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Precious Blood Church's 40 Ways in 40 Days hopes to inspire people

By Amy Wagner Contributing Writer 40 Ways in 40 Days is catching on at Precious Blood Catholic Church in Culpeper with hopes of becoming infectious and spreading throughout the community.

Kelly Bennett, coordinator of youth ministry and adult evangelization at Precious Blood, is spearheading this crusade which kicked off the beginning of the Lenten season on Ash Wednesday, February 26. The purpose of the crusade is to encourage people to be intentional in sharing Jesus with others.

A portion of Bennett’s job at Precious Blood is to find ways to effectively share the Good News. Bennett referred to a quote, commonly attributed to St. Francis of Assisi, which says, “preach the Gospel at all times and when necessary use words.”

“With that thought in mind, I wanted to help our parish come up with things to do during the 40 days of Lent to show the love of Jesus,” said Bennett. She further explained that often during Lent people give things up but said it is just as important to be intentional about the things we do during Lent.

Bennett encourages everyone to embrace the 40 Ways in 40 Days mentality in preparation for Easter which culminates the Lenten season. The common theme of this

crusade is to challenge everyone to show Jesus to someone every day through words, thoughts, prayers or actions.

“It’s a nice reminder of calling people back to intentional Christianity. Instead of random acts of kindness they are intentional,” said Bennett quickly adding that this is NOT a new concept.

“There are other concepts out there that are very similar,” she said. “At the advice of [Precious Blood] Father Kevin Walsh, I am delegating and motivating our parish to embrace action this Lent,” said Bennett.

But that’s not all; she is encouraging the community to embrace the 40 Ways in 40 Days crusade as well. There will be a link on the church website, pbcconline.com, where crusade participants can post about their intentional acts of kindness during Lent.

Bennett said folks can also search them on Facebook and she invites everyone to visit their page and post their acts of kindness. She plans to be visible out in the community throughout the next weeks raising awareness for the crusade and is excited to see the effects it will have within the Precious Blood parish and throughout the community.

“Hopes are high that this will be a public reminder of the significance of Lent in our lives,” said Bennett.

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Northern Piedmont Community Foundation details scholarships Scholarship Season is upon Culpeper.

This is the list of scholarships managed by Northern Piedmont Community Foundation and available for Culpeper County students and adults. Most scholarships may be applied for online. Some of our scholarships have a hard copy application to fill out and submit.

The Agnes Cunningham Brown Memorial Scholarship This scholarship was established to honor Agnes Cunningham Brown.

One scholarship will be awarded to a senior graduating from Culpeper County High School or Eastern View High School. Successful applicants should demonstrate academic excellence, have community service experience, display leadership, initiative, and demonstrate financial need. This $3,000 award is eligible for renewal for all four years provided the student maintains a GPA of 3.0 or higher and submits transcripts annually to NPCF. The Bobby Lenn Memorial Scholarship To honor Bobby Lenn’s memory, this scholarship will be awarded to applicants who are residents of Culpeper County are graduates or candidates for graduation in the current year from Culpeper County High School or Eastern View High School. Students must be planning to attend training/school in the state of Virginia. First priority is given to applicants who demonstrate financial need, are in good academic standing, have community service or work experience, and/or are involved in organized athletics. Candidates should possess an academic record that displays initiative and diligence.

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By Abby Stern YPSL is an event for youth in the Culpeper community between the ages of 13-18 with the goal to raise awareness about drug and alcohol abuse and provide resources for prevention During this event we will have activities, speakers, and networking sessions to help educate the youth on the importance of drug and alcohol abuse prevention.

This is the first of an annual event we are hoping to host for years to come. Young People Saving Lives (YPSL), will be March 7th at the Celebrate Education! Ruth Lea Davies The Celebrate Education! Ruth Lea Davies Fund provides financial assistance to outstanding Culpeper County public and private school teachers to enable them to participate in conferences, seminars, workshops or cultural programs to further their professional development. Financial assistance is also available for necessary school supplies or to sponsor a speaker to present at the teacher’s school. This $500 award is presented to a recipient whose professional excellence demonstrates the highest teaching standards and leadership.

Culpeper Rotary Foundation Scholarship for Two-Year Technical or Trade Degree or Technical School Diploma or Certificate Established by the Rotary Club of Culpeper, qualifying applicants must show a desire and aptitude to succeed in their career. Applicants must be a resident of Culpeper County and have been accepted at a technical school, trade school, certificate program

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Culpeper Rotary Foundation Scholarship for Four-Year Degree Established by the Rotary Club of Culpeper, qualifying applicants must show a desire and aptitude to succeed in their college career and must be a resident of Culpeper County.

Applicants must plan to enroll in a four-year institution and show a financial need for the scholarship.

Preference is given to applicants who demonstrate community involvement and volunteerism. This $1,000 award is eligible for renewal for all four years provided the student maintains GPA of 2.5 or higher and submits transcripts annually.

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are residents of Culpeper, Madison or Orange counties. Applicants must be accepted into a health or wellnessrelated certificate or degree program at Germanna Community College All health fields will be considered.

Applicants should demonstrate good academic standing, have community service experience, possess an academic record that displays leadership and initiative, show a commitment to their chosen field of study, and demonstrate financial need. This is a $1,000 award with the potential to renew. Three $1,000 scholarships will be offered, one scholarship for Madison County, one scholarship for Culpeper County and one scholarship for Orange County.

The Ina Kate Carter Scholarship This scholarship in honor of Ina Kate Carter will be awarded to a female senior graduating from Culpeper County High School who has participated in varsity athletics.

Qualifying applicant must demonstrate financial need and be in good academic standing. A one-time $500 scholarship will be awarded.

The St. Luke’s Foundation Scholarship Fund The St. Luke’s Foundation Scholarship is open to seniors who are residents of Culpeper, Fauquier, Madison, or Rappahannock counties, and are alumni of any private school in Culpeper County, although priority is given to St. Luke’s alumni. The qualifying candidate should possess a minimum GPA of 3.0, demonstrate good academic standing, have community service experience and possess an academic record that displays leadership and initiative. Up to three scholarships are available for $1,000 – $2,000 depending on GPA. This award is renewable for all four years provided the student maintains a GPA of 3.0 and submits transcripts annually to NPCF NPCF scholarship application process is open now until March 13, 2019. Please visit NPCF.org/scholarship or contact Dede McClure, Program Officer, communityservices@npcf.org (540-349-0631)

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Woman facing felony drug distribution charges Culpeper Times A Culpeper woman is facing felony distribution charges following a reported heroin overdose earlier this month at a local hotel.

Around 10:20 p.m. Feb. 10, the Culpeper County E-911 Center received a call of a possible overdose victim found in the hallway of the Red Roof Inn at 889 Willis Lane.

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dose. The officers rendered life-saving aid to the subject with the administration of Narcan. The subject was revived and transported Washington by EMS to Novant Health UVA Culpeper Medical Center. Street Crimes Officers responded to the hospital to speak with the victim.

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ecution of a search warrant during the morning hours of Feb. 11 on a room in the same Red Roof Inn where the overdose victim had been. The search revealed heroin and evidence of the sale and distribution of heroin. The investigation confirmed that the heroin the victim had purchased from that Red Roof Inn room caused the overdose.

As a result of the investigation, the Culpeper Police Department charged Melissa Ann Washington, 43, of Culpeper, Virginia with one count of felony Distribution of a Controlled Substance (Schedule I/ II). Washington was released from Culpeper County Regional Jail on a secure bond. An additional charge was obtained and on February 20 Washington was arrested and charged with one count of felony Possession of a Controlled Substance (Schedule I/II). She is being held without bond at the Culpeper County Regional Jail.

“Our community has long struggled with the opioid epidemic,” Culpeper Chief Chris Jenkins said.

“It’s unfortunate that all of our officers have to carry Narcan with them for situations just like this one. I applaud the officers for their quick and effective actions, which save this person’s life. Too many lives have been lost or irrevocably damaged by drugs like heroin. Too many families have been negatively impacted. The Culpeper Police Department does not tolerate the sale or distribution of drugs like heroin within Culpeper.”

This is an active and on-going investigation. Anyone with additional information is asked to call Street Crimes Officer Satterfield at 540-727-3430 extension 5531. Callers who wish to remain anonymous can submit tips by calling Culpeper Crime Solvers at 540-727-0300.

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“I went to that [exhibit], and two or three days later we’ve that here now until the end of the month,” Grunow said. “I pretty much have to keep my eyes on everything that’s going on and see where we might fit into it.”

He earned his master’s in library science from Southern Connecticut State University in New Haven in 2002 before making his way down to the Commonwealth. “Virginia was always my chief vacation spot, even when I lived in Connecticut,” Grunow said. “I like the Lexington area. I like the Blue Ridge Mountains and the Shenandoah Valley.”

Years later, it was the ambition to be a library director that brought him to Culpeper. “Effectively, in Portsmouth I was the No. 2 person without the title because mine was next to the director,” he said. “After years of that, I figured I’m ready to move to the next step.

“The one thing I liked about the Culpeper area just looking at the map is, it’s an hour north of Charlottesville, which is one of my favorite spots.”

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Make jambalaya, then kiss a mermaid There is something about the smell of it that brings me hope and Marshall Conner comfort. It helps to fire the imagination with scenes of somewhere south of here, a place where I can feel the humidity, hear the music and smell centuries worth of sins and parties drifting in the air.

The cooking ritual of creating my jambalaya allows me to exorcise the winter blues and confess through a dish before asking for real forgiveness. It stirs up the good and bad — then simmers it.

Emanating from my home speakers is a perfect roux of music for the construction of a Louisiana-inspired dinner — the Neville Brothers, Dr. John, Harry Connick Jr., Louis Armstrong, Buckwheat Zydeco, Feufollet, Trombone Shorty and Professor Longhair. The rest of my southern-based cooking mix includes Ranky Tanky, Carolina Chocolate Drops, Woody Guthrie, Sarah Jarosz and the Allman

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As Aaron Neville sings “Yellow Moon,” I sauté onions, bell peppers (three colors), parsley, cumin and celery. I drop in two handfuls of cut Andouille sausage and the magical scents begin to roam through my brainpan. Add the tomato sauce, then garlic and let it boil slowly — then comes the rice, okra, crab meat (Chesapeake influence) and lastly, some big Carolina shrimp. No offense to the Gulf shrimp — but I love both Carolinas too deeply to stray.

Other add-ons are a sprinkle of Worchester sauce, two bay leaves, Crystal Hot Sauce and most importantly, love and patience.

Cover it and let it all simmer with the same level of patience it takes to convince a big fish to bite a fly on a hot day.

I used to watch Justin Wilson, the famous Cajun cook, as a kid.

He was more of a humorist than an actual chef. Wilson’s show mixed well with my childhood in the South. Wilson spoke to me on a gut level.

I loved the way he always added “one for da cook” when adding wine to a dish.

“Great cooking,” said Wilson, “is nothing more than imagination and common sense in proper

proportions.” Makes sense, right?

One other ritual for my jambalaya recipe includes a few steamed mudbugs (crawfish) and at least a dozen salty barrier island oysters for the wait. The ones with claws get the steam, the oysters go down raw or halfshelled on the grill (wood burning only). My drinks can range from beer, Hemingway’s Green Isaac, rum and Ting or champagne. A cold ginger ale works too if you’re feeling saintly.

Oysters are one of those lifealtering foods for me — they are simple, sensual and they take on the taste of where they live.

Here are a few of my favorite descriptions of oysters.

“As I ate the oysters with their strong taste of the sea and their faint metallic taste that the cold white wine washed away, leaving only the sea taste and the succulent texture, and as I drank their cold liquid from each shell and washed it down with the crisp taste of the wine, I lost the empty feeling and began to be happy and to make plans,” wrote Ernest Hemingway.

“Give me oysters and beer, for dinner every day of the year, and I'll be fine,” wrote Jimmy Buffett.

Anthony Bourdain described his first oyster in his book Kitchen

Confidential. The description was brilliant but more suited for adult readers. Read it after the kids go to sleep.

Author Tom Robbins always makes me smile with this one, “Eating a raw oyster is like French kissing a mermaid.”

To me, jambalaya is a perfect metaphor for my favorite American melting pot.

It is the American south, African, French, Spanish, Creole, Cajun and Native American. Each ingredient tells the history of a people — and together it creates pure culinary magic.

The spirit of “laissez les bon temps rouler” makes the end of winter seem closer.

“New Orleans food is as delicious as the less criminal forms of sin,” wrote Mark Twain.

We can all shed our yearly sins and simmer them in a pot before the fish start jumping and flowers start blooming this spring. Ash Wednesday reminded us that we are all just visiting this beautiful life — and that with the right corrections in conduct we can emerge better people.

The world will always be crazy and tough; so set a few hours aside to create the food that makes you smile and dance with the ones you love.

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Ah, the romance of Valentine's Day Valentine’s Day is the day set aside for restaurants, greeting card companies, chocolate manufacturers and florists to make lots of money. After all, it is the one special day a year to tell someone how much you love and care for them at a price.

Love is in the air, along with beating and fluttering hearts.

Usually on Valentine’s Day the Yard Sale Queen and I go out to dinner at one of our favorite town restaurants. No, not fast food but a real sitdown establishment with a fireplace and table cloths.

She usually says she will buy, Isn’t that sweet? That makes my heart flutter just thinking about it. I end up paying.

I got a stern warning from her about gifts on Feb. 14.

“Wally, no candy!” she

exclaimed.

Russell Stover and Whitman’s Sampler are going to be mad.

This year as a gift, the Yard Sale Queen decided that she was going to get me something really special. Nope, it’s not the 80-inch TV I keep asking and wishing for.

She knows a guy at work who loves Air Fryers — those egg-shaped contraptions that cook fried food without all that grease or oil and is supposed to be super healthy.

If I understand the premise, the fryer operates much like a convection oven.

This guy at the Yard Sale Queen’s work likes them so much that he has two. He told her that he can cook a perfect steak — seven minutes on each side.

A friend of mine — I am not naming names but his initials are former Times Editor Jeff Say — also swears by Air Fryers. He says he has fixed delicious coconut shrimp and scrumptious chicken parmesan.

Then he hit me with the

big news about his Air Fryer.

He confessed to me that he bought it for his wife, Sarah, as a Christmas gift.

Do you see where this is going? Well, fasten your seatbelt and enjoy the illogical rollercoaster ride.

He bought the Air Fryer for his wife. Um, then why isn’t she using it? The answer is simple. Jeff does the bulk of the cooking. So essentially, Jeff bought the Air Fryer for himself.

Before I knew all that the discussion at our house went something like this.

“Wally, the guy at work loves his Air Fryer,” the Yard Sale Queen calmly noted. “I think that’s what I’ll get you for Valentine’s Day.” “So, let me get this straight,” I responded. “Since I do all the cooking, you want to get me an Air Fryer to fix your dinner?

Is that what you are saying?”

“Yep,” she replied, without hesitation.

Honestly, I don’t recall an Air Fryer on my wish list.

Using that kind of pretzel logic, I was thinking about

getting her a new set of nice stainless-steel cookware to better prepare her dinner, and maybe a new set of knives and forks so that she can really enjoy eating what I fix.

Best Buy delivered a new seven-quart Air Fryer to the door before Valentines Day. How thoughtful and romantic.

My heart is still reverberating from the palpitations of opening the Air Fryer box and reading the instructions.

Next Valentine’s Day, if chocolates and flowers are off the table, look at Air Fryers.

That is a gift that every man or woman could want.

I didn’t forget the Yard Sale Queen this year. She enjoyed a sumptuous restaurant and she got gift cards, along with Valentine’s Day cards, from our tiny Yorkie, Riley, and me.

It’s too late now, but if I don’t get the 80-inch TV for my April birthday or Christmas maybe I’ll buy the Yard Sale Queen an 80-inch TV. I really should have thought of this earlier Smooch, sweetie.

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ADULTING 101: LEARN WHAT LIFE HASN'T TAUGHT YOU • March 5

MARCH CULPEPER COUNTY LIBRARY ACTIVITIES •

Culpeper County Library, 271 Southgate Shopping Center, will have the following activities throughout March.

• Internet Safety — Identify Red Flags and Keep Yourself Safe, March 5, 5-6 p.m., Dave Groot of Windstar Technologies provides proactive solutions to the public on internet safety. Free and open to the public. No registration required.

• Level Up & Learn How in Adulting 101 — Seminars to Learn What Life Hasn't Taught You, March 5, 6-8 p.m. Free and open to the public. No registration required.

• Quilt Raffle — Benefit Friends of the Library and Culpeper Food Closet; purchase tickets up until March 19, Drawing March 21. Tickets available at the circulation desk at the library. $1/per ticket or $5/for six. Queen-size quilt donated by The Culpeper Quilters Guild, “Culpeper Spinning Rails.”

• Culpeper County Library Survey 2020 — Help your local library improve upon programs and services.

Look for the printed survey in the Winter Edition of the Culpeper Quarterly, which can be mailed in or dropped off at the library or visit www. surveymonkey.com/r/cclva2020 to fill out online.

PIEDMONT AREA SOAP BOX DERBY DATES • The

Piedmont Area Soap Box Derby announces important dates for 2020: • Sunday, March 15 — Drivers clinic, 1-4 p.m.

• Saturday, March 21 — PASBD Fun Rally Race • Sunday, April 5 — Drivers clinic, 1-4 p.m.

Rappahannock Hunt Races Saturday, March 7 • Saturday, April 18 — PASBD Fun Rally Race • Sunday, May 3 — Drivers clinic, 1-4 p.m.

• Sunday, May 3 — Local derby registration closes • Saturday, May 30 — Family Fun Day/ Practice Runs • June 13-14 — Inspection and impoundment • Saturday, June 20 — Local derby race Drivers Clinics are the time to work on your car and get some help from the Piedmont Area Soap Box Derby Team.

Rally Racing allows the Driver to gain experience and become more comfortable in their car. Emails will be sent out regarding each Rally Race closer to those race days.

Family Fun Day will only be open to 2020 Registered Local Drivers. They will be able to make multiple runs on the hill, get their time after each run, and make adjustments to their car between runs. Family Fun Day will not be a race, but an open hill which allows

for flexibility of individual's arrival/ departure times and allows for car adjustments to be made. Lunch will be provided for the driver and immediate (parents and siblings) family. This does not include extended family. This is a wonderful opportunity for the driver and their pit crew to learn about their car.

Car Inspection and Impoundment will take place on June 13 and 14. Each Driver and their Pit Crew will schedule an appointment later in the season on one of the two days. For more information, call Sheila at (540) 2294714.

PARENTING COOPERATIVE PROGRAM • Registration

for the Parenting Cooperative Program March Session (March 17, 18, 19, 24, 25 and 26) is open now through Thursday, March 12.

The Parenting Cooperative Program is open to all parents, grandparents and private/professional caregivers whose

participation is voluntary or mandated.

The research-based curriculum includes an evaluation component and is proven effective to stimulate healthy growth and development in children and youth, aged 0-13. The mission of the program is to strengthen the resilience and protective factors of children and families through Positive Parenting-nurturance, guidance and consequences. Parents/Caregivers have the opportunity to improve parent-child communication, increase cooperation and reduce struggles and upsets.

Following completion of the session participants receive a certificate and to communicate the outcome, an evaluative summary of participation and growth is available to the participant and referring agent/court (upon request).

For class logistics and updated information regarding scholarships, discounts and late fees, contact Jennifer McCauley, Director, 540-5226112 or email parentingcooperative@ gmail.com.

HEALTHY CULPEPER AFTER SCHOOL ARTS PROGRAM

• The Healthy Culpeper After School Arts program will be held every 3-4:30 p.m. Thursday from March 5 through April 9 at Floyd T. Binns Middle School.

This program is offered free of charge to middle school-age students in Culpeper. Classes offered this semester are Healthy Cooking, Raspberry Pi computer class, Art and Soul and the newest class - Art Explosion.

Registration forms can be found in the offices of Culpeper Middle School and Floyd T. Binns Middle School, online at www.healthyculpeper.com and via email from dwalker@healthyculpeper. com . Contact Denise Walker at 540727-0372 ext. 385 for more information. ➤ See Happenings, Page 13

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FEB. 27 FILM • “The Phenix City Story” (Allied Artists Pictures, 1955) Film noir comes to Alabama in this ripped-from-the-headlines tale in a film based on notorious real-life 1954 events.

Albert Patterson (John McIntire) is an attorney trying to clean up his mobcontrolled town — Phenix City, aka “Sin City, U.S.A.” — and is killed while running for state attorney general. Also featuring Richard Kiley and Kathryn Grant, the film has been lauded for being both stylish and for its semidocumentary style. Noted B-movie director Phil Karlson crafted this lowbudget, violent shocke using innovative camera work, which unnerved audiences not accustomed to seeing so much on-screen violence. In real life, the infamous murder quickly led the state to break up the crime syndicate, and Patterson’s son eventually became state attorney general and then governor of Alabama. The 87-minute film was also released in a longer version, which included a 13-minute newsreel. “The Phenix City Story” was added to the National Film Registry in 2019. 35mm archival film print, 100 min. Free, at the Library of Congress Packard Campus Theater located at 19053 Mt. Pony Rd. in Culpeper, VA. No reservations taken. 7:30 p.m.

COMBINED NEIGHBORHOOD WATCH MEETING • The next Combined

Neighborhood Watch Group meeting is scheduled for 6:30 p.m. Thursday Feb. 27. This meeting will be held at the Culpeper Police Department. The Amazing Citizen Award will be presented to Sue Jenkins, who was nominated for her consistent community involvement. Guest speaker for this meeting will be Michael Socha with Virginia Regional TransitCulpeper. He will discuss general information about local transportation resources. Light fare and refreshments will be served during the meeting.

PARENT NIGHT FOR SIXTHGRADERS • Floyd T. Binns Middle School will have Parent Night for sixth-graders from 6-7 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 27, at the FTBMS Gym.

FEB. 28 SPAGHETTI DINNER • The

Brandy Station Volunteer Fire

Department Auxiliary will have a spaghetti dinner from 5-7 p.m.

Friday, Feb. 28, at the Brandy Station Charter Hall. The menu will feature spaghetti with homemade sauce, salad, garlic bread, dessert and beverages. The cost is $9 per plate for adults, $5 per plate for children 4-10, and children 3 and under eat free. Carryouts will be available in the parking lot at the rear of the firehouse.

Cash, check and credit/debit cards will be accepted.

MARDI GRAS CELEBRATION • On Friday,

Feb. 28, from 6-9 p.m., Shotwell Run Brewing County/Blue Quartz Winery, 2585 S. Ft. Valley Road, Etlan, will be having a Mardi Gras Celebration and releasing its Estate Grown Rosé Wine. An authentic New Orleans Jazz Style Band, ZuZu's Hot 5!, will be playing while The Frenchman Food Truck will be serving fine cuisine.

FEB. 29 CONCERT • Grammy Award Winner JON CARROLL In Concert Culpeper, Va. Limited Seating All Ticket Sales In Advance $25.“Jon Carroll is a one man band, a poet, a songwriter, a singer of every kind of song and above all, a musician’s musician…and I can also attest to his being a not-to-be-missed performer.” ~Mary Chapin Carpenter At age 18, Jon Carroll was a founding member of Starland Vocal Band, recording the #1 Pop hit “AFTERNOON DELIGHT.” The group went on to be nominated for 5 Grammy Awards, winning 2: for Best New Artist & Best Arrangement for Voices (One of Jon's roles in the group). Since then, he's has not slowed down as a performer, composer, arranger, producer, songwriter and musician. His works have appeared in films, commercials and episodic dramas and comedies, and he is highly sought after studio session performer appearing on many recordings. His songs have been covered by artists such as Linda Ronstadt (Her 80’s hit Get Closer), Tom Jones and Kenny Rogers, and he's the long-time keyboardist/ vocalist band member with Mary Chapin Carpenter, has contributed to countless others including Rodney Crowell, Dixie Chicks, Peter Wolf, Eric Lindell, Robin & Linda Williams, Eddie From Ohio, The Grandsons, Tony Rice & Grammy Winner John McCutcheon.

He will play Grass Rootes from 8 to 10 p.m. For info or to make reservations

call (540) 764-4229.

PANCAKE AND SAUSAGE DINNER • Mitchells

Presbyterian Church will hold its Annual Pancake & Sausage Dinner from 5 to 7 p.m. Our “all you can eat” dinner, complete with homemade sausage and gravy, apples, and more, will be $8 for adults and $5 for children under 12. Youngsters under 5 will eat FREE. Extra “take home” sausage will be for sale.

Proceeds will benefit local missions and youth programs. Please call 8251079 for information.

MERCY TRAIL MUSIC TO PLAY • On Saturday, Feb. 29,

Shotwell Run Brewing County/ Blue Quartz Winery, 2585 S. Ft. Valley Road, Etlan, will be open noon-9 p.m. Mercy Trail Music will be playing from 5-8 p.m., and The Spice Sea Gourmet Food Truck will be serving dinner from 4-8 p.m.

MARCH 1 SOUL FOOD SUNDAY SERVICE • On Sunday, March

1, Mount Olive Baptist Church, 8412 White Shop Road, Culpeper, will present its sixth annual Soul Food Sunday Service in recognition of Black History Month. The morning service begins at 11 a.m., followed by a soul food luncheon. The afternoon service begins at 2:30 p.m. and features the Fifth Sunday Singers from Shady Grove Baptist Church in Orange and the Dancing Grannies from Mount Morris Baptist Church in Huma, Va. All are welcome.

MARCH 4 POTLUCK AND LENTEN STUDIES• St. Stephens

Episcopal Church, 115 N. East St., Culpeper, will have a potluck supper followed by a Lenten study and discussion each from 6-7:30 p.m. each Wednesday from March 4-April 1 in the Parish Hall. The group will focus on five essential spiritual practices that are rooted in Jesus’ own walk with God and taught throughout the New Testament. Bring a dish to share. All are welcome. For more information, call (540) 825-8786, visit www.ststephensculpeper.net or email ssec@ststephensculpeper.net. Parking is available at 120 N. Commerce St.

SUBMIT YOUR EVENT! Want your event to appear in the Culpeper Times What's Happening expanded regional weekend calendar? Email editor Pat Fitzgerald at pfitzgerald@ culpepertimes.com.

MARCH 5 The Town of Culpeper has opened applications for Culpeper Competes, with a Thursday, March 5, deadline.

To inspire economic development and job creation in Culpeper, the Town is proud to present Culpeper Competes – Entrepreneur Education and Competition Program. Culpeper Competes is designed to encourage and develop an entrepreneurial spirit through business development education and mentorships to guide participants through the process of launching or growing their business.

Classes are set to begin on Tuesday, March 24, at Germanna Community College, Daniel Technology Center.

Participants in Culpeper Competes will be required to attend seven business development courses in order to be eligible to compete in the Business Plan Pitch portion of the program. Those eligible to compete will develop and submit a detailed business plan for scoring and present their idea/concept on Tuesday, May 19.

The top business ideas will receive up to $45,000 awarded in seed funding to launch at least three businesses in the downtown Culpeper, in addition to continued mentor and in-kind support.

“The Town of Culpeper’s Tourism and Economic Development department has partnered with Germanna Community College, the Lord Fairfax Small Business Development Center, UVA Community Credit Union, Charles Ryan Associates, Fray Hudson Clark & Walker LLP, and local business owners to develop the seven week instructional course, with topics ranging from starting a small business to accounting/ finance and credit, operations/ legal and leadership, and sales/ ➤ See Happenings, Page 14

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What’s Happening EVENTS FOR CULPEPER, FAUQUIER, MADISON, ORANGE AND RAPPAHANNOCK COUNTIES ➤ Happenings, From Page 13 marketing and branding” comments Paige Read, Tourism and Economic Development Director for the Town of Culpeper. “We are excited to be launching Culpeper Competes as a coordinated, comprehensive program that identifies, triggers, and supports community-based entrepreneurs and small business at all levels of development.”

To learn more about Culpeper Competes please visit: https:// www.culpeperva.gov/Government/ Tourism/Culpeper-Competes

MARCH 7 PASTOR INSTALLATION • The Pilgrim Baptist Church,

23390 Slaughter Mill Road, Mitchell, invites the community to attend the installation service of the Rev. Robert Brown, senior pastor-elect, at 11:30 a.m.

Saturday, March 7. The service will be held at the Wayland Blue Ridge Baptist Center, 15044 Ryland Chapel Road, Rixeyville. Lunch will follow the service. All are welcome. For more information, email czlight@yahoo. com or call (540) 825-3938.

MARCH 9 SCHOOL BUDGET HEARING• The Culpeper

County School Board will hold a public hearing on the proposed fiscal 2021 budget at 5:30 p.m. Monday, March 9, at the County Administration Office, 302 N. Main St. Parents and residents are encouraged to provide input regarding their views of the educational needs of Culpeper’s students and priorities for the school division.

MARCH 13 AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY SPIRIT NIGHT •

American Cancer Society Relay For Life Team Culpeper United Methodist Church (C.U.M.C.) Flames is having a Spirit Night hosted by Buffalo Wild Wings in Culpeper from 5-9 p.m. Friday, March 13. Help “Finish The Fight.”

• Rappahannock Rapidan Community Services will hold its regularly scheduled board meeting Tuesday, March 10, at 1 p.m. at 15361 Bradford Road, Culpeper. Individuals with disabilities who require special assistance to attend should contact Jeanette Nord at (540) 825-3100, ext.

3146.

Lake of the Woods Lioness/Lions Club will have a Spring Craft Fair with more than 40 vendors, a bake sale, food concessions and a photographer for Easter photographs from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, March 21, inside Locust Grove Middle School, 6368 Flat Run Road, Locust Grove.

All proceeds will benefit the Lioness Foundation, which supports local charities.

MARCH 14 RAPPAHANNOCK COUNTY MARCH 1 WALK THROUGH THE WOODS AT MONTPELIER • The Natural Exploration

Series: Magnificent Trees of Montpelier, will take place from 10 a.m. to noon Saturday, March 14, at Montpelier, 11350 Constitution Highway, Montpelier Station. The walking tour will take people around the property to visit many of the old giants. Attendees will learn how to determine the height and width of the specimens. The cost is $10 per person. Register online at www. montpelier.org/events. In case of inclement weather, call (540) 6722728 for an update.

THIRD ANNUAL SHAMROCK SHUFFLE • The

Blue Ridge Chorale presents the third annual Shamrock Shuffle at 9 p.m. Saturday, March 14, at Verdun Adventure Bound, 17044 Adventure Bound Trail, Rixeyville. Walkers, joggers and runners of all ages and paces are welcome. There will be prizes for the costume contest and medals for all finishers. Register online at www.brcsings.com. Entry fee is $30 through March 13 and $35 (cash only) the day of the event.

Registration and check-in tables open at 8 a.m.

MARCH 10 MARCH 21 RRCS BOARD MEETING

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FRIED CHICKEN DINNER

• On Saturday, March 21, Richardsville Fire and Rescue will serve a Fried Chicken Dinner from 5 to 7 p.m. The cost of the dinner is $10 for adults, $5 for kids 6-12, and kids 5 and under eat free with an adult. For more information, call 540-399-1744.

NATURE CAMP PRESENTATION • Rapp

Nature Camp's Perennial Campers initial gathering is at 4 p.m. at Rappahannock County library, Washington. Snow or shine! Open to adults and their guests who can be any age. Short presentation on “Dragonflies and Damselflies: Life in Water and Air.” You will have a chance to sign up for springtime excursions to interesting local habitats, or you can sign up any time after March 1 via website.

For info, see rappnaturecamp.org, or email singingcreek@earthlink.net, or call 540-987-9530.

TOWN SOCIAL • Come meet and enjoy your neighbors from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. at the Town Hall, Washington.

Bring your favorite snacks, desserts and friends. Libations supplied by the town. RSVP to Barbara Batson at townofwashington@washingtonva. gov or 540-675-3128.

MARCH 7 IMPROV WORKSHOP

• Improv Workshop and Performance presented by RAAC Community Theatre, led by members of Charlottesvillebased Playback Theatre improv troupe. In Playback, actors and musicians bring to the stage true stories and story fragments that come from the audience. The troupe will perform in the evening. The Playback technique is fun and easy to learn. The workshop is open for teens and adults. Wear comfortable

clothing and bring your own snacks, water, and lunch. Workshop is from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., $25. Performance at 7:30 p.m., $5. To be held at RAAC Theatre, 310 Gay St, Washington. To register for the workshop or get more information, contact Patty Hardee at pahardee@gmail.com or 540-6752506.

MARCH 7 RAAC'S 'CREATIVE TO CREATIVE' • A new addition

to RAAC's Second Friday series is an evening featuring a spontaneous interview exchange between two people who create as a profession with a focus on all aspects of the creative process. Wendy Rieger, NBC4 anchor, will introduce actress Betsy Brantley and painter Ruthie Windsor-Mann. Betsy and Ruthie are Southern, so think “Designing Women” without the decorating advice. Little Washington Theatre at 8 p.m.

MARCH 14 RAPPAHANNOCK SPRING BREAK • This first annual

event starts at 6:30 p.m. at the Washington School. Music by The Duskwhales from 7:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. Fabulous food, local libations, must be 21. Cost for tickets $25, contact Camille Racer 540-423-8469.

APRIL 18 SPERRYVILLE COMMUNITY CLEAN-UP • The Sperryville Community Clean-Up is from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Volunteers will gather at the Headmaster's Pub parking lot in Sperryville to pitch in and improve our environment. In addition to litter and trash pick-up along our local roads and rivers, we are expanding this third annual clean-up to make some permanent change by planting flowering trees to support climate change, watershed protection, wildlife preservation, and community pride. For updates on volunteering for the Community or SperryFest, please sign-up at www.

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Fitzgerald named interim editor Pat Fitzgerald, a community journalist with more than 30 years of experience, has been named the interim editor of the Culpeper Times.

Fitzgerald is familiar with Culpeper and the surrounding area, most recently serving as the editor of the Greene County Record for nearly seven years. Prior to that, he was the copy desk chief for The Daily Progress of Charlottesville from late-2007 to 2010.

He started his career with the Orange County Review as a reporter

in 1989 before becoming editor and publisher of newspapers in Missouri, Arkansas, Iowa and Mississippi.

Fitzgerald started a small successful weekly community newspaper near Branson, Missouri, before selling it in October 1999.

Fitzgerald’s two Fitzgerald children attend Epiphany Catholic School, where he is also a member

of the school’s advisory board, representing Our Lady of the Blue Ridge in Madison. His spouse is also an educator in the Culpeper County Public Schools system. “I’m looking forward to helping the Culpeper Times transition to the next step after Jeff Say's transaction to the Culpeper Chamber of Commerce as CEO/ President,” he said. “I am also looking forward to being a bigger part of the community in the next few months.”

Fitzgerald can be reached at pfitzgerald@culpepertimes.com.

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On Thursday evening, Dec. 12, the Culpeper County Democratic Committee held a Reorganization Caucus for the 2020-21 biennial. New members were voted into the CCDC. This Caucus was followed by a meeting to elect officers for the same period. The following individuals were chosen by the membership: Chair, Jim Restel; First Vice Chair, Michelle Stinger; Second Vice Chair, David Reuther; Treasurer, Peggy Kenney; Web Manager, Joshua Houston; and Secretary, Ed Dunphy. At the conclusion of the nights meeting incoming Chair, Jim Restel (right), presented a plaque of appreciation to outgoing Chair David Reuther (left) recognizing his service to the Committee and the Democratic Party of Virginia.

Waterloo Bridge restoration under way Construction is under way to restore the 142-year-old Waterloo Bridge over the Rappahannock River at the Culpeper-Fauquier county line.

Initial project tasks include installing environmental controls, building construction entrances and removing trees in the immediate vicinity of the bridge.

Under a $3.65 million construction contract, Corman Kokosing Construction Company will dis-

mantle, remove, repair and reinstall the single-lane truss bridge.

The bridge’s piers will be repaired and the approach spans will receive new steel beams and a timber deck.

It is anticipated that some bridge components will not be fit for continued use and will be replaced with new materials.

Every effort will be made to replicate the look of the historic bridge, including its green paint color.

The bridge will reopen to traffic

by April 30, 2021, with an expected 12-ton weight restriction.

The Waterloo bridge, a wroughtiron truss structure, was built in 1878.

Due to significant deterioration, VDOT closed the bridge to traffic in January 2014.

For more information about the project, visit the project page on VDOT’s website: www.virginiadot. org/projects/culpeper/waterloo.asp

CONTRIBUTORS Marc and Meg Ast, Amy Wagner John Barker, Wally Bunker, Marshall Conner, Katherine Charapich, Fran Cecere, Felecia Chavez, Ian Chini, Ed Dunphy, Kristin Erlitz, Brad Hales, Sophie Hudson, Charles Jameson, Shari Landry, Maggie Lawrence, Allen Martin, Jeffery Mitchell, Dr. Thomas Neviaser, Pam Owen, Blaine Pardoe, Donald Sherbeyn, Kim Kelly, Zann Nelson.

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chamber advantage The Pulse of Business in Culpeper • Volume 4, Issue 62

members in the news COMMUNITY-STARS IS GROWING! C-STARs Pediatric Therapy Specialists just added Pediatric Occupational Therapy to its therapy services! We now offer physical, occupational, and speech therapy for children. We are pleased to introduce Sam Robson, OTR/L! Sam is a graduate from James Madison University’s Occupational Therapy program. She has had a variety of different clinical experiences including an inpatient psychiatric hospital, a skilled nursing facility, schools and early intervention. She spent her first level 2 fieldwork in early intervention and the school system.

LIFESTYLE PHYSICIANS has introduced a new service PRP (PlateletRich Plasma) also known as a “Vampire Facial” for Hair Restoration and Skin Rejuvenation.

THE CULPEPER COUNTY LIBRARY is hoping to better serve the needs of Library patrons by conducting a community wide survey in 2020 which in hopes will provide increased quality services, programs, and events. The Library is inviting patrons to consider participating in a quick, 3-5-minute survey that can be found winter edition of the Culpeper Quarterly which was mailed out to Culpeper County residents or located at The Chamber.

Upon survey completion you can submit by mailing or dropping off at the Culpeper County Library. Copies of survey will also be available at the Library desk or online. The Library is seeking all survey responses turned in

by April 1, 2020 to assist in planning for the upcoming fiscal year.

RAPPAHANNOCK-RAPIDAN COMMUNITY Services is proud of our Gladys Williams, who has been named the Culpeper Times Citizen of the Year. Gladys, who’s been with RRCS for 38 years, is a program coordinator at the Culpeper Senior Center, working with 75 seniors every week — with more applying by the day ­to provide them with programs, cheer, a warm meal, and transportation. She is a rock in the community.

ENDLESS CREATIONS FLOWERS & GIFTS celebrates the season of love by giving back. They are be doing food for flowers throughout February. Simply bring in 5 cans or boxes and receive $5.00 value of flowers. If you don't want

the flowers we will donate them to a local nursing home resident.

DOGWOOD VILLAGE would like to recognize Jim Beavers for his contributions to the facility. Jim was born in Roanoke, Virginia and came to faith in Christ as a young man and subsequently served in lay leadership roles for over 30 years. Later he earned Jim Beavers his Master of Divinity and was ordained an Anglican priest in 2009. Previously Jim served in primary and secondary education, both as a teacher and head of school for two Christian schools. He has also worked for non-profit organizations including Open Doors with Brother Andrew and the C. S. Lewis Institute. In May 2011 he was called to Christ Anglican Fellowship in Orange, Virginia where he continues to serve. Jim met his wife, Anne, while at William and Mary where he received Bachelor of Science and Master of Arts degree, and they have been married for 42 years. They have three grown children and seven grandchildren. He enjoys photography, graphic design, nature study and lawn and garden care.

FRIENDS OF CEDAR MOUNTAIN BATTLEFIELD welcomes volunteers to support preservation and clean-up projects at the battlefield on April 4, the American Battlefield Trust’s annual Park Day. Volunteers are invited to help with spreading mulch on trails, picking up litter and more, and will receive a commemorative t-shirt for their efforts.

Info at friendsofcedarmountain.org TAMMY LAGRAFFE has joined the Culpeper Wellness Foundation team as director of the Culpeper Free Clinic. A registered nurse, she most recently has worked with the Virginia Department of Health as a Public Health Nurse Supervisor. Tammy also brings experience with women’s health, behavioral health and communitybased wellness programs to her new role as clinic director.

THE LIVING THE DREAM FOUNDATION has begun planning for their 5th Annual 5k run and ‘Walk for Home.’ All funds raised are used locally to raise awareness and educate the community on depression, substance abuse and suicide. They give two scholarships each year to both Culpeper High schools, Orange, Madison, and Rappahannock High Schools for students who respond with

an essay and plan to work in a related field in this area. Their motto is based on founders Gloria and Ed’s late son Ben Long’s name-B.E.L.: Believing in Every Life!

DAVID MARTIN, Manager at Full Circle Thrift, is pleased to announce the promotion of Justine Lawson and Tracy Corbin to Supervisors. Justine’s warm smile and friendly hello has been greeting customers for almost 13 years.

Tracy has been with the store for 5 years and her energy and enthusiasm is contagious. Full Circle Thrift is beginning its 18th year in business and our motto is “Culpeper Helping Culpeper."

CENTURY 21 NEW MILLENNIUM TEAM Receives Coveted 2019 President’s Team Award for Commitment to Quality Service and Productivity.

CAITLIN TROILO-WADDELL from KK’s Printing and Stationery received the award for 2019 Public Servant of the year by the Culpeper County Republican Party.

LAUREL VAN HORN has been named stage manager for StageWorks' upcoming show called The Emerald Heist. Laurel retired from teaching English at Rappahannock County High School in 2010, and was fortunate to find StageWorks and follow one of her dreams which was working in the theater. She has happily worked behind the scenes for two of their most recent productions, Salt & Pepper and Southern Fried Funeral.

Through StageWorks, she has met and worked with a group of incredibly knowledgeable directors and actors.

Laurel is looking forward to two performances of a unique and funny play that will engage and delight their audiences.

FAYE’S OFFICE SUPPLY Wishes Happy Birthday to Rachel Rouleau.

APPLETON CAMPBELL, a leading provider of residential HVAC, plumbing and electrical now in its 44th year of top-rated service to Fauquier and surrounding counties, is looking forward in 2020 to opening a new facility in Warrenton.

THE AGING TOGETHER TEAM hosts “Dementia Friends” session at monthly meeting.

JIM LAGRAFFE, Executive Director of

welcome new members Robinson Plumbing Chris Robinson- Owner 9048 White Shop Road Culpeper, VA 22701 Robinsonplumbing25@gmail.com www.Robinsonplumbinginc.com Plumbing Living the Dream Foundation Ed & Gloria Long – Founders PO Box 4 Culpeper, VA 22701 livingthedreamculpeper@gmail.com Non-profit Blesseddreams, LLC Ana Lyon – Photographer/Owner 14614 Manorwood Drive Culpeper, VA 22701 ana_lyon@blesseddreams.com www.blesseddreams.com Photography The Real Estate Store, Inc. Ashley Rinehart 101 Duke Street Suite 215 Culpeper, VA 22701 info@therealestatestoreva.com www.therealestatestoreva.com Real Estates Kona Ice of Culpeper, Locust Grove & Warrenton Maria Lischak 132 Harrison Circle Locust Grove, VA 22508 culpeper@kona-ice.com Food & Beverage

Rappahannock-Rapidan Community Services and a Board Member of Piedmont CRUSH were invited to the White House for the launch of the Office of National Drug Control Policy’s (ONDCP) new Rural Community Resource Guide, on January 31st, 2020.

The ONDCP works to reduce drug use and its consequences by leading and coordinating the development, implementation, and assessment of U.S. drug policy. The action guide is one of several tools that was created specifically for rural leaders who are facing drug addiction in their communities. In attendance were: Jim LaGraffe, Piedmont CRUSH Board Members Sean Polster, Town of Warrenton, and Crystal Hale, Orange County Director of Social Services.

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I started working in the tech field way back in 1998, at the age of 19. This was the early era of desktop computers and they were expensive compared to the price we can get now (and the power).

Computer shows and warehouse part catalogs were all the rage. You would hunt for parts to upgrade your computer with more ram or a new CPU. A do-it-yourself approach was necessary because almost any computer you could buy was a couple of thousand dollars.

The only item that was cheap back then, that is still cheap now, was HP inkjet printers. Not the ink. But the printer itself.

It's funny the stories that stick with you.

I distinctly remember someone that had one of the only inkjet printers in the company (circa 1999). It broke. He wanted it fixed. I was more than capable of fixing big, bulky HP LaserJet III and IVs. But I had no idea what to do with a flimsy HP cheapo ($100) printer.

I called HP, and the customer service rep informed me that the devices were so cheap they don’t fix them and to buy a new one. So that’s what we did.

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Spam Individual Cereals Oatmeal Personal Care products The Culpeper Food Closet is an outreach ministry of St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church, 120 N. Commerce street.

Call 825-1177.

Drop off donations M-F from 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Arrangements should be made ahead with Bob Hilton at 547-4950 if you are bringing a large amount, i.e. from a food drive.

John Barker

It’s so cheap now!

We are now firmly in the era of cheapo electronics. Yes, you can still go to Best Buy, Newegg or Amazon and buy parts to upgrade a computer. But now you can buy laptops for a few hundred bucks, Amazon Fire tablets and E-Readers for less than $100, and the Internet of Things devices can start at $20.

But these devices are also produced with a disposable mindset.

Warranty Void if Removed Many of the manufacturers today do not provide a do-it-yourself approach to repairing their devices that need minor repairs, such as a new battery. Apple requires you to go to an Apple Store and speak to the Genius Bar. Amazon has essentially zero parts available for items that are out of warranty.

Even computers started to face this to a lesser degree when Windows became “locked” to certain hardware. “Significant hardware changes” could make the PC unusable and require re-activation.

There is a movement started to establish “Right to Repair” for technology devices you bought and owned. The pushback from the technology industry is that many of the devices come preloaded with software with digital locks or other protection methods designed to recognize being manipulated.

The tech industry doesn’t want potential competitors or freelancers to reverse engineer their devices.

The mindset behind the right to repair movement is without the ability to fix devices

you own; do you truly own them? Isn’t this more like a lease or rent? Look at the junk piling up!

Additionally, the amount of toxic technology waste is significant with these cheap to produce devices. People trash the equipment the moment it breaks without a second thought.

I think it takes a very specific, niche person to want to tear down a $60 Amazon fire tablet to replace a $30 battery and solder (maybe a ribbon connector) that onto the mainboard.

The time investment doesn’t make sense to me unless the exercise is purely for educational purposes.

Reduce, Reuse, Recycle I think a better option is more advocacy on recycling these types of devices.

Best Buy has had a recycling drop-off in the front of their stores for years. Amazon has a recycling program that needs better promotion. If the device still works, you can trade it in to receive a possible credit.

I strongly urge you to find a proper recycling center to dispose of old electronics.

Computer Recycling of Virginia, located in Tappahannock, has a list of toxic chemicals in computers. This includes lead, mercury, cadmium and chromium — to name a few.

These are items you don’t want sitting in a landfill.

A bit closer to home is Potomac eCycle, located in Manassas. Their recycling services include items they will pay you for by the pound such as network equipment, computer parts and phones.

Find that pile of old, broken equipment in your home or office and do some research on recycling centers near you. Or find someone willing to put in the elbow grease to repair the equipment and donate to a worthy cause.

You can find John Barker at linkedin. com/in/john-n-barker or instagram.com/ johnbarker78.

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CRIME SOLVERS

Arrest Reports

Culpeper County Sheriff's Office: Feb. 12-17 Following are the county police reports from Feb. 12-Feb 19. Reports are provided by the law enforcement agency listed and do not imply guilt, however are the charge place by the CCSO.

Julio Monroy Flores Age: 40, White Male Hgt./Wgt.: 5-5/130 Hair/Eye: Black/Brown Last known: 11253 Cedar Ave., Culpeper Wanted for: Failure to Appear *$100 REWARD for information leading to the Arrest of this Wanted Subject.

Percival Anthony Frost Age: 64, Black Male Hgt./Wgt.: 5-7/160 Hair/Eye: Black/Brown Last known: Homeless Wanted for: Revocation of pretrial *$100 REWARD for information leading to the Arrest of this Wanted Subject.

Feb. 12 Jermone Keith Clanagan, 33, 9100 block General Wilder Road, Rapidan, failure to appear.

Cody Blu Herrell, 31, 1300 block Jason Lane, probation: violation on felony charge.

Steven Augustus Rose, 42, 1300 lane Burke Lane, Amissville, assualt and battery-family member, abduction by force, intimidation or deception, threats to bomb or damage building and unlawful use or injury to telephone lines.

Feb. 13 Bryan Romero Martinez, 22, 20000 block Miller Drive, Culpeper, Aduction by force, intimidation or deception,

Age: 39, White Male Hgt./Wgt.: 5-8/160 Hair/Eye: Brown/Blue Last known: 1691 Fray St., Culpeper Wanted for: Three counts of revocation of suspended sentence and probation. *$100 REWARD for information leading to the Arrest of this Wanted Subject.

Feb. 17 James O'Neil Brown, 34, 600 block N. East Street, Culpeper, revocation of suspended sentence and probation.

Rebecca Carol Bowens, 56, 700 block Mariel Way, Culpeper, drunk in public, profane language and giving false identity to law enforcement officer.

Feb. 18 Corinthians A. Hugey, 29, 2100 block Arden Creek Way, Charlottesville, probation violation.

Nicholas Andrew Young Age: 26, White Male Hgt./Wgt.: 5-8/160 Hair/Eye: Brown/Hazel Last known: 22411 Pine Valley Lane, Richardsville Wanted for: Sentenced to communitybased corrections. *$100 REWARD for information leading to the Arrest of this Wanted Subject.

Warrants current as of Feb. 27

strangulation resulting in wounding/ bodily injury and rape.

Therdous R. Dinkins, 58, 700 Third Street, Culpeper, failure to appear.

Brandon Keith Mosser, 24, 7400 block Autumn Road, Rapidan, Sentence to community-based corrections.

Feb. 15 Patrick Thomas Athey, 51, 9500 block Mt. Zion Church Road, Rixeyville, contempt of court.

Ricky William Menefee Sr., 46, 11000 block Murphy Court, Culpeper, two counts of failure to appear.

Feb. 16 Megan Riley, 28, 7400 block James Madison Highway, Rapidan, failure to provide requirement for home instruction.

Feb. 17 Daniel Robert Jarrells, 30, 26000 block Mt. Perry Road, Culpeper,

possession of controlled substances and possess or distribute controlled substances.

Karlee Lynn Samuels, 31, 60 block S. White Oak Drive, Madison, possess or distribute controlled substances and possess or distribute controlled paraphernalia.

Nicholas Andre Shonbin, 33, 200 block Sunset Lane, Culpeper, possession of controlled substances and possess or distribute controlled paraphernalia.

Chelsea LaToya Williams, 30, 5200 block Apple Blossom Lane, Culpeper, revocation of pretrial.

Anselmo Martinez Padron, 47, 100 block Cardinal Lane, Winchester, driving under the influence of alcohol.

Matthew Travis Burns, 30, 10000 block Forest Hill Court, Fredericksburg, contempt of court.

Max C. Romero Martinez, 21, 20000 block Miller Drive, Culpeper, contempt of court.

Culpeper Town Police: Feb. 17-23 Following are the police reports from Feb. 17-23. Reports are provided by the law enforcement agency listed and do not imply guilt, however are the charges placed by the police department.

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Feb. 19 Cheslea Nicole Lewis, 29, 700 block Belle Court, Culpeper, assault and battery on family member.

Melissa Ann Washington, 43, 10000 block James Madison Highway, Culpeper, revocation of pretrial and possession of controlled substances.

Christopher Scott Wooten, 42, 800 block Lakeland Court, Culpeper, contempt of court.

Peggy Louise Angel, 56, 1300 block Spring Meadow Lane, Culpeper, simple assault and battery.

Haley Elizabeth Mills, 25, 800 block Reynolds, Fort Royal, simple assault and battery.

Freeme Alysia Crawford, 23, 1300 block Spring Meadow Lane, Culpeper.

Walter Douglas Moore Jr., 33, 300 block Park Avenue, Culpeper, revocation of pretrial.

Reginold Leroy White, 56, 100 block W. Williams St., Culpeper, operate motor vehicle-habitual offender, no endangerment.

Feb. 20 Marvin Jermaine Worthem Jr., 22, assault and battery on family member.

Albert Davis Williams Jr., 60, 9000 block Carver School Lane, Rapidan, Robbery.

Preston Lamont Leggette, 28, 200 block Wolford Street, Culpeper, trespass after being forbidden to do so.

Feb. 21 Samantha Marie Kerns, 19, 200 block Queen Street, Culpeper, obtaining money by false pretense and two counts of forging and uttering.

Marquese Davhon Vann, 24, 2000 block Gold Finch Drive, Culpeper, possess and transport firearms by convicted felons.

Feb. 22 Carl Leonard Williams, 59, 18000 block Bolds Road, Culpeper, operate motor vehicle-habitual offender.

Deondra Rashaud Twyman, 21, 7200 block, Kirtley Trail, Culpeper.

Feb. 23 Roberto Antionette,62, 300 block Mill Street, Gordonsville, felonious assault.

Jeremy Burnett Adams, 35, 11000 block Rotherwood Drive, Culpeper, drunk in public, profane language.

Alvin Lee Horton, 18000 block Scenic Creek Lane, Culpeper, trespass after being forbidden to do so and obstructing justice.

Nicole Carol Mallory, 25, 12000 block, Fox Glade Lane, Rixeyville, shoplift, alter price/conceal goods above $500.

Shelby Monique Wise, 25, 5700 block Castle Bridge Road, Fredericksburg.

Richard John Schools, 52, 13000 block Jefferson Highway, Bumpass, escape without force by felon, fugitive from justice and revocation of suspended sentence and probation.

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A Clash of Generations is Brewing InsideNoVa joins with ZipRecruiter on new job board

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nsideNoVa has expanded its partnership with ZipRecruiter to power the job search function on InsideNoVa.com, Northern Virginia’s leading news website.

Passive and active job-seekers can now visit InsideNoVa.com/jobs to search job listings posted by InsideNoVa employment advertisers, as well as other employers across the region. Searches can be targeted to specific keywords as well as geographic areas within the region.

Job-seekers can also sign up for email alerts when a new job matching their search results is posted.

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lder workers around the world may need to stay on the job longer so that massive shortfalls in public pension plans don’t balloon further. But our best chance at averting financial crisis may hurt millennials’ careers in the short term.

The sharp rise in employment among older Americans, particularly in high-skill jobs, is harming job prospects for younger Americans, according to a Northwestern University study presented recently to a conference of thousands of the nation’s leading economists.

Author Paul Mohnen finds that a retirement slowdown is reducing the share of younger workers in high-paying jobs that require college degrees and raising the share of younger workers in lower-paying jobs that require less education. That is increasing the share of younger workers who are over-educated relative to their jobs.

This “occupational downgrading,� as he calls it, is putting downward pressure on millennials’ wages.

Within businesses, there is some evidence millennials are experiencing “career downgrading,� too. Delayed retirements are having a negative effect on youth hiring and promotions.

More broadly, U.S. government agencies

see similar trends ahead. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), projects that the labor force participation rate for those aged 16 to 24 will decline over the coming decade, partly due to “displaced opportunities as older workers fill jobs historically held by younger workers.�

Those trends may partly explain ZipRecruiter’s finding in its 2019 Annual Job Seeker Survey that highly educated young job seekers are often the ones experiencing the greatest disappointment and frustration on the job search. They are more likely than less-educated job seekers to say their job search took longer than expected and that they had to lower their salary expectations to find a job.

Harvard economist Edward Glaeser recently warned that many troubles plaguing millennials are the fault of policies (e.g., on housing, pensions and healthcare benefits) that are benefiting older Americans at the expense of younger workers.

RISING ENTREPRENEURSHIP COULD BE THE ANTIDOTE

There are no easy solutions. But innovation and entrepreneurship could help avoid zero-sum thinking. Economist David Frederick Schloss urged people in 1891— and economist David Autor frequently reminds

us today — to avoid the lump of labor fallacy. That is the misconception that there is only a fixed number of jobs in an economy and that one worker’s gain is another’s loss.

Youth employment opportunities do not depend on millennials and Gen-Zers winning some clash of generations. Indeed, population aging is driving massive job growth in healthcare and creating job opportunities in several markets for new goods and services.

Millennials who find themselves stuck in jobs for which they are over-educated or where promotion rates are low may find success exploring alternative career paths.

Freelance work can help one build a professional reputation, for example.

Starting a business may be another attractive option. There are affordable business services and apps for every step of the process these days, from setting up business websites and phone services to online payment systems and email alerts.

Funding is also readily available in a lowinterest environment where yield-thirsty investors are throwing money at startups.

Cultivating a culture of entrepreneurship may be the secret to creating opportunities for both older and younger workers alike. — Julia Pollak, ZipRecruiter

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Myths vs. Facts of Landing a Skilled Trade Job ith the demand for skilled trade workers growing nationwide, you may be looking to launch your career, change professional paths or hone current skills in order to advance in your industry.

As you go about the process, consider these few myths and facts about landing a skilled trade job: • Myth: It will be hard to find training in my local area. • Fact: There are numerous free resources available to connect you with local training opportunities. Veterans and their spouses for example, can seek career assistance from organizations such as amvets.org. In the case of the HVACR industry, locating training organizations in your zip code is as simple as visiting natex.org, which provides online services as well as certification and recertification. • Myth: All training programs are pretty much the same. • Fact: Not all certification programs offer the same quality education, nor are they associated with the same breadth of job opportunities. Those in the HVACR industry, for example, can set themselves apart by getting North American Technician Excellence (NATE) training. “Not only do contractors prefer working with NATE-certified technicians, consumers look for this certification as well

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because it ensures that a knowledgeable, well-trained and highly experienced technician will service their home heating or cooling system,� says Anthony Spagnoli, NATE’s director of training and education. • Myth: Skilled trade careers don’t offer room for growth. • Fact: Skilled trade careers are in especially high demand today, offering longterm job security, a good living and room for advancement. To learn more about existing growth opportunities, tune into the

podcast “Blue is the New White.â€? Available for download on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, this is also a good resource for those seeking to get their foot in the door. • Myth: Career support will be hard to come by once I receive my certification. • Fact: Connecting with a seasoned professional who can act as your mentor is a great way to build relationships, network and learn as you go. This is especially important for those who have traditionally been underrepresented in a given industry. You can find mentors on-the-job, at industry events and through online resources such as Women in HVACR, which among its initiatives, connects young women in the industry with mentors. Visit womeninhvacr.org/ mentorship to learn more. —StatePoint

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How a Career Helping Others Can Make You Happier

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here’s no doubt about it — what you do each day for work can make a huge impact on your overall well-being. According to a Society for Human Resource Management survey, key job satisfaction aspects include job security, respect, trust and a positive and healthy environment. If you don’t have these things in your workplace, you may be considering making a career shift.

Studies suggest that workers in professions focused on serving other people tend to be the happiest and most satisfied, and experts point out that careers in the growing home care industry can be particularly fulfilling.

“There are few occupations more rewarding than empowering someone who needs a little help,” said Jennifer Sheets, president and chief executive officer of Caring Brands International and Interim HealthCare Inc. “A home healthcare career is a great fit for people who value flexibility and have a calling to help others and make a difference in the world.”

So, is a caregiver job right for you?

Here’s what to know: • This is not a desk job. Caregivers aren’t trapped in a cubicle doing paperwork or staring at a screen all day. They’re out in their communities, helping to keep seniors and others happy, healthy and safe.

Their view changes throughout the day, keeping things fresh and invigorating.

• No two days are the same. While daily tasks are straightforward, no two days are exactly the same for caregivers. Home care careers mean that one day, you could be playing a game with a senior; the next, you could be sipping tea and sharing stories.

• The work is meaningful. Working with patients to provide care and help them stay healthy is immensely rewarding. Yet, even when days are stressful, home care workers have the satisfaction of knowing they’re having a positive impact on the individuals they serve, as well as their communities.

• It’s flexible. Part-time, full-time, per diem, with flexibility in location and availability -- these are just a few of the ways in which workers can customize the look

and feel of a home care career.

• The industry is booming. As more seniors are electing to stay in their homes, an increasing number of home care aides and nurses are needed to provide them with essential care. Indeed, employment of home health aides and personal care aides is projected to grow 41 percent from 2016 to 2026, much faster than the average for all occupations, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.

In fact, major providers of home health-

care are actively hiring, including Interim HealthCare, which takes steps to match patients to clients, and has locally owned and operated franchises across the U.S. To learn more about home care careers, visit interimhealthcare.com/careers.

“Whether you’re an experienced professional considering a pivot into home care, or a young adult looking for inspiration to choose a first career, the home care industry will welcome you with open arms,” Sheets said.

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What to Know About Financial Advising Career Paths I

f you’ve decided to pursue a career in financial advising, there are a few things you should know about the many opportunities within this fastgrowing field.

Whether you are just starting out or you are looking to make a career change, understanding the typical career path will help you chart your professional development. It will also help you evaluate the different types of positions and specialties within the financial advisory field so that you can decide where your interests and expertise best fit.

Research from the CFP Board Center for Financial Planning has found a common five-step advisory career progression within leading financial planning firms: analyst, associate advisor, service advisor, lead advisor/managing director and principal/partner.

Each of these positions involves a specific set of responsibilities, degrees and required skills. At the entry-level, analysts support a firm’s data maintenance and financial plan preparation, while principals/ partners are responsible for managing a large team of advisors, contributing to firm growth, and servicing the most complex and largest client relationships. Some

firms may require you to obtain professional certifications, such as the Certified Financial Planner designation, to attain certain positions. The unique skill set you develop while pursuing CFP certification provides a critical foundation to build a successful career in this growing field.

You can also choose to specialize in different areas of financial advising. Deciding which specialty to pursue depends on your interests and qualifications: • Financial planners give strategic ad-

vice to clients on their finances.

They take a comprehensive look at a client’s entire financial picture to make recommendations for meeting short- and long-term personal and financial goals. • Accountants counsel clients on tax matters and help them prepare and submit tax returns to the Internal Revenue Service. • Attorneys support financial planners with estate and tax planning expertise and may be asked to provide advice directly to a client or to prepare legal documents needed to implement the client’s financial plan. • Estate planners provide clients with specific advice on managing their assets at the time of their death, as well as counsel on estate taxes. • Insurance agents are state-licensed individuals who sell or give advice on life,

health, property and/or casualty insurance products. Many financial planners are licensed to provide these services, but some may refer clients to an insurance agent instead. • Investment advisers provide securities advice to clients. They must register with the Securities and Exchange Commission or state securities agencies. • Brokers buy and sell securities products, such as stocks, bonds and mutual funds. They must register with a company member of the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) and pass FINRAadministered securities exams.

These specialties are not mutually exclusive, allowing you to choose several focus areas to service different client needs.

You can find a detailed guide to financial advisory career paths at CFP.net/ The-Center-for-Financial-Planning/Initiatives. Information on becoming a CFP professional is available at CFP.net/GetCertified/Certification-Process.

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Weekly Tarotscope for Feb. 27: The Magician, King of Swords

TAROTSCOPES Cara Cutro

The Magician indicates a realization about how capable we truly are.

We have all the tools we need to accomplish the goals set before us. If you’re feeling as if you aren’t ready to implement a plan of some sort, know that this simply is

not the case!

The Magician is a master of manifesting the life he truly desires.

His creative vision is in alignment with his higher purpose.

We can go further and say that this purpose is blessed by Divine Intelligence. As a famous magician once said, “Do what thou wilt shall be the whole of the Law. Love is the law, love under will.”

Coupled with the King of Swords, we know that it’s best to stick to the facts. This is not a time to allow

emotion to guide the way as we proceed along the path we have chosen.

The King of Swords reinforces The Magician by affirming the ideas we wish to manifest into existence. This King has a wealth of knowledge that can be applied effectively to whatever it is he sets his mind to. He is wise, ethical, and practical. A trusted advisor to consult with and solidify plans.

This pairing is a indication of the strength and know-how that’s guaranteed to bring about the desired outcome.

Cara Cutro is a spirit centered teacher and life coach residing in Sperryville, VA. She is an herbalist, massage therapist, reiki master, intuitive counselor, tarot reader, and the owner of Abracadabra Massage & Wellness and the Wisdomkeepers School. For a full list of services or to setup an appointment with her or one of her team members, book online www. caracadabra.com or call 540-8787085.

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InsideNoVa joins Minute Men to recognize massacre Benedi on board with ZipRecruiter canWhen speaking of the Ameri- acts and proclamations limiting at Walker Jones Revolution, the country will be westward expansion, creating new Antonio Benedi, former Assistant on new job board having many 250th anniversaries levels of British bureaucracy on Commonwealth Attorney for in the next 13 years, starting with InsideNoVa has expanded its partnership with ZipRecruiter to power the job search function on InsideNoVa.com, Northern Virginia’s leading news website.

Passive and active job-seekers can now visit InsideNoVa.com/ jobs to search job listings posted by InsideNoVa employment advertisers, as well as other employers across the region. Searches can be targeted to specific keywords as well as geographic areas within the region.

Job-seekers can also sign up for email alerts when a new job matching their search results is posted.

Employers can visit the site to post job listings that will reach not only InsideNoVa’s audience of 500,000 unique visitors a month but also ZipRecruiters nationwide audience.

Prices start at $119 for a 14-day listing and can include placement in any or all of InsideNoVa’s weekly newspapers in the region. Employers who post positions to the site have full access to ZipRecruiter’s job listing tools.

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this March 5.

The Culpeper Minute Men Chapters of the DAR and SAR will be holding a commemoration of 250 years for the Boston Massacre on Thursday, March 5, starting at 8:30 p.m. on the steps of Culpeper Court House on Davis St. At 9 p.m., there will be ringing of Church Bells to remember the five killed and symbolize the bells ringing that night 250 years ago.

In many history books, a particular dramatic shooting is described as the spark that ignited the Revolutionary War. It was the Boston Massacre, although not called that until many years later. The first popular name, popularized by Paul Revere, was The Bloody Massacre in King Street.

The Boston Massacre reflected growing tension between Great Britain and its American colonies.

Burdened with debt accumulated during the French and Indian War, the British government attempted to exercise greater control over its American colonies while simultaneously increasing revenues.

In 1764, there were a series of

American soil and raising taxes.

Late on the afternoon of March 5, 1770, British sentries guarding the Boston Commons, surrounded by jeering Bostonians slinging hard packed snow balls, lost control when one of them was hit. The small group of soldiers fired despite explicit orders to the contrary.

Black sailor Crispus Attucks was the first to fall. The only victim whose name became widely known, Crispus Attucks was memorialized as the first hero of the American Revolution.

In the 19th century, Attucks served an important symbol of the patriotism and military valor of the African-American people.

The Boston Massacre was a signal event leading to the Revolutionary War. The five killed were Cripus Attucks, Samuel Gray, James Caldwell, Samuel Maverick and Patrick Carr. They were buried at Granary Burying ground in Boston.

For more information about the March 5 event, contract Charles Jameson at 540-222-9603 or ccj1947@gmail.com

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Benedi He has handled hundreds of cases ranging from simple traffic cases and misdemeanors to violent felonies in the Circuit Court of Fauquier County.

A graduate of James Madison University with a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science and a minor in Criminal Justice, Mr. Benedi earned his J.D. degree from the Ave Maria School of Law in Naples, Florida in 2013. He was admitted to the Commonwealth of Virginia Bar in 2014.

Currently, he serves as President Elect for the Fauquier County Bar Association where he has been a member since 2016.

He can be contacted at Walker Jones’ Warrenton office at abenedi@walkerjoneslaw.com or 540-347-9223.

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