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Rockwater Park 5K Sponsored by Powell Wellness Center (PWC), this race on June 4 at Rockwater Park in Culpeper is open to runners and walkers of all ages. Early bird registration through May 15 guarantees a race shirt. Proceeds from the race will help support Powell Wellness Center’s medical fitness scholarship program for low-income community members. Register online at https:// runsignup.com/Race/VA/Culpeper/Powell Wellness Center Rockwater5k; day of race registration is also available. Questions may be directed to Whitney Propps, wpropps@culpeperwellness.org or 540-445-5388.

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Cheesemaker desires mural Business owner working towards new historical mural seeks public’s help. ➜ Full story | Page 5

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Republican candidates for 7th Congressional District participated in a forum on May 18 in preparation for the Republican Party primary elections being held on June 21. From left to right: Derrick Anderson, Supervisor Crystal Vanuch, Supervisor Yesli Vega, Republican Party of Virginia Chairman Rich Anderson, Supervisor David Ross and Gina Ciarcia. The Republican Party of Virginia held a candidate’s forum on May 18 for Republican candidates in the 7th Congressional District at the Dorothy Hart Community Center in Fredericksburg. Candidates who attended included Supervisor Yesli Vega, Supervisor David Ross, Derrick Anderson, Supervisor Crystal Vanuch, and Gina Ciarcia. State Senator Bryce Reeves was unable to attend. Republican Party of Virginia Chairman Rich Anderson moderated the forum, asking each

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candidate a variety of questions on topics ranging from national security and foreign policy to border security and education. Each candidate was given an opportunity to make their case to voters about why they are the best candidate to represent Virginia in the 118th Congress. Whichever candidate voters select to be the Republican nominee, the Republican Party of Virginia is dedicated to working alongside them to unseat incumbent Democrat Abigail Spanberger in November. The Republican Party primary elections will be held on June 21.

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Christmas tree farm branches out The Mello family thrives at Oak Shade Farm in Rixeyville. Tucked away in bucolic Rixeyville lies a family flush with farm and home duties, but they wouldn’t have it any other way. While normally open to the public during the winter season to supply generations of families with trees for their holiday celebrations, Oak Shade Farm on Waterford Run Lane opened a store on its property in January to fill with their homemade bits and bobs from honey to wood bowls to dried mushrooms. For years, farm founder Jim Mello, 85, grew Shiitake mushrooms on the land by drilling holes into Oak logs, placing spores or spawn inside and sealing with wax. The farm has stacks and stacks of logs placed under tarps in order to force fruit - or force grow - the mushrooms before harvesting them to make some of their most desired products. However, growing and harvesting Shiitake mushrooms only scratches the surface of all that’s going on on Oak Shade Farm. Jim Mello, originally from Warren, Rhode Island, met his wife Sally Mello, 85, originally from Middletown, Connecticut, while the pair attended Brown University in Providence, Rhode Island. Jim Mello recalled seeing Sally for the first time in class when he saw her looking for a place to sit. He patted the chair next to him and invited her over, only for her to ignore the invitation and take a seat in the front row. It’d be a year later before they met officially. After marrying and having children, the Mellos found themselves living in Fairfax as Jim Mello, who earned his Ph.D. in paleontology, worked as the assistant director at the Smithsonian Museum of Natural History in Washington, D.C. After visiting central Virginia to hike on the weekends in the late 1970s, the Mellos fell in love with the tranquil atmosphere. “We just fell in love with the place,” Jim Mello said. “We couldn’t wait to get out here. She’d have the car packed on Friday night when I got home from work.” They bought a plot of woods in Rixeyville for ease of camping while hiking but soon found themselves visiting only to clear the land of trees. Once trees began to hit the ground, the Mellos found perhaps the biggest perk to their new adventure: a clear view of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Before they knew it, they were

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Daughter-in-law Ulrike “EK” Mayer-Mello looks over countless Shiitake mushrooms that have been harvested from the Oak logs on the farm. Mayer-Mello reaches for packaged dried mushrooms on the shelves of the farm’s shop. buying an adjacent plot of land - totaling their plot to 25 acres building a barn and taking gardening and grow classes at the local extension office. “We started gardening almost immediately,” Jim Mello said. “We started planting cover crops and food for ourselves.” The Mellos began growing vegetables to take to the Warrenton Farmers Market in 1986. “You can be small and profitable if you work hard,” she said.

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In 1985, they built a log cabin home in order to move there full time. In their older age, Jim and Sally Mello don’t quite make it up to the farmers market nowadays but are lucky some of their children have stayed close by to attend to some of the farm duties. Son Roger Mello and wife Ulrike “EK” Mayer-Mello live just beyond the tree line from the original log cabin. The couple built their home there a few years after marrying. When they’re not tending to the

shop or helping with other projects, the couple raise chickens and three Norwegian pygmy goats. One of Jim and Sally’s other sons, Craig Mello, won a Nobel Prize for Physiology or Medicine in 2006 for his work in the discovery of RNA interference. Between tending to bees and harvesting honey, weaving on his loom and more, Jim Mello decided his plate wasn’t full enough recently and ➤ See Mushroom, Page 6

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Business desires to establish historical mural Culpeper Cheese Company Owner hopes to bring more color downtown. In an attempt to remember one of Culpeper’s most vibrant Black residential areas, an area cheesemaker desires to memorialize its legacy on the side of his business. “As time has gone on, we’ve seen more of the recognition of what this area was to the community and how much it’s still there,” said Culpeper Cheese Company Owner Jeffery Mitchell. Adjacent to the Culpeper Municipal Building on South Main Street, Culpeper Cheese Company’s blank canvas is approximately 45’ by 26’. The white wall welcomes visitors to Culpeper’s vibrant downtown area via Route 29. “It’s just this big white elephant,” Mitchell said. The prospective mural will celebrate Sugar Bottom, a once vibrant neighborhood primarily near West Locust and South West streets in Culpeper where the Black community that lived there thrived. The neighborhood earned its name from a nearby spring where the water was said to taste sweet.

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Upon driving into downtown, motorists would be greeted by a colorful mural on the present white wall. “It’s a perfect canvas, blank canva to celebrate something like this,” said Culpeper Cheese Company Creative Director in Residence Pat Cornwall. Mitchell and Cornwall intend for the mural to feature the people who lived there, buildings that formerly stood and a Blue Ridge backdrop featuring farm animals, being nods to dairy and cheese making. The pair drew inspiration for the mural from the 2022 Jazz Fest Poster by Terrance Osborune featuring a portrait of Jon Batiste. Its vibrant

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colors and active scene made it an appealing composition to have against the backdrop of the more traditional looking historical murals throughout Culpeper. For the better part of nearly two years, Mitchell and Cornwall have dreamed of getting the project underway but have hit an all too familiar snag: finances. In order to get the ball rolling, a muralist must draw their prospective design, which costs a fee of upwards of $1,500. Once the plans are completed, Mitchell and Cornwall plan to apply for grants to help fund the actual mural and equipment needed to complete it like a lift. The shop is hoping to get some help from the public in helping commemorate another part of Culpeper’s history through artistic means. Earlier this month, Culpeper Renaissance, Inc., Windmore Foundation for the Arts and Culpeper downtown property and business owner, Brian Lam, partnered for another mural installation entitled

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The Trailblazers in the 200 block of East Davis Street. The mural features Culpeper’s first African American town councilman and owner and operator of Lightfoot’s Grocery Henry Lightfoot, Culpeper’s first African American physician Dr. Elijah Barbour, female owner and operator of Boxwood House Restaurant and Motel Ruby Beck, Culpeper’s first African American police officer Roscoe Ford, a Culpeper native and talented baseball player elected to the Baseball Hall of Fame in 2006 Joseph Preston “Pete” Hill, the first female police officer in the Town of Culpeper Ella Drumgoole and a single soldier from the United States Colored Troops, representing the approximately 120 African American men who left Culpeper to join the Union Army. A quote from late author and civil rights activist, James Baldwin is also adorned on the wall. “Not everything that is faced can be changed, but nothing can be changed until it is faced.” maria@culpepertimes.com

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Conservation district announces field day The Culpeper Soil and Water Conservation District is hosting an upcoming field day to highlight grazing management, fencing and water system design and infrastructure and explore conservation program opportunities. The evening field event will be held from 4-7 p.m. on June 16 at Lakota

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beef cattle herd in the country. With a rich family history in agriculture and livestock production, the Engh’s have long been recognized for the grass-fed beef produced by their Devon cattle and for the quality of the cattle themselves. Recently, Jeremy Engh was named Virginia’s 2022 Outstanding Forage

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sawmill they use to slice their own wood slabs. Mayer-Mello recalls pondering the prospect of opening shop while her business partner was all but putting together the first of what would become their next successful product venture. When the sawdust clears, though, across the way Sally Mello’s studio

becomes an oasis for art lovers. Specializing in painting and dabbling in hook rugs, she finds inspiration in the outdoors and animals. Her pieces can also be found in the shop alongside her jams, Jim’s honey, Mayer-Mello’s chicken eggs and more. Oak Shade Farm is open from 9-5 p.m. on Friday through Sunday. maria@culpepertimes.com

decided to tackle another venture. He and Mayer-Mello opened a woodworking business in one of the property’s buildings where they make Adirondack chairs, benches, bowls, cutting boards and more. With the help of Mayer-Mello’s husband, the pair even use an onsite

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Producer of the Year by the Virginia Forage and Grassland Council in January. This multi-generational farm specializes in grass-fed cattle and has participated in several conservation programs over the years to help achieve their goals.

Memorial Day Hours In observance of Memorial Day, all town offices will be closed May 30 and will reopen on May 31 at 8 a.m.

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When Dani Izzie found out she was pregnant with twins in late 2019, she did what many pregnant women do; shared her news on Facebook. But unlike most women, Izzie faced an uphill battle in light of her disability that would make her pregnancy both challenging and dangerous. Award-winning documentary director and friend Brad Allgood followed her pregnancy updates when he approached Izzie and her husband, Rudy, about making a documentary. “(I) learned that only five quadriplegic women in the world have living twins, so capturing Dani’s journey would be a one-in-a-billion opportunity,” Allgood said. At first, Izzie was reluctant. “(I wanted Allgood to) get it and show a glimpse of real-life and (my) authentic lifestyle.” she said. “Moms with disabilities are rarely seen.” She saw the documentary, entitled Dani’s Twins, as an opportunity to use the sensationalism of her story to help people rethink disabilities as more than a diagnosis. Filming began in February 2020, however, things took a turn in March when stay-at-home orders were passed down from federal and state governments due to the spread of COVID-19. Due to her high-risk pregnancy and a 30% lung capacity, Izzie took the pandemic very seriously. Initially, Izzie was crushed when the film project derailed, but both she and the documentary team were determined to tell her story. “We worked together to find a solution,” Allgood said. “The only option was for Dani to take the reins and film herself.” Equipped with cell phones, ring lights, microphones and a camera, the Izzies became filmmakers.

Sometimes when filming, Izzie would talk to the camera as if she were talking to her unborn babies. She shared, “on a personal level, beyond what this will do socially, I thought of my girls seeing this. I want them to see the strength and determination that Rudy and I have. I want them to see how to be brave.” She was so dedicated to documenting the process, when her water broke at her home in Madison, she filmed herself in labor on the way to UVA Hospital in Charlottesville. “(The project) was very difficult physically, emotionally and mentally,” she recalled. Her hands were not steady, and she experienced frequent lightheadedness. In addition, blackouts lead her to lie down most of the time. Despite the physical challenges, she impressed herself. “was really proud of her body. It was empowering to create a baby in a body that’s kind of broken.” “Insofar as my disability intersects with my role as a parent, I feel capable

and complete,” Izzie said. “The love and joy in this experience is nourishing and limitless.” The documentary premiered at the Mountainfilm Festival in Telluride, CO, on May 26, and will be followed by a virtual festival, on May 31-June 7. Tickets can be purchased at https://

mountainfilm.eventive.org/welcome. “My hope is that the film will resonate within the disability community, encourage those who have been doubted, or self-doubted and contribute to the larger push to normalize disability and dismantle barriers.”

Wellspring welcomes Spanish-speaking practitioner Dr. Juan Carlo MunozGonzales previously worked with Wellspring in 2017. In an effort to better serve Culpeper’s growing Spanish-speaking population, Wellspring Health Services welcomed back Internal Medicine practitioner Dr. Juan Carlo Munoz-Gonzales this past fall.

“Dr. Munoz has been welcomed back to Wellspring and the community with open arms,” said Wellspring CEO Dr. Khalid Athar. “Many of his previous patients have started coming back to see him.” Munoz-Gonzales is from Puerto Rico and earned his degrees from National Autonomous University of Mexico Guadalajara, Mexico and Ponce School of Medicine in Puerto Rico. He previously worked with Wellspring from 2017 through 2018 before

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moving to a practice in Fredericksburg to practice Colonial Internal Medicine. “Having a doctor that can speak a patient's native language removes barriers to quality healthcare,” Athar continued. “I believe that it also provides a sense of comfort. As for Munoz-Gonzales’s priorities, they lie in continuing to care for the community through his expertise. “I want to continue integrating evidence-based medicine with compassion and empathy to our community.”

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Cody Long sits in his studio where he works with glass. He teaches students the skills needed to create such objects like marbles and pendants.

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While molding dangerous hot glass may seem like a thrill out of reach for most, artist Cody Long wants to shatter the hurdles in place to bring students into the creative world of glassblowing. “People have been asking me for years to do (classes),” he said. “But I wanted to make a few projects that really anybody can make.” Owner of Wanderlust Gifts, Long previously operated out of a storefront in Culpeper, but closed during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic to focus on his studio when juggling the two along with family life became too much to balance. With his new found freedom, Long recently elected to open his studio to people interested in expanding their creative horizons. “I’ve done classes before but a few months ago was when I really started to market it,” he said.

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Students learn the basics and leave class with a few mementos to remember the experience. “You can come in your first time and have no artistic experience and you can make a pretty good pendant or marble.” For ease of learning, Long prefers to teach classes one-on-one. “There’s a lot of things that go into it where it’s easier to pay attention and actually absorb what you’re learning if it’s one-on-one.” For those who are already familiar with glassblowing, Long offers lessons in new techniques. Long has a decade of experience in glass, adding the first time he put glass into the fire it ignited a passion.

“I always wanted to be an artist,” he said. “It’s probably the first thing I ever remember wanting to be other than an astronaut, but I’m still working on that.” “I’ve put in a lot of hard work, and through many ups and downs, cuts and burns, I’ve found myself living my dream all of which would not have been possible without the support of my family, a close group of friends and this amazing community I call home,” Long said. One of the most rewarding and biggest parts of Long’s job, however, comes from working with families who want to solidify the memory of their deceased loved one in glass. “It’s not something I really imagined myself doing but it's a much

more gratifying and fulfilling type of product to make. Branded as Memoriam Glassworks, Long incorporated ashes into his custom made pieces including a recent endeavor that included making a cherry tree to celebrate a man who found joy in climbing them in his youth. Long also makes a lot of different glasses like tasting flutes for brides and grooms for weddings. maria@culpepertimes.com

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s a result of higher natural gas prices, Old Dominion Electric Cooperative (ODEC) has implemented a rate increase to cover the higher generation costs resulting primarily from those natural gas price increases. Along with 10 other electric cooperatives in Virginia Delaware and Maryland, REC is a partial owner of ODEC. “In recent years we have not seen any mid-year rate change by ODEC, but greater volatility in the markets and the higher costs for natural gas used to generate electricity have necessitated this rate increase,” said Brian Doherty, Managing Director — External Affairs at REC. “Similar costs are being faced

by other utilities in the mid-Atlantic and other regions of the country – this is not unique to us here in Virginia.” The high winter demand for natural gas coupled with cold temperatures (particularly in January) impacted the price of natural gas, and signifi cant volatility on some days drove short-term prices even higher. Russia’s invasion of Ukraine and other global economic factors further exacerbate price increases and volatility. “REC works year-round to keep expenses as low as possible,” Doherty said, “and we want to be as transparent as possible about these increasing costs.”

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Appleton Campbell gets top industry honor The business won for the eighth year in a row. From contributed reports Local business Appleton Campbell is a recipient of the prestigious President’s Award from Carrier for the eighth year in a row. This award recognizes outstanding dealers in the heating, ventilating and air conditioning (HVAC) industry. One of Carrier's highest honors for its dealers, The President’s Award is given to Carrier Factory Authorized Dealers who achieve excellence in product promotions and deliver superior customer satisfaction. Appleton Campbell is one of the seven recipients of the award in Virginia. Recipients of this award demonstrate the very best in operational excellence, business effectiveness and the delivery of cutting-edge technology and service to its customers. “Appleton Campbell demonstrates technical expertise, while also serving as a leader in promoting the Carrier brand and raising the standard of equipment sales. This company exemplifies service excellence and provides exceptional customer care,” the

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Culpeper Times wins editorial, advertising state awards Times staff recognized for work in 2021 Culpeper Times won multiple Virginia Press Association awards for both editorial and advertising work completed in 2021. Culpeper Times Publisher/Sales Director Thomas Spargur, Creative Services Director Jay Ford, Sales Executive Audra Dickey, Paginator Chris Six and former Culpeper Times Editor Josh Gully placed first place for Slick Publications for Culpeper Chamber Magazine. Spargur, Ford, Dickey and Gully also won first in Special Sections for Soap Box Derby. In second place, Spargur, Ford and Dickey along with Culpeper Times Editor Maria Basileo, featured writer Jeffery Mitchell and freelance photographer Tim Hickling won second place in Slick Publications for FACES of Culpeper. Among editorial, Basileo received ➤ Honor, from Page 10 ient amplifies the impact that these businesses have made on the industry. They are a model for other Carrier dealers to follow.”

second place for her News Writing Portfolio, primarily for her coverage of the Culpeper Police Department's Co-Responder Program. Hickling also won third place in General News Photo for a photo of former Town Councilman Jon Russell on Election Night. Culpeper Times's parent company

InsideNoVa received 31 overall awards in the VPA’s annual competition, including 11 first-place prizes. One of InsideNoVa’s sister publications, the Rappahannock News, won

The President’s Award is designed to encourage Carrier dealers to objectively review their businesses and to reward dealers who have excelled in customer satisfaction. This award presents the opportunity for recipi-

ents to serve as role models, share best practices and offer peer mentoring to help cultivate excellence across Carrier’s independent dealer network. Carrier is part of Carrier Global Corp., the leading global provider of

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Technical Center moves to solar energy Josh Moody had the opportunity to take his classroom learning to another level this year, quite literally Motorists driving past the Culpeper Technical Education Center (CTEC) recently may have noticed the roof has taken on a new look this spring. Over 1,200 solar panels have been added to the building thanks to a Culpeper County High School (CCHS) CTEC student who had a hands-on role in the project. During the fall semester, senior Josh Moody completed the CTEC Electrical I course that included OSHA 10 certification, which made him eligible to interview for an internship position with Affordable Energy Concepts (AEC). AEC offered Moody the opportunity to be a part of the CTEC solar team. “I was just hoping it would help me create a nice looking resume to help get a job, but it just turned out perfect,” Moody said about signing up for the class. “I am not a school person, I am a hands-on person, so this has been perfect for me.” Moody estimates that he has put about 80 hours into the project since he began in December. “While the CTEC Electrical course did not address photovoltaic energy specifically, the basic concepts of electrical gave Josh the foundation that he needed to be a part of the solar project,” CTEC Principal Shaun Summerscales explained. The CTEC solar project, which started in December 2021, includes 1,218 solar panels that essentially fill the entire CTEC roof. In addition, a ground mounted solar array serves as an interactive educational classroom component for CTEC students. “The addition of the solar panels will allow CCPS to showcase green energy to students of all ages,” Summerscales said. “The ground-mounted unit will allow students to see solar panels up close.” The CTEC system is unique because the technology allows CCPS to monitor each individual solar panel

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A bird’s eye view of the solar panel project. and its energy production. The overall project size is 548.1 kW (kiloWatts), utilizing 450 watt solar panels, explained AEC Project Manager Zach Campbell. The system is estimated to produce around 650,000 - 760,000 kiloWatt hours or 650-760 megaWatt hours annually.” Based on these estimates, the building will generate more power than it will consume. Any additional energy produced will be credited back to Culpeper County Public Schools against its energy usage. Within the next month, CCPS plans to hold a “Power On” ceremony to celebrate the completion of the CTEC solar Project. AEC extended Moody a job offer for future employment following his

graduation from Culpeper County High School following graduation this month. next week. On May 12, he signed a letter of intent to work for

AEC and begin as an Electrical Apprentice. Through this work, he plans to pursue a Journeyman Electrician License.

CCPS purging old student records If you or your child graduated from Culpeper County High School or Eastern View High School in June 2017, please contact your respective guidance department no later than June 15 if you wish to have your student file.

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This is for students who earned their high school diploma only, not for students who withdrew from Culpeper Schools. Deadline to request records is June 15.

Lake Pelham Adventures reopens Lake Pelham Adventures located at the Ole Country Store & Bakery, off Route 29 in Culpeper reopened at 7 a.m. on May 21.

Spring and summer operating hours for the LPA will be Monday through Saturday from 7 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. and Sunday from 10-7 p.m.

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Father’s Day weekend events held locally Now is the time to kick off summer by enjoying live music, carnivals, festivals, battlefield tours and more. Below is a listing of family-friendly activities for Father’s Day weekend in Culpeper. To view and sort events by date, visit: VisitCulpeperVA.com/events. Father’s Day Weekend Events: Summer Concert Series at Verdun Adventure Bound on June 18 will host Fork in the Road, a Virginia band that performs country and classic rock covers and originals as well as performers from the Allegro

Community School of the Arts. Father’s Day Weekend Celebrations at Revelations Vineyard from June 18-19 will host the father and son duo behind Iron Pipe Alewerks while dads some of the vineyard's finest drinks. Father’s Day BBQ at Death Ridge Brewery on June 19 will host BBQ, Bluegrass, and Brews. The BBQ Rescue will be on site serving up dad's favorites as he kicks back with a cold brew and a cigar for Bob Cook and Friends Bluegrass hitting the stage at 1:30 p.m. Father’s Day at Mountain Run Winery on June 19 will host families looking for a place to take the family and relax outside for the weekend to enjoy music, food, playground and wines and ciders. Father’s Day at Old House Vineyards on June 19 will let families enjoy spending more time together by letting their team do the cooking.

Castleton hosting inaugural summer camp Castleton is presenting its first Children's Summer Camp for Pre-K to 1st-Graders in July, in collaboration with Synetic Theater, Arlington, and world percussion and sound artist Tom Teasley. The camp will be held from 9-3 p.m. on July 25-29. Children bring their own lunch.

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Looking Forward, and Back, at Middle St. Gallery “New Horizons” will look forward to life at their new gallery. BY

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In its final exhibition at the place where it was born four decades ago, the Middle Street Gallery in Washington will present a combined show of its member-artists from May 21 through June 19. There will be a reception for the public from 3-5 p.m. on June 4. In the show, “New Horizons,” the 19 members of the non-profit arts cooperative will look forward to life at their new gallery, located nearby. And some of the art will recall earlier times at the gallery and in Rappahannock County. Cathy Suiter’s painting of the local Blue Ridge Mountains has dark shadows in the foreground, but a stunning sunny-day view of autumn trees and mountains in the distance. “When the day is overcast and foggy, it’s difficult to see our horizon,” she said. “But I see the horizon for Middle Street Gallery as clear and focused, just like a Blue Ridge autumn day.” Similarly, Thomas Spande’s watercolor of the Hazel River, also in autumn, combines views of the bright and cheerful flow of water over dark and somewhat ominous rocks. Paulo Neuhaus will show his iPhone photographs, including Rappahannock County Moonrise, for which he quotes the late comedian George Carlin, “There are nights when the wolves are silent and only the moon howls.” Phyllis Northup presents a watercolor of a delicately beautiful wild Trillium discovered on a misty spring morning along the Stony Man Trail in Shenandoah National Park. “There are many ways to find new

Town of Culpeper builds up tourism, economic development The Town of Culpeper’s Economic Development and Tourism Office announced on May 17 the addition of Tori Buell and Nicole Warner to its team. Buell, who will work as the Business Development and Program Manager, is a graduate from Virginia Tech with a degree in Communications. She has over eight years of experience in digital marketing, communications, production and business development in the non-profit and private industry

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horizons,” she said. “We celebrate (the) changing of the seasons, and seek out the first blooms of spring.” Ray Boc’s infrared photographs feature changes in our weather, with one showing the ominous threat of rain on a local farm’s horizon and the other the glorious aftermath of a storm. Digital media artist Jim Serbent offers a large “digital collage incorporating original fractal imagery and video feedback,” realized as a photographic print, calling it “a fitting composition for our gallery’s transition to its new life in its new space.” Anita Amrhein offers two vividly colored paintings of women surrounded by mysterious and mythical figures. One of the paintings asks, “Who should have a say about women’s lives?” and the other, “Has the pandemic receded enough to safely welcome visitors to our homes again?”

Later this summer Middle Street Gallery, which is keeping its venerable name, will move a few blocks away to Jett St., between Main St. and Gay St., with an entrance on Main. The gallery, www.middlestreetgallery.org and (540) 675-1313, is open Fri., Sat., and Sun. from 11-5 p.m.

sectors. Warner, who will work as Communications and Marketing Manager, brings with her over ten years of professional public relations, marketing and communication experience in the tourism and hospitality industry. Nicole holds a bachelor’s degree in Tourism and Event Management from George Mason University and is currently an active member of the Mid-Atlantic Tourism Public Relations Alliance (MATPRA). “We are excited to have Tori and Nicole join the team, their collective experience, knowledge and skills will allow us to increase our efforts showcasing Culpeper as an ideal place to live, visit and build a business,” said Director of Economic Development

and Tourism for the Town of Culpeper Paige Read. “Focusing on tourism and development as local businesses continue to recover from the pandemic, these roles will be vital in boosting economic growth and visitation for Culpeper in years to come.” The newly created Business Development and Program Manager & Communications and Marketing Manager positions align with the goals of expanding the Town’s tourism and economic development long-term sustainability programs, community character and economic viability. For more information on the Town of Culpeper and Visit Culpeper, VA, go online to www.culpeperva.gov/ or visitculpeperva.com/.

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

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a Chaplain at Liberty University and would eventually like to become an Culpeper, VA 22701 LAUREL HORN has beenenjoys namedplaying Air ForceVAN Chaplain. Roland the guitar, ﬁshing, hunting, and COMMUNITY BANK OF THE info@therealestatestoreva.com stage manager forBaptist StageWorks' attending Effort Church in Palmyra. He also volunteers with Legacy CHESAPEAKE is pleased to welcome www.therealestatestoreva.com Hospice enjoys with seniors. Roland is pictured during an upcomingand show calledworking The Emerald Sam Kessler as Vice President, Real Estates outside visitretired with resident, Mary McBride. Heist. Laurel from teaching Commercial Loan Officer. In this role, English at Rappahannock County High he will focus on generating business Kona Ice of Culpeper, Locust Grove & School in 2010, and was fortunate lending opportunities while building 18th Annual Golf Classic Warrenton to find StageWorks and follow one banking relationships. Sam will serve Friday August 21st 8am Registration Maria Lischak of her dreams which was working in Orange, VA and the surrounding Country Club of Culpeper 132 Harrison Circle the theater. She has happily worked markets, including Spotsylvania, 100 Country Club Road, Young Professionals Luncheon Locust Grove, VA 22508 behind the scenes for two of their Young Professionals Culpeper, Charlottesville and more. Culpeper, VA 22701 FredNats Wednesday, June 1 at noon culpeper@kona-ice.com most recent productions, Salt & Family Social Piedmont Food & Beverage Pepper andSteakhouse Southern Fried Funeral. Saturday June 12 110 East Cameron Street, Through StageWorks, she has met 12:30 pm Culpeper, VA and worked with a group of incredibly 42 Jackie Robinson Way, knowledgeable directors and actors. Fredericksburg, VA Ribbon Cuttings

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Rappahannock-Rapidan Community Save the Dates Services and a Board Member of Piedmont CRUSH were invited to Culpeper County Appreciation & the White House for the launch of Valor Awards the Office of National Drug Control Thursday, July 14, pm Policy’s (ONDCP) new6-9 Rural Community Salem Volunteer Fire Hall Resource Guide, on January 31st, 2020. 13428 Scotts Mill Road, Culpeper, The ONDCP works to reduce drug VA use and its consequences by leading and coordinating development, Chamber Golf the Classic implementation, assessment of Friday, August and 26, 8 am U.S. drug policy. The action guide is Country Club of Culpeper one of Country several tools that was created 2100 Club Road, Culpeper,for VArural leaders who specifically are facing drug addiction in their Meeting &were: Awards 108th Annual communities. In attendance Jim BanquetPiedmont CRUSH Board LaGraffe, Thursday,Sean November 3, 5:30-9 Members Polster, Town of pm 18121 Technology Drive, Culpeper, Warrenton, and Crystal Hale, Orange VA County Director of Social Services.

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If you live in Culpeper, you may wonder about that name. If you are a newcomer, you may want to spell it with two “p’s” as in Culpepper. But no, it’s one “p” because Lord Culpeper of England spelled it that way, and you know how fussy the British are. Culpeper’s story centers on Thomas Culpeper, second Baron of Thoresway in the 1600s. King Charles II gave Thomas’ father and six other loyal followers over five million acres of land in Virginia. It was located between the Potomac and Rappahannock rivers, an area called the Northern Neck. This was in 1649, the same year the King went into exile. Parliament, however, sold the King’s Northern Neck land grant much to the dismay of his loyal followers. When King Charles II regained his throne in 1660, the political maneuvering began to regain what had been lost. Sir Thomas Culpeper ended up with an annual salary of 600 pounds and the promise of the governorship of Virginia, as soon as it became available. It became available in July of 1677. Sir Thomas, however, was in no hurry to govern. He stayed in England for three years, and allowed Sir Henry Chicheley to act as governor. Finally, in May of 1680, he sailed to Virginia at the King’s command and stayed until August. His assignment was to impose taxes on the colonists as well as restrictions on their governing bodies. He left Chicheley, as the Lieutenant Governor, to face the consequences. Rioting began and threatened to spread. Safely back in England, Culpeper worked diligently to regain control of the five million acres in Virginia called the Northern Neck, which had slipped away almost thirty years ago. His Majesty, however, was more concerned with the colonial rioting and ordered Culpeper to go immediately to Virginia to deal with it. Culpeper obeyed in his own way and time. Once accomplished to his satisfaction, he headed home, but it cost him the governorship. He had left his post without getting royal permission. His final years included more speculation in colonial lands. He petitioned James II, the new king, to renew his Northern Neck land grant, which included what is now Culpeper County. The petition was granted. ➤ See Name, Page 19

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WHAT’S HAPPENING THE CULPEPER FOOD CLOSET NEED OF THE WEEK

This week the Culpeper Food Closet is in need of heat and eat meals like canned pasta, beef stew and Compleat meals, fruit juices, toilet paper and bar soap. The Food Closet provides food and personal care items for Culpeper families, individuals, and seniors in need of assistance. Website: ststephensculpeper. net | (540) 825-1177 | Email: culpeperfoodcloset@gmail. com. STRAWBERRY FESTIVAL COMING IN SPRING

Messick’s Farm Market at 6025 Catlett Road, Bealeton will host a Strawberry Festival from 10-5 p.m. on May 29 and 30. The festival will host strawberry picking, barrel train rides, hayrides, bounce pillow, kids tattoos, candy drop, goats and more. Admission is $12 per person, $6 per seniors and children under 3-yearsold are free. REPUBLICAN CANDIDATE HOLDS MEET, GREET

A meet and greet with Gina Ciarcia, a candidate for the U.S. House to represent Virginia's 7th Congressional District, will be held from 6-8 p.m. on May 27 at G.O.P Headquarters at 402 S. Main Street, Culpeper. The event is hosted by the Culpeper County Republican Committee. REGISTRATION OPEN FOR SWIM LESSONS

Registration is currently open for children's group swim lessons at Powell Wellness Center's indoor warm-water pool in Culpeper. Three sessions are available in June and July. Classes include Parent & Child (ages 6 months-3 years), Preschool Aquatics (ages 3-5), and Learn to Swim (ages 6-13 years). Classes focus on developing or strengthening aquatics skills and promoting water safety awareness. For a complete schedule and registration form, please visit https:// powellwellnesscenter.org/registerfor-swim-lessons/, stop by PWC at 1005 Golf Drive in Culpeper, or

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contact PWC aquatics manager Stacey Aucoin at 540-445-5383 or saucoin@culpeperwellness.org ROCKWATER PARK 5K

Sponsored by Powell Wellness Center (PWC), this race on June 4 at Rockwater Park in Culpeper is open to runners and walkers of all ages. Early bird registration through May 15 guarantees a race shirt. Proceeds from the race will help support Powell Wellness Center's medical fitness scholarship program for low-income community members. Register online at https://runsignup. com/Race/VA/Culpeper/Powell Wellness Center Rockwater5k; day of race registration is also available. Questions may be directed to Whitney Propps, wpropps@ culpeperwellness.org or 540-4455388. CULPEPERFEST RETURNS ON JUNE 10

CulpeperFest returns to Eastern View High School’s Cyclone stadium from 4 to 8 p.m. on June 10. Claim your free ticket in advance at www. culpeperfest.com. Tickets will be $5 at the door. For more information go to culpeperfest.com. BREAKFAST WITH 7TH DISTRICT CANDIDATES

The Culpeper County Republican Committee is sponsoring a breakfast with 7th Congressional District candidates from 8-10 a.m. on June 11 at Pepper's Grill, 791 Madison Road, Culpeper. Meet and greet the candidates before the June 21 primary. The $12 admission includes breakfast buffet, coffee and beverages. POWELL HOSTING FREE DIABETES PROGRAM (DSMP)

This free Diabetes SelfManagement Workshop will be held from 1-3:30 p.m. on Thursdays from June 23 through July 28. It is a small workshop designed for persons, and caregivers of persons with diabetes or pre-diabetes. This evidencebased self-management workshop was coordinated by Rappahannock Rapidan Community Services (RRCS).For more information

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Sir Thomas Culpeper ended his earthly life in January of 1689. The Northern Neck properties ended up in the hands of the Fairfax family, who were Culpeper descendants. We’ll deal with that in the next column. Stay tuned. For more detailed information: www.encyclopedia-virginia.org/

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Last week I attended the wedding of my niece in Brooklyn, New York. My newly married niece is more like a daughter to me. I was gratified to learn that her now husband is an avid reader. He has quite a nice book collection in his apartment especially considering the size of Brooklyn brownstone apartments. I was very pleasantly surprised to see the items they created for the wedding reception. One is a combination seating card/wedding guest giveaway at the

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reception that is a bookmark with the name and table number for each guest with the bride and grooms names and wedding date at the top. The other item is the table number on each of the nine tables in the reception hall. There was a plaque with an open book picture that stated the Chapters of our life. Each of the nine chapters had a bit of history about the bride and groom from birth to the present written on them. The chapter numbers were the table numbers. I have been

a librarian since the bride and I met when she was a young child. I would like to think I at least partly inspired their choice of wedding give away and table numbering system but realistically it was probably the groom and brides love of books. This brings me to the Culpeper County Library’s upcoming summer reading program. I believe a love of reading developed in childhood will carry on into adulthood like the bride and groom above. The Library

summer reading program will begin on June 1 and run until July 30. There will be activities for children, teens and adults. Stop by the Library or visit the Library Homepage for details. Gregg Grunow Gregg Grunow is the Director of the Culpeper County Library.

Bingo funds support community BY

Culpeper Mid-Day Lions and Culpeper 92 Lions Clubs work jointly on a number of projects. The primary fund raising project for both clubs is Bingo. We hold Bingo every Sunday night, except Easter and Super Bowl Sunday at Brandy Station Volunteer Fire Department located at 19601 Church Street in Brandy Station. The doors open at 4:30 and early birds begin at 6:30.

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There are three progressives and a $1000 Jackpot coverall game at the end. We also sell a large variety of pull tab games. The Virginia Gaming Commission requires us to donate 10% of the gross receipts from bingo to charity. The funds from bingo allow us to give scholarships to graduating seniors and purchase eyeglasses and exams and hearing aids for Culpeper County

residents who meet the qualifications. The two clubs support many of the Culpeper County 501c3 organizations. We offer financial support to SAFE, CARS, Literacy Council, Food Closet, Winter Heat Shelter, Soap Box Derby, Antioch School Supplies, Senior Center and Team Jordan to name a few. We’d love to have you join us for bingo any Sunday night. Bring a group of friends and support your local

Lions Clubs. Bring your own food and beverage and lucky charms.. Hope to see you there. Lynn Garver Lynn Garver is the Secretary of the MidDay Lions Club

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“In America evil will not win, I promise you. Hate will not prevail, and white supremacy will not have the last word..” - President Joseph R. Biden. There are a couple of things that the President and I can agree on: • That we are still in a battle for the soul of America. • That white supremacy is in fact, a domestic terrorism that mustn’t be swept under the rug,. but courageously confronted. There the President and I diverge, however, is on the premise that the problem itself lies only with an aberrant and misguided few; I’m not willing to dismiss this particular cancer to the fringes of our society or to those who peddle the rhetoric for profit and political gain. No, this is U.S. (pun intended) and the fissures along racial lines are much deeper and broader; as a matter of fact, they just might be inextricably tied to the

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very identity of America Itself. Without the stained legacy of slavery, racism, and white supremacy, America wouldn’t be who She is. Without the 244 years of free labor whether it be infrastructure building, crop harvesting, and/or child rearing; not to mention the subsequent years of Jim Crow legislation, political disenfranchisement, educational denial, and economic exploitation and theft. People are where they are today (at least in part,) because of the legacy they’ve inherited and continue to stand on. To act as if we are totally divorced from and inoculated from both the benefits and trauma of the past is naive at best. Even more so, to act as if 50-60 years of legislation, an African-American President, and a begrudging apology without concrete recompense clears the slate is even worse. One could go on and on about the past however that wouldn’t solve anything. Talking about the past brings forth accusations of critical

race theory (it might even exacerbate the situation). The bigger question is who are We (the People,) to become? I’m listening to our words, our current discourse to get some sense of our direction. One says “the KKK is a terrorist organization,” another says “so is BLM…” One says “white supremacy is a virus from which we must be cured,” another “have you never heard of black supremacy, you’re a bigot…” One says, “systematic racism must be identified and uprooted,” while others will say “give me one example of racism today, that is in the past (get over it.)” One says “America still has a way to go in terms of race relations,” and yet others “they are anti-American and if they don’t like it they should fo back to their own country…” We say that this is not who we are, so who are we then? White Supremacy will not have the last word? Why then is it the only voice speaking? What will it take for

U.S. to truly get the message, will we have to lose this democracy that we love so dear? Now more than ever, we must drown out the voices of hate and bigotry or I’m afraid that none of U.S. will be doing much talking any longer. “An empire toppled by its enemies can rise again, but one which crumbles from within - that’s dead forever,” or said simpler in the words of Hall of Famer Terry Bradshaw, “all great empires die from within.” If we don’t get it together my fellow Americans, we are going to tear ourselves apart. Let’s watch what we say and how we say it; as what is said is not only an indicator of what’s in the heart but an informer of one’s intentions and actions to come. Dr. Uzziah Harris Dr. Uzziah Anthony Harris is the President of NAACP Culpeper Chapter.

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10 Year Anniversary Sale! Thanks to all who came out for our grill demonstration and to help us celebrate our 10 Year Anniversary! RED HOT BUYS VALID MAY 1–31 SALE

2699

each

John Deere Shovels

‑2 $

SALE

8.99

WITH ACE REWARDS CARD*

8.99

19.99

each

BioAdvanced® 10 Lb. 24 hour Grub Killer Plus, 11.5 Lb. complete insect Killer or 12 Lb. Season‑Long Grub control

7114176, 7435290, 7215197 Limit 2 each at this price.

1699

Spectracide® triazicide® Lawn insect Killer 10 Lb. Granules, 40 Oz. concentrate or 32 Oz. Ready‑to‑Spray

$ 99 each

Miracle‑Gro® Garden Soil or Whitney Farms® Organic Raised Bed Mix, 1.5 Cu. Ft.

with AcE ‑$3 REwARdS cARd*

SALE

$ 99 each

WITH ACE CARD* ‑$1 REWARDS

4.99

$ 99 each

with AcE cARd* ‑$2 REwARdS

SALE

7005568, 7005571 Rake or Shovels with Fiberglass Handles, 7005575, 7005567, 7005570...SALE $29.99 each

7099104, 7664741, 7099096 Limit 2 each at this price.

BUY OnE

GEt one

Scotts® Nature Scapes® Color Enhanced Mulch, 2 Cu. Ft.

7438286, 7438336, 7505977 Limit 60 each at this price.

Assorted colors. 7394695, 7394703, 7394711 Limit 60 each at this price.

AcE REwARdS cARd* ‑$3 with

SALE

‑3

15.99

14.99

SALE

WITH ACE REWARDS CARD*

20.99

1199

1299

Assorted varieties. 8039235, 8039233, 8039231, 8039228, 8039230, 8039222

1799

Ortho® home defense® insect Killer for indoor & Perimeter, 1.1 Gal.

MiX & MAtch

Ace® 2 Gal. home & Garden Sprayer

7437668 Limit 2 at this price. 4 Gal. Pro Backpack Sprayer, 7006696...SALE $84.99 ‑$10 With Ace Rewards Card,* You Pay $74.99. Limit 2 at this price.

7508088 Limit 2 at this price.

Miracle‑Gro® Moisture Control® Potting Mix, 2 Cu. Ft.

Songbird Selections® Bird Food, 5 Lb.

with AcE cARd* ‑$3 REwARdS

SALE

7301609 Limit 60 at this price.

SALE

Ace® wild Bird Food, 20 Lb.

4499

$ 64.99

‑$5

WITH ACE REWARDS CARD*

5999

with AcE cARd* ‑$3 REwARdS

SALE

5.99

SALE

11.99

$ 99 each

7630544 100', 7630759...SALE $79.99

7331739 Limit 2 at this price.

81995 $ 10.00 each.

Flexzilla® 50' Hybrid Polymer Garden Hose

Ace® 6 Cu. Ft. Poly Wheelbarrow

‑ 20

119.99

terro® Multi‑Surface Liquid Ant Bait 4/Pk. or Liquid Ant Bait 6/Pk.

Ortho® weedclear® Lawn weed Killer 32 Oz. Ready‑to‑Spray, 32 Oz. concentrate or Gal. Ready‑to‑Use

7105786, 7627474 Limit 2 each at this price.

save energy with LED bulbs

with AcE REwARdS cARd*

7004814, 7004811, 7004808 Limit 2 each at this price.

9999

each

dEwALt® 20 Volt MAX Lithium‑ion Power tools

74900

29900

WITH AcE REWARdS cARd *

Feit Electric Enhance dimmable LEd Globe Bulb 3/Pk. ALE EGO™ SPOWER+ 40 or 56 60 wattVolt equivalent, Daylight or Soft White. Last up to 13 years. 3911914, 3911906, 3911369, 3912086, Blower & Trimmer Combo Kit 3912144, 3912011, 3911948, 3911963, 3914363, $ 99 3914686, 3914744

EGO POWER+ 56 Volt Select Cut Touch Drive™ Self‑Propelled Mower

• 15” string trimmer has each LED Reflector Bulb 4/Pk., 3929395, 3929403...SALE $14.99 each rapid reload head • 530 cfm handheld blower • Includes 2.5 amp lithium‑ion battery and charger 7007093

• Includes 7.5 amp lithium‑ion battery with rapid charger • Up to 60‑minute run time 7006686 Self‑Propelled Mower, 7804826...$649

INSTANTLY

on Raid® Insect Killers

*See page 8 for Ace Rewards Instant Savings details.

aP1

1499

7204191 Limit 2 at this price. 100', 7204217...SALE $32.99 ‑$10 With Ace Rewards Card,* You Pay $22.99. Limit 2 at this price.

34.99

with Ace ‑$5 RewARds cARd*

2999

sALe

169.99

70725, 70726, 7198088, 7199326, 75255 Limit 2 each.

sALe

69.99

5999

Productivity like you've never seen before

Roundup® extended control weed & Grass Killer Plus weed Preventer, 1.1 Gal.

7330210 Limit 2 at this price. Weed & Grass Killer Concentrate Plus, 36.8 Oz., 74142...SALE $25.99 ‑$4 With Ace Rewards Card,* You Pay $21.99. Limit 2 at this price.

Holds up to 225' of hose. 7794290 Hose and nozzle not included. Limit 2 at this price.

2220501ML, 001, Versions: FN,NR,NW

12900

Feit Electric classic Glass design LEd Bulbs

SALE

$ 99 each

dEwALt® 20 Volt MAX‡‡ POwERStAcK™ compact Battery

with Ace cARd* ‑$3 RewARds

2999

7509938 Limit 1 at this price.

Covers 5000 sq. ft. 7796030 Not available in Oregon. Limit 2 at this price.

32.99

134 Gal. Resin wicker deck Box

scotts® Foundation soil improver

Ace RewARds cARd* ‑$10 with

with Ace cARd* ‑$20 RewARds

14999

suncast® smart trak® hose hideaway®

bP1

2220501ML, 005, Versions: Ca,

Ace® 50' All‑season Garden hose

*See page 8 for Ace Rewards Instant Savings details.

May Month Long

81121

SAVE $

• Compact Drill/Driver • Reciprocating Saw (bare tool) • Circular Saw (bare tool) • Battery Pack 2/Pk. • Jobsite Bluetooth Speaker • Impact Driver 2493427, 2393114, 2393122, 2402733, ™ 2862993, 2023058 Limit 4 each at this price.™

19.99

Ace® Black Oil Sunflower Seed, 20 Lb.

with Ace ‑$5 RewARds cARd*

sALe

1999

with AcE cARd* ‑$4 REwARdS

$ 99 each

May Month Long $

SALE

Weed & Grass Killer Concentrate Plus, 36.8 Oz., 74142...SALE $25.99 ‑$4 With Ace Rewards Card,* You Pay $21.99. Limit 2 at this price.

A19 or A21, assorted wattages and styles. 3933272, 3929775, 3929742, 3934189, 3895018, 3895059, 3933165, 3933264

2003861 ‡‡

Maximum initial battery voltage (measured without a workload) is 20 volts. Nominal voltage is 18.

SALE

24.99

with AcE ‑$5 REwARdS cARd*

SALE

15.99

1999

AcE ‑$2 with REwARdS cARd*

1399

each

tools & Accessories

2499

Rubbermaid 32 Gal. wheeled trash can

Assorted varieties. 6186753, 6208805, 6297956 Limit 3 each at this price. Mint-X Extra Flex Large Drawstring Trash Bags, 6037034...$14.99 -$2 With Ace Rewards Card,* You Pay $12.99. Limit 3 at this price.

28.99

1999

WITH ace reWardS card *

SALE

• Irwin Bar Clamp 2/Pk. • DEWALT® 4 Pc. Wood Chisel Set • Craftsman® 20 Pc. Socket & Ratchet Set • Stanley® 30' Tape Measure • Crescent® 3 Pc. Adjustable Wrench Set • Milwaukee® 2 Pc. Pliers Set • Milwaukee® 2 Pc. Folding Utility Knife Set 2360279, 2366318, 2881183, 2107688, 2894616, 2802833, 2811511

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1999

SAVE $

each

on select duracell® Batteries

each

Feit Electric dual head LEd Flood Light 3002309, 3002312

each

scotts® eZ seed®, 10 Lb.

Assorted varieties. 7206436, 7229404 Limit 2 each at this price. 20 Lb., 7287980, 7015836...SALE $ 59.99 ‑$10 With Ace Rewards Card.* You Pay $49.99 each. Limit 2 each at this price.

Ace RewARds cARd* ‑$2 with

sALe

20.99

SALE

hand tools & Accessories

2999

6809263 75', 6809271...$39.99 100', 6809289...$49.99

7697303 Styles may vary. Limit 3 at this price.

2999

50' Pocket hose® silver Bullet™

with Ace ‑$7 RewARds cARd*

sALe

36.99

AcE ‑$4 with REwARdS cARd*

each

Ace trash Bags

• DEWALT® Right Angle Flex Shaft • DEWALT® 20 Pc. Black Oxide Drill Bit Set • Craftsman® 10" Circular Saw Blade • DEWALT® 3 Pc. Countersink Bit Set 2466449, 2137305, 2402527, 2100691, Limit 4 each at this price.

28.99

AA or AAA 8/pk., C or D 4/pk., 9 volt 2/pk., Optimum AA or AAA 6/pk. 34575, 3009735, 34574, 34573, 30205, 3000276, 3000279 Limit 4 total.

129.00

bP1

20900

9900

EGO™ POWER+ 56 Volt Hedge Trimmer

each

• Includes 2.5 amp lithium-ion battery and charger • 24" dual-action, hardened steel reciprocating blades 7804784

Craftsman® V20 String Trimmer & Blower Combo Kit or Pressure Washer Surface Cleaner 7010766, 1015306 Limit 1 each at this price.

329

EGO™ POWER+ 56 Volt 16" POWERLOAd™ String Trimmer • Includes 4 amp lithium-ion battery with charger 7026061 15" String Trimmer with Rapid Reload Head, 7804867...$199 15" POWERLOAD™ String Trimmer, 7804818...$249

27900

379.99

ACE REWARdS CARd* -$30 WITH

199.99

34999

ACE -$10 WITH REWARdS CARd*

18999

Craftsman® 21" Gas Push High Wheeled Mower

AR Blue Clean® 1700 PSI Electric Pressure Washer

1024262 Limit 1 at this price. 2000 PSI Electric Pressure Washer, 1024263...$269 -$20 With Ace Rewards Card,* You Pay $249. Limit 1 at this price.

• 21" cutting deck • 150cc engine • Side discharge, mulch, bag 7026052 Limit 2 at this price.

• Includes 5 amp lithium-ion battery and charger • 90 minute run time on efficiency mode 7006685 765 CFM Handheld Blower, 7026058...$329 530 CFM Handheld Blower, 7804792...$179

SALE 2220501ML, 004, Versions: FN,NR,NW

bP1

4999

3-Year Limited GTS

Vortex Technology

By allowing more airflow into the cutting chamber, Recycler mowers with Toro's patented Vortex Technology cut your grass clippings ultra-fine and turn them into Lawn Vitamins for a well-nourished, greener, lush lawn.

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Ainsley 7 Pc. Dining Set

• Includes 6 swivel sling chairs and table • Steel frames 8068451 9' Umbrella, 8068452...SALE $99.99 Umbrella Base, 8329740...$41.99

inStAntly

on select Ace® 14 day clean release® painter's tape 1008200, 19789, 1008218, 1008226 Limit 1 each.

SAVe $ WITH ACE REWARDS CARD *

169

Ace® 6 pc. painting Set

LOC A L N E WS May Month Long

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2220501ML, 003, Versions: Ca,DS,FN,NR,NW,SO,TR

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When you buy a color sample

quAlity brAndS

$ 99 gallon

liquid chlorinator

S A le

$ 99 quart Ace® Motor oil

8068779

SAE 30, 5W20, 5W30, 10W30, 10W40. 8706731, 8706707, 8706608, 8706665, 8706764

89999

Canzo 5 Pc. Fire Pit Chat Set

• Includes fire pit table and 4 cushioned motion chairs • Weather‑resistant steel frames 8048101

24999

21.99

‑2 $

S A le

SAVe $ SALE WITH ACE REWARDS CARD *

34999

inStAntly

on gallons of cabot® Stain

1499

SALE

2999

each

Hummingbird each or ®72" Solar Flex Seal®, Flex glue , Spinner Light Flex tape® or Flex Garden Stake paste® rubber Sealants Available in assorted

gallon

Zinsser® bulls eye 1‑2‑3® primer

16890 Limit 2 at this price. Qt., 16889...SALE $11.99 ‑$1 With Ace Rewards Card,* You Pay $10.99. Limit 2 at this price.

one trip guArAnteed

• Includes lumbar pillows • Wicker back when cushions removed 8048097

with Ace rewArdS cArd*

expert AdVice

Limit 4. 3‑Person Cushioned Canopy Swing with Side Tables

8048122 Palmaro Wicker Side Table, 8048119...$79.99

Keep your beverages cool as the grill S A le heats up.

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◊ Tintable base gallon sized cans may contain a lower initial volume of paint as indicated on label in order to accommodate addition of colorant and mixing. ††Paint colors represented in printed materials may look different from paint colors on a wall. For best results, we recommend confirming your color choice with a color sample before completing your project. Color accuracy is ensured only when tinted in quality Benjamin Moore® paints. Color representations may differ slightly from actual paint. †Offer only available in-store via coupon on color sample pint lid. Valid on gallons of Benjamin Moore Regal® Select and benL®,E Magnolia Home by Joanna Gaines, Clark+Kensington and Royal paint. Limit one $5 coupon per one gallon purchased at participating Ace SA Hardware stores. Valid on in-stock inventory only. Not valid on acehardware.com. Not valid on Benjamin Moore Aura® paint. No cash value. Additional exclusions may apply. See store for additional details.

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SAVE $

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when you download the8038681, Ace App Oz., 8038678, and link12 your Ace $Rewards account 8070279... 25 each.

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SALE

1006671 Limit 1. 9" x 3/8" Roller Cover 3/Pk., 1006662... SAVE $1 INSTANTLY With Ace Rewards Card.* Limit 1.

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With a Toro, there's no oil change—ever. Just check the oil and Top it Off.

Steel frame, push‑button tilt, polyester fabric. 8353823 Umbrella Base, 8329757, 8329740 ... $ 41.99 each

SALE

79999

Gary’s Ace Hardware 540.825.2103

Guaranteed-to-Start Promise

each

Living Accents® 9' Market Umbrella

SALE

Mowing made easy

2299

Ace® weed and Feed

Covers 5000 sq. ft. 7475403 Limit 2 at this price. 15,000 Sq. Ft., 7475460...$54.99 ‑$6 With Ace Rewards Card,* You Pay $48.99. Limit 2 at this price.

*See page 8 for Ace Rewards Instant Savings details.

May Month Long

inStAntly

EGO™ POWER+ 56 Volt 650 CFM Handheld Blower

Ace RewARds cARd* ‑$2 with

Covers 5000 sq. ft. 7475379 Limit 2 at this price. 15,000 Sq. Ft., 7475346...$42.99 ‑$6 With Ace Rewards Card,* You Pay $36.99. Limit 2 at this price.

2220501ML, 007, Versions: DS,FN,NR,NW,SO,TR

ACE REWARdS CARd* -$30 WITH

*See page 8 for Ace Rewards Instant Savings details.

May Month Long

24.99

Ace® Lawn Fertilizer

Covers 5000 sq. ft. 7314263 Limit 2 at this price. 15,000 Sq. Ft., 7314271...SALE $ 49.99 ‑$6 With Ace Rewards Card,* You Pay $43.99. Limit 2 at this price.

Covers 5000 sq. ft. 7430952 Limit 2 at this price. 15,000 Sq. Ft., 7430945...$71.99 ‑$6 With Ace Rewards Card,* You Pay $ 65.99. Limit 2 at this price.

with Ace cARd* ‑$2 RewARds

18.99

scott's® turf Builder® Lawn Food

scotts® turf Builder® weed & Feed3

2000

2 $

FOR

30" Square Gas Fire Pit Table

WITH AcE REWARdS cARd *

inSTAnTLy

each

igloo® iMX on 30 Seconds® Internal tank storage. 24 Qt. Cooler Outdoor Cleaner 4794053 8063192, 8016743 Gal. Concentrate Tank sold separately. IMX 70 Qt. cooler, *Ace Rewards card Instant Savings (“Instant Savings”) amount is available only to Ace Rewards members (see store for details). Where applicable by law, or 64 Oz. 8016742, 8063195... tax is charged on the sale price before application of Instant Savings. You must present Ace Rewards card to receive Instant Savings.$ Instant Savings listed Ready‑to‑Spray 299.99 each in this advertisement are valid through 5/31/22, at participating stores. ®

7130834, 7514425 NOadvertisement LIMIT. Ace stores are independently owned and operated. The prices in this are suggested by Ace Hardware Corporation, Oak Brook, IL. Individual retailer regular and sale prices may vary by store, which may impact actual savings amounts in either direction. Except as otherwise stated, prices advertised in this circular are valid at participating stores through May 31, 2022, while supplies last. Sale and Instant Savings dates set forth herein are national dates suggested by Ace Hardware Corporation and may vary by local retailer. See local *See page 8 for Ace Rewards Instant Savings details. ® benefits, product selection/color, sale items, clearance and closeout items, Ace everyday low prices, return and rain-check retailer in-store signage for details. Offers, Ace Rewards policies,bP1 and quantities may all vary by2220501ML, store, as well as006, from acehardware.com. Some items may require assembly. Ace is not responsible for printing or typographical errors. Versions: FN,NR,NW

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Culpeper Times • May 26-June 8, 2022 2220501ML, 008, Versions: Ca,DS,FN,NR,NW,SO,TR

Culpeper Times • May 26-June 8, 2022

BEST OF THE BEST 1

he Culpeper Times is excited to bring readers the final results for the 2022 Best of the Best thanks to this year's sponsor Be a Culpeper Local. There are many new winners this year and several others who have won again! The popular contest continues to generate more votes each year since we went to online voting only. This year was no exception. We continue to add new categories by recommendations and encourage readers to continue letting us know of new business ventures. Tom Spargur Take a peek inside to see a complete winners list. Banners and plaques are displayed throughout the marketplace. Congratulations to all the winners! The Culpeper Times publishes the Best of the Best contest each year and has become a section both businesses and readers look forward to seeing.

ith a population of approximately 51,000, Culpeper County is where we live, play, work, eat, and shop. Because of this, we want our town, county and schools to thrive and become the best they can be. With a few cents on the dollar being returned to the county via Virginia State sales tax, Be a Culpeper Local works to increase those funds by inviting every Culpeper resident to think about where they spend their money. Many of us commute out of Culpeper and tend to spend money in other communities. However, the next time you decide to pull out your wallet, think about the sales tax you are depositing in that county’s general fund and school system. Studies have shown that for every $100 spent in a locally owned business, $48 stays and circulates in the community. When you spend a dollar, consider the value of your choice, to yourself and to your community. Recently, Be A Culpeper Local launched a new all-inclusive directory accustomed with an interactive map. Staff have been visiting with businesses to show our appreciation for being a part of the Culpeper community as well as celebrating those businesses for National Small Business Week. Be A Culpeper Local will be launching a new social media campaign and “See How It’s Made” videos highlighting Culpeper businesses and are in the process of bringing new programming to further assist Culpeper businesses via free webinars and events.

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Auction JLR Auctions

Breakfast Place Country Cafe

College Germanna Community College

Auto Dealership Battlefield Toyota

Brewery Death Ridge Brewery

Community Center Powell Wellness Center

Auto Parts Store Advance Auto Parts

Cafe/Coffee Shop Southside Coffee & Gifts

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Dog Walker Loving Paws BIG and small

Fine Dining Restaurant Grass Rootes

Contractor/Handyman Rick’s Home Improvements

Donuts Knakal’s Bakery

Fitness Center BOOM Fitness

Dry Cleaning Location Culpeper Cleaners

Fitness Trainer Karen Corron - BOOM Fitness Studio

Customer Service Xpress Copy & Graphics Dance Studio BOOM Fitness, LLC Deli Ole Country Store Dentist All Smiles Dental Care Dessert Seriously Sweet on Davis Street Distillery Belmont Farm Distillery

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Financial Advisor Freedom Street Partners

Custom Iron Works JIMNI

Dog Groomer Doggy Clipps

Custom Furniture JIMNI

(540) 317-0078

Computer/Tech Support iRepair & Service

Custom Barn Doors JIMNI

15051 Jats Drive, Brandy Station, VA 22714

Dumpster Rentals / Junk Removal Handyman Cans Electric Company Rappahannock Electric Cooperative Electrician Lights by Knight Electric

Florist Endless Creations Flowers and Gifts Frame Shop Village Frameworks & Gallery Fried Chicken Popeye’s

Engraving Ed’s Awards and Engraving Fries Baby Jims Equine Supplier CFC Farm & Home Center Esthetician Amanda Jane - Fearless Eye Care Provider Eye Care of Virginia - Dr. Miles Press

DJ DJ Groove Masta

Family Restaurant Uncle Elder’s Family Restaurant BBQ

Doctor Sarah Russell FNP

Farm and Feed Store CFC Farm & Home Center

Funeral Home Found and Son Funeral Chapels Cremation Service Furniture Clore Furniture Garden Store Shenandoah Garden Spot Gas Station MARTIN’S Gas Station Gift Shop The Cameleer

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BEST of the BEST! Make the vision of your home a reality with your local lending team. Embrace Home Loans takes care of all the details to ensure a smooth loan experience. Whether it’s purchasing your first home, upgrading to a larger one, renovating your current home, or refinancing to lower your payment, Embrace Home Loans works hard to ensure you have a smooth loan experience. Give us a call today!

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THANK YOU CULPEPER! FOR VOTING US THE BEST PLACE TO BUY

TIRES 7 YEARS IN A ROW!

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Golf Course Culpeper Country Club Gourmet Food Shop Taste Oil & Vinegar Graphic Design/Web Agency Xpress Copy & Graphics Green Business Green Roost Grocery Store MARTIN’S Gym BOOM Fitness Gymnastics Boom Fitness Haircut/Salon Mane Street Hair Salon Hamburger Graze to Griddle Happy Hour Grass Rootes Hardware Store Gary’s Ace Hardware Hauling & Towing Hook-n-up, LLC Hearing Center Wagner Hearing Aid of Culpeper Heating / AC Able Heating & Air

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Historical Place to Visit Culpeper Museum of History Home Builder Graystone Homes, Inc Home Renovation Wesco Builders, Inc Hospital Novant Health UVA Culpeper Medical Center Hotdogs 7-Eleven Hotel / Motel Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ice Cream Ole Country Store Insurance Company Puffenbarger Insurance and Financial Services Italian Restaurant Luigi’s Italian Restaurant Jewelry Store J & R Jewelers Landscape Contractors E&D Landscaping LLC Laundromat Soap Opera Laundry Center

Lawn & Garden Equipment K&M Lawn Garden and Arborist Supplies Library Culpeper Library Manicure/Pedicure Lotus Nail Studio Margarita El Jaripeo Martial Arts Class Culpeper Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Massage Therapist Becki Curtis LMT Mexican Restaurant El Jaripeo Milkshake Dairy Queen Mortgage Company Embrace Home Loans Motorcycle/ATV Center The Cycle Center Mover Blue Ridge Movers Music Store Culpeper Music Center Music Studio White Dove Studios LLC Musician Enya Agerholm

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CULPEPER’S BEST BUILDER! GraystonE homes

CUSTOM HOMES | ADDITIONS | RENOVATIONS | COMMERCIAL

7 YEARS IN A ROW!

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Culpeper’s Best of the Best

PRIVATE SCHOOL & SCHOOL

Culpeper Christian School Educating for Eternity since 1976

810 Old Rixeyville Road, Culpeper, VA 540.825.4208

culpeperchristianschool.com

CONGRATUL ATIONS Kelly Duckett Corbin for being voted Culpeper’s Best of the Best

REAL ESTATE AGENT “Thanks to everyone that voted me Culpeper’s Best Realtor! I appreciate it so much. I am so fortunate to work locally in my hometown that I adore and call home. I love serving my community and look forward to the opportunity to help you with all of your real estate needs for many years to come. We are your local real estate team with RE/MAX Regency.” Kelly Duckett Corbin, Realtor®

Call Us at 540.878.4510

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Kelly, Katie, Mindy & Wes

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LOCAL REALTORS!

Best of Culpeper 2019, 2020 & 2022

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BEST REMODELING / HOME IMPROVEMENT for the last 6 YEARS!

Kitchens • Bathrooms • Additions • Decks • And More! Building Family and Community WWW.GHIVA.COM • 540-439-4663 • INFO@GHIVA.COM Culpeper Times • May 26-June 8, 2022

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Thank you for choosing Atlantic Union Bank as Best Bank.

We’re committed to enriching the lives of both the people and businesses in our communities. Visit us at one of our Culpeper branches or schedule an appointment online at AtlanticUnionBank.com • 717 James Madison Highway | 540.825.4897 • 231 Southgate Shopping Center | 540.825.4890 • Commercial and Wealth Management Offices 102 S. Main Street

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Nail Salon Lotus Nail Studio

Pet Supply Location Reigning Cats & Dogs

Radio Station WJMA - 103.1

Non-Profit Culpeper Wellness Foundation

Photographer Chloe Parker Photography

Real Estate Agency ReMax Crossroads Real Estate

Nursery/Daycare KinderCare Occupational Therapy Community-STARs Office Supply Eagle Postal Express Oil Change Integrity Automotive Orthodontist Griffin & Errera Orthodontics Paint Store Gary’s Ace Hardware Pawn Shop Pawn Mart Pediatrician Dr. Charles Stein at Wellspring Health Services

Physical Therapist Community-STARs Pizza Pete’s Pizza Place to Work XPress Copy & Graphics Plant Center Botanical Dwellings Plumber Appleton Campbell Preschool

Culpeper Christian School Inc

Printer Kash Imprints Private School

Culpeper Christian School Inc

Produce Martins

Propane Personal Trainer Andrew Xifos - Code Name Blossman Propane & Gas Crossfit Property Management Company Pest Control Virginia Pest Management VHS Property Management Pet Boarding Facility Alpha Pet Resort

Radio Personality JD Slade

Real Estate Agent Kelly Duckett-Corbin - RE/ MAX Regency Rehab Facility Powell Wellness Remodeling / Home Improvement Genesis Home Improvement Restaurant Piedmont Steakhouse Roofing Company My Roofer Sandwich Ole Country Store Screen Printing Kash Imprints Seafood Restaurant The Pier Senior Living Facility The Culpeper Shipping Eagle Postal Express Shoe Repair Bonnie Reb Boot Shop Inc

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SHIPPING

AND OFFICE SUPPLY Serving Culpeper since 2013 as your Photo Home Town Locally Owned Print Center and Family Operated Pack and Ship Experts

429 MEADOWBROOK SHOPPING CTR .

540-812-2240

Thank you

for voting us BEST GROCERY STORE, BEST PRODUCE, and BEST GAS STATION in Culpeper. We couldn’t be more honored!

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Early’s Carpet, Inc.

Your Hometown Store So Much Under One Roof!

The Largest In-Stock Inventory of Area Rugs, Orientals, Vinyl, Hard Laminate, Ceramic & Remnan

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Wealth Management Brown Harris Wealth Management Web Development Tax Service K Art & Design Inc Liberty Tax Wedding Planner Thrift Store Bride & Joy Full Circle Thrift Store Wedding Venue Tire Shop Mountain Run Winery Rice Tire Weight Loss Center Travel Agency Wellspring Health Services In Your Corner Travel Window and Siding Urgent Care Center Company Wellspring Health Services Culpeper Window & Siding Used Auto Dealership Winery Koons Automotive of Old House Vineyard Culpeper Wings place Veterinarian Uncle Elder’s Family Blue Ridge Animal Hospital Restaurant BBQ Vintage Retailer Yoga Instructor MinuteMan MiniMall Tisha Downing Water Treatment Yoga Studio Art of Dance Country Water Systems

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NEW CONSTRUCTION FOR SALE

Thank you for voting us the Best of the Best Home Renovation Company! Jim Gearing has been building homes in Culpeper and surrounding areas since 1994. As part of Westco Builders, Jim takes pride in building homes and communities where his clients are proud to call home. It’s all about listening to the client, building on success and knowing the area. It’s also about thinking outside the box and planning for the long term with the community in mind. But what makes Westco different and special is that they are a true local builder. Their employees live here, their subcontractors live here, their suppliers are from here. Their profits, investments, taxes and income stay here in Culpeper. Westco is a family-owned business that cares about Culpeper, operates in the area and wants to help it grow and prosper. Jim and the team like what they do, put their heart and soul into their work, and they can help make your new home ideas come to life. They are a local builder that believes in giving back because they live and work here. They want to make a difference.

Jim Gearing, President

It fits with Jim’s philosophy: You get out of it what you put into it. And he gives 100 percent. Jim started young with summer jobs in building and landscaping, growing into new construction and real estate. The new housing development market really sparked his interests and shaped his Realtor career. That is where RE/MAX Crossroads fits into the winning equation. Jim has been a Realtor with RE/MAX Crossroads for the past 31 years, and together they play a vital role in the success of Westco through new home sales and marketing. As a builder and Realtor, Jim has double the joy in helping his clients achieve the American Dream of homeownership in the Culpeper area.

Total House Renovations BEFORE

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Westco Builders Inc. We are a family owned, locally based business specializing in one-level-living new home construction for 32 years. So if it’s a new home in your future, or a renovation to your existing home, Westco Builders Inc. will be right by your side every step of the way. For more information on new construction, on one of our lots or yours, or to discuss your renovation project, contact Jim Gearing.

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