Upcoming events: Poetry to make the Civil War personal; all the "Proof" you need at RAAC Theatre; another Sperryville "Renaissance"; and a two-course Food Pantry benefit in Washington.
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Daily Archives: Apr. 28, 2011
The Rapp for April 28
Few voices at county budget hearing
“Thirty-four minutes and 52 seconds,” said Circuit Court Clerk Peggy Ralph, after Board of Supervisors Chairman Roger Welch adjourned the public hearing for the 2011-12 Rappahannock County budget Monday evening (April 25) at Rappahannock County High School. That is: A record may have been set for the shortest public hearing for the county budget,...
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Photo: Sunrise service
Some 60 people came to the Easter sunrise service of Trinity Episcopal Church, held on Jane Batchelder’s property above Washington, which was one of several sunrise services throughout the county on that lovely morning.
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Adventures in caregiving
Family caregiving is tough work, and caring for someone with dementia involves its own special frustrations. Too often, people with dementia spend their waking hours in a passive fog; too often, the caregiver is overworked and frustrated. For both the person with dementia and the caregiver, life can become deeply discouraging. I know from...
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Plant sale: 10 years and growing
This year marks the 10th anniversary of the Rappahannock Spring Plant Sale. Local and nearby growers will be gathering at Waterpenny Farm in Sperryville, again this Saturday (April 30) from 9 to 3, rain or shine.
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Road funds go from $179K to ‘nothing’
The Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) has allotted Rappahannock County $28,188 for road projects during fiscal year 2011-12. At this month’s board of supervisors meeting, County Administrator John McCarthy described this amount as “nothing.” Furthermore, VDOT’s estimated annual allocations through 2017 is about $26,500. If the county puts all the allocations for the next...
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Editorial: Blame the bears
From all accounts, the Earth Day litter cleanup, sponsored by the local Democratic Committee, was a great success (see Jed Duvall’s letter this week). Apparently there is now much less litter on Route 211. But is that a good thing? The question should be asked. For some of us, the colorful food packaging and...
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Sheriff’s Report: Drug, medication theft offenses charged
Rappahannock County Sheriff’s Deputy Nick White charged a 39-year-old Rixeyville man with DUI and possession of a scheduled drug and drug paraphernalia. Stevie Settle, of Ellens Lane, remains in the county jail after the April 16 traffic stop on Lee Highway near Indian Run Road. Jeremy David Janzen, 42, of Foxhall Farm Lane, was...
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Photo: Don’t try this at home
Participants from Amissville, Flint Hill and Sperryville fire and rescue squads attended a propane emergencies class at Sperryville Volunteer Fire Department recently, where they learned in a clearly hands-on way how to handle propane emergencies involving leaks, fires and accidents involving tanker trucks. Amissville chief J.B. Carter said Quarles Petroleum provided the propane and...
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Washington column for April 28
Good eggs (and egg-hunting) at WVFR's Easter weekend; another Hazel River Poet dispatch; Frantic the cat's incredible journey; special services at Trinity Episcopal Church.
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Kelley seeks seat in Va. 18th
Kevin P. Kelley expected someday to run for elective office. But the 52-year-old long-time youth sports volunteer, former Prince William County Chamber of Commerce board chairman and small-business owner couldn't be certain whether he'd pursue a local or state position. Del. Clifford "Clay" Athey Jr.'s announcement last month that he would not seek reelection...
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Amissville man apprehended after I-66 chase
Fauquier County deputies and Prince William County police assisted with the apprehension of a Rappahannock County man who allegedly led state police on a half hour-long chase last Thursday night (April 21) into Fauquier County.
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Clark Hollow Ramblings: The spring of the blind hog
I am sorry to report that the news from WCORN is not the best. The Wild Critter Observation and Reporting Network reports that, for whatever reason, our friends, the red-shouldered hawks, have abandoned their nest in the big maple tree near the Fodderstack Road. Scientists who study nature will tell you that, sometimes, even...
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RAWL Dogs: Porter
What is the measure of time? How to gauge the depth of devotion? When loyalty is offered, how much of it is received? I am only seven months old; a mixture of elk hound and beagle, and only 40 pounds. But already I can see a future where we are together, bonded in our...
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2011 Fodderstack 10K awards and top finishers
Top finishers and award-winners of the 33rd annual Fodderstack 10K.
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Letter: Special thanks due to 10K volunteers
Special thanks to all our volunteers who helped with our soggy Fodderstack 10K Race.
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School and Sports News for April 28
Rappahannock High School girls' soccer, boys' soccer and baseball coverage.
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Hearthstone students travel to New Orleans
Early this month, Hearthstone high school students Julian Bauchspies, Sierra Fleming, John Casper and Josh Casper left on a service trip to New Orleans with teachers Aron Weisgerber and Elizabeth Shaw and school director Jane Mullan.
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Letter: ‘Proof’ and Peanuts — choice, not conflict
A neighborhood friend has pointed out that the RAAC Community Theater performance of “Proof” this Saturday night (April 30) will coincide with the performance of “You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown” at the high school. Although they do coincide, happily they don’t conflict. “Charlie Brown” is a cheerful musical comedy based on the comic...
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Letter: This ‘Proof’ is proven
A most enjoyable experience; the story is clever, and humorous, with several interesting twists. The actors are terrific. Kudos to the director and stage managers. You have another opportunity to see this triumph at the RAAC Community Theatre at 8 Saturday (April 30). Call RAAC at 540-675-3193 or email RAACtheatre@yahoo.com for reservations. See the...
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Letter: From Wegmans, the milk (and eggs) of human kindness
The Rappahannock Food Pantry wants to give a tip of the hat, a round of applause and a big thank-you to Wegmans supermarket. This family-owned grocery chain based in New York opened its store in nearby Gainesville just two and a half years ago, and already Wegmans has shown a strong commitment to community....
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Letter: Earth Day cleanup
We had nine folks working in the wet morning on U.S. 211 on Saturday (April 23) for the Rappahannock County Democrats’ annual Earth Day cleanup project. At least one soldier carried on even though she had been cut by barbed wire. At least one other wore shoes and not boots and got his feet,...
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Bluegrass at Theatre May 7
The Dark Hollow Bluegrass Band returns to the Theatre at 8, Saturday, May 7 in Washington. Band members of Dark Hollow are Paul Fincham, five-string banjo and harmony; Larry Haynes, guitar and vocals; Buck Morris, mandolin and vocals; Hank Utz, bass; and Bob Cook, lead guitar and vocals.
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Down Memory Lane/Out of the Attic
Headlines from the Rappahannock News of 50, 25 and 10 years ago — plus a photo from the attic files.
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Brother Sun rises in Washington
rother Sun, with special guest Grace Pettis. will be performing Monday, May 11 at the Washington Fire Hall, 10 Firehouse Lane in Washington, Va.
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Fire and Rescue Calls for April 28
Fire and ambulance calls dispatched April 11 through April 24 for Rappahannock County: Monday, April 11 10:14 a.m. – White Rose Mountain, Sperryville; public service; companies 7 and 1 5:20 p.m. – Lee Highway, Washington; public service; company 1 Tuesday, April 12 7:29 p.m. – Lee Highway, Amissville; alarm; companies 3, 4 and 1...
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Meetings and Notices for April 28
The American Cancer Society and Rappahannock Relay for Life will be honoring those who have been touched by cancer. A luminaria service will be held at the Rappahannock County Elementary School at 6 p.m. on Relay for Life day May 21. To honor those heroes who have survived cancer and to remember loved ones...
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