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Country Courier
Volume 26, Issue 24
Serving the King William and King and Queen Communities since 1989
American Legion Hosts
Veterans Resource Fair
Wednesday, September 30, 2015
Bruington Baptist Church
Celebrates 225 years of service
The King William American Legion Post 314 hosted a
Veterans Resource Fair.
Please see full story on page 16.
Dancing for the Arts
Winners
William Gwathmey, Pastor Roger Collier, Fred Anderson and carriage driver Mike Brooks leaving Rose Mount,
past home of Robert Baylor Semple for the 225th anniversary of Bruington Baptist Church. Horse and carriage
provided by Brownie Bevan.
Please see full story on page 11.
Aylett Country Day School Holds 50th Fair
The King William Public Schools Education Foundation
congratulates Robbie Sparks and Lynne Uzel for their
winning performance at the Foundation's "Dancing for the
Arts" fundraiser on September 12. Approximately $5,000 was
raised for the Foundation.
Pictures by Robin Taylor Story by Florence Cooke
Despite the prediction of a rainy Saturday, the 50 th Aylett Country Day School Fair was held on Saturday, September 26, at the school from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Please see story on page 11.
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OLD TIME FALL FESTIVAL
All in the community are cordially
invited to our latest Old Time Fall
Festival, scheduled for Saturday, October
17th from 11 AM to 2 PM at St. Stephens
Baptist Church. Rain or shine.
Big bounce house, hay rides, army jeep
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rides, pony rides, games, face painting,
Brunswick stew, silent auction, bake
sale, 50/50 raffle, and more.
Our church is located 1/10 of a mile down
The Trail (Rte 14) from the St. Stephens
Church stoplight on Rte 360.
MCKENDREE CHURCH TO
CELEBRATE 125TH ANNIVERSARY
By Gene Campbell
McKendree United Methodist Church will
be celebrating its 125th Anniversary on
Sunday Oct 11, 2015 with a homecoming
and dinner on the grounds. The Church
located at 4347 Manfield Road (Rt 605) in
Manquin was built in 1890. McKendree
dedicated its new fellowship hall and
classrooms in 2013 and has just completed
a prayer garden that will be dedicated at
the homecoming. Pastor Chad Beck will
lead the morning service starting at
9:30am followed by lunch on the grounds
at 11:30am. The afternoon service will
start at 1pm and will feature Dr. Emory
Thomas of Chestnut Grove and Athens,
Georgia followed by the dedication of the
prayer garden. Dr. Emory Thomas is retired and Regents Professor of History
Emeritus at University of Georgia and
author of eight books. His books are primarily about the Civil War. Chestnut
Grove (circa. 1759) currently owned by
Dr. Thomas was the home of Dr. Thomas's parents, Lynn and Mary Thomas
who were members of McKendree, and is
where four local families met and formed
McKendree United Methodist Church in
1886. All are invited to come and celebrate this historic occasion.
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You can always count on rain when the State Fair arrives each year. I will be heading out there
the first nice sunny day.
I was surprised at how many folks turned out for a board of supervisor’s debate, in Mangohick
last Thursday. It was clear the folks there are interested in their community and get involved in
what is happening. The folks in King and Queen also have that level of concern and
participation in their county.
We can’t fix all the problems in our country but we can have an effect on our local
Government. It is important we choose the right person for the job. Look at past experience, be
sure their vision for the future of our county line up with what you hope to see. Let the
candidates know your thoughts and also let them know you appreciate what they are willing to
do for all of us. Making big decisions that could have a far reaching effect on us and future
residents is extremely important. We must have the right person in that position. Get to know the
candidates, ask questions and most important, vote. Your one vote could make the difference in
who takes that important position.
A 118 Year
Tradition of Caring
8014 Lee Davis Road, Mechanicsville ●746-8665
Bennett Funeral Home was established in 1897 to serve the needs of
Richmond families. Since then, this locally owned and operated business has continued to serve the community with its unique combination of caring and convenience.
This tradition of excellence can be seen in the four beautiful chapels located throughout the Richmond area: centrally located on Cutshaw Avenue in the
city, on Broad Street Road past Innsbrook, serving the Hanover-Mechanicsville
area on Lee-Davis Road and Chesterfield Chapel on Ashbrook Pkwy. in Chesterfield. All four facilities are under the personal direction of Charles D. Morehead,
President.
In a time of need, you can turn to Bennett Funeral Home with trust and
confidence. It serves families of all faiths with personal service, before, during,
and after. There is a long tradition of professionalism and caring.
One way in which Bennett cares for families, is by offering a convenient
and personalized pre-need program. Through this program pre-need planning, you
can spare your loved ones the burden of making decisions at an emotional time.
Call Bennett Funeral Home at 746-8665 to schedule a pre-planning consultation.
BENNETT
funeral home
Caring Since 1897
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Equine Talk Sponsored by:
360 Hardware and T-Town Tack
Staying
Confident
By Allen Brintley and “Pip”
Horses and mules need a herd leader to
look to for direction and comfort. We have
to step in and become that leader. We
have to be understanding, fair and
confident. Pip let’s me be the “Boss Hoss”
most of the time. If I don’t do a good job
at it, she will try to take over and lead.
While riding or working with them, they
will sometimes give us the wrong
response or answer to the task that we are
asking of them.
It’s good for them to make a mistake so
that we can correct them and reinforce the
right response that we want. Like the old
saying “People who are always right never
learn anything new.” Be fair in your
discipline and don’t over correct them.
Nobody likes to be picked at for too long
for their mistakes. We must remain
confident to be a good leader. Our animals
can sense if we are scared or uneasy about
something. I remember an old guy telling
me when I was young that to get ahead in
anything, you have to act like a duck. Stay
calm and confident on the surface but
paddle like crazy underneath.
Here’s a little story about staying
confident. A lion walks up to a little rabbit
and roars “Who is the king of the land?”
The rabbit says “You are Mr. Lion, you
are.” The lion says that’s right and walks
off. The lion then walks up to a mighty
python snake and says “Who is the king of
the land?” The snake responds “You are
Mr. Lion, you are.” The lion walks off and
says “That’s right.” Then the lion walks
up to an elephant that is eating. The lion
says “Who is the king of the land?”
The elephant just ignores him and keeps
eating. The lion rears up on his hind legs,
extends his claws and roars loudly “I said,
who is the king of the land?” The elephant
reaches over with his trunk, grabs the lion,
pounds him on the ground a few times and
throws him against a tree. The lion gets
up, shakes his head and says “There is no
reason to get mad just because you don’t
know the answer to the question.”
You
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World Powerlifting ChampionshipsBelfield Takes Silver
W orl d P o we rl i f t i n g
Championships were
held September 12th
through the 19th 2015 at
The SPF-GPC in Las
Vegas Nevada, close to
500 lifters from 26
countries competing, each
lifter had to Win at a
qualifying meet earlier in
the year to represent their
Home country. Alvin
Belfield represented not
o n l y V i r gi n i a bu t
the USA in the Bench
press only competition on
Sept 19th winning the
Silver medal with a 501.7
Bench press. The Top 3
teams Were as follows USA #1 Russia #2 and
France #3, Next year the
Championship will be in
Serbia.
Alvin Belfield (on right)
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---- Important Public Service announcement ----
Think about why King William's
taxes are so high
when you vote on
November 3rd
What do YOU PAY for
YOUR HEALTH INSURANCE ?
Left to right are: Mrs. Nina Robertson, Essex Bank; Mrs. Ashley Atkins, Essex Bank;
and Mrs. Julie Sturt, Essex Bank and ACDS parent.
With the assistance of Essex Bank, we
are excited to have formed the ACDS
Savings Club. Fourth and fifth grade
students meet every other Friday with
bank employees. Their objective is to
create an understanding of how we acquire
money, how we should manage our
spending in order to meet financial goals,
and the basics of banking. This is a great
beginning of getting out children on the
road to financial responsibility!
How much have your monthly premiums gone up ?
Did you know that in addition to paying your own health insurance,
you're paying $765 a month for health insurance for each of the County's full time
employees ? And did you know that
Supervisors Redd, Moskalski and Williams – all are part time employees –
were getting you to pay for their health insurance ?
Pretty sweet deal for them. Not so much for we taxpayers.
During the process of preparing the latest county budget, Acting County Administrator Dan Stuck wrote in an official e-mail on Feb. 19th 2015 (emphasis added):
Left to right are: Ella Trible, Mrs. Julie
Sturt, Essex Bank and ACDS parent; and
Davis Ball
"...with the anticipated cost of health insurance approaching $900,000.00 a year,
health insurance expenses are an obvious area of focus for potential cost control
measures. The county's current health insurance program is somewhat out of line
with similar counties and the Board will need to discuss and make decisions re
garding potential reductions in benefits offered and requiring employees to con
tribute a portion of the monthly premium cost.”
If it was so OBVIOUS to Mr. Stuck, why wasn't it OBVIOUS to our Supervisors ?
Is it time to replace the four big spenders Redd, Moskalski, Stone, and Williams? (3rd District – Aylett – Supervisor Stephen Greenwood is the only one who
voted against raising taxes)
Had enough of this yet ? Sick of these politicians treating you like an ATM ?
Are they buying votes (and their own health insurance) using your money ?
Or was the Board majority's delay self-serving ?
If this current Board voted for a mere 10% county employee cost sharing in
2012, we taxpayers would have been
spared having to cough up $300,000.00 !
KWTP has hosted two candidate meetings already and you can take advantage of
another to learn more from them directly (at least the ones who aren't afraid to show
up and face tough questions):
>> Thursday October 8th, 7 pm County Admin. Bldg. CANDIDATE
DEBATES ---- 1ST District TOM REDD vs. BILL HODGES, 2ND District
TRAVIS MOSKALSKI vs. LINDA BENSON, 4TH DISTRICT TERRY
STONE vs. DAVE HANSEN and CHARLES GARBER. Moderator to be
determined.
Does any currently serving Supervisor who wouldn't cut the county
budget, or any candidate who won't pledge to lower your taxes, deserve
your vote ?
This paid notice is provided as a public service by King William T.E.A. Party
(Taxed Enough Already) www.kwteaparty.com
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Obituaries
SCALES
Joan “Jo Jo” Martin
Scales,
63,
of
Stevensville, VA
passed
away
unexpectedly
September 19, 2015.
She retired as a
secretary with VDOT in King William
County.
She is survived by her
husband of 41 years David Scales; a
daughter Ruth Ellen West of Toano,
VA; a sister Ruth Skinner; two
grandchildren Trevor and Braydon
West. A memorial service will be held
at a later date. Tributes may be posted
at www.vincentfh.com.
WOODS
Patrick James Woods,
of Mechanicsville,
Virginia, changed his
residence to Heaven
on September 16,
2015.
He
was
predeceased by his
mother Peggy Woods,
and sister Cathy Leigers (Bill). He is
survived by his beloved wife Colette,
children Aaron and Allison, father
George R. Woods Sr., Siblings Beth
Siwiec (Dean), Peggy Simmons
(John), George R. Woods Jr., Carol
Hott (Kenny), Mike Woods, numerous
cherished nieces and nephews, and
many dear friends. He leaves his
strength and comfort to his children.
Our favorite number 9 will be
remembered for his humor and his
gentle spirit. He was a long time
Circuit City employee, a lifetime
member of the DeMands band, he was
involved in the folk group ministry at
St. John’s, St. Patrick’s, St. Paul’s, and
Our Lady of Lourdes, he was an actor
and board member of the Troubadours
Community Theater Group, and a
diehard UVA fan. The family will
receive friends Tuesday, September 22
from 2 to 4 pm and 6 to 8 pm at the
Monaghan Funeral Home, 7300
Creighton Pkwy, Mechanicsville. A
Mass of Christian Burial will be held
noon Wednesday at St. John’s Catholic
Church, with interment following at
Hanover Memorial Park at 3 pm.
HALL
Mildred Norman Hall, 93, of King &
Queen, passed away September 15,
2015.
She was a member of Olivet Baptist
Church and attended New Hope
Memorial Baptist Church for many
years where she was active in the
Women’s Mission Union. Mildred
was an excellent seamstress, cook and
hostess to the delight of her family and
friends. She was truly God’s light
shining into the world and will live in
the heart of all who knew and loved
her. Mildred was always seeking
things above where Christ is seated at
the right hand of God.
Mildred was preceded in death by her
husbands, Elma South and Russell
Hall.
She is survived by her children and
their spouses Martha Raye and John
Hare, Bill and Elaine South and Nancy
and Hugh Johnson; step daughter-inlaw Susan Hall; four grandchildren and
their spouses Greg South, Kim and
Chris Lipscomb, Troy and Stacy
Johnson, Bryan and Tara Johnson; step
-grandchildren and their spouses
Charles and Melissa Hall, Timothy and
Nicole Hall and Susan Haden; eleven
great-grandchildren and six step greatgrandchildren.
A funeral service was held 11 a.m.
Friday, September 18 th at Olivet
Baptist Church, 25375 The Trail,
Mattaponi, VA 23110.
Interment
followed in the church cemetery.
Memorials may be made to Leukemia
and Lymphoma Society, 5540
Falmouth Street, Richmond, VA
23230. Tributes may be posted at
www.vincentfh.com
LOST DOG
Life is Messy...But we have a place for that
Join us for Messy
Church
She lives at 7925 Dabney's Mill Road. She was
first gone on the night of Sept 22nd. She is a
female and answers to the name of "Max". She is
a white deer hound with brown spots. She has a
pink belly with a pink scar. Very friendly. She
had a brown collar when last seen.
PLEASE CALL Bobbi Bohr at 804-5437602 or 804 332 2645.
A place where we gather
together and enjoy
We meet at
King William Fire
Dept
7936 Rt.360 Aylett
October 7th
6-8pm
Dinner: Deli Sandwiches,
Soup, Salad and
Ice Cream
Activities: Chariot
Races, Balloon Swords,
Corn Hole, and more...
Celebration: Videos,
Music and Bible Story
Questions?? Contact Ellen Heatwole
[email protected]/ 804-994-5344
Bethel UMC @ The Crossings
Ellis Contracting Inc.
Providence Forge, VA
804-366-9536
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RCC recognizes Native American heritage
During the week of September 28,
Rappahannock Community College will
host a variety of activities celebrating the
region’s Native American heritage. The
contributions and culture of our local tribes
will be demonstrated through storytellers,
musicians, dancers, vendors, exhibitions,
presentations, and lectures.
Throughout the week, the libraries on
both campuses will host displays of books
and videos about Native American life. In
addition, portraits of Native Americans by
George Catlin, in the form of etchings with
hand-applied color (on loan from the
Virginia Museum of Fine Arts), can be
viewed in the Entranceway Gallery leading
into the college from the public parking lot.
The Glenns Campus library will feature an
exhibit on Pocahontas, based on a
collection of 15,000 clippings on loan from
the Pocahontas Museum in Gloucester.
The film “New World” will be shown in
the Glenns Campus lecture hall on
Wednesday, September 30, from 6:30 to 9
p.m. Another film, “A Good Day to Die,”
can be seen at Glenns, Tuesday at 2:30, and
at Warsaw, Wednesday at 6:30.
On Friday, October 2, there will be
several activities to choose from on the
Warsaw. Campus. A visit from Chief John
Lightner of the Patawomeck (Potomac)
Tribe will be sponsored by the RCC/
Richmond County Public Library. Chief
Lightner will tell stories suitable for
preschool and older children, from 10 to 11
a.m. in the lecture hall (for more
information, please call the library at 804333-6710). The Patawomeck Tribe, based
in Stafford County along the Potomac
River, is one of Virginia’s 11 recognized
Native American tribes. Of its
approximately 1500 members, 80 percent
live within ten miles of their historic
village of Patawomeck.
Also at 10 a.m., Pamunkey Tribe member
Ashley Atkins, who is a doctoral candidate
at the College of William and Mary, will
give a talk about her tribe’s history and
customs. Concurrently, RCC faculty
members Dr. Donna Alexander and Matt
Brent will help attendees plan tours of the
area via an Internet survey of historical
markers and trails. At 11 a.m., retired RCC
dean Petie Norris will speak about “How to
Start Your Own Collection of Artifacts”;
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King William Candidates Candidate Debate at
Mangohick Fire Department
Chief Anne Richardson of the
Rappahannock Tribe will speak at RCC on
October 2.
and in the library’s Children’s Room,
library assistant Ruth Lynn will lead Native
American children’s craft activities.
A tasting of Native American foods will
take place from noon to 12:45 p.m. At 1
p.m., attendees will hear from state
archaeologist Dr. Michael Barber, and at
1:50, Chief Anne Richardson of the
Rappahannock Tribe will speak about
“Current Perspective on Native American
Life in Eastern Virginia.” Following Chief
Richardson, the Rappahannock Tribe’s
drummers and dancers will give a
performance, and at 3:15, there will be a
question-and-answer session with Chief
Richardson, Petie Norris, and the Northern
Neck Technical Center’s Todd Davis.
Davis will then lead a discussion of Native
American artifacts.
Numerous exhibits, educational
presentations, and items for sale will be on
view from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., including
native plants, and Native American art,
crafts, and artifacts. Christine Custalow of
the Mattaponi Tribe will demonstrate the
step-by-step process of turning clay into
beautiful blackware pottery.
For additional details, please call the
event organizer, Jennifer Allman, at 804758-6878.
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Dear Editor,
“HAS AMERICA FORGOTTEN GOD?”
burned” When I heard this, I sat down and
wept; in fact for days I mourned, fasted and
prayed to the GOD of heaven, then I said, “O
LORD, God of heaven, the great awesome
GOD who keeps His covenant of unfailing
love with those who love him and obey His
commands, listen to my prayer! Look down
and see me praying night and day for your
people Israel. I confess that we have sinned
against You. Yes even my own family and I
have sinned! We have sinned terribly by not
obeying the commands, laws and regulations
that you gave us through your servant Moses
Please remember what you told your servant
Moses: “If you sin I will scatter you among
the nations! But if you return to me and obey
my commands, even if you are exiled to the
ends of the earth, I will bring you back to the
place I have chosen for my name to be honored.”
We are your servants, the people you rescued
by your great power and might. “O LORD,
please hear my prayer! Listen to the prayers of
those of us who delight in honoring you.
Please grant me success now as I go to ask the
king for a great favor. Put in his heart to be
kind to me.”
Daniel 4:32B
The Most High rules over the kingdoms of the
world and gives them to anyone he chooses.
II Chronicles 7:14
Then if My people, who are called by My
name will humble themselves and pray and
seek My face and turn from their wicked
ways. I will hear from heaven and will forgive their sins and heal their land.
Isaiah 40: 27-31
O Israel, How can you say the LORD does not
see your troubles? How can you say God refuses to hear your case? Have you never heard
or understood? Don’t you know the LORD is
the everlasting God, the creator of all the
earth? He never grows faint or weary. No one
can measure the depths of His understanding.
He gives power to those who are tired and
worn out; He offers strength to the weak. Even
youths will become exhausted, the young men
will give up. But those who wait on the
LORD, will find new strength. They will fly
high on wings like eagles. They will not grow
weary. They will walk and not faint.
I am writing regarding what I believe is the
most important subject of our day. Our forefathers came to America and believed and trusted
God. History reminds us that from the beginning our great nation was based on religious
freedom and they had a strong dependence on
God. Our founding fathers acknowledged that
Christianity was the core of our country. John
Adams, second president of the United States,
stated, “The general principles on which the
fathers achieved independence were the general principles of Christianity|" John Hancock
was a signer of the Declaration of Independence and Governor of Massachusetts. While
governor, he called on the state to pray that
“All nations may bow to the scepter of our
Lord and Savior Jesus Christ and that the
whole earth may be filled with His glory.” The
verses below give us a clear message that
should cause all of us to be humble and pray
for our country.
Jeremiah 2:31-32
O, my people listen to the words of the LORD!
Have I been like a desert to Israel? Have I
been to them a land of darkness? Why then do
my people say, At last we are free from GOD!
We won’t have anything to do with him anymore! Does a young woman forget her jewelry? Does a bride hide her wedding dress?
NO! Yet for years on end my people have
forgotten me.
Jeremiah 3: 21
Voices are heard high on the wind swept
mountains, the weeping and pleading of Israel’s people. For they have forgotten the
LORD their GOD and wandered far from His
ways.
Jeremiah 13: 24-25
I will scatter you just as the chaff is scattered
by the winds blowing in from the desert. “This
is your allotment, that which is due you,” says
the LORD. “I have measured it out especially
for you, because you have forgotten me and
put your trust in false gods”.
Jeremiah 18: 14-15
Does the snow ever melt high upon the mountains of Lebanon? Do the cold, flowing streams
from the crags of Mt. Hermon ever run dry?
These can be counted on, but not my people! From the Holy Bible (NLT)
For they have deserted and turned to worthless
idols. They have stumbled off the ancient
May God Bless America and your
highways of good, and they walk the muddy
Family,
paths of sin.
Dan Wright
Nehemiah 1: 3-10
King William
They said to me, “ the wall of Jerusalem has
been torn down, and the gates have been
Shepherds United Methodist
Church in St. Stephens Church,
VA will be hosting Sheila Barnett
and Charlene Talcott facilitators
with Project Learning Tree on November 14, from 9 a.m. till 1 p.m. They
will be introducing concepts of environmental literacy and sharing activities
from Project Learning Tree’s Early Childhood Curriculum. These activities
will include role playing, singing, art, and snacks. The cost is $15.00 per participant. Each participant will receive a Project Learning tree Environmental
Experience for Early Childhood Curriculum guide. Call Sheila Barnett at 804
-769-1981 (evening) or 804-786-1815 (daytime) to register. Checks should
be made payable to Sheila Barnett and sent to 1163 Walkerton Road, Walkerton, VA 23177. Payment must be received by October 16 so that Sheila
can order the curriculum guides.
Dear Editor,
Dear Editor,
"Where were you?
I was disheartened by the candidate debate
held at the Mangohick Volunteer Fire
Department on Thursday, October 24
(although I found you to be a superb
moderator). I think it's a shame that the
debate focused solely on how to cut taxes,
without any candidate being asked to put
forward a positive vision for the county.
While I understand the need for fiscal
responsibility and accountability in local
government and expect it myself, I contend
that a platform that consists exclusively of
spending cuts does not reflect a reasonable
or responsible approach to governance.
It was sad to hear so much discussion
around what the county doesn't need. It was
refreshing to hear Supervisor Williams argue
that the county's recent (and modest)
investments in its schools have produced
concrete results and improved the quality of
education (citing the full accreditation of
King William County Schools and increases
in SOL scores while maintaining the 92nd
lowest
expenditure
rate
of
all Virginia school districts). That's the kind
of real, fact based dialogue that was missing
from the debate. Residents should look
beyond recent aggregate increases in public
spending and also consider what
public investment buys the county's
residents in terms of quality of life. Without
stron g s chool s and a working
county administration, King William will
not see the increase in business activity
necessary to create jobs, expand its tax base,
and prosper into the future
Mr. William's opponent irresponsibly cited
unverified numbers without context, picked
items to cut from the budget that would
make no meaningful difference in overall
county spending levels, and showed a basic
misunderstanding of local public finance in
the Commonwealth of Virginia (a cigarette
tax that is not an option under Virginia Law
is not a practical means of increasing
revenue in the near term).
I
am a relatively new citizen of King
William County, and my vote will be for
Otto Williams. A county that makes prudent
public investments that promote business
activity and quality education for its children
is a county that I want to live in.
Set aside the extremely poor turn out during
the 1st Meet-the-Candidate night of
Thursday; two interesting subjects were
discussed. The 1st, the current spreading of
human waste on open fields in the
2nd District. The second, that the Supervisors
seriously toyed with the implementation of
a .99 cent Property Tax but implemented .94
impart because of the 'difficult economic
times' i.e., the election. Hopefully, more
folks will attend the next MTC to voice their
concerns."
Dave Hansen
Aylett
Dear Editor,
I thought the Tea Party supported property
rights?
I was indeed one of three votes that
approved the pet crematory. The landowner
request was in compliance with the County
zoning ordinance. BOS decisions must be
fair and consistent with law, not arbitrary
and personal. I thought the Tea Party
supported property rights?
Terry Stone
King William
Dear Editor,
Signs versus Message
Have you noticed a proliferation of Otto
Williams signs? Don’t get fooled by these
signs! Behind them, HIS message is the
same as 7 of the last 10 years – TAX
HOMEOWNERS.
Don’t you like your
wallet more than Otto? On November 3,
vote smart & vote for change!
Bob Ehrhart
Fifth District Resident &
Candidate
Jay Brown
Mangohick
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Dear Editor,
Dear Editor,
On the evening of September 24 at the Mangohick Fire Dept., I attended a debate for BOS
incumbents and challengers sponsored by the
KW Tea Party and moderated by the County
Courier editor.
I want to commend the participants for presenting their various positions on the issues
vital to King William. The topics covered were
county and school budgets, real estate home
values and rates, and land use tax rates. Municipal water costs at Central Garage and
county emergency communications costs were
also discussed.
Also discussed is the county’s offer to pay
some health care costs for the supervisors as is
also offered to most of the county employees.
This, as I understand, is an individual choice
where supervisors can elect to decline the
benefit as they might have a better policy offered through their main work place. Instead of
just discussion the issue in general, the challenger choose specifically to highlight the incumbent’s election to take the county’s offer as
though shame on you for electing the benefit.
I have never liked the Tea Party’s attacks on
an individual’s incumbent’s legal choices. It
shows up in the editorials and signs and debates offered through the Tea Party. Of course,
policies presented by the current board members in general are fair game. These people
who serve our county with their hard work,
deserve our thanks. Individual choice is a hallmark of the Constitution, a platform that is
strongly supported by the Tea Party. But they
sometimes seem to forget their own political
creed.
I also want to mention another incident that
occurred during the debate. The challenger was
specifically critical of an individual present in
the audience who was not running for an
elected office. At the end of the debate, this
individual stood up to take issue with the BOS
challenger. The Tea Party proctor said no audience participation was allowed and the individual was told he was not allowed to defend his
position. Is the Tea Party so unfair that it allows individuals in the audience to be topics of
the debate without the freedom to refute the
comment? This to me is not what debates are
about or what the Tea Party should represent. I
call for the challenger to publically apologize
for his comment.
The “Dancing for the Arts” event on September 12th at KWHS was a grand success! The
audience, consisting of nearly 300 residents,
who came out to experience this fantastically
entertaining evening were tremendously generous and raised over $5,000 total for the King
William Public Schools Education Foundation.
The community support we receive for our
goal of building an auditorium at King William
High School is encouraging and the desire
made clear. The KWPSEF would like to thank
all those who attended, voted and volunteered
to make this event successful. Especially Dr.
Jones and Cathy Edwards of the school board
office, Mrs. Amy McElroy for the trophies and
judge’s voting paddles, the judges for the evening: Ashley Simons, Lin Smith, David Nelson
and Ann Garner, The Student Dance Company
for being the evening’s vote hostesses: Madison Nygen, Dakotah Smith, McKenzie Lockett,
Jenny Estok, Lily Fishetti, Skylar Harper,
Kayla Ainsley, Ashlee Powell, Allie Patterson,
Ashanti Ellis, TristenRitt, Beverly Young for
sharing her vocal talent, Ellen and Tom Davidson and the Rigby’s Jig dance group for sharing their dancing talents, Jeff Hale and Russ
Groover for the audio support, Mike and
Nancy Embrey for the media support, The Prop
Shop for supplying the dance floor, the King
William Florist, the local media support by
way of newspaper articles and social media
outlets, Shannon Sale, April Harper, Mary
Previs, Michele Nelson, Tiffany Powell,
Jocelyn Vincent, Terry Previs, Helen Tyler,
Luisa Whitt (and family), Hadara Crews, Laurie Abrams, Yvonne Vaughan, Joe Harper,
Andrea and Bob Kish, Jim and Kathy Morrison
and Annie Bonifacio. Thank you to the dance
instructors, Dawn Smith, Kendall Lipscomb
and Tiffany King Allen. Special thanks goes to
our brave dancers Matthew Kite, Joy Washington, Alison Fox, Channing Moss, Gene and
Suzanne Campbell, Otto and Susan Williams,
and the MirrorBall trophy winners, Lynne Uzel
and Robbie Sparks!
Bill Hughes
Mangohick
Respectfully submitted by
Tracey
Anderson,
KWPSEF – Vice President
Please see LTE, on page 19.
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By- Danny Clark
Six candidates attended a meet the
candidates night on September 17th. The
meeting was an open forum held at the
King William administration building.
The meeting was facilitated by Bob
Shannon, who encouraged the audience to
ask questions about concerns they may
have.
Some of the questions asked were about
bio solids, internet service, land use, taxes,
how to attract new business to the area,
BPOL tax, home values and water and
sewage.
There was a lively exchange between
some of the candidates and the audience
concerning budget cuts within the county.
The following candidates were in
attendance:
Bill Hodges (1st district challenger)
Linda Benson (2nd district challenger)
Travis Moskalski (2nd district incumbent)
Dave Hansen (4th District challenger)
Bob Ehrhart (5th district challenger)
Otto Williams (5th district incumbent)
Steve Greenwood (3rd district incumbent)
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Lawler for 97th District
This November marks the first time in
nearly a decade that the House of Delegates race in the 97th District will be a
competitive one. I would be honored if
you would consider me, Erica M Lawler,
for your vote to represent our district in
the General Assembly. I have lived in all
three counties that make up our district:
first in a little house off of Route 30 in
King William, then Northbury Farm in
New Kent, and now in the Old Church
part of Hanover. I attended the first Governor’s School for Agriculture at Virginia
Tech in summer 2001, graduated from Lee
-Davis in 2003, and received my Bachelor
of Arts from Virginia Tech in May 2006.
Although I am not a lawyer, I have
worked in a regulatory environment since
taking my first job after college as a Contracts Assistant at an international health
non-profit. I have spent a total of more
than 6 years as a research administrator at
two of Virginia’s public universities, work
that has immersed me in state and federal
grants and contracts regulation, research
compliance, Conflict of Interest management, financial reporting, agreement negotiation, and budgeting.
I am running as an independent candidate
and I believe this aligns with my strengths
as a negotiator. If elected, I will work
across party lines so that the General Assembly can come to bipartisan solutions
instead of the vitriolic partisanship that so
Erica M Lawler
pervades our federal government. My experience as a state employee provides a
unique and practical perspective on ways
to improve efficiency in Virginia’s government, most notably in procurement.
Aside from bringing the Virginia Public
Procurement Act into the 21st century, I
have identified three priority areas for my
platform: agriculture, conservation, and
transportation. I invite you to visit my
website,www.ericamlawler.com, for more
information and please stop by and say
hello at my booth at the West Point Crab
Carnival on October 3rd.
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Arts Alive
Join Arts Alive on Saturday, October
17 at 7 PM for a high energy, crowd
interactive experience. Savannah Jack
will be performing at the Robinson/
Olsson Auditorium and Fine Arts Center in West Point. From traveling
throughout the Caribbean as a featured, headline act on Royal Caribbean Cruise Line to opening arena and
large festival dates for Peter Frampton, John Fogerty, Vince Gill, The
Doobie Brothers and the legendary
Kenny Rogers, among others, Savannah Jack has honed their skills as outstanding live entertainers who captivate audiences from the very first
note.
How do you describe this band from
Nashville, Tennessee? Joe Guercio,
Elvis Presley’s longtime music and
orchestra director, calls Savannah Jack
“the absolute best band I’ve seen in
music today.” Savannah Jack, comprised of Don Gatlin, Jay Darby, and
Matt Schumacher, is the preferred
opening act for the legendary Kenny
Rogers, having performed onstage
with him in excess of 60 shows during
the past few years.
They just finished recording their
second studio album entitled, “Night
of Your Life”, which features special
guests, Love and Theft, Ronnie
McCoury of the Grammy Award Winning Del McCoury Band, Vince Gill,
Grammy Award winning guitarist,
John Jorgensen, and the incredible
Michael McDonald.
Tickets are $25 for adults, $20 for
seniors (65+), and $10 for students.
Group rates are available at $15 each
for groups of 10 or more. Tickets can
be purchased by phone at 804-8433475, online, or email at [email protected]. More informa-
tion and videos of the
performances can be
f o u n d
a t
www.artsaliveinc.org.
Prior to the performance on October 17,
the Visual Arts Committee of Arts Alive
will host an opening
of the Photography
Exhibit at 6:30 pm.
Everyone who takes photographs is
invited to enter the Photography Exhibit. All work for shows must be
framed, have eye hooks on the back
and delivered by 9:00 am on Tuesday,
October 13. Questions should be directed to Sue Kurfees at 804-8433108 or [email protected], Gail
Nichols at 804-843-4418 or [email protected] or Jeanette
Wagner at 804-994-9668 or [email protected]. This exhibit
will be on display from October 13 to
November 10 in the exhibit area of the
Robinson/Olsson auditorium adjacent
to West Point High School on Thompson Avenue. It may be viewed during
regular school hours by entering
through the high school office.
Arts Alive, Inc. gratefully acknowledges the sponsorship of Baylands
Federal Credit Union which helped
make this performance possible. Arts
Alive programming is also made possible in part by a grant from the Virginia Commission for the Arts and the
National Endowment for the Arts as
well as contributions from individuals
and businesses.
Arts Alive, Inc. would like to thank
the governments of West Point, New
Kent, King William, and King and
Queen as well as the Elis Olsson Memorial Foundation and the Robinson
Family for their financial support.
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Aylett Country Day School,
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Bruington Baptist Church
By: Danny Clark
On Sunday September 20 t h ,
Bruington Baptist Church celebrated
its 225th year of service to the
community. Pastor, Dr. Roger M.
Collier, welcomed the community and
guests saying, “We welcome you to
this service of worship of thanksgiving
and celebration of our 225 t h
anniversary.”
Pastor Collier
introduced the guest speaker Dr. Fred
Anderson, Director of the Virginia
Baptist Historical Society, saying, “It
is a great joy to have the distinguished
Virginia Baptist with us.
Past ministers and members from
other churches were recognized.
Special music was provided by,
church member Gary Bland, past
pastor Rev. Roger Crump and
daughter Rosa. Lillian Walker was
recognized for 50 years of faithful
service.
Wayne Greenwood and
William Martin planted a tree where
once stood a tree dating back to
revolutionary times.
William Gwathmey and Madaya
Seip placed a wreath on Robert Baylor
Semple’s grave. Beautiful weather
along with a huge turnout and
excellent dinner perfected the day. On
September 26, 1790 a new church was
planted here at Bruington with 104
members.
Robert Baylor Semple was ordained
as its pastor. Bruington’s clerk
Michael Martin summarized it by
saying, “Bruington has been blessed
with energetic and inspired leaders
over the past 225 years and new
opportunities continue to present
themselves. Now with a strong vision
and a passion for spreading the gospel
of Christ, Bruington Baptist Church
will continue to be a place of worship
and a source of light and service in the
community.
We look forward to an exciting new
era with our Pastor, Rev. Roger
Collier. God’s work continues, and
with his grace we will strive to remain
faithful in the challenges ahead.”
The fair had been consolidated so everything could be held in the school. There
were vendors selling jewelry, baked
goods, flowers and crafts. The school
families had a large bake sale, children’s
games, a dunkin’ booth, yard sale and a
silent auction.
A staff member, Robin Taylor, stated,
“Huge crowds attended the fair despite
rain. This was the first time the fair had
been indoors. We had delicious food, lots
of children’s games, and a record number
of former graduates visiting. The fair is a
50 year tradition of the school. The first
fair was held at St. Stephens Church in
1965. THIS DAY WAS STILL A HUGE
SUCCESS.”
Redwood Grill
109 Commons Park Circle
Manquin, VA 23106
804-769-0111
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Lauren Ashley Childress & Christopher Matthew Snider
Miss Lauren Ashley Childress of Saint
Stephens Church, Va., and Mr.
Christopher Matthew Snider, of
Chesapeake, Va., were united in marriage
on Saturday, Sept. 19, 2015 at 4 p.m. at the
Winterham Plantation in Amelia, Va. The
ceremony was officiated by the Reverend
E.L. Jones and was immediately followed
by an outdoor reception at the beautiful
historical venue.
Photo by Caston Studio
Mrs. Christopher Matthew Snider
“Love isn't something you find. Love is something that finds you.”
Loretta Young
Saturday, October 3, 2015
9 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Set-up 7-9am (no sales during this time)
Baked & Canned Goods
 Silent Auction
 Plants
 Yard Sale
 Children’s Games including

Bounce House, and Giant Slide
Food & Drinks
 Fun & Fellowship

Located on Route 360 1.5 miles east of Saint Stephens Church, VA
Rain or Shine Come and Have a Good Time!
The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs.
Wesley Stephen Childress, Jr., of Saint
Stephens Church. She is the granddaughter
of Mr. Walter Linwood Crowe and the late
Barbara Vosnick Crowe of West Point,
Va., and Mrs. Barbara Alley Childress and
the late Mr. Wesley Stephen Childress, Sr.,
of Aylett, Va. The groom is the son of Mr.
and Mrs. Jack Donald Snider of
Chesapeake. He is the grandson of Mrs.
Mary Meehan and the late Joseph Meehan
of Norfolk, Va., and Mrs. Priscilla Hursey
and the late Frank Hursey of Chesapeake.
Escorted by her father and given in
marriage by her parents, the bride wore an
exquisite trumpet style gown designed by
Essence of Australia. The white floor
length gown featured a strapless fitted
bodice of soft draping organza and a full
skirt with dramatic cascading layers that
flowed. Hand-sewn Swarovski crystals and
diamante beading highlighted the bodice.
The bride wore her mother's fingertip veil
and carried a bouquet of coral roses, white
hydrangeas, stephanotis and freesia which
incorporated the lace from her late
maternal grandmother's wedding gown.
The groom wore a black modern-style
tuxedo by Vera Wang with a white shirt,
vest and tie. The groom's attire was
complimented by a white rose
boutonniere.
Lessard of Midlothian, Va., friends of the
bride. The Maid of Honor and bridesmaids
wore cocktail-length dresses of coral
chiffon. Each carried a hand-tied bouquet
of white hydrangeas. Miss Hailey Madison
Owens of Aylett, niece of the bride, was
the flower girl. She wore a white linen
dress accented with a lace waistband. She
carried a basket of white rose petals.
Mr. Joseph Thomas Snider of
Chesapeake served as his brother's best
man. Groomsmen included Alexander
Addison Gunn of Fredericksburg, Va.,
friend of the groom, Wesley Stephen
Childress, III, of Saint Stephens Church,
brother of the bride, and Benjamin Andrew
Smith of Boston, Mass., friend of the
groom. The groomsmen wore matching
black tuxedos with mint green vests and
ties, and wore white rose boutonnieres.
Master's Hunter Carson Owens and
Harrison Gordon Sargent, nephews of the
bride, were ring bearers. They each wore
white shirts and black trousers, mint green
suspenders and coral bowties.
Miss Shun Gunn of Fredericksburg was
Mistress of Ceremonies.
The bride is a graduate of King William
High School. She graduated from Virginia
Polytechnic and State University with
Bachelor of Science degrees in biology
and psychology, and from Bon Secours
College of Nursing with a Bachelor of
Science nursing degree. She is currently
employed as a registered nurse at
Maryview Hospital in Portsmouth, Va.
The groom is a graduate of Hickory High
School in Chesapeake. He is also a
graduate of Virginia Tech with a Bachelor
of Science in Aerospace Engineering. He
is currently employed as a nuclear
Miss Jessica Leigh Childress of Aylett engineer by Norfolk Naval Shipyard in
served as her sister's Maid of Honor. Norfolk, Va.
Bridesmaids included Mrs. Kristen Erika
Stephens of Aylett, cousin of the bride, Following a honeymoon in Europe,
Miss Kendall Nicole Lipscomb of King Lauren and Chris will reside in Suffolk,
William, Va., and Miss Megan Rose Va.
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Pet Adoption
Hi, I’m “Willow”! I’m a magnificent
female cat that is about 2 years old. I
was surrendered to the shelter because
my previous owners left me at the
house when they moved away. I am a
very sweet girl and I love to have my
chin scratched! I get along great with
other cats and I don’t seem to mind
dogs. Mew! Regional Animal Shelter
has plenty of healthy cats/kittens in all
colors and patterns! Come in and meet
your new best friend today!
Regional Animal Shelter
Phone (804)-769-4983
Fax (804)-769-4993
[email protected]
w w w . f a c e b o o k . c o m /
RegionalAnimalShelter
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DECA Holds Dog Wash to Benefit the
Indian Rivers Humane Society
DECA members Kristen Davis and Wil Venhuizen help out during the DECA dog wash.
The King William High School DECA They washed 19 dogs and raised $350 in
Chapter held a dog wash on Saturday, donations. The donations will assist the
September 19, 2015 to raise money for the Indian Rivers Humane Society with
Indian Rivers Humane Society.
spaying and neutering pets to help with
adoption.
Law Offices
Of
OFFICIAL VOTING INFORMATION
COUNTY OF KING AND QUEEN
Raymond L. Palmer, Sr.
Twin Rivers Building
5833 Richmond Tappahannock Highway
Aylett, VA 23009
(804) 769-9600
General Election
Tuesday, November 3, 2015
Polls Open 6:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Voter Registration: The last date to register or to make registration changes for this election is
Tuesday, October 13, 2015.
Absentee Voting: Absentee Voting begins September 18, 2015. Qualified absentee voters may
vote in person at the Registrar’s Office during regular office hours: Monday-Friday, 8:30 am to
4:30 pm. The Registrar’s Office will also be open on Saturday, October 24, 2015 and
Saturday, October 31, 2015, 9:00 am to 5:00 pm, for in-person absentee voting. Applications
to request that an absentee ballot be mailed to you must be received in the Registrar’s Office by
Tuesday, October 27, 2015.
Additional Information: Please contact the Registrar’s Office at 804-785-5980, or email:
[email protected], or visit the State Board of Elections website at
www.elections.virginia.gov.
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Large crowd attends “Meet the candidates night.”
By: Danny Clark
L-R: John Charboneau, Susan B. Colley, Celeste Gaines, Brenda Lee, Sharon Alsop,
Vanessa Porter, Kelly Norman Lumpkin, Charles Atkins, Lawrence Simpkins and
Howard Hill
On September 15th King and Queen Ruritan’s held a meet the candidates night, at
their Upper King and Queen Ruritan
building. One Ruritan member said, “The
King and Queen Ruritans are live and doing well.” That certainly was apparent
considering the large turnout to meet the
candidates. Ruritan member Jamie Ryland, thanked everyone for coming and
said, “We are always looking for new
members and remember October 13th is
the last day to register to vote.” Each candidate gave a brief statement to the audience and expressed their individual goals
ahead. At the end of the meeting there
was a question and answer period. Herb
Sebrew kept the meeting moving forward.
The following candidates were in attendance. Lawrence Simpkins, (St. Stephens
Church Chairman-Board of Supervisors,
incumbent), Howard Hill, (Write in candidate, St. Stephens Church School Board),
Charles Atkins (Commonwealth Attorney,
incumbent), John Charboneau (Sherriff,
incu mb ent). Susan B . Co lley,
(Commissioner of Revenue, Challenger),
Kelly Norman Lumpkin, (Commissioner
of Revenue, Challenger), Timothy Sinkfield (Write in Newtown School Board),
Sharon Alsop, (Vice Chairman BOS Newtown District), Celeste Gaines, (School
member, Newtown District), Brenda Lee,
(Stevensville District, School Board),
Vanessa Porter, (Circuit Court Clerk).
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Charboneau Announces his Re-Election for Sheriff
Dear Friend,
I hope I can count of your support on
November 3, 2015. I want to continue serving as
your sheriff. I believe that King and Queen
County is a great place to live, work, and raise a
family.
I want to build upon the great foundation that
has been established over the past 20 years. We
have built an excellent sheriff’s office and I
want to work to make it even better.
My 36 years of work in the King and Queen
Sheriff’s Office gives me unquestionable
experience in the day to day operations of the
office. I know the policies, staff, and budget.
But most importantly, I know our county and its
citizens and how they expect this office to
operate.
I would appreciate your support on November
3, 2015.
Sincerely yours,
John R. Charboneau
Sheriff John R. Charboneau
KW Democratic Party Meet the Candidate Forum
A “Meet the Candidate Forum” will be
held at the Upper King William
Senior Center on Saturday, October 10,
2015 between the hours of 10:00
AM and 12 Noon. The Senior Center is
located at 3808 King William Road,
3 miles north of Route 360.
You will have the opportunity to hear
the candidates for elected offices in King
William express their vision for
the County for the next four years and
beyond. Remember, elections are
coming up on November 3rd so please
join us so you can make an informed
decision as you vote.
A non-partisan event sponsored by the
King William Democratic Party.
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American Legion Hosts Veterans Resource Fair
By Florence Cooke
King William American Legion Post
314 at 6250 Richmond Tappahannock
Turnpike hosted a Veterans Resource
Fair on Friday, September 18, 2015.
All veterans from all branches of the
military were welcome to come in and
visit with members of the U. S. Department of Veterans Affairs with
questions.
The Department of Veterans Affairs
offers help to veterans with needs as
soon as they come home. Home
loans, filing claims for disability, employment benefits, benefits for survivors of veterans, life insurance, pension benefits are some of the assistance provided.
Vet Centers offer counseling to veterans coming home with PTSD (Post
Traumatic Stress Disorder). Rosemary Bosher, a Richmond area combat veteran from U. S. Army (retired
after 25 years), was present to assist in
this area.
Virginia Wounded Warrior Program
will transition to Virginia Veteran and
Family Support on October 1, 2015.
The program services will stay the
same. Personnel from that organiza-
tion were available to answer questions about needs and services provided.
DMV CONNECT is DMV’s newest
service outreach program and was also
present. Connection teams carry portable equipment to provide identification cards and handicap licenses to
incarcerated individuals pending release, adults living in assisted living
centers, homeless shelters and local
Sheriff’s Department offices. Their
motto is “Connecting Virginians with
services they need.”
All the groups present worked together to provide any assistance to
veterans and their families. An emblem that greeted everyone stated,
“You have sacrificed to keep our
country – and everything it represents
– safe. The U. S. Department of Veterans Affairs honors and serves you
by fulfilling President Lincoln’s promise ‘to care for him who shall have
borne the battle, and for his widow,
and his orphan.”
For questions on any of the available
services, please call Ronnie Corrick,
Commander of the American Legion
Post 314, at 229 – 9529.
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Scouting for Food Distribution
On October 3rd, King William's
Cub Scout Pack 360 will distribute
Scouting for Food bags to the
following neighborhoods:
Terra Alta, and Timberland Estates.
Please help fill a bag and leave it at
the end of your driveway for pickup by
the Boy Scouts on October 10th and
11th.
Beaver Creek, Black Creek Estates,
Cedar Crest, Central Crossing, All donations will directly benefit
Fairfield Acres, Indian Fields, families in need in King William
Kennington, Manquin Farms I and II, County. Thank you in advance for
Marhill, McCauley Park I, II, and III, your support!
Oak Springs, Parkwood, Rose Garden,
Cool Spring Primary School
Cool Spring is a learning place. Cool
Spring is a caring place. Cool Spring
is a safe place. You’ve heard the saying, “It takes a village to raise a
child.” Well, Cool Spring Primary
School needs your help doing just
that! Do you have 45 minutes per
week to spare? We’d love for you to
become a Reading Buddy! We will
conduct an orientation to discuss the
details of the program and what to
expect when you begin. Please contact
us today! Calling all Volunteers!!! For
more information, please contact: Mic hel l e V e st , Rea di ng C o ac h
[email protected] (804) 7693434 ext. 312 Mary Motley, Reading
Specialist [email protected]
(804) 769- 3434
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God looked around his garden and found an
empty place, he then looked down upon your
tired face.
He put his arms around you and lifted you to
rest. Gods garden must be beautiful, he always
takes the best.
He saw the road was getting rough and the hills
were hard to climb so he closed your weary
eyelids and whispered peace be thine.
It broke our hearts to lose you but you didn’t go
alone, for parts of us went with you the day God
called you home.
We will love and miss you forever.
Loving you always,
Willie, Wanda, Melinda, Jody
& Mary
Linwood Martin
May I Go
Cavaliers playing the Eagles at Washington & Lee High School
Photo courtesy King William Cavalier Football
MAY I GO NOW?
By Armistead Saffer
May I Go? May I go now?
Do you think the time is right?
May I say good-bye to pain-filled days
and endless lonely nights?
I’ve lived my life and done my best,
an example tried to be.
So can I take that step beyond
and set my spirit free?
I didn’t want to go at first,
I fought with all my might.
But something seems to draw me now
to a warm and loving light.
I want to go. I really do.
It’s difficult to stay.
But I will try as best I can
to live just one more day,
To give you time to care for me
and share your love and fears.
I know you’re sad and so afraid,
because I see your tears.
I’ll not be far, I promise that,
and hope you’ll always know
On Wednesdays, September 23rd, the
King William Cavaliers JV football team
visited Washington & Lee to take on the
Eagles. At one point the Cavaliers were
down 20-0 then started a comeback.
They scored three unanswered
touchdowns, but missed all of the 2 point
conversion attempts. The final score was
King William 18 - Washington and Lee
20. The JV Cavaliers play Caroline on
September 30th.
Linwood & Mary Martin
that my spirit will be close to you,
wherever you may go.
Thank you so for loving me.
You know I love you too.
That’s why it’s hard to say good-bye
and end this life with you.
So hold me now, just one more time
and let me hear you say,
because you care so much for me,
you’ll let me go today.
— Susan A. Jackson
Your Loving Wife Forever,
Linda Martin
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Going, Going, Gone! Cavalier wide receiver Michael Johnson (#2) returns the second
half opening kickoff 88 yards into the end zone.
By Gene Campbell
The King William Cavaliers defeated the visiting Washington and Lee Eagles 48 - 28
this past Friday night. The Eagles scored first but the Cavaliers roared back to take a
22 - 14 lead into the locker room at half time. The Cavaliers opened the second half
with a 88 yard kickoff return by wide receiver Michael Johnson and never looked back
as they improved their record to 2 - 2. The Cavaliers host a non conference game with
Caroline High School this Friday Night.
Matthew Southern
6 lbs - 21 inches Largemouth Bass
Getting Some Bait
Jojo’s thanks Matthew and Cheryl for sharing these great pictures.
We have a gift waiting for you at the register—stop in and see us!
Submit your fishing pictures online at Facebook.com/JojosFishing
Then look in the upcoming issues of the Country Courier.
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Manquin, Virginia 23106
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Dear Editor,
I am the Commonwealth’s Attorney for
King William County,an independent
Constitutional Officer responsible for
prosecuting crimes that occur in our
county. By state statute, I am required to
prosecute all felonies. Since 2012, I have
prosecuted felonies involving deaths of
children, sexual assault, malicious wounding, armed robbery, burglary, drug trafficking, and many others. Some folks
may not know that Commonwealth’s Attorneys are not required to prosecute misdemeanors. My policy, however,is to
prosecute these lower level, but still serious offenses- crimes involving domestic
violence, sexual battery, stalking, DUI ,
and animal cruelty. Moreover, I am involved in driving offenses, hunting offenses, and other misdemeanor prosecutions that could result in jail time. I am
also very active in cases involving juvenile delinquency.
In 2013, my Office handled 931 cases. In
2014, we handled984. In 2015, we are on
track to meet or exceed that number. The
Office consists of me and my legal assistant. We also work with a Victim-Witness
Coordinator whose position is nearly completely grant-funded and is a shared with
King and Queen. The Office receives
nearly 70% of our funding from the Commonwealth. The remaining 30% is funded
by King William County, covering a portion of my assistant’s salary, benefits, and
overhead. Comparing our total State and
local budget to all of our neighboring
counties, my Office receives the lowest
amount of funding per capita, $14.04. It is
a very tight ship.
In order to keep effectively prosecuting
crimes in our Community, my Office is
dependent upon other County agencies,also running on tight budgets- the
Sheriff’s Office, Social Services, Animal
Control, etc.
Right now is election time. There are
supposed “facts” being bantered around,
or painted on roadside signs. Unfortunately, several candidates and their supporter have opted to attack Sheriff’s Deputies, Teachers, Social Workers, and other
county employees using inaccurate or
false assertions about salaries and insurance. These same candidates claim that
after cutting $300,000 from schools, that
money will be replaced by cutting agencies performing vital government functions.This “promise” isvery unlikely to be
kept, given these same candidates’ misleading attacks on schools and theirother
promises to cut funding for the Animal
Shelter, Parks and Rec, etc. Regardless,the end result would be even less
functional local government, and from my
perspective, real consequences to criminal
investigations and prosecutions.
The upcoming Board of Supervisors
election is important for the future of our
county. I pay close attention because it
will have an effect on my job helping keep
our community safe. I urge each citizen to
listen carefully to what a candidate and his
or her supporters have to say- and strongly
question those who mislead and misstate.
Matthew R. Kite
King William County
Commonwealth’s Attorney
Central High School received grant of $1,000
for a Measuring Skills program
After graduation, the reality that many
Central High School students face is not one of
college matriculation. Therefore, the King and
Queen county school launched an alternative
Central High School Measuring Skills program
to give students other avenues to pursue
careers by learning a trade. A $1,000 grant
from the Dominion Foundation will help to
expand enrollment and obtain access to the
necessary resources to make it a success.
The Dominion Foundation, the philanthropic
arm of Dominion Resources, recently awarded
educational grants totaling $1.5 million to
support a wide variety of programs engaging
students of all ages in science, technology,
engineering and math studies related to energy,
the environment and workforce development.
More than 140 schools and educational
institutions in 11 states and the District of
Columbia shared the $1.5 million in grants.
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Benefit for John (Moose) Scott
The American Legion Post 233 is proud
to present a benefit for fellow musician /
piano player John (Moose) Scott. John
suffered a stroke on May 28th while
playing a concert with the Southern Belle
Band.
Born and raised in VA, John brings his
passion and endless knowledge of music
to the public and many of his friends and
family. After graduating high school in
1969, John went on to attend Virginia
Commonwealth University where he
obtained a degree in physiology. After
graduating college, his life took him onto
another adventure as a VISTA volunteer.
While volunteering in Salt Lake City,
Utah, John met a woman named Dalene
who would later become the love of his
life. The two of them were married on
February 26, 1977 at Emigration Canyon
amidst 4 1/2 inches of snow. John even
wrote the music for their wedding. They
have been married now for 38 years and
going stronger every day. John’s hobbies
and interests include shing, gardening,
playing the piano, and watching and
attending the Richmond Flying Squirrels
games. However anybody who knows
John, knows that his heart and passion is
in music and his piano playing. John and
his wife have 3 children, 4 grandchildren,
and 2 fur babies (Yorkies).
John (Moose) Scott
The benefit features live music from the
Legend Band, The Escorts, The Southern
Belle Band and Buzzy Lawler. There will
be a spaghetti dinner, 50/50 raffle, baked
goods sale and silent auction.
The event is Sunday, October 25th from
2:00 PM - 7:00PM at the American
Legion Post at 8088 Recreation Road,
Varina, VA. $10 donations will be taken
at the door.
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Non Profit Only - 50 words. Over a y
Praise & Bible Study 6:45 PM
50,will be charged 40 cents a word.
Oak Grove Baptist Church
Breast Cancer Awareness Workshop.
CHRISTIAN
Christian Fellowship Ministries 46 Townique Farm Hanover. 804-9942630 October 17, 9:00AM-11:00AM
(CFM)
Sunday October 11, 2015: Come join Presenters: Kimberly Elliott &
as we celebrate our Pastor! Apostle Ferguson No Registration Fee Light
Marvin Richardson of World Vision refreshments will be served For
Ministries in Timmonsville, SC will be additional information, contact Olivia
the guest speaker on Sunday October Washington 804-769-1215
11! There will be a Birthday Banquet Youth Mentoring
to celebrate and honor Pastor Mary Breaking Chains for tomorrow’s
Edwards following the morning generation Youth mentoring program,
service. Come and be a blessing to this ages 4-16. beings on October 12 at
great servant of God! Christian Esco Brook Baptist Ch in King &
Fellowship Ministries is located at 304 Queen. Menorting sessions include life
W. Chinquapin Rd. King William skills, vocal music, arts & crafts,
County, VA. For more information exercises and basic computer skills.
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contact [email protected] or 804- 6:00pm to 8:00pm.
263-2405.
Rehoboth Baptist Fellowship Church
Jerusalem Christian Church Revival 5904 Acquinton Church Road, King
1902 Powhatan Trail King William, William, invites you to join them for
Oct. 12, 13, 14th at 7:00pm. Bobby their weekday lunch and Bible study
Wallace, senior minister, from held the 2nd Tuesday of every month
Plymouth, N.C. Church of Christ, will beginning in October. The first meeting
be the speaker.
will be Tuesday, October 13th at noon.
New Life Community Church Lunch served from 12:00 – 12:30 and
formerly New Mount Olive Christian Bible study held from 12:30 to 1:30.
Center is under new pastoral Study will cover “what the Bible says
leadership. NLCC is located at 109 about?” with different topics each
Commons Park Drive Suite J, meeting. Lunch expense is “donation
Manquin. Join us for worship on only”. If you have any questions,
Sundays at 8 a.m. and Bible Study on please call Rehoboth at 769-8400.
2nd/4th Wednesdays at 7pm. NLCC is Saint Paul Baptist Church DEACON
connected and committed to relational & DEACONESS DAY 1995 Globe
Kingdom building by empowering Road. Sunday, October 25, at
people through God's Word to love 2:00PM. Our guest speaker will be
God, self and others.
Rev. Shawn Knight, Pastor, Baptist
Liberty Church, King William. His
BAPTIST
FAMIY LIFE BAPTIST CHURCH choir, ushers and members will
has moved to 7753 Richmond Tapp. accompany him. We will have a repast
Hwy, Aylett. Worship service on following the program. Come and be
Sundays @ 9:30 a.m. & 11:00 a.m., blest!
preceded by Coffee House. We want to
invite you to our exciting worship Sharon Baptist Church invites you to
experience. COME JOIN US! For join us for worship with Pastor Preval
more information, contact: Pastor Gus from Haiti on Sunday, October 4th at 6
Agostino
(804)
5 7 2 - p.m We will be taking up a love
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offering which will help him in his
ministry in Haiti. We will also be
Mattaponi Baptist Church
Pastor: David Anthony, 1-804-384- having a social hour in Fellowship Hall
7721. Sunday School (10am) Worship following service. 3rd Annual Fall
Service (11am) Prayer Meeting Second Bazaar on Saturday, October 17th from
Thursday, 7pm Bible Study Third and 8 am to 1 pm. yard sale, crafts, silent
Fourth Wednesdays, 7pm. 11468 The auction, bake sale, music, BBQ,
Trail, King & Queen Courthouse
Brunswick Stew, Hot Dogs and
New Mount Olive Christian Center i children’s activities face painting,
s NOW New Life Community Church bouncy house, crafts, games and prizes.
and under the newpastoral leadership R We are located at 901 Sharon Road
ev. ClayCrawley. NLCC is Connected across from King William High
and Committed to Relational Kingdom School. Call the church at 769-2320
Building by Empowering People Thro for more information.
ugh God’s Word to Love God, Self, an
d Others109 Commons Park Drive, Sui St. Stephens Baptist Church
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1376 Sunday Worship 8 AM Wednesd school 10, worship service 11. Bible
Study Wed. at 7:30PM. We’re easy to
find, right off Route 360 at the St.
Stephens Church stoplight. Go ¼ mile
south on Route 14 (The Trail)
Telephone 804-769-8833
Upper King & Queen Baptist
Church at 1693 Bradley Farm Road
welcomes you to Sunday School At
10:45 and Worship at 11:00 oclock.
Bible studies on Wednesday and
Friday. Childrens Church and Mission
Friends for children. Men's Prayer
Breakfast on 1st Sunday at 8:30 a.m.
WMU for ladies.
METHODIST
Epworth Methodist Church
Epworth United Methodist Men will
be hosting the annual bazaar Saturday,
November 14 th from 8:00am to
2:00pm. @ Aylett Fire House. Please
contact the church office at 769-1949
for an application & further
information. McKendree United
Methodist Church Come join the
fellowship every week 4347 Manfield
Road, Manquin; Pastor Chad Beck 804
-7 6 9 -2 7 9 8 o r 4 3 4 -9 0 7 7202, [email protected]. Sunday
Worship @9:30am, Sunday School
@10:45am located at 4347 Manfield
Road (Rt 605) in Manquin.
Mizpah United Methodist Church
The next Mobile Pantry at Mizpah
United Methodist Church is on October
7 at 1:00 p.m. Please return your blue
bags that day! All participants must
qualify each time through their Dept. of
Social Services.
Shackelf ords Chapel Uni t ed
Methodist Church
2015 Fall Festival 3727 Buena Vista
Road (Rt. 14 - 2 miles west of Adner)
Saturday, October 10th 8:00 AM to
3:00 PM (Rain or Shine)
Shepherd's UMC Please join us
on Sundays for worship service at 9:30
am and Sunday school at 11:00 am.
Shepherd's UMC, A Church For All
People!
EPISCOPAL
Saint David’s Episcopal Church
Aylett
“To Know Christ Jesus and to make
Christ Known” All are welcome to our
11am Worship Service and Children’s
Sunday School. 1st Sundays of the
month are Youth Service & Morning
Prayer, 2nd, 3rd and 4th Sundays are
Holy Communion. 11291 West River
Rd. Aylett (next to public boat landing)
St. Paul's Episcopal Church is having
Men's Day Service, Sunday, October
18 at 7:30 a.m. The guest preacher will
be Minister Carl Byrd of St. Mark's
Episcopal Church, Wilmington,
NC. Second Mt. Olive Baptist Church
Men's Chorus of Little Plymouth will
sing. All are invited to worship with
us.
PRESBYTERIAN
St. James Presbyterian Church
(the little church next to King William
Courthouse) 411 Courthouse Lane.
Worship service is held on Sundays
at 10:30 AM. Communion held on the
first Sunday of every month. Our music
is a blend of contemporary praise &
traditional hymns, led by guitar and
keyboard.
NON-DEMONITIONAL
TWIN RIVERS COMMUNITY
CHURCH Sunday mornings
10:30AM. You will experience a
message that you can understand and
people that you can relate to. Come
casual, dressed up, barefoot. located at
694 Sharon Road, King William,
23086 (right next to the King William
Library). Donations needed for our
Community Closet! Please donate
canned goods to be given to neighbors
in need. Call 221-5641 for info.
The Newtown Bible Reading Group
Want to be in a group who actually
read and discuss the Bible itself instead
of studying ten different books that
claim to tell you what the Bible says?
The Newtown Bible Reading group
meets each Thursday evening at 7:00
pm. Call Glen or Kerry at 769-3475 or
(cellular) 804-238-0231 for directions.
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Non Profit Only- 50 words. Over 50 Ages 16 & up. Get Away @ the
Library! Saturday, October 31, 12:30 will be charged 40 cents a word.
1:30 p.m.
Ages 11-18. Snacks provided by the
King William's Cub Scout Pack 360 Friends of the West Point Library.
will distribute Scouting for Food bags Storytimes Friday, Oct. 2, 9, 16, 23,
on October 3rd, and the Boy Scouts and 30 Family, 10:30 a.m., all ages
will pick them up October 10th and Call 804-843-3244 or visit the library
11th. All donations will directly benefit at 721 Main Street for more
families in need in King William. information.
Please help fill a bag. Thank you in
advance for your support!
King William-Dawn Community
Liberty Christian School's Fall Doctors is offering Free Diabetes
Festival Saturday October 17, 9am to Workshops
3pm Huge Indoor Yard Sale starting at The Basics of Diabetes & Medications
7am. Activities for the kids, Bake Sale, – November 3 Eat Smart, Change Your
Food and More!
Lifestyle – November 10 Glucose
Control, Activity & Stress – November
Woman’s Club of K&Q
Fall Festival Oct. 10, 9am-1pm Free 17 Take one or more of the workshops
Admission, come on and enjoy the & learn how to have a better life with
vendors, food & fun at Woman’s diabetes! Workshops are 1PM-3PM at
clubhouse, K&Q CH.
11814 King William Rd. Aylett – 7693022
Fundraiser Kick-off/meet Mark
Please come out to support Mark at the The next Mobile Pantry at Mizpah
King William Auction House on United Methodist Church is on October
Saturday October 3 from 12-5pm. We 7 at 1:00 p.m. Please return your blue
will have a cornhole tournament and bags that day! All participants must
games for the kids! Also, we will have qualify each time through their Dept. of
homemade smoked BBQ plates and fun Social Services.
prizes for the entire family. "MARK"
YOUR CALENDAR!
DCSE Service Point Assistance
King & Queen Branch Library
Entering the New Millennium DCSE
Get Away Movie Night Thursday, Personnel will be at King & Queen
October 22, 5:30-7:30 p.m. Ages 11- Social Services on the Third Thursday
18. Storytimes Thursday, Oct. 1, 8, 15, of each month from 9:30 AM to
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Family, 10:30 a.m., all ages Call 804- Support Related Questions and/or
769-1623 or visit the library at 396 Inquiries. DCSE Contact Information:
Newtown Road for more information. 1-800-468-8894
American Legion Post 314 Members
Upper King William Branch Library Meeting
Nutrition for Diabetics & Pre-diabetics Welcomes ALL veterans from ALL
Thursday, October 1, 11:00 a.m. - noon branches of the military for coffee,
Refreshments provided by the Friends conversation & camaraderie to our
of the UKW Library. Computer Basics monthly Veteran’s Coffee Café`. Held
Class Monday, October 10, 5:30 - 7:30 every 3rd Friday each month beginning
p.m. Call 804-769-3731 or visit the at 10AM. 6250 Rich/Tapp Tpk. 229library to sign up for this class. Holiday 9529.
No-Sew Wreath Workshop Saturday, Brunswick Stew!
October 10, Noon - 1:30 p.m. Get Oct. 31 at American Legion Post 314.
Away @ Your Library Wednesday, Now taking orders, call 229-9529
October 21, 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Community Breakfast
Ages 11-18. Storytimes Wednesday, K.W. American Legion Post 314
Oct. 7, 14, 21, and 28 Family, 10:30 welcomes ALL to our monthly
a.m., all ages Call 804-769-3731 or breakfast held every 4th Saturday each
visit the library at 694-J Sharon Road month. Starting promptly at 8AM. ALL
for more information.
You Can Eat for $8. 6250 Rich/Tapp
West Point Branch Library
Tpk. 229-9529.
Learning Microsoft Word Class Free Afternoon Off for Caregivers!
Monday, October 5, 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. Bring your senior loved ones to a
Family Movie Matinee Saturday, special event on the third Thursday of
October 10, Noon - 2:00 p.m. every month! Caregivers get an
LEGOMania @ the Library! Friday, afternoon off (1:00-5:00p.m.) while
October 16, 4:00 - 5:00 p.m. Ages 5- their seniors enjoy fellowship in a safe
12. Backyard Rabbit Production environment with fun-filled activities
Saturday, October 17, Noon - 1:00 p.m. pl anne d es peci al l y f or t he m.
Movie Night @ the Library Thursday, Information-registration, call 804-769October 22, 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.
4407. Sponsored by United Methodist
Women, McKendree UMC, 4347
Manfield Road, Manquin.
PETS
Good Homes Needed For Good Pets
Regional Animal Shelter, 20201 King
William Road, King William 804-7694983. Kennel visiting hours Mon.–Fri.
11a.m.-4p.m., Wed. eve. until 6pm.,
S a t . 1 1 a m . - 2 p m .
www.petfinder.com email:
[email protected]
Indian Rivers Humane Society
Tappahannock Farmer's Market, the
3rd Saturday of the month through
November.
Indian Rivers Humane
Society. Wait till you see what we are
raffling at the Crab Carnival, October
3rd. Come out to West Point and look
for us at 8th and Main Streets.
Help Wanted!
If you love animals please consider
becoming a foster parent. You provide
a safe and loving home, Indian Rivers
Humane Society will provide food and
medical. Please call 804-885-3109 x2
for further information. Someone will
call you back. You can help save lives!
Three Rivers SWCD Board of
Directors Meetings The Three Rivers
Soil & Water Conservation District
will hold its monthly Board of
Directors meetings on the third
Monday of each month. The public is
invited. If you would like to attend,
please contact us at (804)443-2327 ext.
101.
Elite Force Athletics - Friday October
30th 6pm to 10pm, Please come out and
Join us for a NIGHT OF THRILLS,
featuring FREE Trunk or Treat. Brunswick
Stew Sale, Hay Rides, Costume Contest,
Dance Party and much more. $10 Entry
Fee
King William County On-Going
Nurturing Parenting Program
Every Monday 6:30pm - 8:30pm King
William Counseling Center, 1041
Sharon Road, KW. $20 Per/Session +
$20 Handbook. 15-week On-Going
Nurturing Parenting Program takes
place year round parents can enroll any
time. Pre-registration is required. To
register please call us at:1-888-PREV550 or 804-642-5402 or email us
at [email protected]
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KingWilliamRec.com.
King William T.E.A. Party
KWTP meets the second and fourth
Thursdays each month at 7 PM. Had
enough of lies from both major
political parties; openly squeezing the
middle class to pay off rich donors and
poor voters? Take action! Starting with
effective strategies to deal with critical
local, state and national issues.
Meetings of KWTP are open to all
citizens of good will. Usually held at
the Upper King William Library, but
occasionally at Lucio C's Restaurant.
For more information visit
www.kwteaparty.com
GOOD KARMA will host its Annual
Fall Yard Sale on Saturday, October
10, from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. at King
William High School. Yard sale spots
are available for $10 each and consist
of four student parking spots. Tables
are not provided. Gates will open at
5:30 a.m. and set-up location will be
offered on a first-come first-serve
basis. For more details or to reserve a
yard sale spot, please call Lisa Woody
at 994-8742.*Rain Date: Saturday,
October 17.
2016 Master Gardener Training
Class
2016 class runs from January 7 through
the first week of April and meets every
Monday and Thursday. The training
course is held in the afternoon from
12:30 to 4:00 p.m. at the Ashland
Public Library, 201 S Railroad Ave,
Ashland, VA 23005. Open House
October 22, at 2:00 pm at Hanover
Parks and Recreation’s Meeting Room,
13015 Taylor Complex Lane, Ashland,
VA 23005. You will leave the meeting
knowing that being a Master Gardener
is right for you. Applications can be
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what_is_mg.html. Info 804- 752-4310
PUBLIC NOTICE
The Electoral Board of King and
Queen County will hold a meeting on
October 6, 2015 at 9:00 AM. Meeting
will be held in the Registrar’s Office,
232 Allens Circle, King and Queen
Courthouse, VA.
The King William County
Democratic Party is sponsoring a
"Meet the Candidate Forum" at the
Upper King William Senior Center on
Saturday, October 10, 2015. It will be
appreciated if you can publish the
following news release in the
September 16, edition of the Country
Courier. If you have any
questions please give me a call at (804)
994-9668.
Oak Grove Baptist Church
Breast Cancer Awareness Workshop.
46 Townique Farm Hanover. 804-9942630 October 17, 9:00AM-11:00AM
Presenters: Kimberly Elliott &
Ferguson No Registration Fee Light
refreshments will be served For
additional information, contact Olivia
Washington 804-769-1215
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High Speed Internet
Order the High Speed Satellite Internet that is
now available in King William and King &
Queen! Speeds up to 12-Mbps down and 3Mbps up. Starting at $50/month.
Order now by Calling 874-3294
Computer Services & Repair
Home or Business
Call Armistead @ 874-3294
Call Armistead.com
Norman’s Tree Service: Tree removal,
topping, trimming, stump grinding, brush
chipping, storm damage and tractor work. No
job too big or small, 75 ft. bucket truck. Free
Estimates, reasonable prices. Licensed &
Insured. Locally owned & operated.
Call 769-7197
Steven’s Handyman Jr.: Reasonable,
quality work, well experienced, any type
yard work, painting, mulching, tree work,
grass cutting, power washing, etc.
Free Estimates & Insured.
Call 852-8403 (c)
Hauled off! Local, Honest and Dependable.
Fairly priced. Veterans, Seniors and widows
Discount. Call: Kenny 804-929-6882
opportunity provider and employer. Mail
$264,000 ~~ 250 W. Magnolia Ave.-2 beds/1
resume to PCDC P.O. Box 799 West Point, VA bath-$105,000 ~~ 161 Field View Lane-3 beds,
23181 or email [email protected]
2 baths-Just $75,000!! ~~ 119 Parkwood Drive
-3 beds/2 baths-$224,900 ~~ Call ELLEN
Cleaning by Gina– Will clean your home or
OTEY with Twin Rivers Realty, Inc. to SELL
office. Quality work, affordable rates, licensed
YOUR HOME OR LAND. 804-241-4314
and insured. References available.
WANTED
Call Gina Lumpkin: (804) 822-1040
A & E DOOR COMPANY, LLC
Affordable & Excellent service! Garage Doors
& Openers Replaced or Repaired.
Over 25 years experience.
Licensed & Insured
Call: (804) 402-8522
YARD AND LAWN WORK Grass cutting &
Weed Eating, Leaves Raked, Sticks picked up
and etc. References Available
Call Dennis: 994-8840
JOBS AVAILABLE
TOP CASH PAID -We’re buying
antiques, old tools, old guns, swords, guitars,
old trains, military items, old toys, glassware,
clocks, nautical things, other old items. If
you're cleaning out a house, shed, attic,
garage, basement, etc.,
Call 804-337-5329
Friendly Service and Fair Prices Paid!
CHILD CARE
LAND FOR SALE: Walkerton Pondfront lot$45,000 ~~ K&Q 29.25+- Acres-$89,999 Call
ELLEN OTEY with Twin Rivers Realty, Inc.
to SELL YOUR HOME OR LAND.
804-241-4314
HUNTING
Local Hunt Club looking for new members
Call: 314-1701 after 6 p.m.
Childcare positions available in a loving
Christian home. F/T, P/T & after school. Ages
6 months +. References upon request.
804-238-4815
LPN-with benefits, for primary care practice in
King William. Office experience/EHR
preferred. Submit resume to
DRY FIREWOOD All Oak and Hickory.
434-581-1704 /e-mail EOE
S pl it and r e ady f or de l i ve ry !
Patrol Deputy Sheriff This Position is a law Please Call: (804) 763-9173
enforcement position which requires
Pollard’s Landscaping, Trees trimmed and
Antique Farm Equipment: Plows, Hammer
certification
as a Basic Law Enforcement
removed. 60ft. Bucket Truck, Asphalt Repair
Mill,
Corn
Sheller
and
etc.
Officer
through
the
Department
of
Criminal
& Sealing, Mulching, Grass Cutting,
Call:
769-0812
Justice Services in Virginia. The position
Fertilizing, Seeding, Power raking, Tree
requires
shift work to include, at this time,
Seasoned firewood for sale, all Oak and
Pruning, Driveway Repair , Fine & Rough
working 12 hour shifts. Deputies are required Hickory with delivery. Call 769-7197
Grading, Lot Clearing, Trash Removal,
to work nights, weekends, holidays and are
Demolition, Drainage Problems, Install and
subject to emergency callouts and court
Repair Septic Systems, Top Soil, Fill Dirt,
appearances
at times on your days off. Other Critter Care Pet Sitting: We offer affordable
Pressure Washing, Painting, Staining. We
requirements
include:
Must be 21 years of age,
and professional care for your pet in the
transport auto’s, boats, farm machinery, mobile
possess a valid Virginia Operator’s License,
comfort of their home. We also offer walking
homes & misc. freight.
High School Graduate or Equivalent. You must
programs. Call: 804-339-7265
Call 445-1063 Licensed & Insured.
have No Felony Convictions, cannot have any
DOG
BOARDING:
Indoor, outdoor, private
S. A Dunbar Construction 804-402-5019.
serious Misdemeanor Convictions (nothing
ALL your Home Improvements and
Domestic related), be willing to submit to Drug runs, individual attention. Conveniently located
1/4 mile off 360 near Rt. 30. Reservation
Repairs! Decks and Handrails Custom Tile
and Alcohol Testing, and must be a U. S.
suggested.
Edgewood Farm 769-4838
Work Replacement Interior and
Citizen. The Applicant must submit to a
Exterior Doors Custom trim
Background Investigation which includes, but
Boarding, Twin Ponds Kennels, Indoor/
may not be limited to: Submission of
Outdoor runs, heated & air conditioned.
Auto Glass Installed: Bullzeye Glass,
Fingerprints for Criminal Records check by the Obedience Training & Gun Dog Training. Call
Windshield replacement, rock chip repair,
Virginia Central Criminal Records Exchange
Patty or Danny Waltman 769-3095 or
same day mobile service.
and FBI, Neighborhood Checks, Reference
370-8793 www.twinpondskennels.com
Direct billing for Insurance.
Checks, Financial Background Check,
Locally owned.
Previous Employer Interview and others as
Call 804-335-4807
required. Applications must be picked up at the
P.C. Lurry Home Painting & Repairs:
King William Sheriff’s Office, 351 Courthouse APARTMENT FOR RENT Aylett - Brick 2
Interior & Exterior. Gutters, Roofing, Siding,
Bedroom, large eat-in kitchen, washer-dryer,
Lane, Suite 160, King William, VA 23086,
Decks and other home repairs. Affordable
excellent location, From $755. per month.
an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Rates, Licensed & Insured.
“Rent Special” 769-0867
HOPE IN HOME CARE-GLOUCESTER
Call 804-769-2253 or cell
www.colonialsquareapartments.com
has position available for full time skilled LPN
804-994-3128
For Rent in the Central Garage Area–
for king William county. please mail resume
MALLORY ELECTRIC
Route 30: 2 bedrooms/1 bath, Central Heat &
to, HIHC,PO BOX 269,GLOUCESTER,VA
Residential and Commercial electrical service
Air. Available September 1st. $800.00
23061
and installations Also generator installations.
Deposit/ $800.00 a month. Call: 769-2341
King and Queen County seeks a full-time
Licensed and insured. BBB. Call 746-4350
Homes for Rent -Manquin-$800/Mo. $800
employee to assist with custodial and
for a free estimate or visit:
security Deposit-2 beds/1bath W. 2
maintenance
of
buildings
and
grounds,
mallory-electric.com
performing routine cleaning and over-all care Car Garage ~OR~ King William-$800/Mo. w.
LEE’S LAWN CARE PLUS- Top quality
$800 sec.dep.-3 beds/1bath BOTH--No Pets,
of the County Office Buildings. The primary
Yard Services: Mowing, trimming, leaf
No Smoking. $35/adult non-refundable
duties of this position are custodial.
removal, mulching, pruning, gutters, etc.
application fee for credit and background
Position requires manual work and a moderate
Senior and Competitor Price Discounts! Call
check. First months Rent & Security Deposit
level of skill in the use of equipment, to
804-512-1345 or 804-769-0358
due upfront. Call Ellen Otey,
include maintaining floors and carpets.
Twin
Rivers Realty, Inc. 804-241-4314
For
further
information
and
county
application
ALEXANDER PAINTING Interior, Exterior,
contact: Diane Gaber, King and Queen County
House for Rent on the Mattaponi River,
Deck Staining and Power Washing. Quality
Administrator’s Office at (804) 785-5975.
Good River Access. Walkerton Area, 3
Workmanship at a fair price. References
Deadline for submitting county application:
bedrooms, 2 baths, detached garage, all
available. Over 20 years Experience!
Friday, October 2, 2015 at 4:00 P.M.
appliances, No smokers, No inside pets, Private
Call Charles at: 804-814-2874
King and Queen County is an Equal
Location. $1,050/month. Plus 1
C. A. HARVEY FLOORS, LLC. Over 30
Opportunity Employer
month deposit. Available November 1st
years of experience in installing and repairing
For Details & Showings,
hardwood and laminate floors. We offer
Head Start Teacher: Parent Child
Call 804-380-2238
professional work at a reasonable price as well
Development Corporation is seeking qualified
as being licensed and insured.
individuals for teaching positions. Ten month
Call for a FREE estimate 804-399-1124.
positions with benefits are available.
HOMES FOR SALE: New Construction-327
SUNNY SIDE III Small Home Repairs,
Associates degree in Early Childhood
Dylan Drive-4 beds/3baths & 2 car garageInside and Out. Fixed up, Cleaned up and
Education required. PCDC is an equal
FOR SALE
DOG & CAT SERVICES
FOR RENT
REAL ESTATE & LAND
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Classifieds,
and get results!
Call: (804) 769-0259
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