractor Zachry, and topping out at over 1600 workers (estimated 70 percent from out of the area) will be packing up and heading home – or on to the next Dominion project. The out-of-town portion of the smaller RSW Regional Jail construction crew will also be packing it in, and taking their retail purchasing

Accepting new patients for adult primary care, preventative medicine and women’s health

Advertising Sales Representatives: Alison Duvall: (540) 551-2072 alisond@warrencountyreport.com Angie Buterakos: (540) 683-9197 angie@fredcoreport.com Billing Coordinator: Pam Cole: billing@warrencountyreport.com Graphic Design & Layout: Jeff Richmond layout@warrencountyreport.com

Gauthami Gondy, MD Lori Cobern, RN, MSN, FNP-BC

Contributors: Malcolm Barr Sr. Ryan Koch, Cartoonist Extraordinaire Kevin S. Engle, Humor Columnist Leslie Fiddler, Writer

This publication is proudly printed on 100% recycled paper with soy-based ink.

Warren County

County ponders FY 2015 revenue shortfall of $3.4 million

National & Agency Advertising: Alison Duvall: (540) 551-2072 editor@warrencountyreport.com

If you are interested in contributing articles to our paper, please e-mail: editor@warrencountyreport.com

Mid March, 2014 • Warren & Frederick County Report • Page

Call 540-635-0800 Same-day appointments available

FRONT ROYAL INTERNAL MEDICINE ASSOCIATES 9GUV VJ 5VTGGV r (TQPV 4Q[CN 8# A

PHYSICIAN PRACTICE

dollars with them. But the county has known the retail-buying bump in sales tax revenue from construction crews was a shortterm benefit although, at least in the case of the private-sector power plant, the long-term tax benefits will more than compensate for that lost work force purchasing power. There appear to be other balancestretching factors at play as the county goes deeper into its FY-15 budget. One is a $3.97-million increase in capital improvement outlays (from $8,183,089 to $12,157,885). That is due in large part to coming contributions to Leach’s Run Parkway and the second public middle school. The latter is needed to take capacity-inducing eighth graders out of the high schools, as well as split up a sixth and seventh-grade student population that is also approaching design parameters at Warren County Middle School. In addition to the local and state shortfalls there is also a reduction in federal funding to the county projected. Most prominently is a $206,661 reduction (from $1,587,641 to $1,380,980) in Department of Social Services Public Assistance funding. In all, a $307,186 (17-percent) reduction in federal funding was forecast. The balance of that reduction includes $105,525 lost when a “Build America Bond� issue was refinanced. The county’s budget work session and meeting schedule continues on March 11, with a public hearing on the completed budget proposal slated for a Special Meeting on April 8 and a vote on approval of the budget set for the April 15 regular meeting of the board of supervisors. Not sure if we should read anything into the coincidence of that vote being scheduled on the federal tax filing deadline – since staff assures us no hike in the existing 59-cent real estate tax rate has yet been proposed.

Letters to the Editor are welcome but must include the author’s name and town and should be emailed to: editor@warrencountyreport.com

Page • Warren & Frederick County Report • Mid March, 2014

Read full issues FREE on www.WarrenCountyVA.com & www.FrederickCounty.com

To advertise in Warren & Frederick County Report, Contact: Alison at alisond@warrencountyreport.com • 540-551-2072 or Angie Buterakos at angie@warrencountyreport.com • 540-683-9197

Community

House of Hope will host an Empty Bowl Supper March fundraiser gives Community the opportunity to experience a soup line and support the men’s shelter By Carol Ballard Warren County Report This winter has been a trying one for many of us, but it has been particularly hard on the homeless. House of Hope, the only homeless shelter serving men in Warren County, is hoping to shore up its reserves by holding an “Empty Bowl Supper� again this year in Front Royal on March 28, at the Warren County Community Center at 538 Villa Avenue. “We’re doing the best we can. This winter has been harder on the men. We took some in and put them on mats or the couch because of the cold. It’s also hard on the men who work outdoors. They’ve been strong even though it’s been tough, and do what they have to do,� said Siggi Hepp-Dax, the shelter’s board president. House of Hope, the 24 hour facility at 724 Warren Avenue in Front Royal, provides care from short-term to maximum six-month long-term stays.

Services also include case management, consultation, job counseling and referrals. The outreach and support on all levels, provides nurture for not only the men’s bodies, but for their minds and souls as well. “As a person who nearly froze and starved, I can tell you the difference between House of Hope and the street is the difference between Heaven and Hell,� testified former resident J.L.R. whose full story and others can be accessed on House of Hope’s website. The 16-person shelter took in two extra men once in January, and in February, approximately 11 days were to capacity or over. “We are treating this extreme weather as an emergency situation�,� noted Hepp-Dax. And even for those who can’t sleep there at night, House of Hope staff will provide them with food and clothes. The men can also take showers and do their laundry. There are other organizations besides the men’s shelter, like Warren County’s C-Cap (Congregational-

DJ SERVICE

Community Action Project) and churches who are dedicated to help with the expense of motel rooms, but since the dissolving of Warren County’s women’s shelter, those organizations have had the burden of the women and children to deal with. Resources for the men’s shelter are very much needed to keep them operating at their excellent level. The Empty Bowl Supper will help with the shelter’s expenses and will give the general population the experience of standing in a soup line with their friends, family and other community members for a fun and interesting evening. The price of a ticket to the event includes a handmade pottery bowl, which can be used for the dinner and then taken home. These will be filled with samples of a variety of delicious soups provided by several generous local restaurant owners who have lent their fabulous chefs and their gourmet creations for the occasion. Restaurants and their chefs include:

Come play the best 9 hole course in the Valley!

Front Royal’s Soul Mountain Cafe and its chef Gary Kearney; Joe’s Steakhouse is represented by Terrence “Bucko� Lyon; and Flint Hill’s Griffin Tavern will send Chef Rachel Rowland. Beautiful, handmade bowls have been created especially for this event and donated by Hands to Create and the Kiln Doctor, both Front Royal businesses. Homemade breads and freshly baked cookies will also be offered, and a variety of services, treatments, gifts and works of art have been generously donated by local community business owners, service providers, experts, artists, and craftsmen for auctioning. Warren County High School’s Jazz Band will be on hand to play as part of the evening’s fun. The Empty Bowl Supper will be held at 4:30 p.m. on Friday, March 28, at the Warren County Community Center at 538 Villa Avenue in Front Royal. Tickets must be reserved by March 14. Adult tickets are $25, students are

703 309-1707

Donahoe’s Florist St. Patrick’s Day ~ Mar. 17th

540-635-2815 1-800-806-5182

250 South Royal Ave Jean Rudacille, Owner

Welcoming All as Neighbors

Sunday Services 8:00 a.m. 10:30 a.m. www.CalvaryEpiscopalChurch.org

#VTJOFTT )PNF $FMM

THARPES GARAGE & TOWING

Call for more information

(540) 636-9061

www.warrencountyva.net

8& 4&-- 64&% $"34 1"354 t ".&3*$" #-&44 (0% %FBMFS i1&"/65w

,FOESJDL -O t 'SPOU 3PZBM

“Serving The Valley with High-tech Dentistry and Old-fashioned Service�

Thomas Family Dentistry, PC

General Dentistry & Orthodontics

NEW LOCATION!

Less than 1 mile from I-81

We have Shamrocks & Green Carnations too!!

Order your flowers Early!

132 North Royal Avenue Front Royal, VA 22630 Phone: 540-635-2763

40 Years in Business

Warren County residents receive a 10% discount on greens and cart fees. Bring your driver’s license or other proof of residency for discount.

* Mobile DJ and Emcee * 35 Years Experience * * Specializing In Weddings and Corporate Events * * Wide Variety Music Of Your Choice *

Calvary Episcopal Church

We Buy Cars, Trucks & Farm Tractors

Conveniently located just off I-66 in the beautiful Shenandoah Valley!

New Weekday Afternoon Golf Rate $12 w/o cart • $22 w/ cart 18 holes including green fees. Monday through Friday after 3:00pm

$15 and children are $5. The Empty Bowl Supper Flyer with a form to fill out may be downloaded at the House of Hope website at www. warrencountyhomeless.org. There is also space on the flyer for a cash donation without attendance at the event. Every donation is welcome. For information call Siggi HeppDax at 540-631-0956. House of Hope is located at 724 Warren Ave., Front Royal. Call 540-635-2466, email warrencountyhomeless@yahoo.com, or visitwarrencountyhomeless.org

Dr. Stephen J. Thomas DDS Dr. Kenneth J. Thomas DDS NEW PATIENTS WELCOME!

All Phases of Dentistry Including: • Cleanings And Exams • Invisalign • Orthodontics • Extractions • Partials And Dentures • Implants

Patient Friendly Payment Plans Available

HOURS: Mon. Wed. Thurs. 7am - 5pm Tues. 9 - 7 • Fri. 7 - 2 (every other)

See Our Website for Monthly Promotions

540-465-3980

33820 Old Valley Pike (Rt. 11) • Strasburg, VA 22657

www.thomasfamilydentistry.com

Read full issues FREE on www.WarrenCountyVA.com & www.FrederickCounty.com

Mid March, 2014 • Warren & Frederick County Report • Page

Loving Arms Assisted Living presents:

SPOTLIGHT ON

John Mathias John Mathias was born in 1927, in Littlestown, PA. He was an only child. In 1950 John married his wife, Carolyn Mummert. They were married for 50 years. John and Carolyn had 3 children. John was active at St. Matthew’s Church in Hanover, PA. He had his own television and electric sales and service business. John is interested in classical music, electronics, history, model trains, chemistry, airplanes, computers, gardening, stamp collecting, reading and could fix anything but a broken heart. He played the accordion, recorder and sousaphone in high school. John is a quiet man, great listener and a night owl. Right now, his biggest joys are peppermint patties and shrimp. John walking Cathi down the isle

John & Carolyn’s wedding photo. 1950

(Written by John’s daughter, Cathi Morrison) Spending Christmas with John

Dear Ladies, Thank you for the care and attention given to my mother. We appreciate all your efforts to keep her safe and comfortable. You did a great job. Thank you so much. ~ Marlene, John & Lea

We at Loving Arms are dedicated to providing a nurturing family environment where individuals can continue their life journey with dignity, respect & integrity. Come be a part of our family and remember we are:

“Growing together one life at a time.”

Shelly Cook RN, Owner Administrator

Dear Ryan, I wanted to thank you for all your help this last year with mom. I know you went above and beyond to accomodate her, and quite often indulged her in just listening. Thank you, Thank you~ I wish you continued success in your job, and a prosperous future for you and your family. ~ Marianne

Take a virtual tour at www.lovingarmsva.com For reservations, brochure & to schedule a personal tour, call 540-635-7923

103 Lee Burke Road, Front Royal, VA Directions: From Front Royal take 340 S., turn right onto Rt. 619 (Rivermont Dr.), Go approx. 3 mi., turn left just past Mark’s Automotive onto Rt. 618 (Lee Burke Rd.), Loving Arms is ahead on left.

Page 10 • Warren & Frederick County Report • Mid March, 2014

Read full issues FREE on www.WarrenCountyVA.com & www.FrederickCounty.com

To advertise in Warren & Frederick County Report, Contact: Alison at alisond@warrencountyreport.com • 540-551-2072 or Angie Buterakos at angie@warrencountyreport.com • 540-683-9197

Community

Swing Machine Big Band brings world-class sound to Front Royal Swing band and DJ emcee services provide versatile accompaniments to life’s major events

Swing Machine in concert By Carol Ballard Warren County Report With 35 years of disc jockey and emcee experience and almost a lifetime of playing music, Geoff Peterson’s creation of a DJ business, called SoundSational DJ and an 18-piece swing band named Swing Machine, was a logical step. He has filled his band with some of the finest musicians in the country and it’s based right here in Front Royal. “This is not your grandparents Big Band; we play contemporary as well as Swing Jazz,” said Geoff. At a recent interview, held in one of Front Royal’s restaurants, Geoff and his wife and Laura-who is also the band’s manager-simultaneously and

enthusiastically described and praised their band and DJ service. Geoff ’s complementary SoundSational DJ business suits clients who want a range of music. “No band can play all genres of music and do it well-so the DJ can play the original songs. We have 20,000 songs in our library and can play during band breaks,” said Geoff. “That’s a great time to play songs from our library. People like to hear how it sounds on the radio,” explained Laura. Geoff ’s successful DJ radio broadcast career was under the stage name “Jeff Davis”. He worked in and around Washington D.C. for stations WMZQ, Q102, WAVA, and WPGC in the mid70s when disco and DJs were popular, he said.

Both Laura and Geoff are accomplished musicians who play trumpet and flugelhorn in the band. Their history began with meeting in a music theory class on the first day of school at Osbourn High School in Manassas many years ago. Their base is Warren County now. “We’ve lived in Front Royal for a number of years and we both like it here and like the life style. People are more friendly, and it’s a much nicer community out here than in greater Washington,” said Geoff. In the last five years, they’ve both been playing with the Front Royal American Legion Community Band and with the Kernstown United Methodist Church Wind Ensemble for various special fundraising concerts. Both the DJ services and big band are available for private Christmas parties, corporate events and weddings. A complete entertainment package is on offer, including emcee services such as announcing speakers, the toasts at weddings, or the first dance of the bride and groom. “We can play all types of music but we focus on Swing, like Glenn Miller, and Count Basie,” said Geoff. The music selections can be customized for any occasion. For a wedding, along with traditional music,

there could be a ‘trumpet voluntary’, or a solo for the procession, or trio for cocktails or a combo. Swing Machine has been a dream of Geoff and Laura’s for a while, and finally forming the band five years ago was a thrill.

“This is one of the things we always wanted to do, like a ‘bucket list’ item. Guys from bands I thought were tremendous are now playing in mine. Also, I wanted to play at the professional level. While playing with the community band is very fulfilling, we

Ask about our other Weight Loss programs!

Georgia Rossiter Attorney At Law

Physician Supervised Weight Loss Center

3KRQH )D[

- Phentermine Program -

31 South Braddock Street

First phentermine appointment for $199 Cost includes all bloodwork, ekg, vital signs, office visit with provider to get the prescription, and 4 weekly Lipo-B12 injections and body composite analysis. Total value of this package is approx. $600! Phentermine Patient must mention code (Phent123)

&RQFHQWUDWLQJ ,Q )DPLO\ /DZ 'LYRUFH &KLOG &XVWRG\ 6XSSRUW

842 N. Shenandoah Ave. Front Royal, VA 22630 540-636-9100

8712 Sudly Rd. Manassas, VA 20110 703-579-0650

www.VaMedWeightLoss.com

Read full issues FREE on www.WarrenCountyVA.com & www.FrederickCounty.com

Mid March, 2014 • Warren & Frederick County Report • Page 11

To advertise in Warren & Frederick County Report, Contact: Angie Buterakos at angie@fredcoreport.com • 540-683-9197 or Alison at alisond@warrencountyreport.com • 540-551-2072

knew we wanted a band with professional players,” said Geoff. And they have achieved that. A majority of their band members have played with top musicians and bands. For example, one of their jazz trumpeters is a principal for the National Symphony Pops Band, their drummer is retired from the Glenn Miller orchestra, another trumpet player also plays with the Navy Commodores, and their piano player is retired from the Airmen of Note (the “Note”) and is now a professor at GMU. Another guitarist is a Jazz professor at Shenandoah University and also retired from the “Note”. Their vocalist was also with the “Note” and was nominated for a Grammy for her debut album after she retired. A recent addition to the band is the 2011 winner of America’s Got Talent,

singer Landau Eugene Murphy Jr. of Logan, West Virginia, who is scheduled to perform with them in concerts later this spring in Manassas, Martinsburg and Culpeper. These concert dates will include vocalists from the Drifters, the Platters, and the Temptations. “We’d like to land Murphy for a full-time singer with the band. He’s very talented, personable, and a goodlooking young man,” said Laura. The band’s staff includes: Geoff as bandleader; Staff arranger and Saxophone player is Brian Kidd, who was composer/arranger for the Navy Band; Laura is the band’s manager and Pete BarenBregge is their music director. “There is a high quality of musicianship. All are of national caliber,” Geoff said with pride. With many of the players being

Is a slow drain, running toilet or leaky faucet driving you crazy?

Call me for a free estimate.

JP Plumbing

540.683.6103

All Types of Repairs and Services: Hot Water Heaters, Disposals, Faucets, Toilets, Drains, Repiping, Small Remodeling Jobs Over 30 Years Experience • Dependable & Reliable Virginia Master Plumber/Master Gas Fitter Licensed & Insured

Reasonable Rates NO EXTRA CHARGE FOR EVENINGS AND WEEKENDS

plumbing1@embarqmail.com

Community

Swing Machine’s Saxophone section former military musicians from the U.S. Army, U.S. Navy, U.S. Air Force and U.S. Marine Corps in the band, they are happy and proud to play for the Honor Flights that bring the Second World War veterans to see their World War II Memorial in Washington D.C. “We played on the concourse at the airport for the veterans and when we played their service songs, some stood to attention from their wheel chairs,” said Geoff. “We play because want to. Nothing touches our hearts more than to pay back vets for what they have done for the country,” Laura said. She added that it really brings smiles to the faces of veterans who were surprised that the band would be there. Most of the men are in their 80s or 90s and some of them dance, and have tears in their eyes when they see 200 people there on the concourse to welcome them.

“The band volunteers their time to play for the Honor Flights. We always make room in our schedule to play benefits for vets and causes such as for children with cancer,” she said. “The most interesting part of this is that Swing Machine is as good as any band found in the major markets and cities and it’s in Front Royal,” added Geoff. Dates of upcoming Appearances are: March 7 - Breitbart News Network, Washington, D.C. April 5 - Hylton Performing Arts Center’s Annual Fundraiser in Manassas April 26 - Swing Machine with Landau Eugene Murphy, Jr., at the State Theatre in Culpeper April 26-Military Ball for the Mid­ Atlantic Shrine Association Legions of Honor at the Eisenhower Hotel and Conference Center in Gettysburg, PA April 27 - Swing Machine with Landau Eugene Murphy, Jr. at Hylton Per-

forming Arts Center in Manassas April 29 - Blues Alley in Washington D.C.’s Big Band Jam 2014, Swing Machine with Columbia Jazz Band May 16 - Swing Machine concert at Osbourn Park High School in Manassas Call Laura Peterson at 703 3683422, Geoff Peterson at 703-3091707, email geoffreypetersoncfii@ hotmail.com, or swing.machine@ hotmail.com, or visit www.swingmachineband.com, and find on Facebook as Swingmachineband The band’s CD “Midlife Crisis” is available on amazon.com as a download Visit of Winner of America’s Got Talent Landau Eugene Murphy, Jr. at www.landaumurphyjr.com. Send your brief news items to briefs@warrencountyreport.com

Professional All Breed Grooming Pet Daycare & Boarding Center ‘Self Serve t a Gre Pet Wash’ EW Nocation!! L

We’re the ONLY one around!!

Bargin Prices!! Clean, neat & tidy... You leave the mess behind!

Same dependable service for 25 years

Visit us and see our new facilities! Mon - Sat. 8am-6pm / Sun. 4pm-6pm

450 S. Commerce Ave. Front Royal VA

540-635-9160 — Grooming 540-635-4669 — Boarding & Daycare

Page 12 • Warren & Frederick County Report • Mid March, 2014

Read full issues FREE on www.WarrenCountyVA.com & www.FrederickCounty.com

To advertise in Warren & Frederick County Report, Contact: Alison at alisond@warrencountyreport.com • 540-551-2072 or Angie Buterakos at angie@warrencountyreport.com • 540-683-9197

Community

Discovering Warren County: Valley Finds a true valley find By Ken Thurman Warren County Report Kathy Soranzo, the owner of “Valley Finds� was quick to point out that Valley Finds is not an antique shop but rather it is an interior and gift shop that features collectibles, vintage repurposed items and some antiques. Kathy, an area resident since 2003, opened her shop in September 2009. Her late husband had picked the area because of friends in the area and their love of canoeing. A former D.C. restaurant chef, she met and worked with Vincenzo (Osteria 510) at restaurant Galileo. She started Valley Finds as an outgrowth of her hobby: going to auctions, thrift stores, and yard sales. Since moving from downtown to her current location at 505 South Royal Avenue (corner of Route 55 and Royal Avenue), she concentrated on filling the three floors of the chalet style building with a wide variety of unique repurposed and vintage finds. I asked her what con-

Kathy Soranzo takes a break at Valley Finds stituted “repurposed� and she showed me some of the coolest items I had seen in ages. Imagine the drive shaft and fly wheel from a car turned into

#1 in Listings Sold for Weichert - VA, Maryland and DC

Beth Medved Waller Lead Agent & Owner Top Office Producer 2007-2013 #1 Agent in Sales & Sold Listings

5FBN 8BMMFS QSPWJEFT JUT MPDBM DPNNVOJUZ XJUI FEVDBUFE BOE FYQFSJFODFE SFBM FTUBUF QSPGFTTJPOBMT XIP GPDVT PO WBMVF FYQFSUJTF BOE SFTVMUT XIJMF NBJOUBJOJOH USVF SFMBUJPOTIJQT XJUI UIFJS DMJFOUT

+PJO VT JO EPJOH JU UIF Waller Way!

540-671-6145

824 John Marshall Hwy Front Royal, VA Licensed in Virginia

CFUI!UFBNXBMMFS DPN t XXX 5FBN8BMMFS DPN Find my video on WarrenCountyVa.com keyword REALTOR

Winter Loan Special

a nifty coat rack or a camshaft from a car turned into a table or a kitchen island from an old work bench. These creations from the mind and talented artistry of Dale Weller are but a few of the finds. She continues to search for new products and even uses “pickers�, people that scan the area for merchandise to resell to dealers like her. Kathy told me that approximately 50% of her business is furniture, 25% lady’s clothes, and 25% small things like glassware and cards. In addition to Dale’s creations, Kathy sells a lot of painted furniture (that she meticulously crafts herself ), bedroom furniture, and quilts which dominate the lower floor of the store. The upper floor of the store is dedicated to designer label lady’s clothes at bargain prices, while the main floor features a variety of goodies including Dale’s. Kathy is passionate about the area and the things our area has to offer. She plans to team with local restaurants and wineries to have monthly wine and

A Day at Clem’s Garage

food tastings and to work with local artisans and growers using the expansive wraparound deck on her facility. Everyone going to the National park, State park, or Skyline/Luray caverns from Front Royal passes by her location. She hopes that by doing so she will give “day trippers� a reason to stop

here instead of passing through and thus, promote the local area. To find out more or to seek out your own “finds� visit Kathy on the web at www.ValleyFinds.com, on Facebook at www.facebook.com/valleyfinds, by email at Kathy@valleyfinds.com, or by phone at (540) 622-6200.

By Doug Dellinger

Borrow up To $3000

For 30 months at 3.00% and the approximate payment is $103.98 Rate subject to change without notice. Membership required. 4XDOLĂ€FDWLRQV DSSO\ $35 $QQXDO 3HUFHQWDJH 5DWH

Garage

For more information visit:

www.frontroyalfcu.org

540-635-7133

Federally insured by NCUA

Clem’s

230 N Royal Avenue, Front Royal 113 South Street, Front Royal

5170 Main St. Stephens City 540-869-1595

Read full issues FREE on www.WarrenCountyVA.com & www.FrederickCounty.com

Mid March, 2014 • Warren & Frederick County Report • Page 13

To advertise in Warren & Frederick County Report, Contact: Angie Buterakos at angie@fredcoreport.com • 540-683-9197 or Alison at alisond@warrencountyreport.com • 540-551-2072

Community

Discovering Warren County: Beau Monde Boutique “A beautiful worldâ€? clude interior decorators, designers, and just plain collectors looking for unusual, exotic, and visually stimulating eclectic pieces. So why Front Royal? Cassandra told me that she used to come out here to go hiking and fishing. She like many of us migrated westward from D.C to Arlington, to Falls Church and then Front Royal. She is not only passionate about her craft but about our area and in improving Downtown Front Royal and Main Street. Her hobbies include shopping for antiques, sky diving, skiing, and cycling. I encourage everyone to stop by her shop and marvel at the rare and beautiful objects she has on display. You can also find her on eBay, Facebook, Four Square, Twitter, and Pinterest. You can also reach her by phone at (202) 246-1007 or by email at CassandraEckert@yahoo.com. Her tagline says it all: “Beau Monde Boutique – Antiques, Cool Stuff & Collectibles‌

0DLQ 6WUHHW ‡ )URQW 5R\DO 9$

Showtimes: 622-9997 Here at Beau Monde Boutique is Cassandra Eckert By Ken Thurman Warren County Report In my quest to explore and understand the world of antiques I visited with Cassandra Eckert who owns Beau Monde, which is French for “beautiful world�. And a beautiful and

Downtown’s Favorite Live Music Venue

Mar. 7 - Impeached Mar. 8 - The Braes Mar. 10 - Ralph Fortune Mar. 11 - Tim Walls Mar. 12 - John Landes Mar. 13 - The Good, The Bad & The Blues Mar. 14 - Shortness of Breath Mar. 15 - Grass Fed - CD Release! Mar. 17 - Mark Clay Mar. 18 - Hank Gorecki Mar. 19 - Ralph Fortune Mar. 20 - The Good, The Bad & The Blues Mar. 21 - Knob Creek

SIC LIVE MUIGHT! EVERY N

tra. She told me that economic circumstances forced her to sell some of her things at a local flea market. She used that money to buy a storage unit at auction and then another. Inventory growth followed along with rapid expansion until she opened the store you see today at 131 East Main Street

intriguing world it is with rare finds and a unique blend of European and American influences. I asked Cassandra, a Linden resident, how she got into antiques from her previous career writing Security System users manuals and working on the board of the Washington Symphony Orches-

LUCKY St r l o u n g e

Check Out Our NEW

WINTER MENU!

Open

Mon. - Fri. at 11am Sat. at 1pm Daily Lunch & Dinner Specials

Mmmm... Comfort Foods Have you tried our homemade desserts? Yum...

Lucky Star voted

Best Live Music Venue in the Shenandoah Valley!

INFO@luckystarlounge.us

www.luckystarlounge.us

WE CATER!

www.facebook.com/luckystarlounge

1

#

Shop LOCAL! FRIBA IBuyWarren.com

540-635-5297

205-A E. Main Street, Front Royal

in Front Royal. I had no idea of the level and amount of research that goes into being a successful antique dealer. Cassandra says that study and Internet research combined with a good eye for detail and sensing what is in demand are crucial to success. She believes that hard work = success and I quite agree. She has to consistently be on the lookout for fakes and copies versus originals. She has become a master at discerning canvas, hardware, nail types, and even smell when reviewing potential candidates for her shop. Her expansion also led her to the Internet and eBay where she conducts most of her business. She has had several “Good Licks�, which is eBay speak for generating high returns on merchandise sold. She gave me multiple examples including a salt and pepper shaker by renowned Mid Century Designer Eva Zeisel that she bought for $1 and sold for $150 to a collector or a rare antique glazed cup that she bought for $5 and sold for $500 to another collector. Her shop is filled with beautiful pieces from fine European & American furniture to old master paintings. She gleefully walked me through the store pointing out the unique nature of the rare finds throughout. She told me that her clientele range from young people to middle age and in-

www.royal-cinemas.com * Birthday Parties! * Now Showing Peabody and Sherman

Now Showing Son of God

Now Showing Non-Stop

Page 14 • Warren & Frederick County Report • Mid March, 2014

Read full issues FREE on www.WarrenCountyVA.com & www.FrederickCounty.com

Japanese Ambassador Kenichiro Sasae told Gov. McAuliffe in a letter the bill could hurt trade-relations in Virginia, but the growing Korean-American population in the commonwealth has become politically active and been pivotal in lobbying the issue.

Public safety State

Lost at Sea – Assembly ponders renaming Sea of Japan By Chris Suarez Capital News Service RICHMOND, March 2 – The legislation which would begin labeling the Sea of Japan as the East Sea has gained traction at the General Assembly, but legislators are questioning whether or not Virginia should take a stance on a centuries-old international debate. House Bill 11 passed the House of Delegates by a 81-15 vote earlier this month, but the Senate Committee of Education has delayed moving the bill along the during the last three weeks. Senate Bill 2, a companion bill to HB11, was approved by the House Committee of Education earlier this week but was met with new scrutiny regarding the controversial naming dispute. Committee chairman Del. Steve Landes, R-Verona, told the committee he believes passing the bill could lead to other bills regarding bitter land-name disputes being brought to the General Assembly. “I, in good conscience, am going to vote ‘no’ on this measure because it’s bad policy and the wrong thing for us to start doing,� Landes said. “For those who do – and have voted for it – don’t come back to me and say ‘we can’t do this one’ because you’ve set the precedent today

for something we’ve never done before. Buyer beware.� If Virginia passes the bill, it would be the first American state to recognize the body of water between Japan and Korea as the East Sea. And opponents wonder at the advisability of a decision that could set a new precedent throughout the country on international politics. Gov. Terry McAuliffe is at odds regarding the legislation. A Washington Post report states McAuliffe privately has been asking legislators to block the measure, despite stating during his election campaign that he was committed to changing school textbooks to include The East Sea. If either the Senate or House bill passes, textbooks approved by the Board of Education will be required to include the designation of East Sea along with The Sea of Japan by July 1, 2014. Japanese Ambassador Kenichiro Sasae told Gov. McAuliffe in a letter the bill could hurt trade-relations in Virginia, but the growing Korean-American population in the commonwealth has become politically active and been pivotal in lobbying the issue. According to the East-West Center, a public diplomacy institution, there were more than 82,000 Korean-American resi-

dents in Virginia in 2010. Virginia also claims the 5th largest Korean-American population per 100,000 residents in the country. With more and more Korean families calling Virginia their home, politically involved communities are asking for their children to be taught a more agreeable history. Using data from the 2010 U.S. Census, The Korean American Coalition-Census Information Center says six Virginia localities – Alexandria, Annandale, Arlington, Burke, Centreville and Chantilly – are within the top 100 cities with the largest concentration of Korean-Americans. The naming dispute stems from a history of Japanese colonialism, and occupation of the Korean peninsula and parts of China early in the 20th century. The UN and most international organizations currently recognize the body of water as the Sea of Japan, despite decades of intense lobbying and debate by North and South Korea. “They (the Virginia General Assembly) are stepping into an international minefield,� said Dr. John E. Herman, a Virginia Commonwealth University associate professor of history and associate member of the East Asia Center at the University of Virginia. Since the 70s, South and North Korea have been bringing the

First Battle of Kernstown 152nd Anniversary

<PM ;]KKM[[ aW]Âź^M JMMV [MIZKPQVO NWZ Q[ I XPWVM KITT I_Ia

$20 OFF your first lesson!

when you sign up for one month of lessons (discount applies w/ coupon)

Please join the Kernstown Battlefield Association as it commemorates the 152th Anniversary of the First Battle of Kernstown. Gary Ecelbarger, historian and author of the book We Are in for It, The First Battle of Kernstown, will be giving a tour of the battlefield on March 15, 2014, starting at 9 am. The tour will last approximately two to two and a half hours. Comfortable clothes and shoes are recommended. The tour is free. Donations are always appreciated. The Visitor Center will be open. Tours of the Pritchard House will be available. In case of inclement weather, the tour will start at 9 am on March 22nd.

Additional information can be found at

www.kernstownbattle.org or on the Kernstown Battlefield Association Facebook page You may also call KBA President Gary Crawford at 540-869-2896

name change request to international governments and organizations, according to Herman. “But they’ve said you all – Korea, Japan, China – will have to resolve it yourselves,� Herman said. “We’re not trying to show disrespect to anyone,� said Delelegate Tim Hugo, D-Centreville, the chief patron for HB11. “It’d be the East Sea and the Sea of Japan ... It’s a thousand-year-historical fact.� During the House Education Committee meeting this past week, Delegate Jennifer McClellan, D-Richmond, said she’s only hesitantly voting to pass the measure for a number of reasons because similar bills attempting to honor or recognize old titles of land in Virginia have been snubbed in the past. “When we get the bills that deal with both sides of slavery or any other cultural differences, I hope the people who are ready to send

this bill out are consistent when they see those bills in the future,� McClellan said. “There are issues today where historical differences aren’t settled yet, and people aren’t sure what the right answer is,� said Delegate Mark Lee Keam, DVienna. “Those are much more limited in scope – children might be taught in our SOL’s there is a dispute. Yet the materials we use to teach don’t really reflect the dispute.�

Commercial property for sale by owner, apartment over store in Middletown. Call 540.532.2982

EMPLOYMENT VA Petersburg/ Franklin, WV Community Based Outpatient Clinic VHHNLQJ D ERDUG FHUWLÂżHG ,QWHUQDO 0HGLFLQH RU )DPLO\ 0HGLFLQH SK\VLFLDQ PDQDJLQJ 9HWHUDQV KHDOWK WKURXJK GHGLFDWHG SDWLHQW FHQWHU DOLJQHG FDUH IRFXV RQ KHDOWK SURPRWLRQ DQG VFUHHQLQJ <RX ZRXOG KDYH WKH RSSRUWXQLW\ WR SURYLGH FDUH EHWZHHQ WZR UXUDO FOLQLFV 3HWHUVEXUJ DQG )UDQNOLQ 9$ &RPPXQLW\ %DVHG 2XWSDWLHQW &OLQLFV RQO\ PLOHV DSDUW $OVR \RX KDYH DFFHVV WR Tele-Health 0HQWDO +HDOWK 3RGLDWU\ 5HWLQDO 'HUP *HQRPLFV 3KDUP DQG RWKHUV 7KHUH LV DQ RSSRUWXQLW\ WR DSSO\ IRU 2IÂżFH RI 5XUDO +HDOWK 25+ JUDQW PRQH\ DQG SRVVLEO\ ZRUN ZLWK VWXGHQWV LI VR GHVLUHG

The VA Physician Work/Life Balance: 9$ HQVXUHV DQG HQFRXUDJHV D KHDOWK\ ZRUN OLIH EDODQFH DQG GRHV VR WKURXJK SUHGLFWDEOH VFKHGXOLQJ UHGXFHG SDSHUZRUN WKH HOLPLQDWLRQ RI ELOOLQJ KDVVOHV DQG OLIWLQJ WKH EXUGHQ RI OLDELOLW\ FRYHUDJH ,Q DGGLWLRQ ZH DOVR RIIHU JHQHURXV YDFDWLRQ DQG SHUVRQDO OHDYH ,W V WKHVH DGYDQWDJHV WKDW RIWHQ SURPSW PDQ\ H[SHULHQFHG SK\VLFLDQV WR OHDYH SULYDWH SUDFWLFH DQG FRPH WR ZRUN IRU WKH 9$ KHDOWK FDUH V\VWHP ([SORUH WKH IROORZLQJ OLQNV WR OHDUQ PRUH DERXW WKH EHQHÂżWV RI D 9$ FDUHHU

Requirements: † 8 6 &LWL]HQ † %RDUG FHUWL¿HG HOLJLEOH ,QWHUQDO 0HGLFLQH RU )DPLO\ 0HGLFLQH † $EOH WR GR :RPHQœV KHDOWK 3$3 VPHDUV DV ZHOO DV *HQHUDO 0HGLFLQH † )XOO DQG XQUHVWULFWHG 0' '2 OLFHQVH IURP DQ\ VWDWH

%HQHÀWV :RUNLQJ IRU WKH 'HSDUWPHQW RI 9HWHUDQV $IIDLUV RIIHUV D FRPSUHKHQVLYH EHQH¿WV SDFNDJH WKDW LQFOXGHV JUHDW TXDOLW\ RI OLIH ‡ GD\V SDLG YDFDWLRQ ‡ GD\V RI VLFN OHDYH ‡ SDLG KROLGD\V ‡/LIH LQVXUDQFH KHDOWK EHQH¿WV ‡8S WR PDWFKLQJ GROODUV RQ \RXU N 7KULIWV 6DYLQJV 3ODQ DQG SDUWLFLSDWLRQ LQ WKH )HGHUDO (PSOR\HHV 5HWLUHPHQW 6\VWHP /HW PH WHOO PRUH DERXW VHUYLQJ RXU 1DWLRQœV 9HWHUDQV , LQYLWH \RX WR VHQG \RXU &9 DQG GLVFXVV WKLV H[FLWLQJ RSSRUWXQLW\ terrance.anderson@va.gov

Read full issues FREE on www.WarrenCountyVA.com & www.FrederickCounty.com

Mid March, 2014 • Warren & Frederick County Report • Page 15

“It’s very clear that a number of folks on that (Republican) side of the aisle have just been saying no to basically everything. ‘Just say no’ isn’t a policy, (it’s) a recipe for a government shutdown.” – House Minority leader David Toscano, D-Charlottesville

State

GOP requests Special Session on Medicaid Expansion By Colin Kennedy Capital News Service

RICHMOND, March 5 – Just three days before the Virginia General Assembly is scheduled to adjourn, Republican leaders in the House of Delegates have proposed a special legislative session to debate Medicaid Expansion. The House and Senate are less than one-tenth of one percent (or $26 million) apart from compromising on a two-year, $96 billion state budget agreement, but GOP leadership reinforced its position Tuesday that Medicaid Expansion does not belong in the budget bill.

Majority Leader Kirkland Cox, RColonial Heights, said the commonwealth’s local governing bodies need budgeting information by Saturday’s deadline, and urged the General Assembly to pass a clean budget and reconvene at a later date to discuss Medicaid Expansion as a separate issue. House Democrats fired back at the Republican proposal for a special session, insisting the idea is a delaying tactic and that the GOP is at fault for the government impasse. “It’s very clear that a number of folks on that (Republican) side of the aisle have just been saying no to basically everything,” House Minority

leader David Toscano, D-Charlottesville, said. “ ‘Just say no’ isn’t a policy, (it’s) a recipe for a government shutdown.” A joint budget conference committee containing six delegates and seven senators has until Saturday, March 8, to come up with a compromise before the session is extended. If a budget agreement isn’t finalized by July 1, the state government will shut down until one, or both sides budge. However, movement across the health-care line in the sand being drawn by both sides seems a long shot at this point. Toscano refused to address Cox by name on the floor and said Demo-

FOR SALE

Mandy welcomes you to

Turnkey Antiques & Pawn Business

Front Royal’s

Fussell Florist

Located in Frederick County, VA

St.Patty’s Day is Monday, March 17th...

Order your St. Patty’s Day arrangements early!!

Great opportunity to own your own business! Serious inquiries only!

ZZZ IURQWUR\DOVIXVVHOOÁRULVW QHW ZZZ IXVVHOOÁRULVW QHW

crats wouldn’t consider a special session without assurance the time would be used to work out the details of Marketplace Virginia or some other form of Medicaid expansion. “We (House Democrats) agree with the gentleman from Colonial Heights,” Toscano said in reference to avoiding a government shutdown. “But we can’t leave $1.7 billion on the table. We can’t discuss a budget without including this money.” “We need a solution at this point, and our solution is to call for a special session,” Republican House leader Cox countered. “We (House Republicans) have been clear that (Medicaid Expansion) has no business being a part of this process … Let’s free the hostage (the budget) and do what’s right for our schools, teachers, college students and first responders.” However, supporters and opponents of state adoption of Medicaid Expansion, an important cost-saving aspect of the Affordable Care Act, differ on who the hostage and hostage takers are in this scenario. Supporters of Medicaid Expansion say it is 400,000 Virginians and the commonwealth that are being held hostage at a ransom estimated at

from one billion to $1.7-billion dollars in savings to the commonwealth on associated health care costs over an eight-year period. But as the partisan finger-pointing continues, Democratic Gov. Terry McAuliffe has publicly stated he will refuse to sign a budget bill that does not include some form of Medicaid expansion; and the Democratic Senate has yet to budge on its plan to provide up to 400,000 additional Virginians with health coverage under a private provider known as “Marketplace Virginia”. As the debate rages, one Republican legislator suggested the GOP has differences within its own caucus. Delegate Thomas Davis Rust, RHerndon, said Tuesday he doesn’t agree with House Republican leadership on all details of potential Medicaid expansion, but Rust did agree the legislature’s top priority should be passing a state budget on time. “We can’t afford to go home Saturday without a budget,” Rust said. “And I think the fact that the two have been tied together is very detrimental to Virginia.”

Call

Commerce Ave. Across from the Front Royal Fire Dept.

540-336-7206

202 E. 2nd St. Front Royal, VA

Shenandoah Valley OB/GYN

welcomes Xiaoyin (Rachel) Home, MD, F.A.C.O.G.

Get the Best

for Your Money

Service. Value. Trust.

Board Certified: obstetrics and Gynecology Special Interests: menopause, pelvic fitness, minimally-invasive surgery, general obstetrics

Dr. Home is accepting new patients. 120 N. commerce Ave., suite 230 Front Royal, VA 540-635-0760

a

24160 old Valley Pike maurertown, VA 540-459-1270

physician practice

We deliver that—and then some. Savings up to 30%* when you place your home, auto and life coverage with us. Benefits like first accident forgiveness and the expert advice of a trusted agent. Joseph McGreevy McGreevy Insurance Agency Inc 986A John Marshall Hwy Front Royal, VA 22630-4518 Fax: 540-635-3291

540-635-3107

S944c Not all companies are licensed or operate in all states. Not all products are offered in all states. Go to erieinsurance.com for company licensure and territory information. *Savings vary by state and policyholder.

Page 16 • Warren & Frederick County Report • Mid March, 2014

Read full issues FREE on www.WarrenCountyVA.com & www.FrederickCounty.com

To advertise in Warren & Frederick County Report, Contact: Alison at alisond@warrencountyreport.com • 540-551-2072 or Angie Buterakos at angie@warrencountyreport.com • 540-683-9197

State

Committee considers teacher Relocation Incentive Bill RICHMOND, Feb. 28 – One Southside senator has proposed legislation aiming to improve Virginia’s public education system by providing cash incentives to qualified teachers who transfer to disadvantaged school districts throughout the commonwealth. Senate Bill 168, proposed by Sen. William Stanley Jr., R- Moneta, would establish a “Teacher Relocation Incentive Grant Fund” to embolden elementary and secondary school teachers to relocate to Virginia localities where the population is less than 50,000 or at least 40 percent of students qualify for free or reduced lunches. Under the proposed program, to be administered by the Department of Education, approximately 200 qualified teachers could receive up to a $5,000 grant for accepting positions at specified schools. SB 168 is meant to encourage teachers to move to Southside Virginia and other rural areas where the educators can make a meaningful difference in a child’s life, Stanley says. “I think they came to the profession of teaching because they have a cause greater than themselves,” Stanley said. “And a calling to educate children and give them the opportunity to --not only have a quality education-- but achieve the American dream.” Stanley says SB 168 is not a magic-bullet answer for saving failing schools, but one of many parts meant to bring the best-of-thebest to areas where top educators are needed most. “A lot of the bills I’ve proposed are anti-poverty bills … not to give (people) a handout, but a hand up,” Stanley said. “We know there are children that may not be getting the best opportunity to break the cycle of poverty.” Shaina Carter, a third-grade teacher in Fairfax County, is familiar with the obstacles faced by lowperforming schools. Carter says she worked in a struggling school district before moving to Northern Virginia. She says poor performing schools generally struggle with high poverty rates, which can have a major impact on the education, learning and the overall well-being of a child “I don’t necessarily think it’s the teachers … there may be some bad

ones, but a lot of it has to do with the background a child is coming from,” Carter said. “I work with a high Spanish population whose parents don’t speak English. So, there’s no one at home to read or help students with their homework.” Carter says the $5,000 grant offered by SB 168 is not enough for her to pack her bags and leave Northern Virginia. “I would relocate if legislators agreed to forgive my school loans,” Carter said. Margi Roseberry, a kindergarten teacher for Richmond City Public Schools for more than 16 years, says an income-tax incentive would influence where she decides to teach. “I think I am pretty open-minded about poorly performing school districts,” Roseberry said. “For me to relocate, I would have to be eligible to get credit for my years in Richmond and not have my retirement money affected adversely.” Roseberry says there are more factors contributing to poorly performing schools than just money. She says school districts can have

unrealistic expectations of teachers and students. According to the Department of Education’s 2013-2014 National School Lunch Program Free and Reduced Price Eligibility Report, 54.4 percent of Pittsylvania county students qualify for free or reduced lunches, making the district a good candidate for SB 168 benefits. Lilian Holland, assistant superintendent of administration for Pittsylvania County Public Schools, says the proposed incentive sounds like a good idea, but she is not sure if $5,000 is enticing enough for teachers to relocate from a thriving school district. “If you look at the difference in the salaries … from northern Virginia’s school division versus ours,” Holland said. “I don’t know if $5,000 would be enough of an incentive.” Holland, who has nearly 30 years’ experience working in education, says schools in Pittsylvania County offer a competitive beginning salary for that region of the state. However, budget cuts have led to a decrease in available positions in recent years.

Nonetheless, Holland says teachers who are on the fence about relocating owe it to themselves to experience the beauty of Southside Virginia. She says the small friendly communities with proximity to larger areas such as Greensboro and Raleigh, and lower cost of living make Southside Virginia a great place to live. “We have a strong support network within our schools to help individuals transition,” Holland said. “Our students are nice children, and we have very supportive administrators.”

Stanley says SB 168 is one facet of a larger plan to ensure all schools in the commonwealth are on a level playing field. “We’re trying to create a rising tide that floats all ships,” Stanley said. “For those teachers who would relocate, I can tell you that our areas would appreciate them the most.” SB 168 passed the Senate in early February in a 40-0 vote, and currently is awaiting deliberations in the House subcommittee on appropriations.

2 - $400 Jackpots $ 75 Guaranteed Payout on Regular Bingo Games

EVERY SATURDAY 5:00 PM EARLY BIRDS 7:00 PM • DOOR PRIZES! PAYOUT BASED ON ATTENDANCE 50-100 PLAYERS: $75-$400 JACKPOT 101+ PLAYERS: $100-$500 JACKPOT

• 2 - $400 Jackpots • Early Birds guaranteed payout $50 • Regular games pay $75 • Progressive Games • Queen of Hearts Raffle

WEATHER CANCELLATION: 540.636.1960 No Outside Food • No Smoking • Must be 12 to Enter & Play • Info: 540-622-7506

Warren County

Parks and Recreation Department

-- CPR CLASS -Adult, Child and Infant

Saturday, March 15, 2014 Warren County Community Center

9:00am – 1:00pm Cost: $52.00 per participant Registrations are only being accepted at the Warren County Community Center, 538 Villa Ave. Front Royal, VA

For more information call 540-635-1021

249616

By Eric Luther Capital News Service

Read full issues FREE on www.WarrenCountyVA.com & www.FrederickCounty.com

Mid March, 2014 • Warren & Frederick County Report • Page 17

To advertise in Warren & Frederick County Report, Contact: Angie Buterakos at angie@fredcoreport.com • 540-683-9197 or Alison at alisond@warrencountyreport.com • 540-551-2072

State

Whistleblower Protection advances in Senate By James K. Galloway Capital News Service

RICHMOND, Feb. 28 – Whistleblower protection moved forward this week after a Senate committee voted 36 to 1 in favor of House Bill 728, which would make it illegal to terminate an employee for reasons related in any part to that person’s exposure of waste, fraud or abuse. “Intimidation and threats are a problem when it comes to quashing the willingness of a public employee to look after the taxpayers. So I think going forward, my intent is to correct a defect in the law because under current law it’s not clear what a court

does when there is a ‘mixed motive’ for the dismissal of an employee,” said Delegate L. Scott Lingamfelter, R-Woodbridge, who introduced three bills on this topic – House Bills 728, 731 and 739. “ “There’s a risk that a defendant can say ‘99 percent of the reason that we terminated this person’s employment was because they complained about fraud against the government’ but they could say one percent was a lawful reason and they could win the case based on that,” Attorney Zachary Kitts points out. On his website, Kitts claims to be the principal architect behind 2011 amendments to the Fraud Against Taxpayers Act

(FATA). “Any employee shall be entitled to all relief necessary if that employee is discharged, demoted, suspended, threatened, harassed, or in any other manner discriminated against ‘in whole or in part’ because of lawful acts done by the employee,” Kitts said of the fundamental change offered by HB 728. HB 728 awaits the signature of Democratic Gov. Terry McAuliffe. HB 739 was left in committee. However, the fate of HB 731 is less clear. HB 731 would shift some liability onto the supervisor who illegally terminates a whistleblower, in addition to the institutional liability.

RECONSIDER

THE RISKS OF DIGGING WITHOUT CALLING.

A free service with priceless value.

Before your next excavation project, contact Miss Utility to mark your underground utility lines for FREE. A quick call will help you avoid costly damages, fines and even personal injury. So, please call 811 before you dig.

It was defeated twice in the Courts of Justice Senate Committee by tie votes that fell largely along party lines. WHICH WAY? However, if the committee had voted on the bill again – and all members voted the same as they did previously – the bill would have made it out of committee. On HB 731’s final consideration, one member was not present: Sen. Thomas K. Norment, R-Williamsburg. Although Norment said he favored the bill, the absence of his vote caused its defeat. Norment did not respond to inquiries regarding his absence. Co-Chairs of the Senate Committee on Courts of Justice Henry L. Marsh, D-Richmond, and A. Donald McEachin, D-Richmond, did not respond to requests for clarifications as to whether HB 731 would be voted on for a third time in early March. The proposed changes in both HB 728 and HB 731 are important to people like former City of Alexandria Architect Henry Lewis and Director of General Services for the City of Alexandria Jeremy McPike. McPike made the recommendation that Lewis be terminated as city architect during construction of a police station. However, Lewis won a whistleblower case against the city last year when a jury decided his 2011 termination by Pike violated the Virginia Fraud Against Taxpayers Act (FATA), passed shortly before he lost his job. Lewis is represented legally by FATA advocate Kitts. Kitts asserts the purpose of existing fraud and abuse law is to “make whole” any person fired in retaliation for exposing fraud. When Lewis won his case against the city under the new law, he was then entitled to recovery in the form either of reinstatement of his job as city architect or front-pay to match the number of years he could have worked. However, Lewis had to appeal for that money Kitts asserts his client’s termination against FATA law assured him. The City of Alexandria was denied its request for an appeal of the FATA decision against it by the Virginia Supreme Court. Instead, the court heard Lewis’s appeal for owed equities and benefits pay. With its FATA appeal overruled, Alexandria was reduced to arguing against compensation due Lewis. “How can reinstatement or frontpay not be required to make Henry Lewis whole?” Justice William C. Mims asked Alexandria City Attorney Jonathan Mook during the hearing on Lewis’s compensation. Mook replied that Lewis is not entitled to back pay because any estimation on how long Lewis might have worked

for the city would be speculative, to which Mims responded, “Wouldn’t any estimation be speculative?” Pressing on, Mook told the court that Lewis was fired for at least two reasons, the first unrelated to FATA law. That reason was insubordination, or failing to maintain a harmonious work relationship with coworkers and supervisors. The other reason, the one that cost Alexandria its FATA case, was Lewis’s refusal to sign false invoices on the police station project at McPike’s request. But due to the insubordination claim, the city argued that its estimation of how long Lewis might have remained in his position differs by at least seven years when compared to what Mook called “abusive” and “punitive” estimations by Lewis and Kitts. HB 728 would turn the city’s defense into an argument against itself. Of a provision in the still-committee-bound HB 731 adding personal liability to supervisors terminating whistleblowers, Rep. Lingamfelter says, “An abusive supervisor can escape any judgment in a court and it’s the city, town or county that bears the full cost. Shouldn’t that supervisor bear some of the wrongdoing, since they’re the one who committed it?” McPike is one such supervisor, Lingamfelter says. “If it were in a township that I was in charge of, (McPike) wouldn’t have his job because I think that anybody who intimidates someone whose greatest sin is they’re just trying to point out taxpayer fraud should not be supervising other people,” Lingamfelter said. The singling out of McPike as an example of a target of his legislation may not be surprising – the two have history. McPike unsuccessfully ran against Lingamfelter in the 2013 election for a seat in the House. “This language in this legislation coming from Lingamfelter doesn’t surprise me at all,” McPike said. “He invited a trial attorney to our debate last fall to try to intimidate me. He sat in the front row. It’s petty politics.” Perhaps not surprisingly considering his and his city employer’s recent court experience, McPike singled out the role of trial attorneys in the FATA legislation. “It’s legislation driven, frankly, by the trial attorneys again. Obviously, they’re in cahoots with one another,” he said. He also threw a stone across the Potomac River from his home base of Alexandria – Richmond is beginning to operate like Washington, D.C., McPike said in a final attempt to discredit criticism of his and the City of Alexandria’s recent track record on FATA law in the Lewis case.

Page 18 • Warren & Frederick County Report • Mid March, 2014

Read full issues FREE on www.WarrenCountyVA.com & www.FrederickCounty.com

“It has later come to light that he has been struggling with heroin addiction. He hid it from a number of people, including me.” – Probation Officer assessment of Davonte Starks

Public safety

Volunteered Slavery

Heroin sentencing hearings reveal disturbing trend of youth addiction

Davonte Starks

By Roger Bianchini Warren County Report Testimony at two sentencing hearings on plea agreements in the cases of local youths on heroin possession and intent to distribute charges revealed that these would-be dealers were, in fact, getting high on their own supply. However, it appears that rather than in the manner of Hollywood screen scenarios like “Scarface” where big-time kingpins fall from the top of the crime hierarchy under the seductive spell of the product that has enriched them, Front Royal youth are being lured into the low end of the drug dealing business after having been first hooked themselves. Such seemed to be the case, at least in part, for both 22-year-old Davonte Starks and 18-year-old Christopher Troy Berry. And after hearing presentencing evidence, in Starks’ case dating back to when he was an 11year-old member of a group breaking into the parks and rec community swimming pool, Circuit Court Judge Dennis L. Hupp agreed to defense pleas for lower-end sentences with the help of detention aversion programs and intensive supervised probation on the back end of those jail sentences. Davonte Starks Hupp sentenced Starks to five years and a $500 fine on each of three recent charges, two distribution of heroin and one possession with intent to distribute heroin, as well as imposing the balance of earli-

er sentences he was on probation for at the time of his most recent arrest last May. However, the judge then suspended all the time and fines other than 12 months of the probation violation sentence and court costs and restitution of $240. With time served since being incarcerated on May 31 of last year, Starks will be eligible for release straight into a Detention Aversion Program in another month, leading to another 60 days of Intensive Supervised Probation, 10 years of Supervised Probation and five years of Unsupervised Probation to follow. “This is your last chance – if you

mess this up you’re going to prison, do you understand?” Hupp asked Starks. “Yes sir, your honor,” Starks replied. Starks attorney Eric Wisely and Probation Officer Nina Thayer told the court there was a tight window on getting Starks into the next Detention Aversion Program, which would require an early transfer from County Jail custody on March 31. “We’ll cross that bridge when we come to it,” Hupp replied, adding, “I’ve been pretty lenient with him as it is – which might be an understatement.” Hupp may have been swayed toward that leniency by testimony from Thayer, who worked with Starks in juvenile probation since he was 13, a little over a year after his first brush with the law as part of a group breaking into the Claude Stokes Community Swimming Pool. Under questioning by Wisely, Thayer explained that had Starks been able to pay $536 restitution on that initial juvenile Breaking & Entering charge, the arrest would have been erased from his record. But since it was not paid and remained on his record, that initial conviction has severely impacted guidelines on subsequent offenses toward the high end of sentencing ranges. But Thayer explained that at 11, Starks could not be legally employed to earn money to pay restitution and that his family had not paid it either.

Salt & Chemicals corrode...

WASH TODAY!

Next to Lowe’s

Walmart Shopping Center Front Royal, VA 22630

540-636-WASH MARCH HOURS:

(9274)

TUNNEL & TOUCH-UP

DETAILING

Monday - Saturday 8am - 7pm Sunday 9am - 7pm

Monday - Saturday 9am - 6pm Sunday 10am - 6pm

Weather Permitting

“It was an 11-year-old hi-jinx that was the start of his Category 2 guidelines,” Wisely told the court, adding, “Without that crime he would be in line for us to seek a sentence under a year.” Wisely also noted that despite his client’s ongoing juvenile legal troubles revolving around break-ins, larceny and drugs, Starks had never shown any proclivity toward violent behavior or presented a problem to his probation officer. Thayer verified that, adding that Starks seemed easily led astray by others. Wisely asked if his client had been a respectful probationer and whether he had ever exhibited violent tendencies. Thayer replied that Starks was respectful in his relationship with her, noting, “We struggled some when he was 13 to 15 but got past that.” To Wisely’s question, “Do you think he presents a danger to anyone?” Thayer replied, “No, he’s not a violent young man.” Asked by the court if Starks had a drug problem, Thayer replied that while she had not perceived that to

$15 per person Unlimited bowling including shoes. Come out & play in the dark! 'SJEBZ 4BUVSEBZ t QN o BN

RENT-A-LANE $15

Sun. 10am - Noon 2 HOURS UNLIMITED Bowling Up to 8 people per lane!

Monday Dollar Day $

1

Games! Shoes! Hot Dogs! Small Drinks! Fries!

Plan Your Party with US!! Lanes available MOST days & times!

Call ahead for details! 430 Remount Rd.

540-636-3113

royalfamilybowl.com

be a part of her experience with him as a client, “It has later come to light that he has been struggling with heroin addiction. He hid it from a number of people, including me.” The court also heard evidence that despite Starks’ own appraisal that he had a good home environment, there was evidence it had been less than ideal, leading at one point for him to be removed into foster care. However, it was that same long and troubled history with the law and his probation officer that led Assistant Commonwealth’s Attorney Richard Fleming to argue for a higher-range sentence. Of the defense assertion that Starks presented more of a danger to himself through bad decisions and would fare better in the strict and structured environment of the kind provided in the Detention Aversion Program, Fleming observed, “Incarceration is a structured environment, he’ll do well there.” However, in the end the court felt

WE DO DECKS! We custom build paver patios, walkways, outdoor fire pits & decks to suit your lifestyle! We also do Snow Removal!

Call today to schedule your FREE estimate! 540-636-9002 LAWNCARE SERVICES FRONT ROYAL,VA

A1AHOMEIMPROVEMENT@COMCAST.NET

LICENSED & INSURED Commercial & Residential

Member: Chamber of Commerce

Read full issues FREE on www.WarrenCountyVA.com & www.FrederickCounty.com

Mid March, 2014 • Warren & Frederick County Report • Page 19

To advertise in Warren & Frederick County Report, Contact: Angie Buterakos at angie@fredcoreport.com • 540-683-9197 or Alison at alisond@warrencountyreport.com • 540-551-2072

Public safety Adrian Darnell Edwards

Adrian Darnell Edwards

Christopher Berry

the 22-year-old deserved one more chance outside the structured environment of adult prison incarceration of a simply punitive, and perhaps criminally-instructive, nature. Christopher Berry If heroin addiction was but one of many variables in the Starks pre-sentencing hearing, it took on a much larger role in the case of 18-year-old

Christopher Berry on two distribution of heroin and one possession with intent to distribute heroin charges. Berry attorney Jerry Talton told the court his client had not sought release on bond in order “to get a running start at a new life� and “get away from his heroin addiction.� He also noted that Berry had been accepted into the Sheriff ’s Office Work Release Program were he to be eligible upon sentencing.

30+ Years Experience - Go with the Best!

PASSAGES TRAVEL & CRUISES “We do everything but pack your bags!â€? Reliable • Open everyday Call, text or email for appoint. and upcoming groups Still same location! 9 S. Charles St. • Front Royal www.passagestravel.com

Maria Dutton

540.636.1402

Maria@passagestravel.com

$ 6RXWK 5R\DO $YHQXH )URQW 5R\DO 9$ ZZZ VDPVQHDGUHDOW\ FRP ‡ )D[ ‡ 7ROO )UHH

540-635-9808

Talton pointed to Berry’s typed statement to the court which he said was his client’s own expression of remorse and hope for the future, rather than a legally-assisted apology by rote. “He knows he’s going to fight this drug addiction the rest of his life and he’s glad the commonwealth brought these charges because it got him out of a destructive cycle,â€? Talton told the court. Talton also noted that since his client’s arrest on the current charges, Berry had entered the Boxwood Program, observing, “I think he has been a role model since he got into Boxwood ‌ he is determined to turn his life around 180 degrees to a positive direction.â€? Again arguing against a minimum sentence, as with Starks, Fleming pointed to past failures to be guided by the probation system into a noncriminal lifestyle. He pointed to Berry violating probation on a marijuana conviction with his 2013 arrest on heroin possession and possession with intent to distribute charges. “We ask for a sentence in the midrange,â€? Fleming told the court in seeking about two years. Sentencing guidelines went from a low end of

11 months to a high end of 2 years, 2 months. Berry has been incarcerated in jail or the Boxwood Program since Sept. 24, 2013, or about 5-1/2 months. Asked if he had any comment before sentencing, Berry said, “I apologize for the mistakes I’ve made. I think the opportunity to be in the program has helped me.� Hupp concurred. “I’m going to use this program – he’s 18 years old, if not him, who?� the judge asked of the opportunity for reform, rather than merely punishment. As with Starks, Hupp sentenced Berry to five years and imposed a $500 fine on each of the three charges, suspending all save time served before being transferred directly into the Detention Aversion Program. The judge also suspended the fines and imposed $160 in restitution and costs. As with Starks, Berry has 15 years of hard time and $1500 in fines hanging over his head during three years of supervised probation ordered by the court, beginning, like Starks, with 60 days of intensive supervised probation.

,GD 5RDG ‡ /XUD\ 9$

Listing Agent: Sam Snead

Valley Farmette on State Road. Flat crop or hay land. Old house used for storage. detached 2 car garage , root cellar , Chicken house converted to Barn Adjoining seperate tax parcel of 1.8 acres conveys with this property for a total of 11.7 acres.

MLS#PA8240847

The third heroin-related sentencing was a different story, albeit with a similar outcome. Adrian Darnell Edwards faced similar charges to Starks and Berry, if more of them. Edwards’ local arrests came on March 23, May 23, 28 and 31 and were the result of controlled drug buys by a confidential informant. The buy occurred at the Front Royal Quality Inn and a subsequent possession and possession with intent to distribute charge came from the search of a vehicle in the Royal Plaza Shopping Center parking lot near Radio Shack, also in Front Royal. However, the 19-year-old Edwards also faced two related charges stemming from arrests in Harrisonburg in Rockingham County. In fact, authorities here were requested to resolve plea agreements on Edward’s Rockingham County charges as well, leading to an initial discussion of jurisdictional parameters. Despite the propensity of evidence against Edwards, the commonwealth agreed to a plea resulting in a lowend of time actually served “due to problems with a witness�. That problem, we later learned, was that the involved confidential informant involved in setting up buys from Edwards had left the commonwealth and was not easily presentable for trial. So without all the history and assessments of good, local kids gone wrong, the commonwealth found itself over an evidenciary barrel in accepting a plea agreement for Edwards. His plea netted Edwards a total sentence to be served of 1-year, 9-months. His counsel told the court Edwards has been in jail for nine months, asserting that applying time served to his client’s incarceration was part of the plea agreement. On four guilty pleas on the local charges and two in Rockingham County, Hupp imposed five-years on each conviction for a total of 30 years, with all but the year-and-nine months on one sentence suspended. So, Edwards faces a year left to serve on charges that carried a sentencing range from a maximum of 40 years to minimum of 5 years on each conviction.

Full Deli, Great Service, Homemade Sausage, Jerky, Scrapple & BBQ Grilling Season is coming!

twofatbutchers.com 239 C. South Street Front Royal, VA 22630

3KRQH ‡ )D[

485 South St. 540-636-3400

www.goldsgym.com/frontroyalva

Page 20 • Warren & Frederick County Report • Mid March, 2014 1BHF t 8BSSFO $PVOUZ 3FQPSU t &BSMZ "VHVTU

Local History

Read full issues FREE on Read www.WarrenCountyVA.com & www.FrederickCounty.com this issue FREE on www.WarrenCountyVA.com

i0O 4FQUFNCFS UIF OFX (PWFSOPS PG 7JSHJOJB + -JOETBZ "MNPOE +S JO BDDPS EBODF XJUI UIF .BTTJWF 3FTJTUBODF -BX PSEFSFE UIF 8BSSFO $PVOUZ )JHI 4DIPPM DMPTFE BOE SFNPWFE JU GSPN UIF QVCMJD TDIPPM TZTUFN w o 3FW +BNFT ,JMCZ EFTDSJCFT FWFOUT PG

Breaking segregation in Warren County schools Friends of Samuel’s Public Library host Black History Month observance

Rev. Kilby presents Patrick Farris with copy of memorial resolution commemorating the 1959 ‘Class of 23’ for the Warren Heritage Society wall. Four member of the 1959 class of 23 black students who integrated WCHS are surrounded by a new generation of students who take racial integration for granted. From left in back, Matthew Pines, Jr., Suetta Dean Freeman directly in front of Pines, Ann Rhodes Baltimore and Rev. James Kilby. #Z 3PHFS #JBODIJOJ 8BSSFO $PVOUZ 3FQPSU "T QBSU PG #MBDL )JTUPSZ .POUI PO 'FC UIF 'SJFOET PG 4BNVFMT 1VCMJD -JCSBSZ IPTUFE B SF NFNCSBODF PG UIF UVNVMUVPVT EBZT ZFBST BHP XIFO 'SPOU 3PZBM DJUJ [FOT QBSUJDVMBSMZ JUT IJHI TDIPPM BHF DIJMESFO GPVOE UIFNTFMWFT BU B GPDBM QPJOU PG PVS OBUJPOBM IJTUPSZ *U XBT B IJTUPSZ UIBU SFnFDUFE UIF CFTU BOE XPSTU PG IVNBO OBUVSF VQPO XIJDI BMM IJTUPSZ JT XSJUUFO "T DPVSU PSEFSFE JOUFHSBUJPO QSP DFFEFE GPMMPXJOH B 4FQU EF DJTJPO JO UIF 6 4 8FTUFSO %JTUSJDU $PVSU PG 7JSHJOJB 8$)4 XBT UIF mSTU 7JSHJOJB TDIPPM PĊDJBMMZ DMPTFE CZ UIF HPWFSOPS VOEFS UIF EPDUSJOF PG i.BTTJWF 3FTJTUBODFw UP UIF GFE FSBM NBOEBUF UP SBDJBMMZ JOUFHSBUF UIF OBUJPO T QVCMJD TDIPPMT 4QFDJBM HVFTUT BU UIF MJCSBSZ SF NFNCSBODF PG UIBU IJTUPSZ JODMVEFE GPVS NFNCFST PG UIF i8BSSFO w $MBTT PG XIP JOJUJBMMZ XBMLFE VQ UIF IJMM UP JOUFHSBUF 8$)4 PO 'FCSVBSZ ͳF TDIPPM IBE CFFO DMPTFE GPS mWF NPOUIT BT UIF TUBUF T SBDJTU QPMJUJDBM IJFSBSDIZ GPVHIU UP QSFTFSWF TUBUF BVUIPSJUZ UP SFUBJO SBDJBMMZ JOUFHSBUFE TDIPPMT 1SFTFOU GSPN UIBU HSPVQ PG DPVOUZ

TUVEFOUT XFSF 4VFUUB %FBO 'SFF NBO "OO 3IPEFT #BMUJNPSF .BU UIFX 1JOFT +S BOE UIF 3FW +BNFT ,JMCZ "NPOH PUIFST BUUFOEJOH UIF MJCSBSZ FWFOU XFSF mSTU BOE TFDPOE HSBEFST GSPN GPVS PG UIF mWF DPVOUZ QVCMJD FMFNFOUBSZ TDIPPMT QBSU PG B OFX HFOFSBUJPO PG TUVEFOUT XIP UBLF SBDJBM JOUFHSBUJPO GPS HSBOUFE ͳF FWFOUT PG EFTDSJCFE CZ 3FW ,JMCZ MFE IJT GBUIFS +BNFT 8 ,JMCZ BOE PUIFS CMBDL GBNJMJFT JO UIJT DPNNVOJUZ XJUI MFHBM BTTJT UBODF GSPN 3JDINPOE /""$1 BU UPSOFZ 0MJWFS )JMM UP DIBMMFOHF +JN $SPX TFHSFHBUJPO MBXT JO 7JSHJOJB ,JMCZ FYQMBJOFE UP UIF MJCSBSZ BVEJ FODF UIBU GPMMPXJOH UIF 4FQUFNCFS GFEFSBM DPVSU PSEFS UP JOUF HSBUF 8$)4 i0O 4FQUFNCFS UIF OFX (PWFSOPS PG 7JSHJOJB + -JOETBZ "MNPOE +S JO BDDPSEBODF XJUI UIF .BTTJWF 3FTJTUBODF -BX PSEFSFE UIF 8BSSFO $PVOUZ )JHI 4DIPPM DMPTFE BOE SFNPWFE JU GSPN UIF QVCMJD TDIPPM TZTUFN w )PXFWFS PO 'FC +VEHF +PIO 1BVM JO )BSSJTPOCVSH 7B 3VMFE UIBU 8BSSFO $PVOUZ )JHI 4DIPPM IBE UP PQFO JUT EPPST UP UIF CMBDL TUVEFOUT MFBEJOH UP UIBU IJT UPSJD XBML CZ iUIF 8BSSFO w JOUP 8$)4 PO 'FC ͳBU DPVSU CBUUMF BOE UIF FWFOUVBM

SFUVSO PG XIJUF TUVEFOUT UP 8$)4 JO DPNJOH ZFBST XBT POF PG NBOZ TUFQT UIJT OBUJPO IBT UBLFO BOE XJMM DPOUJOVF UP UBLF BT JU DPOUJOVFT UP USZ BOE SFBDI UIF JEFBMT VQPO XIJDI UIF OBUJPO XBT GPVOEFE SBUIFS UIBO TJNQMZ SFWFMJOH JO UIF MPXFTU DPN NPO EFOPNJOBUPS PG PVS DPMMFDUJWF OBUJPOBM CFIBWJPS *U TFFNFE BO PEEMZ BQQSPQSJBUF NPNFOU PG IJTUPSJDBM SFnFDUJPO BT TUBUF MFHJTMBUVSFT BDSPTT UIF OBUJPO CBUUMF PWFS JOJUJBUJWFT EFTJHOFE UP UBLF BXBZ SBUIFS UIBO FYQBOE GSFF EPNT BOE QVCMJD SJHIUT HVBSBOUFFE UP BMM DJUJ[FOT JO PVS GPVOEJOH OB UJPOBM EPDVNFOUT ͳJOHT DIBOHF CVU UIFZ TUBZ UIF TBNF BT B TBHF PCTFSWFS PG IJTUPSZ PODF TUBUFE *U XBTO U UIF mSTU UJNF * PS NPTU PG UIF BEVMU NFNCFST PG BO BVEJFODF JODMVEJOH 'SPOU 3PZBM .BZPS 5JN %BSS 5PXO .BOBHFS 4UFWF #VSLF BOE $PVODJMNBO )PMMJT ͳBSQF IBE IFBSE UIJT TUPSZ #VU JU XBT UIF mSTU UJNF GPS UIPTF ZPVOH FMFNFOUBSZ TDIPPM TUVEFOUT BT XFMM BT NFNCFST PG (JSM 4DPVU 5SPPQ JO BUUFO EBODF *O GBDU RVJUF HSBUJGZJOHMZ XF IFBSE QBSFOUT DPOUJOVJOH UP FYQMBJO UIF IJTUPSZ KVTU EFTDSJCFE UP UIFJS ZPVOHFS DIJMESFO BT UIFZ MFGU BU UIF DPODMVTJPO PG UIF MJCSBSZ FWFOU

Rev. Kilby speaks as an image of his father, James W. Kilby, hovers behind. "T IF IBT PO PUIFS PDDBTJPOT JO UIF ZFBST TJODF IF BOE CMBDL DMBTT NBUFT MJWFE UISPVHI B IFMMJTI OJHIU NBSF PG SBDJBM IBUSFE QFU LJMMJOH BOE UISFBUT PG XPSTF o KVTU UP CF BCMF UP HFU B QVCMJD FEVDBUJPO JO UIFJS PXO DPNNVOJUZ o 3FW ,JMCZ PVUMJOFE UIF UJNFT FWFOUT BOE QFSTPOBM FY QFSJFODFT PG UIBU UVNVMUVPVT UJNF "TLFE CZ BO BVEJFODF NFNCFS IPX IJT GBUIFS BOE UIF PUIFST JO WPMWFE IBE GPVOE UIF TUSFOHUI UP TUBOE VQ UP UIF WJSVMFOU BOE PGUFO

QIZTJDBMMZ UISFBUFOJOH PQQPTJUJPO UP FRVBM FEVDBUJPO GPS IJT BOE UIF DPNNVOJUZ T PUIFS CMBDL DIJMESFO 3FW ,JMCZ QPJOUFE UP IJT GBUIFS T GBJUI "OE BT IF TBJE BU UIF +VOF EFEJDBUJPO PG UIF TUBUF IJTUPS JDBM NBSLFS UP UIF MPDBM mHIU BHBJOTU iNBTTJWF SFTJTUBODFw i* CFMJFWF XF XFSF BOPJOUFE CZ PVS $SFBUPS GPS UIJT NJTTJPO y 8F LOFX UIBU XF IBE UIF BNCJUJPO UIF EFTJSF BOE BCJMJUZ UP BDDPNQMJTI PVS HPBM o UP BDIJFWF B RVBMJUZ FEVDB

Read full www.WarrenCountyVA.com & www.FrederickCounty.com Read thisissues issueFREE FREEonon www.WarrenCountyVA.com

i-FU VT OPU GPSHFU UIBU OP POF JT CPSO QSFKVEJDFE 1SFKVEJDF JT MFBSOFE BOE DBO CF VOMFBSOFE 1SFK VEJDFT BSF BUUJUVEFT SPPUFE JO JHOPSBODF BOE GFBS PG EJĉFSFODFT w o i-PTU $MBTT PG w 4UVEFOU (PWFSONFOU 7JDF 1SFTJEFOU +VOF .ZFST +FĉSFZ EVSJOH +VOF IJTUPSJDBM NBSLFS EFEJDBUJPO

Mid March, 2014 • Warren & Frederick County Report • Page 21 &BSMZ "VHVTU t 8BSSFO $PVOUZ 3FQPSU t 1BHF

Local History

PCTUBDMFT PG IBUSFE o BOE NBTTJWF SFTJTUBODF MBXT XFSF PWFSUVSOFE UIF TFHSFHBUFE FEVDBUJPO NFOUBM JUZ XBT SFNPWFE BOE UIF TDIPPM CPBSE T IBQIB[BSE TPMVUJPO GPS UIF FEVDBUJPO PG "GSJDBO "NFSJDBO TUV EFOUT CVTJOH UIFN NJMFT BXBZ UP B ADPMPSFE TDIPPM XBT SFNPWFE w 8BSSFO )FSJUBHF 4PDJFUZ 1SFTJEFOU 1BUSJDL 'BSSJT XBT BOPUIFS TQFBLFS BEESFTTJOH UIF IJTUPSJDBM JNQBDU PG UIPTF FWFOUT BU UIF -VSBZ "WFOVF TDIPPM iÍłF HSBUJUVEF XF PXF UIF HFOFSB UJPO UIBU MJWFE UISPVHI UIBU DSVDJCMF JT JODSFEJCMF w 'BSSJT TBJE PG BMM UIF 8BSSFO $PVOUZ TUVEFOUT XIP MJWFE UISPVHI UIPTF UJNFT Unity out of division

Black students ready for a historic climb, from right Gwendolyn Baltimore Smith, Steve Travis, Archie 3LQHV 0DU\ &ROHPDQ :DVKLQJWRQ ZLWK D Ă€IWK VWXGHQW obscured behind Washington. Photos/Samuels Library Archives-Life Magazine-Grey Villet. UJPO GPS BMM 8F CFMJFWFE UIFSF XBT UIF TNBMM SBDJBMMZ EJWJEFE TPVUIFSO B %JWJOF 1PXFS BOE B %JWJOF JOUFS 5PXO PG 'SPOU 3PZBM 7JSHJOJB JO WFOUJPO GSPN (PE UP IFMQ VT HP UIF EJTUBODF w #VU IJTUPSZ POMZ DIBOHFT GPS UIF "OE JU NVTU IBWF UBLFO B TUSPOH CFUUFS UISPVHI UIF QFSTPOBM TUSFOHUI GBJUI BOE TQJSJUVBMJUZ GPS PVS CMBDL BOE TBDSJmDF PG UIPTF XJUI B WJTJPO PG DJUJ[FOT ZPVOH PS PME UP IBWF TVS B CFUUFS UPNPSSPX 3FW ,JMCZ TVN WJWFE UIPTF UJNFT *O PQFOJOH IJT SF NBSJ[FE UIBU NPNFOU JO XIFO NBSLT 3FW ,JMCZ SFDBMMFE B TUPSZ IF PVS MPDBM BOE OB UJPOBM IJTUPSJFT IBE IFBSE DPMMJEFE XJUI QSJPS UP SFWFSCFSB IJT BOE IJT UJPOT GFMU UP DMBTTNBUFT UIJT EBZ XBML VQ i0O "VHVTU UIBU IJMM JO JOUP IJTUP S F T Q P O T F SZ *U XBT UP UIF 4V UIF TUPSZ QSFNF $PVSU PG &N E F D J T J P O NJUU 5JMM B UIF 7JSHJO ZFBS PME JB (FOFSBM CMBDL CPZ " T T F N C M Z TFOU UP WJT QBTTFE ANBT JU SFMBUJWFT TJWF SFTJT JO .JTTJT UBODF MBXT TJQQJ GSPN UP QSFWFOU IJT $IJDBHP XIJUF DIJM IPNF JO UIF ESFO GSPN TVNNFS PG B U U F O E J O H 5JMM TDIPPM XJUI XBT CFBUFO While blacks were going up the CMBDLT JO N V S E F S F E hill to get an education, at the UIF 4UBUF N V U J M B U F E urging of adults who should PG 7JSHJOJB BOE MZODIFE have known better, white chil- 0VS QBSFOUT CZ B NPC PG dren eventually termed the “Lost IBE DPNF XIJUFT BGUFS Class of 1959â€? were headed in UP UIF GPSL T Q F B L J O H the op-posite direction into an JO UIF SPBE UP B XIJUF unknown educational future. o POF SPBE XPNBO "U XBT HPJOH 5JMM T GVOFSBM JO $IJDBHP IJT NPUI MFGU UIF PUIFS SPBE XBT HPJOH SJHIU FS MFGU IFS TPO T DPÄŠO PQFO TP UIF #FDBVTF PVS QBSFOUT BOE "UUPSOFZ OBUJPO DPVME TFF UIF USVF GBDF PG UIF 0MJWFS 8 )JMM UPPL UIF SPBE UP UIF SBDJTN UIBU NVSEFSFE B ZFBS PME SJHIU UIFZ XFSF TVDDFTTGVM y 'PS CPZ GPS TQFBLJOH iPVU PG UVSOw )BW UIF "GSJDBO "NFSJDBO TUVEFOUT JOH TFFO QIPUPT PG 5JMM T CBUUFSFE JU XBT B SPVHI SJEJOH SPBE o TPNF GBDF BT IF MBZ JO IJT DPÄŠO JU XPVME SPDLT XFSF JO UIF SPBE )PXFWFS JU OPU IBWF CFFO BO FBTZ JNBHF UP DBS XBT UIF SPBE UP B KVTU TPMVUJPO 0VS SZ XJUI ZPV VQ UIBU IJMM UP 8$)4 JO QBSFOUT IBE BMSFBEZ PWFSDPNF TPNF

'BSSJT T DPNNFOU BCPVU UIF EFCU XF PXO UIBU FOUJSF HFOFSBUJPO PG DPVOUZ IJHI TDIPPM TUVEFOUT UPPL VT CBDL UIF DFMFCSBUJPO PG UIF DPVOUZ T XIJUF BOE CMBDL IJHI TDIPPM TUVEFOUT PG XIFO UIF .BTTJWF 3FTJTUBODF TUBUF IJTUPSJDBM NBSL FS XBT EFEJDBUFE PO UIF HSPVOE PG PME 8$)4 PO +VOF i-PTU $MBTT PG w 4UVEFOU (PWFSONFOU 7JDF 1SFTJEFOU +VOF .ZFST +FĉSFZ UPME MJTUFOFST UIBU EFTQJUF UIF EJWJ TJPO GPSDFE VQPO UIFN CZ BEVMUT UIF A8BSSFO BOE UIF A-PTU $MBTT PG FWFOUVBMMZ CPOEFE UJHIU MZ BOE HSFX JOUP NPSF FOMJHIUFOFE DJUJ[FOT CFDBVTF PG UIFJS TIBSFE FY QFSJFODF i-FU VT OPU GPSHFU UIBU OP POF JT CPSO QSFKVEJDFE 1SFKVEJDF JT MFBSOFE BOE DBO CF VOMFBSOFE 1SFK VEJDFT BSF BUUJUVEFT SPPUFE JO JHOP SBODF BOE GFBS PG EJĉFSFODFT w +FĉSFZ TBJE BEEJOH i*U JT NZ KPC UP TUPQ QSFKVEJDF o JU JT UIF KPC PG FWFSZPOF IFSF ZPVS OFJHICPST ZPVS DIVSDI FT ZPVS TDIPPMT BOE NPTU JNQPS UBOUMZ UIF DIJMESFO PG UIJT QMBOFU w 8FMM LJET * HVFTT JU T ZPVS UVSO 'PS XIJMF JU TFFNFE GPS B NPNFOU JO UIBU EFDBEF GSPN UP UIBU UIFSF XBT B USVMZ USBOTGPSNBUJWF TPDJBM BOE QPMJUJDBM NPWFNFOU UBL JOH QMBDF UPXBSE UIF JODMVTJWFOFTT CPUI 3FW ,JMCZ BOE +FĉSFZ TQPLF PG JU TFFNT JO UIF XBLF PG B TUSJOH PG BTTBTTJOBUJPOT PG QSPHSFTTJWF QPMJUJ DBM BOE TPDJBM MFBEFST BOE UIF DPO TFRVFOU XJOOFS UBLF BMM DBQJUBMJ[B UJPO PG UIF OBUJPO BOE QMBOFU XF GFMM TPNFXIBU TIPSU PG UIF WJTJPO PG UIBU SFBMMZ CFUUFS XPSME XF XFSF HPJOH UP MFBWF CFIJOE 4PSSZ CPVU UIBU o BOE HPPE MVDL +VTU SFNFNCFS UIF i8BSSFO w BOE UIFJS GBNJMJFT IBWF TFU BO FO EVSJOH MPDBM QSFDFEFOU GPS TUSFOHUI JO UIF GBDF PG OPU POMZ BEWFSTJUZ CVU BMTP XIBU JT TPNFUJNFT GBMTFMZ QFEBMFE BT iTPDJBM USVUI MFHBM KVTUJDF BOE UIF "NFSJDBO XBZ w - rogerb@warrencountyreport.com

As police stand by to keep the peace, James and Betty Kilby and Rebecca Fletcher check in with school counselor on way up the hill into history.

Student Frank Grier strides up the hill amidst a horde of local and national press covering integration of WCHS and Virginia’s “massive resistance� to it.

(ODLQH %URPĂ€HOG JODVVHV ZLIH DQG SDUWQHU RI WKHQ Warren Sentinel publisher and staunch inte-gration DGYRFDWH 7HG %URPĂ€HOG OLVWHQV LQ WKH :&+6 DXGLWRULXP DV D PDQ LGHQWLĂ€HG DV $ * 0F9R\ UHDGV D SHtition to the governor to return control of schools to localities – “We don’t be-lieve Warren County should be penalized by a plan that ignores local conditions,â€? McVoy is quot-ed stating in support of continuing segregation in the county’s public schools.

Page 22 • Warren & Frederick County Report • Mid March, 2014

Read full issues FREE on www.WarrenCountyVA.com & www.FrederickCounty.com

To advertise in Warren & Frederick County Report, Contact: Alison at alisond@warrencountyreport.com • 540-551-2072 or Angie Buterakos at angie@warrencountyreport.com • 540-683-9197

Public safety

Three state traffic fatalities attributed to winter storm Titan State Police report 3,000 service calls and 1,145 accidents in 18 hours of Brunswick, Va., was charged with reckless driving. At approximately 12:15 p.m. Monday, Virginia State Police Trooper J.T. Murdoch responded to a two-vehicle crash in Campbell County (Appomattox Traffic Division). The crash occurred in the 5800 block of Village Highway. A 2002 Chevrolet Cavalier was eastbound on Village Highway when the driver lost control and spun backwards into the westbound lane where it was struck by a 2003 Dodge Ram 2500 pickup truck. The driver of the Cavalier, Mika T. Leclerc, 18, of Rustburg, Va., died at the scene. She was wearing a seat belt. The driver of the Dodge pickup truck, a 52-yearold Appomattox man, was not injured in the crash.

crashes, 104 disabled vehicles, 710 total calls for service; Wytheville Division: 27 traffic crashes, 33 disabled vehicles, 271 total calls for service; Chesapeake Division: 300 traffic crashes, 66 disabled vehicles, 678 total calls for service; Salem Division: 34 traffic crashes, 44 disabled vehicles, 324 total calls for service; Appomattox Division: Due to technical issues this report only includes incidents reported between 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. the day of the storm. Troopers in this division responded to 175 incidents. The majority were disabled vehicles or traffic crashes, including the fatal Campbell County crash.

March 3 storm statistics

Front Royal drivers have largely taken the advice of public officials and exhibited caution in driving as this winter’s plethora of winter storms have passed through. The only vehicle seen here has a snow plow on the front. As the winter storm system known as Titan progressed from rain to sleet and snow on Monday, March 3, traffic crashes around Virginia mounted throughout the day. While the majority of accidents involved only damage to vehicles and no injuries, three fatalities were confirmed as weather related. One fatality was reported in each of three Virginia counties, Amelia, Brunswick and Campbell. The three fatal accidents all occurred within an hour-and-12 minute stretch on March 3, between 11:03 a.m. and 12:15 p.m. Fatalities Shortly before 11 a.m., March 3, VSP Senior Trooper T. C. Smith responded to a single vehicle fatal crash on Route 614, Dennisville

Road, approximately two-tenths of a mile north of Route 680, Maxey Lane in Amelia County (Richmond Traffic Division). The crash occurred when the driver of a 1997 GMC Sonoma lost control of the vehicle and ran off the left side of the roadway striking an embankment. The impact cased the pick-up truck to overturn onto the passenger side and strike a tree. The 30 year-old male driver, who was not wearing his seat belt, died at the scene. Speed and weather conditions were considered factors in the on-going crash investigation. On March 3, 2014, at approximately 12:03 pm, Virginia State Police responded to a single-vehicle crash on Buckley Road, south of Liberty Road in Brunswick County (Chesapeake Traffic Division). A 1997 Ford Expedition was traveling northbound on

YOGA All levels

beginner to advanced

Wednesdays

4:30 kids / 6:00 adults sign-up online: OLD COUNTRY • FOLK • BLUEGRASS • ROCK Listen to our music on

gallowsbound.bandcamp.com

www.apexpdc.com

219 chester St. Front Royal

540-252-2828

Buckley Road when the driver lost control, ran off the road, struck a tree, and came to rest down an embankment. The driver, April Singleton, suffered non-life threatening injuries. The passenger, Sarah Singleton, 35, of Warfield, Va., died at the scene. The driver, April Singleton, 31,

On Monday, March 3, between midnight and 6:30 p.m., Virginia State Police dispatch centers fielded more than 2,952 calls for service and troopers responded to more than 1,145 traffic accidents and 451 disabled vehicle calls. Regional Breakdown for Crash Stats (To determine VSP Division boundaries: http://www.vsp.virginia. gov/Office_Locations.shtm): MASTERS OF ALL THINGS Culpeper Division (including Warren and Frederick Counties): 162 traffic crashes, 84 disabled vehicles, Find the right tools and supplies for your projects, plus expert, 398 total calls for service; FRONT ROYAL Fairfax Division: 146 traffic crashRamsey True Value Hardware es, 113 disabled vehicles, 499 total 703 North Royal Avenue • Phone (540) 635-2547 calls for service; Open Weekdays 7A.M. to 7 P.M. Saturday, 7:30AM-5:30PM & Sun 9AM-4:30 PM Richmond Division: 455 traffic

HARDWARIAN

FIREARMS SALES & FIREARMS TRAINING LOWEST GUN PRICES AROUND! N.R.A., GLOCK, and COMBAT FOCUS CERTIFIED INSTRUCTORS!

$ DISCOUNT COUPON $

Clip this ad and bring it with you to our store and receive 5% off our already low gun prices and $10.00 Off any of our courses! Discount does not apply to sale guns, or on lay-a-way and consignment guns

Virginia Pistol

“Firearm Sales and Training For Less”! 5223 John Marshall Hwy. Linden, VA 22642

Store: 540-636-9476 GunSmith: 540-631-1144

Linden, VA Store: www.VirginiaPistol.com Online Store: www.FrontRoyalGuns.com Courses: www.CombatPistolConcepts.com Hours: Tues. through Sat. 10AM to 6PM

Read full issues FREE on www.WarrenCountyVA.com & www.FrederickCounty.com

Mid March, 2014 • Warren & Frederick County Report • Page 23

To advertise in Warren & Frederick County Report, Contact: Angie Buterakos at angie@fredcoreport.com • 540-683-9197 or Alison at alisond@warrencountyreport.com • 540-551-2072

State

I-66 Expansion Study tabled – for now By Quinn Casteel VCU Capital News Service

RICHMOND, Feb.21 – A bill requiring the Virginia Department of Transportation to study a widening of Interstate 66 has been tabled, but its sponsor expects the research to happen even though some affected localities oppose the change. House Bill 426, sponsored by Delegate James LeMunyon, R-Chantilly, would have required VDOT to determine the degree to which additional lane capacity would reduce

congestion on I-66 inside the Washington Beltway. LeMunyon had the bill tabled, or put to the side, in the Transportation Committee on Feb. 5. “I’ve got an understanding with VDOT that they’re probably going to do what’s in HB426 on their own sometime in the next year or two,� LeMunyon said. “That’s why we said, ‘OK, if that’s the case we don’t need to go forward with it.’� VDOT’s Northern Virginia district planner Kanti Srikanth said he was unaware of such an understanding,

3636 Front Royal Pike

Located in Winchester VA, serving the tri-state area

540-869-2004

www.prosperitylandscaping.com

No job too large or too small!

Some of the services offered by Prosperity Landscaping t -BOETDBQF EFTJHO BOE JOTUBMMBUJPO t 0VUEPPS ,JUDIFOT t 1FSHPMBT BOE 1BWJMJPOT t /BUVSBM XBUFSGBMMT BOE QPOET t 1BUJPT XBMLXBZT BOE XBMMT PG BMM UZQFT t 1MBOUJOH PG USFFT BOE TISVCT t (SBEJOH TPE BOE TFFEJOH

Call today! 540-869-2004

Mountain Mystic Trading Company

Our Mystique Has Grown! Offering a wide variety of sterling silver and gemstone jewelry, chimes, rock and mineral specimens, books, cards, journals, relaxing and meditative music, tapestries, candles, incense, fragrance and essential oils, stickers, and so many more one of a kind items!

4PVUI 4USFFU t 'SPOU 3PZBM t Open everyday from 10-6, except Satruday 10-5 & Sunday from 12-5 Closed on Wednesdays

but that he would not be surprised to see LeMunyon get his wish. “It’s very plausible that the next update of the study, that this project will be nominated either by (Northern Virginia Transportation Authority) or the Commonwealth Transportation Board,� Srikanth said. Such studies are known as rating studies, and high ratings are imperative for getting projects approved and funded. With other measures to reduce I-66 congestion already being implemented, such as the upcoming opening of Metro’s Silver Line, HOV restrictions and improvements on the parallel bike trail, widening inside the Beltway has not been in the cards. Arlington County Board of Supervisors Vice-Chair Mary Hynes says her county wants the cards to remain that way, citing mass and alternative transportation as the best methods for reducing the traffic issues. “Arlington County’s position opposing the widening of I-66 to serve solo drivers has not changed,� Hynes said in an email. “We believe dedicated transit lanes, HOV restrictions and preservation of the parallel bike trails that carry more than 1,000 riders a day will move the greatest number of people and is the most cost-effective package of solutions to address the daily congestion on I-66.� Virginia’s average work commute time was 27.9 minutes in 2012, sixth-highest in the nation according to the state website. Congestion on I-66 contributes to that, with

OPEN FOR TANNING! available NOW ON

DVD

New Releases!

morning and afternoon rush-hour conditions in both directions reaching poor and even failing levels according to a 2013 study conducted by VDOT and national transportation authorities. “There are people that don’t have access to mass transit, or at least convenient and reasonable access to it,� LeMunyon said. “The other thing is, the people that might take the Orange Line to Arlington or downtown Washington, those trains are packed and the parking lots are full by 8 in the morning.� Phase I of Metro’s Silver Line is scheduled to open in March 2014, and will reach the Reston area of Fairfax County. By 2016, the Silver Line will run through Loudoun County to Dulles International Air-

J & G Upholstery Automobiles and ATVs

10% off all headliners

SALE

10 for $29

4FSWJOH UIF 'SPOU 3PZBM BSFB

Finest Selection in the Area

Celebrate Your Day the D’Vine Way &RPSOLPHQWDU\ 6DPSOHV 2IIHUHG (YHU\ )ULGD\ ‡ 5-7pm Creekside Station ‡ 9DOOH\ $YH :LQFKHVWHU 9$ 540-662-WINE (9463) ‡ www.662WINE.com

WANTED HOMES TO SELL!

Thinking of selling or buying a home?

VHS SALE!

Call Daryl Stout!

25 for $20

540-660-5538

Daryl Stout

Shenandoah VIDEO & TAN

4PVUI 4U 'SPOU 3PZBM t & ,JOH 4U 4USBTCVSH t 8 3FTFSWPJS 3E 8PPETUPDL t

Shenandoahvideo.formovies.com

We Do

Seats Headliners Carpets and more

)VOHFS (BNFT $BUDIJOH 'JSF 0MECPZ :FBST B 4MBWF $PME $PNFT UIF /JHIU (SBWJUZ )PVST 5IPS 5IF %BSL 8PSME &OEFS T (BNF "GUFSOPPO %FMJHIU 5IF $PVOTFMPS 'SFF #JSET &TDBQF 1MBO %BMMBT #VZFST $MVC #BHHBHF $MBJN "CPVU 5JNF $BQUBJO 1IJMMJQT 5IF #VUMFS 5IF -POF 3BOHFS %FTQJDBCMF .F 'BTU 'VSJPVT *OTJEJPVT 1SJTPOFST &MZTJVN ,JDL "TT 5IF 'BNJMZ 4NVSGT ;BZUPVO "MM *T -PTU

HUGE DVD

port. VDOT is currently implementing spot improvements on various parts of I-66, including a project to connect Arlington’s Washington Boulevard on-ramp to the Dulles Airport Access Road off-ramp in Fairfax County. The $23 million project began in January, and is expected to be completed in summer 2015. “Whether it’s a highway improvement or a transit improvement, VDOT and (Virginia Department of Rail and Public Transportation) always work with the localities in developing transportation projects,� Srikanth said. “To what extent they will be able to get everybody’s endorsement? That just depends, project to project.�

CALL

5538

540-660-

Sales Associate C-540-660-5538 daryl@teddystout.com -RKQ 0DUVKDOO +Z\ ‡ )URQW 5R\DO 9$

Page 24 • Warren & Frederick County Report • Mid March, 2014

To advertise in Warren & Frederick County Report, Contact: Alison at alisond@warrencountyreport.com • 540-551-2072 or Angie Buterakos at angie@warrencountyreport.com • 540-683-9197

Calendar Friday, March 7 Forecast: 41° | 27° 1:30pm - 2:30pm Education Committee. Chamber Office. 6pm - 8pm “Pink Event”. Eugene B. Smith Gallery & Custom Framing Studio, 25 N. Loudoun St. Winchester. A new Eugene B. Smith original abstract will be sold via silent auction as well as 2 framed prints with the proceed to benefit Sarah Smith’s sister, Ann Bartus. Live jazz, pink refreshments and FREE chair massages by Jennifer Benzin. Contact Jennifer at (717) 414-6758 for more information Saturday, March 8 Forecast: 59° | 36° 10am - 9pm 14th Annual Winchester Home, Garden, Energy Expo. Apple Blossom Mall, Winchester. 10:10am - 11:10am Books and Barks. Samuels Public Library, East Criser Road, Front Royal. Come to the extremely popular monthly program that gives developing readers the chance to read and relax with a trained therapy dog. For beginning readers and up. Please register. Sunday, March 9 Daylight Saving Time starts Forecast: 50° | 32° 11am - 2pm Zumba Benefit. James Wood HS, Winchester. The Zumba benefit was snowed out on February 15th and is re-scheduled in the gym at James Wood High School. This event benefits Pennies for Patients and is sponsored by the James Wood High School Key Club and Interact Club. Professional instructors will be there to help everyone get their Zumba on! The cost is $5 per person. ALL are welcome and encouraged to join for some family fun and fitness! Monday, March 10 7pm - 8pm Council Meeting. County of Warren Government Center. Tonight is a regular Town Council meeting at 7:00pm held in the Warren County Government Center. Tuesday, March 11 12:30pm - 1pm Tourism Tuesdays. 95.3 - the River radio station. Hear the latest tourism related news and events every Tuesday at 12:30! If you can’t listen live check out the podcasts at http:// www.theriver953online.com. 4:30pm - 5:30pm Big Kids Story Time. Samuels Public Library, East Criser Road, Front Royal. Learn about the wonders of

Tired of Rising Heating Costs? Outdoor Wood Furnace

100% Wood Heat for your home, water, shop

540-722-8005

Arnette Landscapes, Inc. Winchester, VA

Read full issues FREE on www.WarrenCountyVA.com & www.FrederickCounty.com

electricity during a STEM-themed story and craft - for kindergarten and up. 6:30pm - 7:30pm Medicare Made Easy. Samuels Public Library, East Criser Road, Front Royal. In this FREE seminar, you will learn about many aspects of Medicare. If you are nearing 65 or already there, you can’t miss this great program. 7pm - 7pm BAR Meeting. Town Administration Building, Front Royal. Wednesday, March 12 10:15am - 11:15am Toddler Story Time. Samuels Public Library, East Criser Road, Front Royal. - Come in for enjoyable stories and a craft about My House. Sibling Welcome! 11am - 12pm Preschool Story Time. Samuels Public Library, East Criser Road, Front Royal. - Come in for enjoyable stories and a craft about My House. Sibling Welcome! 3:30pm - 5pm Chamber Board Meeting. Chamber Office. Thursday, March 13 8am - 2pm World Kidney Day. Winchester Medical Center Conference Center, Winchester. Learn about kidney disease, the importance of early detection and treatment at a free World Kidney Day event sponsored by Winchester Medical Center in partnership with the Winchester Medical Center Foundation. Free screenings, including lab work (First come, first served – limited to 200 people) 10:15am - 11:15am Toddler Story Time. Samuels Public Library, East Criser Road, Front Royal. - Come in for enjoyable stories and a craft about My House. Sibling Welcome! 11am - 12pm Preschool Story Time. Samuels Public Library, East Criser Road, Front Royal. - Come in for enjoyable stories and a craft about My House. Sibling Welcome! Friday, March 14 10:15am - 11:15am Valley Workforce Workshop. Samuels Public Library, East Criser Road, Front Royal. Get a job market overview, learn about the Workforce Investment Act Program, create a professional resume, and discover strategies for marketing yourself in a competitive job market.

Saturday, March 15 7am - 11am Pancake Breakfast. North Warren Volunteer Fire and Rescue Company #10. 89 Rockland Rd., Front Royal. Pancakes, biscuits, sausage & bacon, sausage & chip beef gravy, scrambled eggs, baked apples, coffee, juice, and hot tea. Adults $8.00; 4 - 12 years old $4.00; under 3 free. 8am - 10am Edward Jones 5k. Skyline High School, Skyline Vista Drive, Front Royal. Today is the Edward Jones 5k. The race will leave Skyline High School Campus, Skyline Vista Drive, left on Criser Road to Luray Avenue and left on Luray Avenue to Eastham Park. 9am - 12pm Cardboard Boat Regatta. Indoor pool, Jim Barnett Park, Winchester. Don’t miss these fun aquatic events coming soon to the indoor pool in Jim Barnett Park. Register early and receive a $10 discount off the participation fee. For ages 6+. Design, construct and navigate your corrugated cardboard boat across the blue seas of the indoor pool. Cardboard and roll of duct tape provided. 9am - 3pm Relay for Life Indoor Flea Market. Front Royal Church of the Brethren, 105 W. 13th St., Front Royal. Tables of Treasures and lunch will be sold! Proceeds will benefit the American Cancer Society. 9am - 5pm Southeastern Gun & Knife show. Body Renew Fitness & Family Sports Center, 221 Commonwealth Ct. Winchester. Displays range from rare and collectible civil war weaponry to the most recent hunting and shooting products. General merchandise also found at the show include army surplus, shooting supplies, historical collectibles, and other forms of military. Tickets available at the door. Visit www.guns-knives.com for details. 10am - 11am Preschool Fair. Samuels Public Library, East Criser Road, Front Royal. Join the Moms’ Club of Front Royal for a Preschool Fair. The fair will be a gathering of early educational opportunities including those found at Samuels Public Library. 10am - 12pm Free Home Decor & Design Symposium. George Washington Hotel, Winchester. Do you have a design dilemma in your home and want some expert advice? Here is your chance to ask one of Winchester’s Top designers. This event is FREE to the

Hours: Mon - Fri 5 9:30am to 5pm

public; however seating is limited. Required RSVP to Janice@JaniceCopeland. com or (540) 931-5050. 10am - 2pm Open House. Defensive Training Concepts, 5239 John Marshall Hwy, Front Royal. Please feel free to stop by the Open House to meet the Commander, Officers, and Registered Adults who will be running the new unit, and learn more about the Young Marines! 11:30am - 1pm Softball Pitching Camp. All Star Batting Cages, Berryville Avenue, Winchester. Coach Tim Mondell will conduct this camp. Pitchers will learn mechanics, drills, and training to establish a strong foundation along with video analysis. Cost is $125 and All-Star members pay $110. 2pm - 5pm Screening of “The House I Live In”. Handley Library, 100 W. Piccadilly St, Winchester. The Magic Lantern Theater will present a screening of the well-reviewed 2013 film documentary, “The House I Live In” (NR). This riveting film addresses the twin issues of the drug war and the accompanying upward spiral of prison incarceration in the U.S. Open to the public; donations welcome. Co-sponsors are NAACP Chapter #7127, the UUCSV and the Friends of Handley Library. For more info, e-mail info@magiclanterntheater.org or call (540) 678-0963. 3pm - 4pm Irish Step Dancing. Samuels Public Library, East Criser Road, Front Royal. Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with fantastic Irish dancing. Appropriate for the whole family 4:30pm - 7pm Spaghetti Dinner. 55 E. Strasburg Rd., Front Royal. Riverfront Christian School and Little Sheep Preschool will be hosting an all-you-can-eat Spaghetti Dinner and Open House. There

Empty Bowl Supper: Friday March 28th 2014, 4:30 pm Delicious, Gourmet Food And Lively Entertainment We would love to share the experience with you of standing in a soup line, only this time in solidarity with each other for a worthy cause. Come and sample a variety of delicious soups, including gourmet creations by Front Royal’s very own chefs Gary Kearney of Soul Mountain Restaurant and Terrence “Bucko” Lyon of Joe’s Steakhouse, and from Flint Hill, Chef Rachel Rowland of the Griffin Tavern! Homemade breads and freshly baked cookies will also be offered; enjoy in the company of community members and friends! This year we will have the pleasure of being entertained by our Warren County High School Jazz Band! BOWLS Beautiful, handmade bowls created for this event at Hands to

will be a silent auction and our students will have the opportunity to perform during the open microphone time. Tickets for children under 4 are free, ages 4-10 are $4.00 and 11-adult tickets are $7.00. For more information, please contact us at (540) 635-8202. Sunday, March 16 10am - 4pm Southeastern Gun & Knife Show. See description from Saturday, March 15. 11am - 12pm Shamrock Pageant. American Legion Giles B Cook Post 53, West 8th Street, Front Royal. TINY, LITTLE, PRE-TEEN, JR. MISS & MISS SHAMROCK PAGEANT - Tiny Miss will begin at 11:00a. Admission: $3.00/adults, $1.00/students (5-17), 4 and under FREE. Registration for this event will be held on March 12 from 6:00p - 7:00p at the American Legion. For more Information on fees and age groups please call Barbara Ballentine at (540) 635-8208 (cell (540) 671-1218) or Bonnie Lewis at (540) 6 35-5510. All proceeds benefit the Warren County Fair Scholarship Pageant. 2pm - 3pm R-MA Open House. Randolph-Macon Academy, Academy Drive, Front Royal. R-MA will hold an Open House today. Students interested in attending the Academy for either the 201415 school year or the summer program are encouraged to attend with their parents. Reservation requested, walkins welcome. For more information or to RSVP, please call (540) 636-5484, e-mail admission @rma.edu or sign up online at www.rma.edu/openhouse. 3pm - 6pm Screening of “Monsieur Lazhar”. Barns of Rose Hill, Chalmers Court, Berryville, Set in Montreal, the film Create and the Kiln Doctor will be available for you to choose from. Use yours for dinner and then take it home with you. Your individually handcrafted bowl is included in the price of your ticket. SILENT AUCTION A variety of services, treatments, gifts and works of art have been generously donated by business owners, service providers, experts, artists, and craftsmen in our community to be auctioned off! LOCATION AND TICKET INFORMATION Tickets are $25 per adult, $15 per student, and $5 per child . This year, our event will be held at the Warren County Community Center, located at 538 Villa Avenue in Front Royal. Please join us for the fun! Reserve your ticket(s) by March 14th, so that we can best prepare to accommodate you and your friends. Please contact Siggi Hepp-Dax with any questions: (540) 631-0956.

Read full issues FREE on www.WarrenCountyVA.com & www.FrederickCounty.com

Mid March, 2014 • Warren & Frederick County Report • Page 25

To advertise in Warren & Frederick County Report, Contact: Angie Buterakos at angie@fredcoreport.com • 540-683-9197 or Alison at alisond@warrencountyreport.com • 540-551-2072 tells of an elementary school teacher who must deal with the healing of his class after a tragic death: “leaves you hopeful and exhilaratedâ€? (Miami Herald). In French w/English s/t. Doors open thirty minutes early at both locations with wine, snacks and other refreshments available. Admission is $8 (MLT/ MSV/ Barns Members:$5). For further info, e-mail info@magiclanterntheater.org or call (540) 678-0963. Monday, March 17 St. Patrick’s Day 10am - 1pm Free backyard composting class. Exchange Shelter, Jim Barnett Park, Winchester. The City’s Recycling Coordinator, Michael Neese, is excited to share his knowledge and passion for composting with the community. Learn the how-tos, best practices, types of composting and available resources in the Winchester area in order to start and use compost effectively. Space is limited to contact Winchester Parks & Recreation (WPRD) at (540) 662-4946 today to register. 6pm - 9pm Regional Spelling Bee. Harry F. Byrd Business School at Shenandoah University, Winchester. Students from throughout the region will compete in the spelling bee for an opportunity to represent the area at the Scripps National Spelling Bee in Washington, D.C. 7pm - 8pm Council Work Session. Town Administration Building, 102 E. Main St. Tuesday, March 18 12:30pm - 1pm Tourism Tuesdays. 95.3 - the River radio station. Hear the latest tourism related news and events every Tuesday at 12:30! If you can’t listen live check out the podcasts at http:// www.theriver953online.com. 4:30pm - 5:30pm Big Kids Story Time. Samuels Public Library, East Criser Road, Front Royal. Join in for a craft, show and tell and story time all about birthdays - for kindergarten and up. 7pm - 8pm BZA Meeting. Front Royal Administration Building, 102 E Main Street, Front Royal. Today is the Board of Zoning Appeals meeting to be held in the upstairs Conference Room of the Front Royal Administration Building. Agenda are available in the Planning/Zoning Office located at 102 E Main Street (540) 635-4236.

Wednesday, March 19 Yard Waste Collection Begins. Town of Front Royal, Front Royal. Wednesday Yard Waste Collection begins today. Please call DES for more information at (540)635-7819. 10:15am - 11:15am Toddler Story Time. Samuels Public Library, East Criser Road, Front Royal. Join in for a STEM Program all about measurement. Join in for a story time and craft centered around Toilet Paper Olympics. Siblings Welcome! 11am - 12pm Preschool Story Time. Samuels Public Library, East Criser Road, Front Royal. Join in for a STEM Program all about measurement. Join in for a story time and craft centered around Toilet Paper Olympics. Siblings Welcome! 7pm - 8pm Planning Commission Meeting. County of Warren Government Center.

Friday, March 21 7pm - 9pm. Bingo. North Warren Fire and Rescue. 266 Rockland Court, Front Royal. Proceeds will benefit the American Cancer Society. Prizes include Longaberger and Thirty-One Products. Advance Tickets are $20 or $25 at Door. Doors open at 5pm. Concessions, door prizes, raffles and more will be available. Call (540) 683-1399 or (540) 683-8585 for more information. Sponsored by Ethel’s Gang Relay For Life Team. 8pm - 10pm The Van Buren Winds w/ Pianist Eric Huebner. Goodson Chapel Recital Hall, Winchester. Free concert featuring JÜrg Widmann’s Funf Bruchstrucke for Clarinet and Piano, Kalevi Aho’s Quintet for Winds, Thierry Escaich Mecanic’s Song for Piano and Wind Quintet, and Karol Beffa’s Blow Up for Amplified Piano and Wind Quartet.

Thursday, March 20 10:15am - 11:15am Toddler Story Time. Samuels Public Library, East Criser Road, Front Royal. Join in for a STEM Program all about measurement. Join in for a story time and craft centered around Toilet Paper Olympics. Siblings Welcome! 11am - 12pm Preschool Story Time. Samuels Public Library, East Criser Road, Front Royal. Join in for a STEM Program all about measurement. Join in for a story time and craft centered around Toilet Paper Olympics. Siblings Welcome! 5pm - 8pm Third Thursday Art Walk. Downtown Front Royal 6pm - 8pm Family Night Presentation on Complicated Parenting. Apple Pie Ridge Elementary School, Winchester. During this event, local experts in the field of complicated co-parenting Carmela Crawford and Sarah Childress will address the common mistakes that parents make when overwhelmed by their own challenging circumstances and will provide helpful skills for parents to bring up well-adjusted and happy children. Parents from several schools are invited to the event. Ms. Crawford and Ms. Childress are experts in co-parenting and provide a co-parenting course through the Parent Resource Center in Winchester. 7pm - 1am “Saliva� in Concert. Blue Fox Billiards Bar & Grill, Rt. 50 East, Winchester. 3 bands for the price of 1. Doors open at 7pm, show at 8pm. $15 in advance, $20 day of show. Get tickets online at www.bluefoxbilliards.com.

Saturday, March 22 8am - 1pm Pancake Breakfast. Moose Lodge, John Marshall Highway, Front Royal. The 9th Annual Cub Scout Pack #112 Pancake Breakfast is being held today. There will be pancakes, sausage and sausage gravy, eggs, orange juice, milk, coffee and tea. Tickets: $6.00 or $7.00 at the Door. Advance tickets are available from any pack member or call Joe (540) 660-5276 or email: joejoshua@icloud. com. 11am - 12pm Saturday Family Time. Samuels Public Library, East Criser Road, Front Royal. Bring the whole family to the cozy dreamy blue play area for an assortment of exciting stories with Miss Tamara. A perfect way to spend an enjoyable Saturday morning. 11:30am - 1pm Softball Pitching Camp. See description for Saturday, March 16. 2pm - 3pm Chess Challenge. Samuels Public Library, East Criser Road, Front Royal. Meet other kids and teens who enjoy the challenge of a good Chess game. Ages 8 and up. Please register. 6pm - 9pm Womanless Beauty Pageant. Strasburg High School, Strasburg. To benefit The American Cancer Society and Carolyn Guinn. Donations at the door. Raffle tickets sold at event for chance to win auction items. To participate contact Lori Schlentner, lorischlentner@yahoo. com or (540) 325-4916. 7:30pm - 10:30pm Benefit Dance. Front Royal Elks Lodge #2382, Front Royal. Proceeds from the dance will benefit the Front Royal Police Foundation. “JUMP ALLEY� will be providing Big Band

HU, A Love Song to God A free presentation for the community Singing HU can: Help you experience divine love Offer solace during times of grief Bring peace and calm

For More Information See Our Website www.eckankar.org Virginia Satsang Society, a Chartered Affiliate of Eckankar

PINOCCIOS CLOCK REPAIR ‹ (\[OVYPaLK :LY]PJL Ŝ $XWKRUL]HG 6HUYLFH &HQWHU IRU +RZDUG 0LOOHU *LU[LY MVY /V^HYK 4PSSLY 6OLJK ‹ 3PJLUZLK HUK 0UZ\YLK Ŝ /LFHQVHG DQG ,QVXUHG ‹ /V\ZL *HSSZ (]HPSHISL Ŝ +RXVH &DOOV $YDLODEOH ‹ (U[PX\L VY 4VKLYU Ŝ $QWLTXH RU 0RGHUQ ‹ :LY]PUN [OL =HSSL` MVY Ŝ 6HUYLQJ WKH YDOOH\ IRU V]LY `LHYZ RYHU \HDUV ‹

(540) 636-7369 > [O :[ -YVU[ 9V`HS

YLWHPY'WPUVJJPVZJSVJRYLWHPY UL[ www.pinocciosclockrepair.net

Calendar and Swing Music for your dancing pleasure. Tickets available at the ELKS Lodge on Guard Hill road, Couples $35/ singles $25 if purchased before Mar 22nd, $40 couple/ $30 single at the door the night of the dance. For information call the Lodge at (540) 635-2330 after 3:30 pm. Sunday, March 23 1pm - 4pm Vino E Formaggio Wine Tasting. 124 E. Main Street. Always free and always fun! Friday, March 28 4:30pm - 8:30pm Empty Bowl Supper. Warren County Community Center, 538 Villa Avenue, Front Royal. Join us for delicious food, lively entertainment, and a silent auction. Beautiful, handmade bowls created for this event at Hands to Create and the Kiln Doctor will be available for you to choose from. Use yours for dinner and then take it home with you. Your in-

Join the Strong WomenHealthy Hearts Program Heart disease is the leading cause of death for women in the United States. Heart disease and stroke can limit a woman’s ability to do the everyday things that she enjoys and are a part of her daily routine. Strong Women-Healthy Hearts (SWHH) is a research-based exercise and nutrition program designed by researchers at Tufts University and taught in partnership with a Virginia Cooperative Extension Educator with the goal of helping women improve their heart health. SWHH is an aerobic exercise, nutrition and weight management program for the prevention of heart disease. It is a fun, hands-on way to make positive changes to help you eat better, move more, and improve your general health and well-being. A new class begins March 24 with classes meeting every Monday and Wednesday for 8 weeks from 5:30-6:45 p.m. at the Wesley United Methodist Church in Winchester. Cost is $35 and covers all materials including handouts, pedometers, and food demos during each class. The class targets women over 40 who have been mostly or completely inactive for the past few years and are interested in improving their health and vitality. Topics to be covered include menu planning, cooking healthy meals, and portion control, among others. Exercise will be low to moderate intensity and will consist of walking and some aerobic dance. For registration information, please contact Rebecca Davis at rdavis59@vt.edu or call (540) 665-5699. If you are a person with a disability and desire any assistive devices, services, or other accommodation to participate in this activity, please

dividually handcrafted bowl is included in the price of your ticket. Come and sample a variety of delicious soups, including gourmet creations by Front Royal’s very own chefs Gary Kearney of Soul Mountain Restaurant and Terrence “Bucko� Lyon of Joe’s Steakhouse, and from Flint Hill Chef Rachel Rowland of the Griffin Tavern! Homemade breads and freshly baked cookies will also be offered; enjoy in the company of community members and friends! This year we will have the pleasure of being entertained by our Warren County High School Jazz Band! Tickets are $25 per adult, $15 per student, and $5 per child. Please join us for the fun! Reserve your ticket(s) by March 14th so that we can best prepare to accommodate you and your friends. Proceeds benefit the House of Hope. Please contact Siggi Hepp-Dax with any questions: (540) 631-0956.

notify Rebecca Davis, Virginia Cooperative Extension – Frederick County Office, at (540) 665-5699/ TDD* during business hours of Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m.5:00 p.m.to discuss accommodations 5 days prior to the event. *TDD number is (800) 828-1120.

Lord Fairfax SBDC Upcoming Event Fail-Safe Leadership Straight Talk about Correcting the Leadership in your Small Business. The Lord Fairfax Small Business Development Center is offering a 4-hour workshop specifically designed to help the small business owner.   This workshop advances a results-based definition of leadership. It demonstrates how it’s possible to grow leaders quickly and attain results that are aligned with your business plans and will help you improve your bottom line. You will also receive a DISC Index personal assessment, and a copy of the Fail-Safe Leadership book.   The DISC Index measures the business owner’s natural and adaptive behavioral styles.  By understanding how you prefer to behave, you are better aligned to your environment, and select the work that ensures more meaning and success while producing less stress. $170 for the first and the second will be at half price; make this part of your team’s professional development process. Register with Andy at agyurisin@lfsbdc.org  Seminar #1 will be held Tuesday, March 11th, from 8am - 12pm. Cost: $170. Seminar #2 will be on Thursday, March 20th from 6pm - 9pm and costs $170. Limited Seating Available Register today at (540) 868-7093.-868-70

Page 26 • Warren & Frederick County Report • Mid March, 2014

To advertise in Warren & Frederick County Report, Contact: Alison at alisond@warrencountyreport.com • 540-551-2072 or Angie Buterakos at angie@warrencountyreport.com • 540-683-9197

Briefs So You Want to be a Federal Contractor? The Introduction to Federal Contracting! Want to learn about how to become a FEDERAL CONTRACTOR? Want to learn how to FIND BUYERS on federal contracts? Eager to hear what agencies buy what you sell? Want to learn who is your COMPETITION? These questions, plus many more will be answered on March 18th from 811am in Corron Room 108, Middletown, Virginia. The cost is $25. Anna Urman of VA PTAP will be on-site for this informative seminar. After the seminar, Anna will be hosting hour-long ONE-ON-ONE sessions to answer specific questions about your small business and federal contracting. Book Today. Contact Andy today to schedule an appointment. ONE-On-ONE with Ray SidneySmith Talk Direct with the SBDC’s own “Google-ologist” to discuss your online marketing strategy - for FREE! Due to a strong request, we have contracted with Ray Sidney-Smith to provide more one-on-one FREE counseling sessions to clients within the Lord Fairfax SBDC area. Ray will be taking appointments via SKYPE on Thursday March 27th, 2014 from 9am-12pm and then from 1pm to 3pm. We will only have SIX open slots available, and they will come as a first come first serve basis, so email Andy today if you have any questions or like to schedule one of these appointments. Again, this is a free consultation that will require only about an hour of your time, but the knowledge that Ray brings will be a value to your small business. Contact Andy Gyurisin at (540) 868-7093 or email: agyurisin@ lfsbdc.org. Space is limited. Sessions will be held at our locations in Culpeper and Middletown. United Way recognizes outstanding volunteer support The United Way held its Annual meeting on Thursday, February 27, at LFCC-Corron Center. Joe Shtulman, United Way President and Chief Professional Officer, reported that the United Way Annual Meeting is an opportunity to highlight 2013 accomplishments, recognize outstanding campaign achievements, honor a Volunteer and Youth Volunteer of the

Trenum’s Auto Repair

5444 Main St. Stephens City

540-508-0451

trenumsautorepair@gmail.com

Call or stop by Today!!!

Limited time offer that could save you $hundreds$ on your repair bill. this ad Mention ur lower yo l il w e e to and w ourly Rat ur. H r o b La ho ars per $50 doll

Read full issues FREE on www.WarrenCountyVA.com & www.FrederickCounty.com

Follow us on FB for weekly special offers!

www.facebook.com/trenumsautorepair

Year and have some fun. Kurt Beyreis, a retired Exxon-Mobil executive was honored as volunteer of the Year and Callie Clayton, a senior at James Wood High School, was recognized as Youth Volunteer of the Year. The United Way of Northern Shenandoah Valley voted in new officers for 2014: Dr. David Sovine, Superintendent, Frederick County Schools, was elected Chairman of the United Way Board of Directors. Dr. Sovine will provide the volunteer leadership important in insuring that the organization works to identify and impact human care needs in the Northern Shenandoah Valley. The following officers will work with Dr. Sovine in 2014: 1st Vice Chairman – Ron Kaplan, TREX; 2nd Vice Chairman- Scott Harvard, First Bank; Treasurer- Ted Troxell, Belk; Secretary- Darcus Breneman, BB&T Wealth; and President/ Chief Professional Officer- Joe Shtulman. Free Tdap Immunizations Being Offered to Rising Sixth Grade Students Frederick County Public Schools will be offering tetanus, diphtheria and pertussis (Tdap) booster vaccinations to rising sixth grade students through a partnership with the Lord Fairfax Health District again this year. On March 25, 26 and 27, fifth grade students attending each of Frederick County’s 11 elementary schools will have the opportunity to receive their Tdap booster free of charge. Students will only be able to receive the vaccination if their parents have provided the school with written permission prior to Friday, March 14. Since 2006, all rising sixth grade students have been required to have the Tdap booster. If the student has had a tetanus-containing vaccine within the last five years (after August 2009), the booster isn’t necessary. Some students also are exempt from the immunization requirement for religious or medical reasons. Frederick County Public Schools Coordinator of Health Services Pam

Unhoch says, “The Tdap booster is one of the required immunizations for students who attend a public school in Virginia. Parents are responsible for providing their child’s school with documentation showing that all required immunizations are current. Thanks to our partnership with the local health department, we’re able to help parents ensure their child has an opportunity to receive the Tdap booster free of charge.” Sixth grade students who have not had their vaccination prior to the first day of the 2014-15 school year will be temporarily excluded from classes until the booster has been administered. Schedule for Tdap Vaccinations Tuesday, March 25, 2014 Greenwood Mill Elementary Redbud Run Elementary Stonewall Elementary Armel Elementary Evendale Elementary Wednesday, March 26, 2014 Apple Pie Ridge Elementary Gainesboro Elementary Indian Hollow Elementary Thursday, March 27, 2014 Middletown Elementary Orchard View Elementary Bass-Hoover Elementary Become a Welcome Center Volunteer Concierge The Old Town Winchester Welcome Center is looking for enthusiastic and engaging members of the community to volunteer as Welcome Center Concierge. As a Concierge, volunteers will have the opportunity to welcome visitors to downtown Winchester and provide information to help create a memorable experience, assist community members in learning about upcoming events and getting engaged in Old Town, and to support the overall mission of the City of Winchester local government. Visit the Old Town Winchester website at www.oldtownwinchesterva.com to learn more about Old Town

Newtown Antiques & Pawn

+21(<%((

5413 Main St. Stephens City, VA (540) 869-2669

BUZZ on in for one of a kind homespun gifts, art, jewelry, primitive country décor & so much more!

WE BUY GOLD & SILVER!

Buy, Sell, Loan Everyday! +RXUV 0 ) 6DW Closed Sunday www.newtownantiquesandpawn.com

Home Décor and More

NEW STORE HOURS Thurs. - Sat. 10 - 5 Sun. 12 - 5

110 N. Massanutten St., Strasburg

540-465-1414

Engle’s Angle:

“parting is such sweet sorrow” By Kevin S. Engle Warren County Report Shakespeare wrote it, and Juliet said it. And I agree. I lost a close friend recently. That’s not true. I gave him away. But that’s beside the point. The point is, I miss him. He was a good friend. And so, I wrote him this letter. Dear HP, You know I’ve always hated goodbyes. I get choked up at farewell and this was no different. And that’s why I wrote this letter. I hope it answers all your questions and helps you understand why I did what I had to. I can’t believe I brought you home over nine years ago. It seems like yesterday. You had your own spot in the house. One with a great view. And that’s where you stayed. We shared some good times. The stories I wrote and the pay stubs you printed. And those Christmas letters every year. The ones where I made fun of my mother-in-law. You did what I asked you to. Most of the time. But things changed the last few months. You started doing things you shouldn’t have. Like those black lines on the left side of the page. Lines that weren’t supposed to be there. What was that all about? And the blurry text that was hard to read. You weren’t doing your job. You weren’t meeting my requirements. I did my best to take care of you. When you were thirsty and needed ink, I gave it to you. And not the cheap stuff either. When you were hungry, I fed you paper. Maybe I should’ve done more. Maybe I should’ve cleaned you every now and then.

But who cleans their printer? I didn’t. And so, I had to let you go. And that’s what I did. I’m not telling you this to hurt your feelings, but there’s already someone else. She’s newer, faster and lighter. You have to admit you were chunky. You might think about shedding a few pounds. Her name is also HP. She’s a 7520. You were a 7300. She’s smart. Photosmart. She’s everything I need, and she listens. She’s not perfect though. She drinks, just like you, and not just black and tricolor, but black and photo black and cyan, whatever that is, plus magenta and yellow. So now I have to buy five ink cartridges, not just two. But she’ll print on both sides of the paper. You did, for a while. And I can read what she prints. And no black lines on the left side of the page. And so old friend, it’s time to say goodbye. And that’s why I took you back to the store. Back where you came from. I asked what would happen next. They said they’d ship you back. Back to where you were born. They’ll look you over and reuse what they can. Maybe all you really need is a thorough cleaning and you’ll be good to go again. Ready to sit on the corner of someone else’s desk, waiting for their instructions. I wish you the best. Paper when you’re famished and ink when you’re parched. I’ll always remember you HP. So long old friend. Happy printing to you. HP leaves behind two partially used ink cartridges and many examples of his work. Cards and donations can be sent to the author in care of the HP 7300 Memorial Fund. – kevinengle456@comcast.net

Read full issues FREE on www.WarrenCountyVA.com & www.FrederickCounty.com

Mid March, 2014 • Warren & Frederick County Report • Page 27

To advertise in Warren & Frederick County Report, Contact: Angie Buterakos at angie@fredcoreport.com • 540-683-9197 or Alison at alisond@warrencountyreport.com • 540-551-2072 Winchester and the Welcome Center. Training will be provided to all volunteers. For more information about volunteering at the Welcome Center, please contact Downtown Manager Jennifer Bell at (540) 535-3660 or email Jennifer.bell@winchesterva.gov. Feb. 2014 Market Overview Frederick County Statistics Number of Homes Sold 2014:  48  (down 32%)    2013:  71 Average Sold Price  2014:  $210,552 (up 7%) 2013:  $196,565 Average Days on Market Â

2014:  78 2013:  78 List Price vs Sold Price  2014:  97% 2013:  96%  Winchester City Statistics Number of Homes Sold 2014:  16  (up 14%)    2013:  14 Average Sold Price  2014:  $194,818 (down 17%) 2013:  $235,527 Average Days on Market  2014:  81 (37% slower) 2013:  59 List Price vs Sold Price Â

2014:  97% 2013:  96% Notes: February was a tough weather month, which added to the higher Days on Market.  The Winchester City Average Sales Price went down a bit in February due to there being new condos created/ sold that hadn’t existed before and the fact that there were several short sales/ foreclosures sold in February. Overall, we find ourselves in a stable market with tons of buyers out there and ready to buy.  We continue to have an inventory shortage!  So if you’ve even thinking of selling, call us

Restoring headlights can dramatically improve visibility

(MS) -- The road can be unpredictable, and many things can compromise driver safety. Though some of these things, like smartphones and loud music, are easily avoided distractions, some safety risks require a little more effort to overcome. Such is the case with cloudy headlights. Cloudy headlights can compromise a driver’s vision, putting motorists and their passengers at risk of accident and injury. Though it’s easy to overlook headlights when performing routine vehicle maintenance, drivers should know that, as headlights age, they become discolored and develop a hazy or yellowed appearance due to exposure to the sunlight, pollution, ozone and chemicals used in car washes. As headlights become increasingly hazy, they emit less light and glare increases significantly. “Driving with headlights that have become clouded over time leaves drivers vulnerable to risky driving conditions,� said Ann-Marie Hines, Senior Marketing Manager of Philips Automtoive. “These dim headlights function improperly for drivers, limiting the amount of light on the road, and actually dramatically increase the glare that other drivers see.� Fortunately, ensuring optimal headlight performance can be relatively simple and dramatically improve visibility, ensuring the safety

of drivers and their passengers. * Clean headlights before driving in inclement weather. Drivers know to clean their windshields before hitting the road in snowstorms, but few drivers exercise the same caution with their headlights. Salt from snowy roads or debris blown about from seasonal winds can accumulate on headlight lenses, decreasing their effectiveness and light output as a result. So before hitting the road in inclement weather, be sure to remove any dirt or film from headlight lenses that might have built up over time. * Address headlight issues before they appear. Though headlights will inevitably wear down over time, drivers can still take preventative measures to improve the performance of their headlights so their visibility is not compromised. The Philips Headlight Restoration Kit includes a pre-treatment that provides long-lasting UV protection for headlight lenses. Thanks to the kit, which also includes a cleaner/ polish and restorer/protector, drivers can restore a headlight lens in as little as 30 minutes. Drivers hesitant to perform their own restoration can calm their nerves by taking advantage of a short how-to video that shows motorists how to restore headlight lens clarity in a matter of minutes. The video, which can be found at www.philipsautolighting. com/headlightkit, can help driv-

ers restore their headlights to “like new� quality while increasing visibility and reducing glare. * Replace headlight bulbs. Much like light bulbs used in a home, headlight bulbs tend to wear down over time. Humidity, electrical resistance, filament fatigue and general usage combine to reduce the light output of headlight bulbs, which experts recommend should be replaced every two years. When replacing headlight bulbs, drivers can upgrade existing bulbs with a new generation of high performance light bulbs that mark a dramatic improvement over the traditional halogen bulbs which are standard on many vehicles. Philips Upgrade Headlight Bulbs are designed to put substantially more light on the road while creating a better beam pattern that is much longer than that produced by standard halogen bulbs. Available in a variety of brands, these uniquely designed bulbs are even tailored to meet specific driver’s needs, ensuring commuters, soccer moms and sports enthusiasts won’t fall victim to poor visibility no matter where their travels take them. * Routinely clean your vehicle’s glass and mirrors. Dirty and aging headlight lenses are not the only thing that can compromise a driver’s vision on the road. Debris and film buildup on windshield glass and on rear- and side-view mirrors can reduce vision, especially for drivers who smoke inside their vehicles. Make cleaning the glass and mirrors inside and outside of your vehicle part of your routine vehicle maintenance. Such cleaning won’t take very long, but it will significantly improve visibility. When cleaning side-view mirrors, be sure to properly adjust them to eliminate blind spots. More information is available at www.philips.com/automotive

Briefs and let’s see what your home is worth in today’s market!  Courtesy of Jan & Dan Team, RE/ MAX Roots Annual ‘Kitten Shower’ Humane Society fundraiser Spring is right around the corner and the Humane Society of Warren County is preparing for the pitterpatter of little kitten paws. HSWC will be hosting their annual kitten shower and donation drive on Sunday, March 30, from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. The kitten shower will be held at the Julia Wagner Animal Shelter 1245 Progress Drive in Front Royal. Please join us for an afternoon of cupcake decorating and a visit from the Easter Bunny. There is no charge to attend but we ask that you bring a donation for the kittens. Each spring and summer the Humane Society of Warren County takes in hundreds of kittens. We need your help to care for them all. We are most in need of Purina Kitten Chow, Kitten Milk Replacer and canned cat food. HSWC would like to thank Front Royal Mascots for their support of this event. Senior Fitness Programs At the Golds Gym in Front Royal SilverSneakers members enjoy state of the art facilities, SilverSneaker Classic and Yoga classes, as well as the many health benefits regular exercise provides them with. The award-winning SilverSneakers Fitness Program increases physical activity in older adults, resulting in higher well-being and lower healthcare costs. The SilverSneakers Fitness ProgramÂŽ is available at the Gold’s Gym in Front Royal and is available through several Health Plans in the area.

Classes are 45-60 minutes and we use chairs, weights, tubing and balls making it accessible for all. Bringing a water bottle is highly recommended. Call Front Royal Gold’s Gym at (540) 636-3487 or check with your Healthcare Provider to see if you qualify for the SilverSneakers Fitness Program. Please come in for a free weeks visit and try our SilverSneakers Classic class Mondays and Wednesdays at 10:30 and Fridays we have Yoga at 10:30 where we use chairs instead of a mat. We look forward to seeing you there. Tot Tumbling Class The Warren County Parks and Recreation Department is accepting registrations for their Tot Tumbling Program, for those ages 4 years and younger. This program is geared to provide a safe environment for children to become cofident as they develop fundamental movement skills and to encouarage participation in physical fitness. Classes will be held at the Warren County Health and Human Services Complex CafÊ on Mondays 12pm-12:40pm or 6pm-6:40pm, beginning March 31 through May 5, 2014. Cost is $62.00 per child for the 6 week session with a 10 participant limit per class. Parent must accompany child. For more information contact the WC Community Center office, Monday through Saturday, 8:00am -10:00pm and Sunday, 1:00pm – 9:00pm at (540) 635-1021.

Send your brief news items to briefs@warrencountyreport.com

Office Space for Rent in Bentonville In Post Office Complex Beside Buracker Construction Office

2 Office Rooms, 1 Bathroom, 1 Large Storage Room Rent includes electric, HVAC & High Speed Internet PR \U OHDVH ‡ SRVVLELOLW\ RI sharing as telecommuting office

AVAILABLE NOW! Call Martha Buracker @ 636-1879 RU HPDLO EXUDFNHU#FRPFDVW QHW

On the Road Driving School, LLC Garland T. Williams, Owner

5336 Water Street, Stephens City, VA 22655 Ph: (540) 869-6105 Cell: (540) 247-3197 www.ontheroaddrivingschool.com Driver Improvement Clinic

Driver Education Class

Sunday April 13th Saturday April 26th

April 15th to May 15th

Classes at Holiday Inn Express 142 Foxridge Ln. Winchester, VA 22601

Mt. View Christian Academy Stephens City, VA

Classes at 153 Narrow Ln.

WE HAVE ONLINE DRIVER IMPROVEMENT CLASSES

Page 28 • Warren & Frederick County Report • Mid March, 2014

Read full issues FREE on www.WarrenCountyVA.com & www.FrederickCounty.com

To advertise in Warren & Frederick County Report, Contact: Alison at alisond@warrencountyreport.com • 540-551-2072 or Angie Buterakos at angie@warrencountyreport.com • 540-683-9197

State

Virginia’s ‘Marshall Plan’ – just say no to Planned Parenthood Defunding initiative likely facing uphill battle to get to gubernatorial veto By Dana Carlson Capital News Service RICHMOND, Feb. 28 – Virginia could be the next state to defund Planned Parenthood if a budget amendment proposed by pro-life Delegate Bob Marshall, R-Manassas, gains traction in the Senate budget. Although House Bill 531 seeking to defund Planned Parenthood was defeated by a voice vote in the Health and Human Resources subcommittee, Marshall’s identical budget amendment was padded by the House Appropriations Committee. Virginia legislators have entertained but failed to pass a number of bills and budget amendments to defund Planned Parenthood since 2010. And following the McAuliffe-Northam-Herring sweep of the states’ top offices in November and subsequent Senatorial special election holds, Democrats now hold the Lt. Governor’s tiebreaking vote in the Senate, not to mention the governor’s veto-holding pen. “I think if Virginia were to defund Planned Parenthood there would be court cases to follow,� Delegate Jennifer McClellan, D-Richmond, said. “If we get a final budget, I don’t think [the amendment] will be in there, but if it is, (Governor) McAuliffe will veto it.� It’s wrong to defund an organization because it performs one legal procedure that you disagree with, McClellan said, adding, “Everyone

pays a tax for something they object to.� Planned Parenthood has taken blows across the nation as groups like the grassroots Political Action Committee “Susan B. Anthony List� prioritize defunding Planned Parenthood. The SBA has supported reducing or eliminating funding for Planned Parenthood in states, including Arizona, Florida, Kansas, Indiana, Texas, Wisconsin, New Jersey, New Hampshire, Tennessee and North Carolina. Now, as the Virginia General Assembly session wanes to a close, the five Planned Parenthood locations in Virginia could face funding cuts if the Senate adopts the amendment into its version of the budget. “I like a fair fight, when you are dealing with a child who can’t defend themselves,� Marshall said. “And you have these abortion doctors doing this. That’s not a fair fight.� However, the Planned Parenthood Annual Report for 2012-2013 indicates abortions accounted for only 3 percent of its services. The question for legislators is whether opposition to this one service justifies cutting the huge bulk of Planned Parenthood medical services. According to the Virginia Division

“MAKE YOUR NEXT CUT�

THE RIGHT CUT - Fa m i l y S a l o n -

Artistically Framed, LLC Custom Framing & Art Specializing in the Usual & Unusual Work of Local Artists, Art Lessons

1855 SENSENY RD #6

255 Fairfax Pike, Suite 2 4UFQIFOT $JUZ t SAVE 10% WITH THIS AD!

WINCHESTER, VA 22602

540 ¡ 662 ¡ 5992

Now’s the time to buy! Best Prices! Lowest Interest Rates! Your key to great homes at great prices with great financing

Contact me for availability of homes and land starting under $200,000 100% Financing for qualified first-time buyers

Hardwood Floors; Master Suite with deluxe bath; open floor plan; fireplace; deck.

540-551-2162

conniesmallwood@mris.com www.conniesmallwood.com

Connie Smallwood

of Health, the five Virginia Planned Parenthood facilities offered services such as annual exams, birth control, family planning, emergency contraception, pregnancy testing, counseling, STD testing and colposcopy procedures to 24,000 men and women in 2012, in addition to performing 6,252 abortions in 2012. But with even a Republican-controlled General Assembly failing to pass similar defunding legislation

over the past three years, Marshall altered the focus of this year’s initiative. He said an organization that makes political statements should not receive state funding. Marshall cited the Planned Parenthood “Keep Ken Out� campaign directed at antichoice Republican gubernatorial candidate Ken Cuccinelli last year. As state attorney general, Cuccinelli also introduced amendments to defund Planned Parenthood

and pushed the Virginia Board of Health to demand all abortion clinics adhere to hospital building-code standards. Opponents say that code change for such clinics is meaningless as a safety standard. Rather, they view it as a political tool pushed by an aggressive socially-conservative attorney general to accomplish what Virginia’s conservative legislators could not.

How to gift a vehicle

Generous friends or family members frequently opt to give away an older-model car to someone who may not have the means to purchase a car of their own. Vehicles are a necessity for those who live in areas where public transportation is unavailable or inconvenient, and gifting a car can have a significant impact on the life of someone who will be on the receiving end of the present. While gifting a car may seem like a straightforward transaction, some steps need to be taken to ensure the process is conducted in adherence to the law. Various states and provinces may have their own specific rules, so it is best to contact your local department of motor vehicles office. The following are some general guidelines. Transfering a vehicle to another person, whether it is a gift or a sale, involves transfer of the title as well. A vehicle title is a legal document naming a person or persons as the owner of the vehicle. The title contains the current owner’s name and residential address. It also includes

the vehicle’s identification number, or VIN, the date the car was sold and the mileage on the vehicle at the time of sale. Depending on where you live, transferring the title may be as simple as writing “gift� on the title. Otherwise, you may need to fill out forms to transfer the title to another person. Some people draw up a bill of sale with a nominal dollar amount to include with the title to show documentation of the transfer of ownership. Additionally, the recipient of the gifted car will fill out paperwork, which includes tax information. Again, depending on where you live, there will be rules about tax exemptions or taxes that must be paid on the vehicle. This is another time when contacting the motor vehicle department is adviseable. Keep in mind that whoever is doing the gifting may not be able to use the car as a tax write-off. The United States Internal Revenue Service notes that you cannot deduct the value of gifts you make other than those given to registered charitable

Gifting a vehicle requires a few steps that may vary depending on where the vehicle transfer is taking place. organizations. It is common courtesy to ensure the vehicle is in good working order prior to giving it as a gift. This way the recipient isn’t faced with a bevy of costly repairs. Take the car or truck in for a tune-up. Be sure it has a fresh oil change and that it has been washed and vacuumed. This way the recipient gets the maximum benefit from this generous gift.

FRONT ROYAL’S BRIDAL HEADQUARTERS Don’t just tell her how much you love her... Show her with a gift from Diamond Dealers Exchange!

Pre-Easter Sale!

With any $75 purchase you are automatically entered to win a fabulous pair of Champagne Diamond Earrings!

Diamond drawing on Fri. May 9th

Retail value $899. Stop by store for details.

Diamond Dealers Exchange Inc. Formerly The Chain Reaction Fine Jewelers

In the K-Mart Shopping Center Next to Radio Shack

540-636-7210

“Bill Tanner / Jeweler / Gemologist / Your Friend In The Jewelry Industry�

540-636-7210 DiamondDealersExchange.com

Read full issues FREE on www.WarrenCountyVA.com & www.FrederickCounty.com

Mid March, 2014 • Warren & Frederick County Report • Page 29

To advertise in Warren & Frederick County Report, Contact: Angie Buterakos at angie@fredcoreport.com • 540-683-9197 or Alison at alisond@warrencountyreport.com • 540-551-2072

State

Marshall, Edwards square off at VCU on health care Legislators debate contraception coverage, health care mandates By Dana Carlson Capital News Service RICHMOND, Feb. 28 – Delegate Bob Marshall, R-Manassas, defended what he termed religious freedom at Virginia Commonwealth University in a debate against Sen. John Edwards, DRoanoke, regarding the Affordable Care Act provision requiring employers to provide insurance plans with contraceptive coverage. At the debate Marshall declared parts of the Affordable Care Act unconstitutional under the establishment clause of the First Amendment and the Virginia Statute of Religious Freedom. However, in countering Marshall’s contention ACA provisions take away anyone’s right to

BS

worship as they please, Edwards stated, “Religious freedom goes both ways. It’s not only your right to express your religious views; it’s your right not to have someone else impose their religious views on you.â€? “Laws have always provided for conscientious objection; why not here?â€? Marshall asked. “Is the requirement that everyone be involved in abortion pills some mandate of a religion or the Constitution?â€? “A secular, for-profit organization has no business telling their employees that they cannot have what everyone else is entitled to have,â€? Edwards said. â€œIt’s a slippery slope if a person who runs a company can decide for their employees what kind of health care they are allowed access to.

BUILDING, REMODELING & HANDYMAN SERVICE

Replacement Windows • Siding Decks & Porches • Roof Repair Additions Finished Basements • Fine Carpentry • Ceramic Tile Interior & Exterior Painting • Floor Covering Tree & Yard Work • Power Washing

Call Buck (540) 551-2673

N I A R T E L A S SET

The state has a compelling interest to make sure everyone is covered and a compelling interest to make sure women are treated equally and public health is protected.� “If you want birth control, go to Wal-Mart,� Marshall said. Marshall said he didn’t believe in paying for contraception with his tax money and compared the expense of birth control to the cost of buying a cup or two of Starbucks coffee each month. Virginia presently gives employers the option to include contraception coverage within their health plans, according to the National Conference of State Legislatures. According to the Kaiser Family Foundation Survey, 85 percent of large firm employers offer contraceptive coverage. The Department of Health and Human Services modified the religious employer exemption to the Affordable Care Act in June to simplify the requirements an organization must meet to be exempt from offering contraception coverage. According to the United Healthcare website, religious entities can be exempt from the requirement by filling out a form that designates them as a nonprofit organization such as a

church, other house of worship, a convention or association of churches, or a group participating exclusively in religious activities of any religious order. The debate was sponsored by the First Freedom Center, Histor-

Did you know?

In the future, cars may not be built and assembled at automotive warehouses and factories full of automated robots. They may be the product of more efficient manufacturing thanks to 3D printing, which can produce relatively inexpensive, light and efficient automobiles. One pioneer, Jim Kor, founder of the Urbee 2, a 3D-printed vehicle, made a three-wheel, two-passenger vehicle with plastic through Fused Deposition Modeling, or FDM. This involves spraying molten polymer layer by

540-868-0025

3343 Valley Ave. Kernstown, VA Checkout our line of Broadway Limited HO loco’s - all on sale!

ic Polegreen Church Foundation, and the L. Douglas Wilder School of Government and Public Affairs at Virginia Commonwealth University.

1FOOTZ 'MZFS 3FNPUF 4FU w/ RailSounds & Remote

Big Savings on SUPER SALE! all in stock $ 179 Lionel Train Sets www.mariostrains.com .PO 5IVST QN UP QN Ĺ” 'SJ QN QN Ĺ” 4BU BN QN

layer to build the car chassis. The entire car, which is roughly 10 feet long, took about 2,500 hours to build. What would normally be several pieces of metal and other components in a traditional car is now made from fewer and larger pieces that result in a lighter vehicle. And a car with less weight can use fuel more efficiently. Vehicles that are made through 3D printing may be the wave of the future, potentially revolutionizing automobile construction.

Every Friday night doors open at 5pm Bingo starts @ 7pm Progressive games:

Queen of Hearts = $1823 Treasure Chest = $600 1st Progressive = $700 2nd Progressive = $1700 3rd Progressive =$2500 Instant Prog.= $4000

Front Royal VFD Inc.

221 N. Commerce Ave. Front Royal, Va 22630

Page 30 • Warren & Frederick County Report • Mid March, 2014

Read full issues FREE on www.WarrenCountyVA.com & www.FrederickCounty.com

To advertise in Warren & Frederick County Report, Contact: Alison at alisond@warrencountyreport.com • 540-551-2072 or Angie Buterakos at angie@warrencountyreport.com • 540-683-9197

Retiring

Things to consider before downsizing your home moved out.

Personal finances

Once their kids have left the nest, many men and women over 50 begin to consider downsizing their homes. Downsizing to a smaller home can be beneficial for a variety of reasons, including less home to clean and maintain, more affordable utility bills and lower property taxes. But the decision to downsize is rarely black and white, and men and women often struggle with that decision. Perhaps the most difficult part of the decision of whether or not to downsize to a smaller home

concerns the sentimental attachment many homeowners, especially those with children, have to their homes. The home might be too big for your current needs, but it also was the same place where your son took his first steps and where your daughter lost her first tooth. Saying goodbye to a place that was home to so many memories isn’t easy. But there’s more than just sentimental value to consider when deciding whether or not to downsize your home after the kids have grown up and

Your financial situation merits significant consideration when deciding if the time is right to downsize your home. If your retirement nest egg is not as substantial as you would like it to be, then it would seem as though downsizing to a smaller, more affordable home is a great opportunity for you to start catching up on your retirement savings. But that’s only true if your new home won’t incur any additional expenses that are already taken care of in your current home. For example, your current home may be fully furnished, while a new, smaller home may require you to buy all new furniture because your existing items simply won’t fit. The cost of such furnishings can be considerable. If you plan to move into a condominium, you can expect to pay monthly homeowners association fees, and such fees are often substantial. So while the condo itself might be smaller, the additional expenses associated with the property may end up making the smaller home more expensive and preventyou from saving more money for retirement. Real estate market There are seller’s markets and there are buyer’s markets, and ideally you would like to sell your home in a seller’s market. But keep in mind that this might be

the same market in which you hope to buy a new home. The nature of the real estate market depends on a host of factors, including geography. If the city or town where you currently live is in the midst of a seller’s market and you are planning on moving to a location where buyers have the upper hand, then now might be a great time to move. But if you currently live in a buyer’s market and hope to move to a seller’s market, then you may end up paying a steep price, even when downsizing to a smaller home. Things may even themselves out if you want to downsize to a smaller home within your current community, but do your homework nonetheless, researching the time of year when you’re most likely to get the most for your home and find the best deal on your next place. The advantage men and women considering downsizing haveis that they are rarely in a rush to move out of their current home and into their next one. This gives them ample time to make the real estate market work for them. Space How much space do you really need? Once the kids have moved out, couples may feel like all of that extra space is going to waste. But that can be a knee-jerk reaction, and upon a more thorough examination of the space and your needs you may just find that you can put all of that extra square footage to good use after all. If you have always wanted

M-F 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM Sat. 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM Evenings by Appointment

540.636.1634

126 E Main Street, Front Royal ginny@mainstreet-travel.com

Ivy Lodge Gift Shop 101 Chester Street Front Royal, VA (540) 636-1446 Open Mon-Fri 9:30 am - 4 pm

Great Gift Ideas, including: Books, Pewter, Brass & Pottery Locally Handcrafted Gift Items & Much More Proceeds benefit the Warren Heritage Society

Front Royal Diner Family Restaurant *UHDW )RRG *RRG 3ULFHV +RPH PDGH VRXSV HYHU\GD\ Come celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with us! &KHFN RXW RXU 6SHFLDO 0HQX WKDW GD\ Breakfast Special

Ginny Leser

your own art studio, then now might be the perfect time to make that a reality. Always wanted a room devoted to home theater? Get to work on converting your basement from an all-purpose game room to your own private movie theater. If, after considering the space in your home, you find that the extra square footage really is just upkeep you aren’t especially interested in doing, then you would no doubt like a cozier home that’s less of a responsibility to maintain. Downsizing a home is something many men and women over 50 consider after their children have moved out. Such a decision is rarely easy, so homeowners should take as much time as they need before making a final decision to move or stay put.

0 ) ‡ DP 2 eggs, homefries & toast

Dinner Specials 0 ) ‡ SP

Lunch Special

0 ) ‡ DP SP Soup & sandwich

Join our loyalty SURJUDP

-RKQ 0DUVKDOO +Z\ )URQW 5R\DO ‡ Banquet Facilities Available

6HQLRU &LWL]HQ 'LVF ‡ 3' )' 0LOLWDU\ LQ XQLIRUP RU Z ,' RII

Read full issues FREE on www.WarrenCountyVA.com & www.FrederickCounty.com

Mid March, 2014 • Warren & Frederick County Report • Page 31

To advertise in Warren & Frederick County Report, Contact: Angie Buterakos at angie@fredcoreport.com • 540-683-9197 or Alison at alisond@warrencountyreport.com • 540-551-2072

State

Sunday Hunting Bill expected to be signed into Law By Liz Butterfield Capital news Service RICHMOND, Feb. 28 – Weekend hunters in Virginia may be able to enjoy more hunting opportunities if Gov. Terry McAuliffe signs a law lifting the traditional ban on Sunday hunting within the commonwealth. House Bill 1237, patroned by Delegate Todd Gilbert, R-Woodstock, passed the General Assembly and now is in the hands of the governor. A similar bill, Senate Bill 154, is expected to pass the Gen-

eral Assembly later this week. Both bills would allow for Sunday hunting of deer and wild animals only on private property. Hunting would be prohibited, however, within 200 yards of a house of worship. Although seen as a bipartisan bill, some lawmakers did not approve of lifting the ban on Sunday hunting. Delegate Thomas Wright, RVictoria, said the bill will act like a Christmas tree in the legislature, a bill that allows for amendments, like ornaments, to be added on to

over time. Wright predicts the General Assembly gradually will chip away at some of the restrictions in the current bill to eventually make hunting on Sundays equitable to any other day. “This time it was just private land and still hunting,â€? Wright said. “In the future I think there are going to be other bills amending this bill allowing eventually ‌ the same hunting like on any other day of the week.â€? Forty other states do not have prohibitions on Sunday hunt-

ing, according to the Coalition to Lift State Bans on Sunday Hunting. Only Connecticut, Delaware, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Jersey, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Virginia and West Virginia have kept these laws intact. Both Wright and Gilbert are regular hunters in the commonwealth. Gilbert told Capital News Service earlier this month that the legislation is meant to counter a decline in hunting license purchases in Virginia.

“Virginia has such a strong hunting heritage that we thought this would be a great opportunity to attempt to reverse that trend,� Gilbert said. “The high-powered rifle season for deer is only two weeks long. So if you’re a hardworking person, you really only have two Saturday’s in which to engage in that activity all year. This would simply give you a couple extra days to enjoy a sport you love and be able to put food on the table.� McAuliffe could not be reached for comment.

EXPERT PLUMBING SERVICES Mark Manno, Master Plumber

No job too big or too small! OVER 30 YEARS EXPERIENCE 5HDVRQDEOH UDWHV‡)5(( (67,0$7(6‡6HQLRU 'LVFRXQWV )DXFHWV 6LQNV :DWHU +HDWHUV :HOO 3XPSV 6KRZHUV $OO ZRUN JXDUDQWHHG /LFHQVHG ,QVXUHG EXVLQHVV 540-636-2098 FHOO 540-305-5973

Your Loved One Deserves Sweet Memories

This could be YOUR NEW HOME in Front Royal!! C

O N

ST NE RU W C TI O N

™

4XFFU .FNPSJFT XJOOFS PG UIF Best Practice Award GSPN UIF 7JSHJOJB "TTJTUFE -JWJOH "TTPDJBUJPO PĂŞ FST FYUSB BUUFOUJPO TBGFUZ BOE TFDVSJUZ UP UIPTF FYQFSJFODJOH NFNPSZ MPTT "M[IFJNFS T %JTFBTF PS PUIFS EFNFOUJB 3FHVMBS BDUJWJUZ TDIFEVMFT UP TUJNVMBUF UIF NJOE BOE CPEZ 1SJWBUF BOE TFNJ QSJWBUF BQBSUNFOUT t 0QFO BOE TFDVSF PVUEPPS TQBDFT

Schedule a tour at a community near you today.

Commonwealth Assisted Living Commonwealth Memory Care at Front Royal

Welcome Home

Christiansburg t 8IFBUMBOE $PVSU t .PVOU 7JFX 4U t 'SPOU 3PZBM 7" Hillsville t ,ZMF %SJWF t t XXX $PNNPOXFBMUI"- DPN Radford t “Stay -FF )JHIXBZ t in our home and we’ll make it yours.�

www.CommonwealthAL.com

Photo similar

Front Royal, VA - $229,900 Large Split Foyer on corner lot! 3BR, 2 Bath. 2 car garage! Large open floor plan, beautiful hardwood floors in Great Room, large kitchen island, cherry finish cabinets, vaulted ceilings. Master BR w/huge closet, MB w/double vanities. Call me with any questions!

Optional floor plans available!

Tana Hoffman

RealtorÂŽ, SFR Sager Real Estate Cell: 540-671-1994 tana@sagerrealestate.com 111 E. King St.

SagerRealEstate.com

Strasburg, VA 22657

Page 32 • Warren & Frederick County Report • Mid March, 2014

Personal finance

Read full issues FREE on www.WarrenCountyVA.com & www.FrederickCounty.com

To advertise in Warren & Frederick County Report, Contact: Alison at alisond@warrencountyreport.com • 540-551-2072 or Angie Buterakos at angie@warrencountyreport.com • 540-683-9197

Managing money after 50

Investors know that money management can be difficult. The ebb and flow of the economy can be similar to a roller coaster, with soaring highs followed by steep drops, and those changes all affect investors’ bottom lines. It’s no wonder then that many investors over 50 envision the day when they can get off that roller coaster and simply enjoy their money without having to worry about the everyday ups and downs of the market. But managing money after 50 is about more than just reducing risk. Reducing risk as retirement draws near is a sound financial strategy that can safeguard men and women over 50 from the fluctuations of the market That’s true whether investors put their money in stocks, real estate or other areas that were not immune to the ups and downs of the

economy. But there are additional steps men and women can take after they turn 50 to ensure their golden years are as enjoyable and financially sound as possible. * Prioritize saving for retirement. Men and women over 50 know that retirement is right around the corner. Despite that, many people over 50 still have not prioritized saving for retirement. It’s understandable that other obligations, be it paying kids’ college tuition or offering financial assistance to aging parents, may seem more immediate, but men and women over 50 should recognize that their time to save for retirement is rapidly dwindling. Just because you are retired does not mean your bills will magically disappear. In fact, some of those bills, such as the cost of medical care, are likely to increase. So now is the time to

make retirement a priority if you have not already done so. It might be nice to finance a child’s college education, but that should not be done at the expense of your retirement nest egg. Kids have a lifetime ahead of them to repay college loans, while adults over 50 do not have that much time to save for retirement. * Start making decisions. People retire at different times in their lives. Some people want to keep working as long as they are physically and mentally capable of doing so, while others want to reap what their lifetime of hard work has sewn and retire early. Finances will likely play a strong role in when you can comfortably retire, so start making decisions about your long-term future. Do you intend to stay in your current home or downsize to a smaller home? Will you stay in your current area or move elsewhere? These decisions require a careful examination of your finances, and many will hinge on how well you have managed your money in the past and how well you manage it in the years ahead. Managing money after 50 requires more than just allocating resources. Sound money management after 50 also means making decisions about your future and taking the necessary steps to ensure those decisions come to fruition. * Pay down debt. Men and women over 50 are not often associated with debt, but that’s a misconception. Thanks in part to the recession that began in 2008 and led to high unemployment, many people in the baby boomer generation, which includes people born between the years 1946 and 1964, went back to school to make themselves more attractive to prospective employers. While that might have been a sound decision, it left many deeply in debt. According to a 2013 report from the Chronicle of Higher Education, student loan debt is growing fastest among people over 60, and that debt is not inconsequential. In fact, the Federal Reserve Bank of New York reported in 2013 that the average student loan debt of those over the age of 60 who still

owe money is more than $19,000, a considerable increase from 2005, when the average debt was $11,000. Men and women over 50 who are still carrying debt should eliminate consumer debt first, as such debt tends to be accompanied by higher interestrates than mortgages and student loan debt. Paying down debt can help reduce stress, improve your quality of life and free up money for living and recreational expenses once you retire. * Examine your insurance policies. Your approach to insurance should change as you get closer to retirement. For example, you want to maximize your liability insurance on homeowners and auto insurance policies. This ensures the money you have set aside for retirement won’t be going to a third party should you be at-fault in an auto accident or if

someone suffers an injury at your home. Experts recommend liability insurance be substantial for men and women over 50, with some suggesting it be as high as twice your net worth. If it wasn’t already, securing long-term disability insurance should be a priority once you have turned 50. A sudden accident or illness at 55 that prevents you from working could prove devastating to your financial future if you do not have disability insurance. Some employers offer long-term disability, though many people are left to secure policies on their own. Regardless of how you get your disability insurance, make sure you have it and that it provides adequate coverage should you succumb to an illness or injury and be unable to work.

100% Financing Available! Sally Spiewak

Home Loan Specialist

112 East 6th Street Front Royal, VA 22630

NMLSR # 214421

www.cbmmortgage.com sally@cbmmortgage.com

Cell 540-660-1333 Fax 800-928-1523

$PNQBOZ /.-43 t XXX ONMTDPOTVNFSBDDFTT PSH

Offering:

‡ 6WXGHQW &ODVVURRP ‡ %HKLQG WKH :KHHO ‡ 5H ([DPLQDWLRQV

Ask about discounts for siblings and payment in advance!

Now Accepting applications! check out our online scheduling program:

SCHEDULE 2 DRIVE!

(DVW -DFNVRQ 6WUHHW ‡ )URQW 5R\DO 9$

540-622-6900

Read full issues FREE on www.WarrenCountyVA.com & www.FrederickCounty.com

To advertise in Warren & Frederick County Report, Contact: Angie Buterakos at angie@fredcoreport.com • 540-683-9197 or Alison at alisond@warrencountyreport.com • 540-551-2072

Mid March, 2014 • Warren & Frederick County Report • Page 33

Frederick County

152nd commemoration of the First Battle of Kernstown

The Pritchard House on the Kernstown Battlefield

By Sue Golden Frederick County Report Sunday, March 23rd is the 152nd anniversary of the First Battle of Kernstown. On that sunny day in 1862, Thomas J. “Stonewall” Jackson marched his troops north towards Pritchard’s Hill in Kernstown. General Joseph E. Johnston worried that the Union army would move its troops to Richmond. Jackson’s army needed to keep the

Union troops in the Shenandoah Valley, thus helping protect the Confederate Capital. Unbeknownst to Jackson, the Union army in and around Winchester and on the Pritchard family farm was far larger than expected. Colonel Nathan Kimball placed 16 Union cannons atop Pritchard’s Hill. He placed two brigades of infantry in front of the hill and east of the Valley Pike. The Pritchard family, including little children, hud-

Gary Ecelbarger will be guiding a tour to commemorate the First Battle of Kernstown

dled inside their home, anxiously awaiting their fate. The Confederate advance proceeded through Barton’s Woods and on toward the Pritchard farm. The artillery fire pushed the advancing Confederates west on to the better protected confines of Sandy Ridge. An epic battle took place as 3,500 Confederate soldiers fought some 7,500 Union solders. After two hours of fierce fighting, with the day light petering out and the Confederate army running out of ammunition, the Confederates retreated. This was the one and only battle that Stonewall Jackson lost. However, because of the fight, Union

troops scheduled to travel to Richmond were sent to the Shenandoah Valley, giving Jackson a strategic victory. The Pritchard family survived the

battle and helped tend to the Union casualties, just as in July 1864, they would tend to the victorious Confederates. Combined casualties totaled 1,000. To commemorate this epic battle, the Kernstown Battlefield Association will open at 8 am on Saturday, March 15th. Historian and author of the book We Are in For It, the First Battle of Kernstown Gary Ecelbarger will give a walking tour beginning at 9 am. The tour will last until around noon. Comfortable shoes and clothing should be worn for walking. The Visitors’ Center and the Pritchard House will be open. Mr. Ecelbarger’s book is available in the Visitors’ Center. This is a free event, although donations are encouraged. In case of bad weather, the rain date is March 22. The battlefield will be open on Sunday, March 23rd. For more information, visit www. kernstownbattle.org or the Kernstown Battlefield Association Facebook page.

All lines of insurance: Auto • Health • Business • Life • Home

•

Insure with us with confidence! 11 Water Street Front Royal, VA

(540) 635-8401

More people begin and end their day with us

Page 34 • Warren & Frederick County Report • Mid March, 2014

Read full issues FREE on www.WarrenCountyVA.com & www.FrederickCounty.com

To advertise in Warren & Frederick County Report, Contact: Alison at alisond@warrencountyreport.com • 540-551-2072 or Angie Buterakos at angie@warrencountyreport.com • 540-683-9197

Health

Nutrition and aging go hand-in-hand Nutrition is important for people of all ages, but it’s especially important for men and women over the age of 50, who can dramatically improve their quality of life by eating a well-balanced diet filled with vitamins and nutrients. Though that may seem like common sense, research has shown that men and women in this age group, who are often referred to as “Baby Boomers,” are not necessarily as healthy as they may seem. While the baby boomer generation, which is generally regarded as those people born between 1946 and 1964, boasts longer life expectancies than any generation that came before them, some of that can likely be chalked up to advancements in medical care, including a booming pharmaceutical industry that seemingly has an antidote to every ailment. But a 2013 study from researchers at the West Virginia University School of Medicine found that baby boomers are less healthy than the generation that immediately preceded them, tending to be more likely to have higher levels of hypertension, diabetes and high cholesterol. While that

news might be sobering, it’s never too late for men and women over 50 to start eating healthier diets, which can reduce their risk of a wide range of ailments, including heart disease, stroke and osteoporosis. The following are a few ways men and women over 50 can alter their diets so their bodies are getting what they need to live long and healthy lives well into their golden years. As is always the case, men and women should discuss any potential changes to their diets with their physicians to ensure the changes will be both effective and healthy. * Balance your diet. Kids hear of the benefits of a balanced diet seemingly from the moment they enter a classroom for the first time, but many adults fail to heed that basic advice as they get further and further away from kindergarten. When changing your diet, be sure to include plenty of protein and carbohydrates. Protein maintains and rebuilds muscles, which is especially important for aging men and women who might find themselves unable to keep up with the physical demands of everyday

life as well as they used to. Including ample low-fat protein, which can be found in fish, eggs and lowfat dairy among other foods, will aid in muscle recovery, benefitting aging athletes as well as those men and women over 50 who recently started exercising as a means to regaining their physical fitness. A diet lacking in sufficient protein can contribute to muscle deterioration, arthritis and even organ failure, so it’s important for men and women to prioritize including protein intheir diets. Carbohydrates are also an important part of a balanced diet, as they are a great source of energy that can help men and women stay active well past the age of 50. Carbohydrates found in fruits, grains and vegetables are the most beneficial, as these contain valuable vitamins, minerals and nutrients. * Don’t denounce dairy. Dairy is a great source of calcium, which promotes strong bones and teeth. Men and women over the age of 50 want their bones to be as strong as possible because aging is one of the strongest risk factors for osteoporosis, a potentially debilitating medical condition in

which loss of tissue causes bones to become brittle and fragile. Vitamin D is necessary to effectively absorb calcium, and vitamin D can be found in certain dairy products, including pastureraised eggs and grass-fed cow’s milk, and can be generated when men and women get enough sunlight. Other healthy sources of vitamin D include salmon, light tuna packed in oil, sardines, and sun-grown mushrooms. * Cut back on sodium intake. Cutting back on sodium intake can be very beneficial, especially for men and women over the age of 50, who are at greater risk of diabetes, hypertension and chronic kidney disease. But cutting back on sodium intake takes more than just throwing the salt shaker away. Processed foods, soups, canned goods, salad dressings, condiments such as mustard and ketchup, and breakfast cereals are just a few of the many products that

may contain alarming amounts of sodium. That’s important to note, as excess sodium increases blood pressure by holding excess fluid in the body. That excess fluid puts an added burden on the heart, potentially increasing a person’s risk of stroke, heart failure, osteoporosis, cancer, and kidney disease. The problem with cutting back on sodium is that salt is so often relied on to make foods taste better, and many people find salt-free foods bland. But the rewards of reducing sodium intake are so significant that it’s worth makingthe adjustment, especially for men and women over the age of 50. No one is too old or too young to embrace a nutritious diet. But men and women over the age of 50 are in a unique position to vastly improve their quality of life by adopting a low-sodium diet that is rich in vitamins and minerals.

Read full issues FREE on www.WarrenCountyVA.com & www.FrederickCounty.com

To advertise in Warren & Frederick County Report, Contact: Angie Buterakos at angie@fredcoreport.com • 540-683-9197 or Alison at alisond@warrencountyreport.com • 540-551-2072

Mid March, 2014 • Warren & Frederick County Report • Page 35

Humane Diversions Society Annual ‘Kitten Shower’ Humane Society fundraiser Spring is right around the corner and the Humane Society of Warren County is preparing for the pitterpatter of little kitten paws. HSWC will be hosting their annual kitten shower and donation drive on Sunday, March 30, from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. The kitten shower will be held at the Julia Wagner Animal Shelter 1245 Progress Drive in Front Royal. Please join us for an afternoon of cupcake decorating and a visit from the Easter Bunny. There is no charge to attend but we ask that you bring a donation for the kittens. Each spring and summer the Humane Society of Warren County takes in hundreds of kittens. We need your help to care for them all. We are most in need of Purina Kitten Chow, Kitten Milk Replacer and canned cat food. HSWC would like to thank Front Royal Mascots for their support of this event.

Humane Society annual meeting, board elections loom The Humane Society of Warren County (HSWC) has announced its annual meeting date - Tuesday, April 8 - and six candidates for four seats on the board of directors, including two running for re-election. The membership meeting and dinner will be at Joe’s Steakhouse starting at 5:30 p.m. One of the board seats to be vacat-

ed is that of HSWC president Denise Eastham. Her term on the board expires this year and she is not on the slate of candidates. Incumbent Virginia McKinnon, a county school teacher, seeks re-election along with Amy Thurman, an airline pilot and U.S. Air Force veteran. Others running for office are: Jennifer Condon, who spent 20 years working for the Department of the Navy, began fund raising for the animal shelter after adopting a pet and said she is “honored to be nominated for the board.” Wanda Robinson, a legal assistant, has served HSWC as a foster parent and is the agency’s Volunteer Membership chairperson. Marta Steane, a financial consultant, also adopted from the shelter and became interested in helping both as a foster parent and program volunteer. She said she would “like to further her involvement by serving on the board of directors.” Julie Suijk, a human-resource specialist with 18 years of management experience. Most recently, she has been fundraising for the shelter and “hopes to continue supporting HSWC through active participation in the board.” After the election of officers, the newly constituted board will elect a president to lead the group through the next year. To vote, HSWC members must have been “in good standing” for 90 days (Jan. 8, 2014) prior to the annual meeting. Reservations may be mailed to HSWC, 1245 Progress Drive, Front Royal, VA 22630, or you may call (540) 635-4734.

Page 36 • Warren & Frederick County Report • Mid March, 2014

Read full issues FREE on www.WarrenCountyVA.com & www.FrederickCounty.com

To advertise in Warren & Frederick County Report, Contact: Alison at alisond@warrencountyreport.com • 540-551-2072 or Angie Buterakos at angie@warrencountyreport.com • 540-683-9197

State

Will impasse on health care lead to state shutdown? Medicaid Expansion, lower health costs at center of looming budget battle By Colin Kennedy Capital News Service  RICHMOND, Feb. 21 – Virginia’s Republican-dominated House of Delegates and Democratic Senate both passed competing versions of a two-year, $96-billion state budget bill in late February, but not before the GOP reinforced its stern opposition to Medicaid Expansion. The Senate’s version (Senate Bill 30) would allow the commonwealth to use federal money to help provide health coverage for an estimated 250,000 uninsured Virginians through a private marketplace. Proponents say adoption will save Virginia over a billion dollars in health care costs over eight years. But Republican legislators responded with a symbolic vote against Medicaid Expansion that supports a position the GOP has held for months. House Appropriations Committee Chairman S. Chris Jones, R-Suffolk, proposed an amendment to add expanded Medicaid coverage to budgetary House

Bill 30 just moments before the chamber approved its version of the budget. As expected, the amendment mirroring the Senate’s Medicaid Expansion plan was rejected. The vote was appar-

criticized the House budget for failing to accept Medicaid Expansion. The maneuver continues a partisan battle legislators on both sides of the aisle have warned could lead to a shutdown. Republicans hinted at the prospect of a government shutdown last year when McAuliffe insisted he wouldn’t approve a state budget that didn’t include Medicaid Expansion during his campaign. And as the General Assembly’s

scheduled conclusion date of March 8 approached, some legislators were confident the battle over Medicaid Expansion will prolong the session – at the very least. “If it’s not the biggest issue, it is one of the biggest issues. I will be surprised if we get out of here on March 8 – I’ll be surprised if we’re out of here by April 15,� Delegate Riley Ingram, R-Hopewell, said.

Classifieds AUTOS

MISCELLANEOUS (Cont.)

1994 Chevrolet Van, 3/4 ton high top conversion. 350 V8. Runs Great $1000 Call 540-459-1748

Mercury outboards; 20 hp $800.00, 10 hp $500.00, Prentice vise “old 108� 6� jaws $1000.00, Helen Jean Smith 1987 framed Edinburg print $400.00, John J Pershing 1927 signed photo to General Passaga $1600.00, Antique Oak Ice box, 3 door org wheels $1200.00

For sale by owner: 2003 chevy Silverado pickup. Z71, Ext. cab,shortbed,4x4, auto, 5.3lt., new inspection, pwr w/l/d/m, ac/am,fm, runs great, vgc, tow pkg, 139k, highway miles, good interior. Only $9500. Call 540-551-2072

Spay today

Does your cat or dog need spay or neutering? Contact Spay Today, our area’s non-profit, reduced-priced spay and neutering program. At the time of surgery, initial shots and tests can be obtained at lower rates. Please contact Spay Today: www.baacs.org or 304-728-8330. Contact Spay Today at

ently made as a show of House strength against any budget including Medicaid Expansion. The emblematic move came less than a week after Democratic Gov. Terry McAuliffe openly

Warren County Local is a newly formed chapter of Special Olympics, providing local sports for people with intellectual disabilities in Front Royal and Warren County. The next planned event will the Mini Chimers course @ Front Royal United Methodist Church Fellowship Hall

1981 C30 1 ton Dually 350ci 4sp 75220 org miles, mechanics bed & top, runs needs some work

Old glass jars, blue & white with glass lids, pints & quarts 4.00 ea. 100 yr old wooden headboard $100.00. Old wicker baby stroller $100.00. Cookie jars, some McCoy, various prices. 540-662-9023

EMPLOYMENT

SERVICES

"QSJM

Frederick County Report is seeking sales representatives in Winchester and Frederick County. Email: dan@areaguides.com

Your business listed here. 6 lines only $35.00 for 4 weeks. Ad prepayment required. Email: classifieds@fredcoreport.com or call Angie @540-683-9197

8FEOFTEBZT Ĺ” QN QN

New athletes must submit medical and registration forms before participating. Registration is on-going and valid for three years. For additional information contact:

+BDLJF +FOLJOT ! FYU "MMZTPO 4IBOFS (JMMJTQJF ! TQFDJBM PMZNQJDT XD!HNBJM DPN

www.baacs.org or 304-728-8330

EXCELLENT SCENIC RIDES

Front Royal Warren County Airport

Cass Aviation (540) 635-3570 •

CFI WANTED

WARREN COUNTY AIRPORT/FRONT ROYAL

Airplane Rides Year-round!

20 Minute Scenic Flights - $60 Per Person GIFT CERTIFICATE AVAILABLE, Intro Flight Training $99,

See Gliders every weekend!

• Group Discount • Flight Training • Aircraft Rentals • Photo Flights

• Glider Club • Charter Flights • New Hangers • Tie Down Avail. • Gift Certificates • New Taxiway

MISCELLANEOUS SeaScape Beach & Golf Villa Mile Post 2 1/2 Kitty Hawk NC October - Week 41, 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bath Sleeps 6 ( has hide-away bed) Own for LIfe Price $1,500.00. Call 540667-2031 Boys School / Church Clothes Shirts, Sizes 6,7,8,10 & 12, $2.00 each. Excellent ConditionWinchester. 540-667-2031 Masonic ring with two .4 caret diamonds, ruby with mason emblem. 14k gold. Appraises at over $7,000. Asking $4000.00. Call 540-6629023

Bookkeeper available. Specializes in small business. Resonable rates. Call Lisa at 540-465-8302 Julie’s Cleaning Service. 15+ yrs exp, quality, value & service in Warren County & surrounding areas. Julie Shenk, owner/operator. 540635-3366, 540-671-0983, nogoodcowboys@yahoo.com Advertise your classified ad for 4 weeks

FREE! Email:

classifieds@fredcoreport.com

or call 540-683-9197

Read full issues FREE on www.WarrenCountyVA.com & www.FrederickCounty.com

Mid March, 2014 • Warren & Frederick County Report • Page 37

To advertise in Warren & Frederick County Report, Contact: Angie Buterakos at angie@fredcoreport.com • 540-683-9197 or Alison at alisond@warrencountyreport.com • 540-551-2072

Death notices

Wolf-dog crossbreed ban bill awaits signature By Jessi Gower Capital News Service

Edward “Butch” Ganoe Edward “Butch” William Ganoe, 64, of White Post, Virginia, died Tuesday, March 4, 2014, in Winchester Medical Center. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital, 501 St. Jude’s Place, Memphis, Tennessee, 38105. Gordette S. Huntsberry Edna Gordette “Getty” Schenck Huntsberry, 92, of Winchester, Virginia, died Monday, March 3, 2014, in her home. Memorial contributions may be made to Blue Ridge Hospice, 333 West Cork Street, Suite 405, Winchester, Virginia, 22601 or Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic Church, 130 Keating Drive, Winchester, Virginia 22601. Hadassa Olive White Cornwell Hadassa Olive White Cornwell, age 95, of Winchester, Virginia, passed away on Saturday, March 1, 2014 at her residence. Memorial contributions may be made to Victory Church, 2870 Middle Road, Winchester, VA 22602. Donis Maree Dobbs Donis Maree Fox Dobbs, of Winchester, passed away on March 1, 2014 at the Blue Ridge Hospice Residential Center. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to: American Macular Degeneration Foundation, P.O. Box 515, Northampton, MA 01061-0515 http://macular.org/how-donate Thomas E. Dorton, Jr. Thomas Emmett Dorton, Jr., 77, of Frederick County, Virginia, died Wednesday, February 26, 2014, in Winchester Medical Center. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to Kernstown United Methodist Church, 3239 Valley Pike, Winchester, Virginia 22602 or Shenandoah Area Council Boy Scouts of America 107 Youth Development Court, Winchester, VA 22602. Kenneth C. Wilt Kenneth Charles Wilt, 67, of Frederick County, Virginia, died at home Sunday, February 23, 2014, surrounded by his family. Memorial contributions may be made in Ken’s name to the Cedar Creek Battlefield Foundation: 8437 Valley Pike, Middletown, VA 22645. Keller Clifford Nichols Keller Clifford Nichols passed away at home on March 2, 2014, surrounded by his family. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Bethel Lutheran Church Building Fund, c/o Bethel Lutheran Church, 2077 North Frederick Pike, Winchester, VA 22603, or SPCA, 115 Featherbed Lane, Winchester, VA 22601. William Franklin “Frank” Poole William Franklin “Frank” Poole, 63, of Winchester, VA, died February 26, 2014 at his home in Winchester surrounded by his family. Memorial contributions may be made to Blue Ridge Hospice, 333 West Cork Street, Winchester, VA 22601. Helen Beatrice Seward Helen Beatrice Seward, 84, of Winchester, VA, died Monday, February 24, 2014 at the Blue Ridge Hospice In Patient Care Center. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to Blue Ridge Hospice, 333 West Cork Street, Winchester, VA 22601.

Diversions State

RICHMOND, Feb. 28 – Owners of wolf-dog hybrids may have reason to worry in the near future, as both the Senate and the House have approved Senate Bill 444 authorizing any locality to prohibit, by ordinance, the keeping of hybrid canines. Sen. Thomas Norment Jr., R-Williamsburg, proposed the bill because of an incident that occurred last year in his district. “A dog-wolf hybrid broke out of its backyard and killed the neighbor’s household pet” said Jeff Ryer, press secretary for the Senate Republican Caucus. “The responding officer had to shoot the canine on site, and it was big news.” According to an online dog guide, dog-wolf hybrids do not make good pets as they have often have issues

with housebreaking and display aggressive tendencies. These aggressive tendencies worry Norment and supporters of the bill. Along with the situation in Norment’s district, there have been several other incidents involving dogwolf hybrids in Virginia over the past few years. Despite these incidents, owners of hybrid canines think the General Assembly should consider the animals that aren’t aggressive or involved in such attacks before passing this bill. “My housemate had a half-husky, half-wolf dog,” said Courtney Pain, a former VCU student. “He was so sweet and was even afraid of my beagle. Because he was a big dog, some people were scared of him, but all he’d ever do is lick them, which changed their opinion.” If the governor signs the bill, hybrid-dog owners such as Pain’s

New Beginnings Community Greetings “Introducing Your Business to New Homeowners in our Community”

***

P.O. Box 1025 Front Royal, VA 22630 540 635-8660

housemate could have some difficult decisions to make if their localities decide to pass the ordinances prohibiting the keeping of dog-wolf hybrids. Ryer says if owners are caught breaking such an ordinance, there will be legal consequences. “I think they (authorities) send them (owners) to a class for that type of misdemeanor,” Ryer said, “but the penalty for a situation like that would vary from locality to locality.” SB 444 now awaits a signature from Gov. Terry McAuliffe.

2003 Chevy Silverado PU for sale

Julie’s Cleaning Service

For Sale by owner:

15+ years exp, quality, value & service in Warren County & surrounding areas. Julie Shenk, owner/operator. 540-635-3366 • 540-671-0983 nogoodcowboys@yahoo.com

Z71, Ext.Cab, Shortbed, 4X4, Auto, 5.3 Lt, New Inspection, Pwr-W/L/D/M, AC/AM/FM, runs great, VGC, few dings, Tow Pkg, 142K Highway miles, interior good.

ONLY $9,000 Call 540-551-2072

Auction Gallery at the Middle of Main (3rd floor)

213 East Main St., Front Royal, VA

Offering full line of auctioning, moving and storage services.

Visit us at Auctionzip.com Auctioneer #4400

for details about our auctions & other services services. Now accepting consignments! SALE TERMS: Cash, Good Check, Visa & MasterCard (add 4% fee to charge cards) Sales subject to 10% Buyers’ Premium – Good Food! Not Responsible for Accidents!

Auctioneer: Tom Eshelman, Va. Lic.# 003365 Announcements day of sale take precedence over printed matters. We are located on Main Street in Downtown Front Royal above the Middle of Main Building. Plenty of parking behind building! Use Jackson Street access. Elevator access available.

For more information/directions, please call

(540) 636-2969 or (540) 631-4988

Page 38 • Warren & Frederick County Report • Mid March, 2014

Read full issues FREE on www.WarrenCountyVA.com & www.FrederickCounty.com

To advertise in Warren & Frederick County Report, Contact: Alison at alisond@warrencountyreport.com • 540-551-2072 or Angie Buterakos at angie@warrencountyreport.com • 540-683-9197

State

CVS removing tobacco products in Richmond By Lorrie Hare Special Correspondent Capital News Service

RICHMOND -- The giant U.S. pharmacy chain CVS, announced it will stop selling all tobacco products nationwide as of Oct. 1, 2014. Cody Eyles, Richmond resident and smoker since age 13, says he never understood why pharmacies would sell tobacco products since people visit there to better their health. “It never made sense to me because you always see signs on the door about how your health is important,” Eyles said. “They’re a pharmacy -- a drugstore to help your health -- not sell things that can make it worse.” The pharmacy chain has about 26,000 pharmacists and nurses helping customers every day to keep other health problems under control, from things like high cholesterol to high blood pressure, which all have can be caused by smoking. About 7,600 stores will shift theirattention toward being a better health care provider and having more in store clinics.

Ashley Jones, a Richmond CVScustomer, says being pregnant has made her realize her health is more important than it ever was. She agrees with removing all tobacco products out of the drugstore. “It’s such a good thing for people to realize that pharmacies are supposed to promote better health,” Jones said. “Having the sale of tobacco products along with advertising better health really doesn’t make much sense.” This tobacco-free idea has been floating around in the CVS business for a while.Many customers are not sure why tobacco products haven’t been pulled out of pharmacies sooner because more than 480,000 deaths each year are associated with smoking. According to cvscaremark.com, CVS President and CEO Larry J. Merlo, CEO expects the customers that come in just to buy tobacco products will find other places to make purchases. He says the decision was really a matter of how to preparethe company for the future and selling tobacco doesn’t go along with the focus of the store.

Theresa Saunders, former pharmacist says removing all tobacco products will impact the future health of everyone and is a good step in the right direction for CVS.

“Overall health is important, and if people are going to buy tobacco products then they need to buy them where health isn’t so important,” Saunders said. “It is hard to share that

positive attitude with the customers as they grab their heart medicine along two packs of cigarettes.”

All Sports... All the time

Lola recalled

Front Royal Little League & Washington Nationals Baseball Editor: Our profound thanks to our neighbors and friends for the flowers, sympathy cards, emails, telephone calls, expressing condolences on the unexpected loss of our Siberian Husky to cancer Feb. 6. Particularly, we thank the management of this newspaper for the remarkable spread announcing Lola’s passing in the late February issue. Apart from us, Lola had a large, extended family between her Rockland home and the dog park, the East Main Street and other shopping areas outside of town, as well as at the animal shelter and with dog rescue groups. We were invited to meals where friends of Lola shared our grief, and neighborhood families descended on our home to express their sympathy. Love to you all. Malcolm & Carol Barr & Ophelia, the pug

Plus the award-winning News At Noon & Valley Today, local news & sports updates throughout the day and up-to-date weather from local meteorologist Kemp Miller Serving Front Royal and Warren County since 1948

www.facebook.com/SportsRadio1450WFTR

Read full issues FREE on www.WarrenCountyVA.com & www.FrederickCounty.com

Mid March, 2014 • Warren & Frederick County Report • Page 39

To advertise in Warren & Frederick County Report, Contact: Angie Buterakos at angie@fredcoreport.com • 540-683-9197 or Alison at alisond@warrencountyreport.com • 540-551-2072

Windows XP & Office 2003 END OF LIFE!

Tasha

NO Security Patches * NO Updates * NO Support

Hound / Adult / Female / Large

Tasha is around 4-6 years young and has the energy to prove it. She is friendly, good with kids, cats but not so good with other dogs. Walks well on a lesh, enjoys car rides and does fairly well with house training though she may need a refresher once in her new home.

540-635-4734

Call Gary

Ad sponsored by:

Call Royal Oak Computers to discuss your options. 203 E. Main St. -- 540.635.7064 info@royaloakcomputers.com

Pets Page

540-636-9875 and 540-683-1045

7726 Main St. Middletown

Frederick Co. Esther L. Boyd Animal Shelter 161 Fort Collier Rd. Winchester, VA 540-667-9192 To sponsor a pet contact Angie at angie@fredcoreport.com or 540-683-9197

540-508-0678

Humane Society of Warren County

540-635-4734

Monday thru Sunday 10 am to 4 pm - Closed Wednesday • 1245 Progress Drive, Front Royal, VA • 540-635-4734 • humanesocietywc@gmail.com HSWC is expecting! Kittens-that is. Please join us Sunday March 30th from 2-4 for an afternoon of cupcake decorating and a visit from the Easter Bunny. We will be collecting much needed donations to help us care for the hundreds of kittens that will be entering the shelter this spring and summer. The items that we need most are Purina kitten chow, Kitten Milk Replacer, canned cat food, snugglesafe heating pads and toys. HSWC would like to thank Front Royal Mascots for their support of the kitten shower. Maple - 3 year old female German shepherd. This beautiful girl is house and crate trained. She knows sit, down, come and high five. Captain - 1 year old male pit bull. Captain is very energetic and playful and is already neutered.

Captain’s ad sponsored by:

Maple’s ad sponsored by:

May - 3 year old female Walker hound. May is very affectionate and loves to play outside. She was surrendered with her daughter, Lila, for financial reasons.

Red - 9 month old female heeler mix. This playful girl is good with children and very sweet and loving.

May’s ad sponsored by:

Red’s ad sponsored by:

Hillbilly’s Junkyard For all your repair and maintenance needs! 6768 Winchester Rd. Front Royal

540-635-BILL

(2455)

www.autocareclinic.biz

Hillbilly has what you NEED! 4381 Stonewall Jackson Hwy Bentonville, VA • 636-2671 hillbillysjunkyard.com

Wanda Snead

Property Management

Martins Foods 409 South St. Front Royal

Serving the area for 16 years!

540-635-2249

SamSneadRealty.com

Sam Snead Realty • 540-635-9753

With your help we have been able to place thousands of animals in good homes. Contact Alison @ 540-551-2072 if you would like to become a pet sponsor too!

RE-INVENTING CUSTOMER SERVICE! #1 FREE ALIGNMENT CHECK CUSTOMER SATISFACTION

Early-Spring Pot-Hole Special!

is

t Family owned - so we treat you like family. t Our Technicians have combined over 80 years of technical experience. t Serving The Shenandoah Valley for over 65 Years. t New extended hours to serve you better. t Our Own Exclusive Service Rewards Plan. t Complimentary car wash on most services. t Rental car available on site t Shuttle service available.

Buy 1 Oil Change at $6995 GET THE NEXT 3 OIL CHANGES Plus COMPLIMENTARY 23-POINT INSPECTION!

FREE

$69.95 $AVINGS!

1994 vehicles and newer up to 5-quarts, Synthetic and some models slightly higher. Excludes Diesels Plus any applicable tax, shop supplies and environmental fees. One coupon per visit. Coupon must be presented prior to service write-up.Offer ends 3/31/14. Not valid in conjunction with any other coupons or in-store specials. Good only at MARLOW MOTOR COMPANY.

#VZ 5JSFT

10% OFF

6 YEARS OLD TAKE

12% OFF

7 YEARS OLD TAKE

15% OFF

The service helps restore cooling efficiency by cleaning out bacteria, mold and spores and freshens interior air.

Plus any applicable tax, shop supplies and environmental fees. One coupon per visit. Coupon must be presented prior to service write-up. Offer ends 3/31/14. Not valid in conjunction with any other coupons or in-store specials. Good only at MARLOW MOTOR COMPANY.

Plus any applicable tax, shop supplies and environmental fees. One coupon per visit. Coupon must be presented prior to service write-up. Offer ends 3/31/14. Not valid in conjunction with any other coupons or in-store specials. Good only at MARLOW MOTOR COMPANY.

FREE

$89

Restrictions may apply, ask for details Plus any applicable tax, shop supplies and environmental fees. One coupon per visit. Coupon must be presented prior to service write-up. Offer ends 3/31/14. Not valid in conjunction with any other coupons or in-store specials. Good only at MARLOW MOTOR COMPANY.

NO APPOIN TMENT

NEEDED!

JUST BRIN

G IT IN!

23-POINT INSPECTION PLUS 10% OFF ANY REPAIRS Noted During Inspection Come in to see what this winter has done to your vehicle! Coupon must be presented prior to write-up. Plus any applicable tax, shop supplies and environmental fees. One coupon per visit. Coupon must be presented prior to service write-up. Offer ends 3/31/14. Not valid in conjunction with any other coupons or in-store specials. Good only at MARLOW MOTOR COMPANY.

Clean Off that Salt - Get that Showroom Look Back!

&YUFOE 7FIJDMF -JGF *ODSFBTF 3FTBMF 7BMVF $POTFSWF (BT 8IFO :PV

COMPLETE VEHICLE DETAILING

Keep Your Vehicle Properly Maintained!

t Hand wax t Hand wash t Clean interior t Clean engine compartment t Clean trunk

$

Car

99

Truck & SUV

129

$

00

Some models may be slightly higher. Plus any applicable tax, shop supplies and environmental fees. One coupon per visit. Coupon must be presented prior to service write-up. Offer ends 3/31/14. Not valid in conjunction with any other coupons or in-store specials. Good only at MARLOW MOTOR COMPANY.

'RGJH 5DP

SLT/Sport/TRX Truck Quad Cab, Auto, V-8 104K Miles Stock #14R4162A

CABIN AIR FILTER REPLACEMENT SERVICE

Discount on labor only - not to exceed $150.00

PIT-STOP SPECIAL!

$AVINGS!

$5 OFF

ELDER AUTO CLUB SPECIAL 5 YEARS OLD TAKE

"/% (&5 " 8)&&- "-*(/.&/5

FREE!

Get $10 OFF 4-Wheel Alignment

Plus any applicable tax, shop supplies and environmental fees. One coupon per visit. Coupon must be presented prior to service write-up. Offer ends 3/31/14. Not valid in conjunction with any other coupons or in-store specials. Good only at MARLOW MOTOR COMPANY.

&YUFOEFE 4FSWJDF )PVST For Your Convenience MONDAY - FRIDAY 7AM-7PM! SATURDAY 8AM-5PM!

-HHS &RPPDQGHU 6SRUW 4dr. SUV, 3.7L V-6, Auto. 93K Miles Stock #13R4223A

$25 OFF any

Front or Rear BRAKE SERVICE or REPAIR Plus any applicable tax, shop supplies and environmental fees. One coupon per visit. Coupon must be presented prior to service write-up. Offer ends 3/31/14. Not valid in conjunction with any other coupons or in-store specials. Good only at MARLOW MOTOR COMPANY.

$25 OFF any

Fluid System Service #SBLF t 1PXFS t $PPMBOU 5SBOTNJTTJPO t %SJWF -JOF Y

Plus any applicable tax, shop supplies and environmental fees. One coupon per visit. Coupon must be presented prior to service write-up. Offer ends 3/31/14. Not valid in conjunction with any other coupons or in-store specials. Good only at MARLOW MOTOR COMPANY.

/H[XV ,6

4 dr. sedan, 2.5L V-6, Auto. 78K Miles Stock #14JC175A

7R\RWD &DPU\ 6(

4 dr. sedan, 2.5L I-4, Auto. 18K Miles Stock #14WR79B

TAX, TAGS & TITLE FEES NOT INCLUDED. $289 PROCESSING FEE not included. $OO YHKLFOHV VXEMHFW WR SULRU VDOH $35 ÂżQDQFLQJ LV VXEMHFW WR DSSURYHG FUHGLW DQG OLPLWHG WR DQG QHZHU PRGHO \HDU YHKLFOHV $35 IRU PRQWKV UHVXOWV LQ PRQWKO\ SD\PHQW HTXDO WR SHU WKRXVDQG ÂżQDQFHG =HUR GRZQ RQ DSSURYHG FUHGLW

.PO 'SJ ". 1. t 4BU ". 1. t $MPTFE 4VOEBZ

Issuu converts static files into: digital portfolios, online yearbooks, online catalogs, digital photo albums and more. Sign up and create your flipbook.