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Locally Owned And Operated ELECTION PREVIEW INSIDE Candidates sharply differ on gun issues RICHMOND, Va. (AP) — The two major party to be able to carry a concealed candidates in Virginia's race for governor sharply handgun without a permit. disagree when it comes to guns. Earlier this year, Democratic Republican Ed Gillespie has an A rating from the Gov. Terry McAuliffe vetoed National Rifle Association. He pledged to "oppose legislation allowing that — any and all attempts to weaken the Second against the wishes of the GOP- Amendment." controlled General assembly. Democrat Ralph Northam said he favors stricter Democrats in the legislature controls on gun ownership. He's backed by former have pushed unsuccessfully for New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg's group Gillespie universal background checks, as well as by former Democratic Rep. Gabrielle including mandatory checks at Giffords, who was grievously wounded in a 2011 gun shows. shooting. Governors also can take uni- The positions play against type. Northam grew lateral action on guns, like up hunting on Virginia's Eastern Shore and owns McAuliffe did in banning guns two shotguns. from certain state-owned office Gillespie wrote in his 2006 book that he doesn't buildings by executive order. own a gun and recently declined to answer whether Guns on campuses are also a that was still the case. regular and poignant point of discussion due to the 2007 THE ISSUE: mass shooting at Virginia Tech. Northam Debates about guns take up a significant amount Liberty University President WEEKEND WEATHER of time each legislative session and groups on both Jerry Falwell Jr. has in recent SATURDAY SUNDAY sides inject serious amounts of cash into the politi- years urged students at his cal process. The NRA has already spent more than Lynchburg-based school to Sunny, with a high near 74. Mostly sunny, with a high near $750,000 supporting Republicans this election carry concealed handguns. Calm wind becoming south 72. year, while former New York City Mayor Michael And currently, the gun-relat- around 5 mph in the afternoon. Bloomberg's group, Everytown for Gun Safety, has ed discussion has revolved Sunday Night - Mostly cloudy, pledged to spend at least $1 million helping around "bump stocks," used Saturday Night - Partly with a low around 53. Democrats. recently by a gunman in Las cloudy, with a low around 45. A number of gun-related issues are decided at the Vegas to increase the rate of fire of semi-automatic state level, including whether to allow people who Hyra have obtained a protective order against an abuser See GUNS, page A7 Murder conviction nets man 23 years to serve

From Pulaski County court ordered that he shotgun used Fleenor Commonwealth's Commonwealth’s Attorney’s in the murder be destroyed. James Attorney for Pulaski County. Office had been scheduled for a 3 day During the hearing, Fleenor was Daniel Ray James, 53, was jury trial next week in Pulaski requested to recite the found guilty of 2nd Degree County Circuit Court. Naomi Commonwealth's evidence: Murder, Arson and Using a Huntington represented the defen- On July 20, 2016, a fire was dis- Firearm in the Commission of a dant. covered at a house located in Felony. He entered pleas pursuant "I would like to thank the Pulaski County off Route 100. By to the Supreme Court case of Pulaski County Sheriff's Office the time fire fighters arrived the North Carolina v. Alford. He was for conducting a very thorough house was completely engulfed in sentenced to 40 years with 20 sus- investigation that led to these con- flames and was ultimately burned pended on the Murder charge, 10 victions. Over the last several to the ground. Members of the years concurrent on the Arson months we have met with the fam- Pulaski County Sheriff's Office charge and 3 years to serve con- ily of the victim and they were discovered a body that was burned secutively on the firearm charge supportive of this agreement that beyond recognition. The remains for a total of 43 years with 20 sus- will result in effectively a life sen- pended and 23 years to serve. The tence for Mr. James," said Mike See MURDER, page A7 Page A2 - The Patriot - Friday, October 20, 2017 Gillespie trying to find way in age of Trump RICHMOND, Va. (AP) — Ed support in an increasingly liberal and other pocketbook issues. country and made several lucra- hasn't let professional success Gillespie has been in plenty of state, but also trying to navigate The approach may work: most tive trips through Washington's change him. tight spots during his three the fallout from an unpredictable polls show Gillespie in a tight revolving doors. "Ed is a genuinely positive decades in and around politics. president who is unpopular over- race with Democrat Ralph Highlights from Gillespie's person and that's just a huge AWashington insider well all in Virginia but still has strong Northam, but Gillespie's lengthy resume include helping advantage," said former House accustomed to the public eye, support from voters crucial to a approach has been criticized by Republicans craft the Contract Speaker Newt Gingrich. he's helped sell a military surge Gillespie victory. Adding pres- Democrats and even some with America in the 1990s, being On the campaign trail, in Iraq to a war-weary public, sure, Virginia is one of only two Republicans as insincere. chairman of the Republican Gillespie largely maintains a stood up for a doomed U.S. gubernatorial elections this year "I feel sorry for him, being in National Committee and serving sunny disposition and has Supreme Court nominee his own and as a swing-state, and could the position he's in," said Sam as a White House adviser to skipped Trump-like rallies in political party didn't like, and serve as an early referendum on Wright, a retired state worker President George W. Bush. favor of more subdued events, lobbied for corporate clients the president. from Goochland, after listening Gillespie helped usher Bush's with lengthy policy discussions with serious popularity issues, to Gillespie at a candidate Supreme Court picks through the and G-rated language. like Wall Street banks and Big Trump's near-polar opposite in forum. nomination process -- including "I'll be danged if my genera- Tobacco. style and temperament, Gillespie Pity is not an emotion usually the failed bid of Harriet Miers -- tion says, 'Hey sorry, it's the end Now he's facing a challenge of has responded by running a dis- associated with Gillespie, a New and played a key public relations of the line,'" Gillespie said at a a much different kind: running cordant campaign. He has simul- Jersey native who grew up help- role in Bush's efforts to increase recent campaign stop in Norfolk for governor of Virginia as the taneously tried to excite Trump ing in his parents' grocery store troop levels in Iraq. when talking about his promises establishment Republican nomi- supporters with sharp-elbowed and graduated from Catholic Gillespie then oversaw a mas- to enact pro-growth economic nee in the age of President ads on immigration and University in Washington before sively successful effort to help policies. It was about as animat- Donald Trump. Confederate statues, while also working as a congressional aide. Republicans win control of ed as he gets on the stump. Gillespie is not only trying to appealing to the more moderate He rapidly rose to become one of statehouses in 2010, and helped But the Gillespie on TV, social overcome a fractured base of electorate with a focus on taxes the top GOP operatives in the advise Mitt Romney's 2012 pres- media and on mailers is much idential bid. more aggressive, promising Along the way, he became a tough justice on unlawful immi- multimillionaire as a lobbyist grants who commit crimes in and consultant. Gillespie started similar tones to how Trump suc- a lobbying firm with a prominent cessfully campaigned. One Democrat, quickly became a top Gillespie mailer blasts Northam player in the influence game and for supporting driver's licenses made millions selling his stake and in-state tuition for "illegals" in the company. He took a break — a pejorative term that's a from his work as a consultant to marked departure from blue-chip clients to run for Gillespie's longtime advocacy Senate in 2014, a mostly under- that the GOP be more welcom- the-radar contest against heavy ing to minorities and avoid the favorite Sen. Mark Warner that "political siren's song" of anti- Gillespie almost won. immigrant rhetoric. Longtime friends and col- When asked about the mailer, leagues praise Gillespie as a deft Gillespie spokesman Dave communicator with a deep understanding of policy who See GILLESPIE, page A4 The Patriot - Friday, October 20, 2017 - Page A3 Holston River Quarry opens new scale house and entrance

The well attended celebration and ribbon cutting, for Holston River Quarry was held on Friday, October 13th to showcase the beautiful and inviting newly designed and landscaped new entrance and scale house, located at 5169 State Park Road Dublin VA. The new entrance will pro- vide trucks with a quicker access to I-81 and make the Quarry more visible to potential cus- tomers. Holston River Quarry is a company founded on the basic values of safety, environmental stewardship, and the belief in the core worth of their people. During the ribbon cutting held by Pulaski County Chamber of Commerce, M.J. O'Brien spoke about their employee's dedication and loyalty that has helped them build and grow the business, like employee Dean Dalton, who has worked for the company for 57 years. These are the kind of employees that Holston River is needed for continual communi- Quarry Company has built their ty development." success on. Pictured are Joe Guthrie, Lisa Holston River Quarry had this to Webb,Polly Hester, Dean Dalton, say about their investment in Danny Booth, Tony Landreth, Pulaski County," we are proud to Mike Greer,Andy McCready, be a major contributor to the M.J. O'Brien,Betsy Cook, growth of Pulaski County and the Jonathan Sweet, Pete Huber, New River Valley area through Karen Thompson, Bill Parker, Pat employment, supplies of aggre- Huber, Shelia Smith, Bill gates for homes, industries and Cunningham, Dr. Knarr, Jennifer local infrastructure, all of which Fedenison Page A4 - The Patriot - Friday, October 20, 2017 Gillespie

Continued from page A2 Abrams said Gillespie had directed his campaign not to use the term in the future. Gillespie has defended his hard-hitting immigration ads as consistent with his past stances, saying his goal is to target unlawful immi- grants who often prey on other members of the immigrant com- munity. Corey Stewart, who Gillespie narrowly beat in the GOP pri- mary, praised Gillespie for moving to the right on cultural issues, but said Gillespie still needed to fully embrace Trump and his message. "He's improving," Stewart said. "But there's still more work to be done." Teacher of the Month Pulaski County Schools recently recognized Sarah Reid as its teacher of the month. Sarah was nominated by one of her students who described Mrs. Reid as "helpful, encouraging and makes learning fun. Her teaching made me and several others develop a love for Spanish." Sarah is described by her co-workers as enthusiastic, and always willing to help out in any situation. She approaches her day with a smile and can found at least once a week in the front office to check in on everyone and offer them some encouraging words. PCHS is proud to call Sarah a member of their faculty. She has just begun her second year with PCHS, but has been in education in the state of Virginia since 1999. She has been both a teacher and administrator, working at elementary, middle and high school levels. Mrs. Reid also coached various sports over the years. During her free time, she loves to read and check out Pinterest, as well as baking and canning. She also works for the Toronto Blue Jays teaching English to Latino play- ers during the summers. Mercantile plans ‘40s fundraiser to beneft the USO Saturday November 4th, The the Draper Mercantile has Draper Mercantile and Trading always been the heart of the Company will host an official community, so to is the commu- United Service Organizations nity at the heart of the Draper fundraising event featuring live Mercantile," said Kate Nipper music and wartime inspired Marketing Director of The fare. The Old Pros, a local big Draper Mercantile. band group from New River Community College, will be Prepaid reservations are playing live swing music. required for this event. Tickets Guests are welcome to come are fifty dollars and include dressed in their best '40s attire. dinner and entertainment. For this event, the Draper For tickets, call (540) 994- Mercantile will transform into a 5659. For more information 1940s wartime canteen hall visit our Facebook at with live swing music, wartime www.facebook.com/draperme- inspired fare, and people sport- rc or visit our website ing their best 40s fashion. All www.drapermerc.com. profits will be directly benefit- ting the United Service Organizations. The USO serves all branches of the armed forces providing support and services throughout their entire time in uniform. The Draper Mercantile and Trading Company has a strate- gic mission to reach out to the community and allow opportu- nities for the community to come together to support chari- table causes. This event will Follow Us On bring people together to cele- brate and honor every man and Twitter woman who has served our @ThePCPatriot country. "In the same way that The Patriot - Friday, October 20, 2017 - Page A5

In Area Obituaries In Loving Loving Memory Check www.pcpatriot.com Daily For Obituaries Memory BOBBY GENE HALL Charlottesville he was most happy working on the ing www.seaglefuneralhome.com Great Grandchildren Bobby Gene Hall, 80, formerly Jeremy Jennings & wife, Brandi family farm where he lived his Arrangements by Seagle Funeral Sisters- Catherine Akers of Pulaski, passed away October of Dublin entire life. He started Covey's Home, Pulaski. 540-980-1700 Roseberry Sadie Akers Graham 16, 2017 at his home in Midlothian, Charlotte LeBarre & husband, Family Campground on a portion Brother- Douglas Eugene Akers VA. Bobby was born July 9, 1937 Michael of Dublin of the farm in 1972 where he made ELLA SUE AKERS NESTER Memorial services were held to the late Raymond Clinton and Six Grandchildren & Five Great numerous friends and memories Saturday, October 14, 2017 in the Edith Holiday Hall. He is also pre- Grandchildren over the years. He was a lifetime Ella Sue Akers Nester, age 77 of Bower Funeral Home Chapel, ceded in Per his wishes, there will be no member of Mt. View United Austinville passed away Pulaski with Pastor John Jenkins death by his visitation or service. Methodist Church. He is survived Wednesday, October 11, 2017 at officiating. father-in-law, To sign the online guestbook, by his wife of 60 years, Doris her home. Born May 19, 1940 in To sign the guestbook, visit Clarence visit www.bowerfuneralhome.com Halsey Covey; son and daughter- Pulaski County, she was the daugh- www.bowerfuneralhome.com Robert Hall, Arrangements are being handled in-law, Stuart and Lora Covey of ter of the late Jesse Wade Akers and Arrangements by Bower Funeral his brother by Bower Funeral Home, Pulaski. Dublin; daughter and son-in-law, Eliza Ellen Covey Akers. She was Home, Pulaski. Ralph Clinton Vann and Charlie Byrd Duncan of survived by Hall, his VERTA "MAXINE" STUMP Dublin; grandchildren Sydney Children- Suzanne Ellen Adams brother-in- TURMAN Covey, Parker Covey, Mason Ramsey- Fairlawn, Marty Lee Check Our Website Hall law, Warren Verta "Maxine" Stump Turman, Covey and Elizabeth Duncan; sis- Adams- Dublin, Johnny Mel Daily For (Mitch) age 84 of Pulaski, died Monday, ters, Elisabeth Collins of Adams-Falcon, CO., Deranda Obituaries. Mitchell and his niece, Heather October 16, 2017 in Wythe County Scottsboro, AL and Margaret Michael Jamison-Pulaski, William Michelle Edens. Bobby attended Community Hospital. She was Brewer of Roanoke, VA; brother, Joseph Jamison-Pulaski, Kristie Pulaski High School, and graduat- born March 15, 1933 in Bluefield, Jerry Covey of Dublin; sister-in- Marie Jamison Crawford- Go To ed from New River Community WVa, and was the daughter of the law, Peggy Hemmings of Dublin; Austinville.. College with a degree in Police late Mildred Carlisle Stump and sister-in-law and husband, Patsy Numerous Grandchildren and www.pcpatriot.com Science. He was a veteran of the Mack Stump. and Don Otey of Grand Prairie, U.S. Air Force. He worked many In addition to TX; special nephew Leeman years as a Deputy Sheriff at Pulaski her parents, Covey and wife, Pat of Flat Rock, County Sheriff's Office, was the she was pre- NC; and many cousins, nieces and first recipient of the Alton I. ceded in nephews. He was preceded in Crowell Memorial Award for death by a sis- death by brothers Raymond E. Outstanding Young Police Officer, ter, Christine Covey, Jesse R. Covey, Jr., and and after retirement worked as a McPeak, her Herbert S. Covey. Funeral services Chief Inspector for the Virginia son, Mark were held Sunday, October 15, Department of Transportation. He Turman "Kenny" 2017 with the Rev. Terry Goodman is survived by his wife of 43 years, Lundy, and a and the Rev. Paige Wimberly offi- Linda Hall of Midlothian, his very special grandmother, Lela ciating. Interment followed in the daughter Autumn (Sunni) Hall Robertson, who was instrumental church cemetery. In lieu of flowers Price (Roger), Midlothian, sister in raising Maxine. She was a please make donations to the Mt. Ellen Hall Mitchell, Draper, broth- retired switchboard operator for the View United Methodist Church er, Ken Hall (Barbara), Gulf Coast Hospital in Panama Cemetery. Online condolences Christiansburg, sister-in-law, Hilda City, FL, and a member of the may be sent to the family by visit- Hall, Columbia, SC, and many Memorial Baptist Church in nieces and nephews. He is also Pulaski. She is survived by two survived by his constant furbaby daughters: Vicki Holton and her companion, Tawncy. Bobby's true husband Jerry of Panama City, FL, joy in life was being with his wife, and Ann Grundstrom and her hus- Linda, and the pride and joy of his band Tom, of Garner, N.C.: one life, Sunni. He loved family din- brother: Lee Stump of Las Vegas, ners, being together with his family NV: Also survived by 8 grandchil- and playing horseshoes. He loved dren and 8 great grandchild, very music and enjoyed playing his gui- special nephews, Richard McPeak tar. He will be sadly missed by his and Terry McPeak, and special family and everyone who knew friend, Beverly Reynolds. Funeral him. The family would like to services were held Thursday, thank Hospice, and all of the Dr.'s October 19, 2017 at Seagle Funeral and nurses who assisted with his Home with the Rev. Mike Jones care. Bobby was cremated and officiating. Interment followed in there will be no services. Thornspring Cemetery. Flowers Condolences may be sent to his will be appreciated, but for those family at, 13830 Gallant Fox who wish, they may make memori- Drive, Midlothian, Virginia 23112. al contributions in her memory to Online condolences may be the Benign Essential Blepharospan accessed by visiting www.seagle- Association BEBRF P.O. Box funeralhome.com. Obituary cour- 12468 Beaumont, TX 77726-2468. tesy of Seagle Funeral Home, Online condolences may be sent to Pulaski. the family by visiting www.seagle- funeralhome.com Arrangements BRYAN TERRY BUSTEED by Thomas M. Seagle & Sons, Bryan Terry Busteed, age 76 of Pulaski. Pulaski passed away Tuesday, October 17, 2017. EARL STUART COVEY, SR. Born May 13, 1941 in Ontario, Earl Stuart Covey, Sr., 88, of Canada he was preceded in death Dublin, VA died Friday morning, by his parents, George Sylvester October 13, 2017, at Lewis Gale Busteed & Mary Cleve Busteed Hospital - Salem, with his wife and and his wife, Elizabeth Lee son at his bedside. He was born in "Libby" Jennings Busteed. the Mt. View community of He was retired from RAAP and a Pulaski County on May 10, 1929, veteran of the United States Army. and was the son of the late Jesse R. He is survived by and Elizabeth Sadler Covey. He Children - was an insurance advisor with Jason Jennings & wife, Amy of Farm Bureau for many years, but Page A6 - The Patriot - October 20, 2017 OPINION www.pcpatriot.com Energy OPEN FORUM Independence Conner: Vote For Worrell For Sheriff To the editor, biggest goal in my professional tinue to build a sheriff's office for the Is Closer career to establish a sheriff's office people. Mike is an honest man and a This is Frank Conner, retired that served the people and was an man of high integrity. He's a family Sheriff of Pulaski County, and I'm agency that was trusted. It meant so man who is a great husband and a Than Ever writing this letter to reach out to the much to me that my passion trickled loving father to his two sons. In this citizens of Pulaski County about the down to my son, Michael, who just world that is quickly changing to "America is at the beginning of an energy upcoming election for sheriff in retired after a nearly 30 year career social media and having everything Renaissance." November. with the Sheriff's office and even to at your fingertips, Mike has the intel- Energy Secretary Rick Perry recently offered this As most of you may know I had my grandson, Christopher, who has ligence and leadership to take view in testimony before the House Energy and the honor and privilege to serve been at the New River Valley Pulaski County Sheriff's Office to Commerce Subcommittee on Energy, on which I serve. Pulaski County for nearly 30 years at Regional Jail for nearly a decade. heights I never imagined. His optimism marks a refreshing change from the last Pulaski County Sheriff's Office and I I'm extremely proud of the things I'm asking all of you to please get Administration. was able to serve as sheriff for 13 that I was able to accomplish while I out November 7th and to help elect On February 23, 2012, then-President Obama years. After retiring from the was your sheriff. However, my the best sheriff Pulaski County will ridiculed the idea that more oil drilling would lead to Sheriff's Office, I went on to serve accomplishments will be very little ever have, Mike Worrell. And as lower gas prices in Tampa, Florida. He mocked the on the Board of Supervisors for 16 compared to the accomplishments always your support is greatly appre- idea that to lower gas prices, "Step one is drill, step years. Pulaski County and its citizens that will be achieved by Mike ciated. two is drill, and step three is keep drilling," and added, are very close to my heart. That's Worrell. Mike is a homegrown boy, "You know why I believed in a law enforcement who also holds Pulaski County near Frank R. Conner there are no that was for the people. It was the to his heart as well. Mike will con- Dublin Morgan quick fixes to this problem, Griffith and you No More Delays!! Vote Yes!!! know we can't just drill To the editor, debate would never happen. There a boat that can see the finish line. To 9th District our way to will be financial discomfort in many rob our children and our county of Representative lower gas If people would only think of it as walks of life, and the longer this bat- this opportunity will only continue to prices." an investment in our future (Pulaski tle wages on, the worse they will be. delay a process that has already According to Co.) and the future for the children At the same, the worsening of our taken 30 years to get to. AAA, the national average gas price at the end of that that will be walking the halls, and current buildings continues, and they No More Delays!! Vote YES!!! month was $3.70 per gallon. learning and growing with state of will reach the point of no return Oh, how the times have changed. In contrast, on the art potential classrooms and tech- sooner rather than later. Voting NO is Jason Callahan October 10 of this year, the Secretary General of the nology, then the need to facilitate a like taking the wind from the sails of Dublin Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC), Mohammad Barkindo, offered a different view: the United States needed to cut oil production to keep prices up. Barkindo called on oil producers to School System Manages take "extraordinary measures" to balance the market and said, "We urge our friends in the shale basins of North America to take this shared responsibility with all the seriousness it deserves." When the oil barons of OPEC are calling on America to, in essence, slow Its Finances Well down production of oil, you know the world has changed. Since the days of the oil embargo in the I have recently been hearing the ly $200,000 to $700,000 for the past 1970s until American ingenuity made the shale basins word "carryover money" thrown Guest several years. On its own, that is a productive, OPEC dictated the world oil price. around a lot at meetings and in the large amount of money. However, by According to AAA, the same week he made that state- media. Some of these comments are Column percentage this would range from ment, the national average gas price was $2.481 per based on a lack of understanding of approximately 0.4 percent to 1.5 per- gallon, and that price was still slightly inflated because what are "carryover funds." I would Chris Stafford cent of our $45 million operating American oil refineries are recovering from the hurri- like to give a brief explanation on Pulaski County budget. In my opinion, that is sound canes of September. "carryover funds" …what it is, where Schools fiscal management. Anything less In other words, "Drill, baby, drill," worked. In the it comes from, and how we are than $200,000 would be very risky as eyes of foreign oil producers, it worked too well. allowed to use it. we can have up to and over that Energy production in the United States is nothing School finance is a very complex other school officer violating, causing amount in federal reimbursements in new, as anyone who knows the heritage of places like field with many variables beyond our to be violated or voting to violate any just one month. If we were below the Virginia coalfields understands. Our country pos- ability to control. provision of this section shall be that figure and we were counting on sesses tremendous reserves of various energy resources First, regarding our state revenue, guilty of malfeasance in office. receiving some reimbursements just and the brainpower to develop them usefully and we budget according to enrollment I take this statute very seriously. If to finish in the black, this would be a responsibly. Government policy is also a factor, how- and we don't know how many stu- we have no year-end balance or car- scary situation as the timing of reim- ever, and in recent years it has been an inhibiting one. dents we will be paid for by the ryover money, it means we have a bursements can sometimes be unpre- But government can play a constructive role, as this Virginia Department of Education deficit, if we have a deficit then we - dictable. Congress and the Trump Administration are intent on. until after March 31. In fact, we may the school superintendent, the school So, it is my duty to ensure that we When Secretary Perry came before my subcommit- begin the year with 40 or 50 fewer board and myself - can ALL be found have an adequate amount of money at tee, he noted that in the United States: students than what we anticipated. guilty of malfeasance. I am not the end of the year to operate the •Coal production has risen by 14% in 2017 and coal That's the equivalent of $300,000 or going to let this happen. I consider school system. This will always exports have risen by 55% compared to 2016 $350,000 less in state revenues for that this is my primary responsibility involve having a sufficient year-end •Oil production is expected to hit a record level next the year. Since typically 85 percent … to ensure that we have adequate balance in our operating budget to year of our budget is comprised of salaries funds to operate the school division cover any unexpected changes in rev- •Our country is on track to become a net exporter of and benefits, mostly for people throughout the entire fiscal year. enues or higher than anticipated natural gas already under contract when the Now that we have established that expenses. Fossil fuels are not the only sectors partaking of this school year begins … this can be a having carryover money is not a bad Finally, what becomes of our year- Renaissance. Secretary Perry also noted that wind and huge revenue loss to be managed. thing, but a good thing … this begs end balance or carryover funds at the solar power are now 10% of our national electricity Next, we budget federal monies, the question … how much is not end of the year? capacity. At last, we have a true "all of the above" but that is always a big unknown sub- enough and how much is too much? The Code of Virginia in section energy policy that looks poised to deliver energy inde- ject to the whims of Congress and the First, let me say that our year-end 22.1-100, states that "All sums pendence for America. White House. Also, the timing of balance fluctuates from year to year derived from local funds unexpended Our subcommittee also discussed with Secretary federal reimbursements can be prob- and is dependent on many variables. in any year shall remain a part of the Perry the state of the electrical grid. The natural disas- lematic. As I mentioned earlier, our state rev- funds of the governing body appro- ters that have afflicted the country these past months In fact, the only revenue that we enues can vary by several hundred priating the funds for use the next have highlighted the need for a secure, resilient grid. receive where there is any degree of thousand dollars positively or nega- year…" The Secretary highlighted proposals he has made to certainty is our county appropriation. tively. The fluctuation in diesel fuel So, by statute, any year-end bal- shore up the grid. Now that I have painted a picture prices can affect our spending in the ance or carryover money remaining I look forward to continuing work with Secretary of just how unstable and shaky our six-figure range positively or nega- in a school operating budget reverts Perry and my colleagues on the House Energy and revenues can be, let me talk about tively. Also, our spending on elec- back to the governing body. The Commerce Committee to advance policies promoting "carryover" money. tricity and natural gas varies year to governing body then has the option to safe, affordable energy for all Americans. Carryover is a word used to year based on the climate. One re-appropriate those monies back to describe the year-end balance in the January with several weeks of sub- the school division - this can be all of Cost Sharing Reduction school operating fund. Our fiscal freezing temperatures can increase the funds, some of the funds, or none year ends on June 30. So, on June our spending in those areas in the six- at all. President Trump recently issued an executive order 30, our "checkbook" is taken away digit range. In some school divisions, it is com- ending cost sharing reduction (CSR) payments to and we are given a "new checkbook" For the past several years, the pri- mon practice for the governing body insurance companies. The previous Administration to begin on July 1. The amount of mary source of budget savings has not to re-appropriate any carryover began making these payments, but it had no authority money left in the "old checkbook" is been that of unfilled teaching posi- money back. Unfortunately, in many to spend the money; in fact, the House of our carryover. tions. If we have 6 or 8 unfilled cases, this leads to a situation where Representatives sued over the matter and a federal I find it interesting that this year- teaching positions - when you consid- the school system will "spend down" judge sided with us. President Trump's action simply end balance or carryover money is er salaries and benefits … you are their funds to a bare minimum to complies with the law, but as a consequence, instability being described by some as if it is a getting close to $500,000 in unspent avoid giving any funds back to the in health insurance markets may increase. bad thing. Far from it. The Code of funds. board of supervisors or city council. If the Senate had acted to reform our health insur- Virginia, section 22.1-91 states that Most of these variables play out This is not an ideal method of budg- ance system, as the House voted to do earlier this year, No school board shall expend or con- during the course of a year and have eting nor the best way to address the this whole situation could have been avoided. tract to expend, in any fiscal year, to be monitored and managed. Also, school division's capital improvement President Trump is correct to end the illegal action any sum of money in excess of the many of them do not play out until needs. started by the Obama Administration, but I have many funds available for school purposes the end of the year so trying to antici- Fortunately, in 2013, a forward- constituents who are being hurt by Senate inaction. for that fiscal year without the con- pate and use those funds prior to June thinking Board of Supervisors and Until the Senate gets its act together and Congress sent of the governing body or bodies 30 can be difficult. School Board adopted a policy gov- passes a better long-term fix, I am working with some appropriating funds to the school Back to the question of how much erning those year-end funds. The of my colleagues on a temporary patch for CSR that is board. Any member of a school board … our year-end balance or carryover both lawful and helpful. or any division superintendent or funds have varied from approximate- See STAFFORD, page A7

Locally Owned And Operated Since 2009 The Patriot is published in its print form every Friday by Patriot Publishing, LLC. and is available at locations in Pulaski and Wythe Counties and Radford City. An electronic version can be accessed daily on the web at www.pcpatriot.com P.O. Box 2416 • Pulaski, VA 24301 • www.pcpatriot.com • (540) 808-3949 The Patriot - Friday, October 20, 2017 - Page A7 conclusively that the pellets were fired from the gun. A certificate Murder of analysis containing those con- clusions was filed dated Continued from page A1 December 12, 2016. were moved to the Virginia Medical Examiner's Office in Also found at the defendant's Roanoke and an autopsy was per- residence was a prescription drug formed. Dr. Goodman discovered bottle with the name removed shotgun pellets in the head and from the label. Based on the neck area of the deceased. DNA tracking number on the prescrip- and dental records were used to tion bottle, Wal-Mart pharmacy confirm that the body was Roger was able to determine that the pre- Roope, the sole resident of the scription was issued to the victim, house. Roger Roope. The prescription Roope's relatives were contact- had been filled only a few days ed and interviewed. Several rela- before his death. The defendant, tives advised law enforcement during interviews with the police that Roope knew a man named denied having seen the victim or Daniel Ray James. They were having been to his home within told by Roope that James owed the last year. him money and had not paid him back. Roope had also told his rel- Cell phone tracking data was atives that James had stolen one or also used by the Sheriff's Office to more firearms from him. show that the defendant's cell Efforts were made to locate phone was near the tower closest James but were initially unsuc- to the victim's home at the time of cessful. A search warrant was the murder. However the defen- Ruth Ann S. Whitener photos obtained for James' residence in dant also resided at a location that Group Attends Barter Production Pulaski County . Investigator would have been closest to that September 16th there was an opportunity for Nu Chapter Delta Kappa Gamma members and their friends Brian Wade discovered a shotgun tower, as well. Although the to attend "The Music Man" in Abingdon, Virginia, at the Barter Theater. Standing in front of the Theater at James' residence with an empty defendant initially denied being in (above right) are (L-R) Zoe Rowell, Mary Beth Glenn, Jan Woodward and Carla Hallstead. The group of shotgun shell still in the gun. That the area of the murder during the 13 friends and educators all enjoyed dining together before they returned to Pulaski County. The Delta firearm and empty shell were for- commission of the crime, when Kappa Gamma Society International is for key women educators. warded to the lab in Roanoke for presented with the cell phone evi- testing. Scientist Wendy Gibson dence, he admitted that he had tested the firearm and shell and been in that section of Pulaski responsible gun ownership," ing" into a more pro-gun candi- compared them to the shotgun County. pellets and the shotgun wadding Northam said. date. Guns Gillespie thinks it's possible to Libertarian Cliff Hyra sup- that was removed from Roger During this time the defendant Roope's body. Gibson concluded Continued from page A1 "respect" each college's unique ports both universal background James sold a .32 cal H&R culture while protecting the checks and allowing people who that the shotgun pellets were 7 ½ revolver to Thomas Bivens. That weapons during the worst mass size. She also concluded that rights of law-abiding citizens to have obtained a protective order firearm was traced to Pauline shooting in U.S. history. carry guns. He did not respond to to carry a concealed handgun those pellets and the wadding Roope, the victim's mother. The from the body were consistent other specific questions about his without a permit. victim had received the firearm at WHERE THE CANDI- policy on guns except to say that All three candidates expressed with the 12 gauge shotgun and the his mother's death years earlier. DATES STAND: shotgun shell discovered at James' he would "uphold our openness to banning "bump The defendant James denied steal- In addition to supporting uni- Constitution and protect stocks" like those used by the house. Although Gibson would ing the gun from the victim but versal background checks, testify that the items were consis- Virginians' 2nd Amendment Las Vegas gunman. said that he received it from Tony Northam opposes allowing peo- rights." "If there's a device that allows tent with the gun, she could not Albert. Albert denied ever selling ple who obtain a protective order testify that the evidence proved Gun-rights advocate Philip you to circumvent that law, I a firearm to James. against an abuser to be able to Van Cleave, president of the think it's perfectly legitimate to carry a concealed handgun with- Virginia Citizens Defense regulate and ban that device," Gaither vocal band lead singer, Crabb out a permit. He called Liberty's League, said both candidates Gillespie said. push for more guns on campus have shifted on gun issues. He to be at River of Life Church Sunday "absurd." noted that Northam used to vote The Patriot "We have to use some com- occasionally in favor of pro-gun Adam Crabb, lead singer of at 6:00 p.m mon sense and we have to stand legislation as a state senator. He 808-3949 Gaither vocal band, will be at up as a society and really support said Gillespie has been "evolv- www.pcpatriot.com River of Life Church this The church is located at 5311 Sunday evening, October 22nd Black Hollow Road, Dublin. Stafford

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policy, that I wrote to closely replaced seats in the PCHS mirror that of other school divi- Little Theater, and the interior sions, specifies that any year- renovations at Critzer end funds in the school operat- Elementary this past summer ing budget be re-appropriated to that included new flooring, ceil- a School Capital Fund for ing tiles, and lights. And now school renovation projects. The we are moving forward with money in the School Capital plans to replace the HVAC sys- Fund can be accumulated and tem at Critzer Elementary next carried forward from year-to- summer. year to allow for long-range In summary, I know that I am planning of capital projects. biased but I would argue that Although the school capital our school system manages its fund has no dedicated funding finances well and that includes source other than our carryover our year-end balance or carry- funds, we have been able to over funds. Finally, I stay pret- accomplish the following: a ty busy, but I would be ready roof replacement at the PCHS and willing to meet with any CTE center totaling almost $1 citizen that has questions or million, replacing the chiller at concerns about our carryover the CTE center, an emergency funds and how they have been replacement of the chiller at used in the past. Pulaski Elementary School, replaced the PA system at Chris Stafford is Assistant PCHS, installed security cam- Superintendent for Finance eras at all schools lacking them, and Business Operations. Page A8 - The Patriot - Friday, October 20, 2017 First Presbyterian Church Preschool celebrates community helpers

First Presbyterian Church Preschool in Pulaski last week celebrated community helpers, spotlighting many of the helpers right here in Pulaski County. Photos are by Stacey Utt, Preschool Director

On Wednesday, different members of the Pulaski Sheriff's Dept came to visit and let us look at their vehicles. Pictured is Kayla Stultz, lieutenant for criminal investigations and her bloodhound, Arley. Arley is used for human tracking. Also pictured is Deputy Sheriff Jamie Radclife, Animal Control Officer Shay McMillan, Madyson McMillan, Nia Grubb, Channing Coon, Jaxon Phillips, Nora Day, Adina Goff, Madelyn Moles, Brintley Pennington, Cole Goff, Firefighters Dusty Andrews and Eddie Arnold, and Conservation Police Officer David Peak.

Todd Garwood is demonstrat- ing stop, drop, and roll with the help of Cole Goff. Last week was Fire Prevention Chris Utt, licensed physical therapist assistant, came to visit. He Week in Pulaski County. talked about physical therapy and did exercises with the kids.

Bradley Coon, RN, came to visit us on Wed. He talked to us about washing our hands to prevent illness, and then each child was given the opportunity to listen to their own heartbeats. Pictured is Bradley helping Nora Day listen to her heart.

Robin from The Blue Ridge Fudge Lady, brought us fudge sam- ples and talked to us about being a baker.

In observance of Fire Prevention Week, Sparky came to visit and is being embraced by Adina Goff.

Call Us At 808-3949 [email protected] [email protected] www.pcpatriot.com THE PULSE The Patriot - Friday, October 20, 2017 - Page B1 October 21 October 29 November 11 Solomon's Closet Cowboy Church offers new Clothing Bank ministry Former Renfro employees to Bread of Life to hold fifth week Boating Safety Course On the third and fourth week of get together singing Boating Safety Course for New and used clothing for chil- each month Cowboy Church If you are a former Renfro Bread of Life/ Assembly of God Operators of Boats and Personal dren and adults. Requested dona- offer food bags to the elderly employee and would like to get will hold its fifth week of Watercraft will be held on tion of $1 for 10 items. Clothing and shut -ins. On these weeks, together with other former singing on Oct. 29 at 3 p.m. The Saturday, November 11, 2017 donations, also accepted and interested participants may employees please come to the church is located on Robinson from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM at welcome. The Clothing Bank is come by the church at 12 noon Steer House in Pulaski on Oct. Tract Rd. The public is invited. Montgomery County open the second and third for pick up if able. Delivery is 21 at 2 p.m. Government Center, 755 Tuesdays 10 a.m. - 12 noon. available if necessary. Call Mike November 4 Roanoke Street, Christiansburg. New Life Church of the and Pat Thompson at 540-577- October 22 The course is taught by the Nazarene is located at 45 4923. Cowboy Church is locat- Draper Valley P.H. Church to United States Coast Guard S.Jefferson Ave., Pulaski. ed at 520 E. Main St., Pulaski First Missionary Baptist to host Fall Festival Auxiliary Flotilla 83 and the (across from Downtown celebrate 145th Anniversary A Fall Festival will be held at Virginia Department of Game Feeding America Exxon). and Homecoming Draper Valley P.H. Church on and Inland Fisheries (DGIF). Distribution of fresh produce AmVets Post #50 First Missionary Baptist Church Saturday, November 4, 8 a.m. - 3 Each graduate earns a wallet card and baked goods at no charge on of New River will celebrate the p.m. There will be crafts, baked showing successful completion a first-come-first-served basis, AmVets Post #50 meets each 145th Church Anniversary and goods, and yard sale items. of the class. Most major insur- Saturday's from 2:30 p.m. - 3:30 Friday from 6 p.m. - 7 p.m. Homecoming on Sunday, Oct. Breakfast and lunch will be ance companies endorse the p.m. New Life Church of the Dinners sold at post. The post is 22 at 3 p.m. Guest minister is served. Directions to church: course and allow insurance pre- Nazarene is located 45 S. located at 1018 East Main St., Rev. David Jones, pastor of From Interstate 81, take Exit 86 mium discounts to graduates. Jefferson Ave., Pulaski. Pulaski. For more information Williams Memorial Baptist 5662 East Lee Highway, Max This course is approved by the 540-994-6006. Church in Roanoke, Va. along Meadows. National Association of State Ruth's Harvest with choir and congregation. Boating Law Administrators and Food pantry and boxes prepared N.A. Principles before First Missionary Baptist GPS November 10 recognized by the United States for qualified recipients twice Personalities address is 7318 Manns Dr., Coast Guard. Materials and monthly. Applications available N.A. Principles before Radford, Va. 24141. Max Creek Baptist Church to instruction are free of charge. at the church office. New Life Personalities meets Thursday at host the singing ministry of the Bring a pencil, highlighter, and Church of the Nazarene is locat- 7 p.m.; Friday and Saturday at 6 October 23 Glorylanders lunch. Children 12 and under ed at 45 S. Jefferson Ave., p.m. at the First Presbyterian Max Creek Baptist Church is must be accompanied by an Pulaski. Church Annex located at 4th Good Neighbor Club to meet proud to present the gospel song adult. Pre-Registration is and Jefferson St., Pulaski, Va. Pulaski Flea Market is open The Good Neighbor Club will ministry of the Glorylanders of required. Register online at For more information, go to The Pulaski Flea Market is open meet Monday, Oct. 23, 2017, at New River Valley on Nov. 10, 7 https://www.register- www.newrivervalleyna.org for the season. The flea market the Anderson Memorial p.m. This is an old time style ed.com/events/view/100312 For will remain open through Presbyterian Church fellowship acapella group. Come all and more information contact Mendy October. It is located on Al-Anon - Pulaski: hall at 5 p.m. for Potluck and receive a blessing from their Harman at Commerce Street across from Pulaski Al-Anon Family Group meeting. Pat Spencer song ministry. You will also be [email protected] the Historic Train Station. Hours (a support group for friends and will read the devotions. blessed with a free meal at 6 p.m. ov or 540-494-3569. are 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. families of alcoholics) meet October 23 with the song ministry of the every Monday night at 8 p.m. at Glorylanders to follow at 7 p.m. November 14 Celebrate Recovery Support the Pulaski Presbyterian Church The church is located at 3000 Weekday Religious Education group at VHM of America across from Magic Old Rt.100 Rd., Draper, Sons of Confederate Vets, Valley Harvest Ministries in Mart. Contact number: 540- Council to meet Va.24324.Call the church at 980- The WRE Council will meet at Stuart Horse Artillery Camp to Dublin is now sponsoring a sup- 980-5233. 0422 or call John Viers at 980- meet port group for people who are noon Monday, Oct. 23, 2017 at 4302 or 320-9711. AA: Aldersgate United Methodist The Sons of Confederate working through hurts, habits Veterans, Stuart Horse Artillery and hang- ups. The group meets Alcoholics Anonymous meet Church for a brown bag lunch November 11 Monday at 8 p.m. (closed meet- meeting. Anyone interested in Camp 1784 will meet on each Thursday at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, November 14, 7 p.m. at Food will be served at 6:30 p.m. ing); Wednesday (noon); and this ministry for our children is Pulaski County Toy Run pre- Thursday at 8 p.m. (open meet- invited to attend. All churches Ray's Restaurant on Rt. 221, followed at 7 p.m. with a large pares for ride north of Floyd. Members of the group meeting and then every- ings) at Pulaski Presbyterian are asked to have a representa- The Pulaski County Toy Run is Church of America across from tive attend. United Daughters of the one will divide into smaller planned for November 11. Confederacy (UDC) are also groups at 8 p.m. The church is Magic Mart. For more informa- October 24 Riders will gather at invited to attend. For further located at 1 Harvest Place in tion call 980-5233. Truliant/Skyline Bank Parking information, please call 1-216- Dublin. Draper UMC to host Tuesday Lot in Fairlawn.Registration is 233-8401 or 239-9864. Spaghetti Supper Fundraiser 11 a.m. - 12 p.m. Cost to ride is Family Support Group for the The Draper United Methodist $20 or new unwrapped toy per Pulaski Daily Bread in need of Losses in Our Lives Church will hold a spaghetti rider. The Toy Run will leave volunteers Meets 1st Thursday of each supper on October 24, 5 p.m. - 7 from Fairlawn at 12 noon. Come Daily Bread is in need of servers month in the L. Brinkley Eure p.m. in the fellowship hall. The out and help put a smile on a on several different days, so if Education Building located church is located at 3080 child's face. Open to all types of you can spare a few hours a behind LewisGale Hospital Greenbriar Rd. in Draper. The cars, trucks, and motorcycles. week you may contact Debbi Pulaski 2 sessions are available menu will consist of spaghetti Door prizes and hot food at the Harrell (Director) at 980-2131 each month. Times are from 12 with meat sauce, tossed salad, end of the ride. For more infor- between the hours of 8:30 a.m. - noon - 1 p.m. and from 7 p.m. - garlic toast, homemade desserts, mation call 540-835-3543 ask 12:30 p.m. Monday through 8 p.m. Light Refreshments pro- coffee, and soft drinks for a for Max. All toys will go to the Friday. vided. donation at the door. Let us do Pulaski Christmas Store. Follow Us On the cooking on Tuesday and Dublin Presbyterian Annual The Patriot Twitter enjoy a great evening of fellow- Bazaar 808-3949 ship while supporting the @ThePCPatriot The Dublin Presbyterian Church fundraiser to help with demoli- www.pcpatriot.com Annual Bazaar will be held tion costs of the nursing home November 11, 8 a.m. - 2 p.m. /yard sale building. Takeouts Fried Pies, cakes, hot dogs, will be available. beans and cornbread, clothing, October 29 and many other treasures. Fall Bazaar at Elite School of New Mount Olive UMC Dance celebrate Women's Day Elite Fall Bazaar at Elite School of Dance. November 11, 9 a.m. - Women's Day Program 2 p.m. There will be vendors and Celebration "2017" at New crafters, along with a bake sale. Mount Olive United Methodist Door prizes. Free admission. Church 309 Russell Avenue in Elite School of Dance is located Radford on Sunday October 29, at 451 Cleburne Blvd in Dublin 2017. Service will begin at 3 (Rt.100 across the road from p.m. with Guest Speaker Dollar General) More info call Reverend Dr. Karen E. Black 540-750-6997 Pastor of Randolph Avenue United Methodist Church of Tables of Treasures Sale Pulaski. Other ministers will be First Christian Church is hosting participating in the program "Tables of Treasures" sale on Ginny Tompkins Pastor of Saturday, Nov. 11, 8 a.m. - 2 Belspring, Morgan's Chapel p.m. at the church located on and Rockford UMC and Kathy North Jefferson Ave., in Pulaski. Carpenter Pastor of Asbury There will be ham biscuits, hot UMC of Christiansburg. Music dogs, baked good, handmade provided by choirs from craft, floral arrangements, dolls, Randolph Avenue, Morgan's wreaths, local honey, jewelry, Chapel, and Asbury UMC. country furniture, quilts, Vera Lunch will be served from 1:30 Bradley, ThirtyOne, Scentsy, p.m. - 2:45 p.m. All women are local photography and this and encouraged to wear Red & Pink that. or Black & White. For more Information call the church 639- 6425 on (Sunday Mornings Adult Day Care and Fall only) at 10:30 a.m. and ask for Prevention Center hosts Shantel Doyle. Program is spon- BINGO sored by the United Methodist Adult Day Service and Fall Women of New Mount Olive. Prevention Center hosts BINGO on the 4th Saturday of each month from 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. at the Ruritan building on 4th and Pulaski Old Time Jamboree Jefferson St in Pulaski. The A Bluegrass Jam session for building is located near Seagle's players of all ages is held every Funeral Home. Thursday evening 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. at the Pulaski Senior Narcotics Anonymous Center. Join the jam by playing an instrument or singing or just The NA group HOW meets come by and enjoy the music. each Sunday 6 p.m. at the Christ Call John "Doc" McElroy at Episcopal Church located at 320-3688 for more information. 144 Washington Ave., in The center is located across the Pulaski. The meeting is open to street from the post office. everyone. Page B2 - The Patriot - Friday, October 20, 2017 Church Directory Worship Each Week In The Church Of Your Choice

First Baptist Church Dublin Baptist Church Memorial Baptist Church 325 Randolph Avenue 100 Hawkins Street 995 Peppers Ferry Road Pulaski, Va. 24301 This Week’s Dublin, VA 24084 Pulaski, VA 24301 Pastor: Dr. Henry Fiske Jr. 540-674-6061 Pastor: Michael S. Jones Sunday School - 10 a.m. [email protected] Sunday Morning Service - 11 a.m. Featured Church Website: dublinbaptistva.org 9:45 am - Sunday School Fellowship Wednesday - 5:45 to Pastor: Dennis Jones 11:00 am - Worship 6:30 p.m. Sunday School: 9:45 a.m. Wednesday Bible Study - 6:30 to 7:15 Randolph Ave. UMC Morning Worship: 11 a.m. 6:30 pm - Prayer Meeting Telephone: 980-6565 Children's Church and Nursery Telephone Number: 1607 Randolph Avenue Evening Service: 6 p.m., Youth (540) 980-4731 Draper Valley Baptist Church Pulaski, VA 24301 and Nursery Email: 3200 Lee Highway Pastor: Rev. Dr. Karen Black Monday, Wednesday and Friday: [email protected] Draper, Va. 24324 Sunday School: 10 a.m. Walking in the Family Life Pastor: Wilfred "Willie" Overton Worship: 11 a.m. Center, 9:30-10:30 a.m. River of Life Church Service Times: Phone: 540-980-8775 Tuesday: Women's Bible Study, 5311 Black Hollow Road, Bible Study Sunday, 10 a.m. 10 a.m. Dublin, Virginia 24084 Sunday Worship, 11 a.m. Wednesday, Adult and Youth Shawn Burchett, Pastor Sunday Evening, 6 p.m. Bible Study and Mission Friends, Sunday School 9:15 AM Prayer Service, Wed. 6 p.m. 7 p.m. Sunday Morning Worship 10:30 Phone: 980-1028 AM www.drapervalleybaptist.org Christ Episcopal Church Valley Harvest Ministries First United Methodist Church Wednesday Evening Life [email protected] 144 North Washington Avenue 1 Harvest Place 301 N. Jefferson Ave. - Pulaski Building Service 7:00 PM Pulaski P.O. Box 458 (physical address) www.rolcdublin.com Grace Baptist Church Service: 10 a.m. every Sunday Dublin, VA 24084 135 Fourth St., NW - Pulaski 540-674-4500 552 E. Main Street Phone: 980-2413 Senior Pastor Steve Willis (mailing address) Dublin, Va. 24084 Email: [email protected] Associate Pastors: Pastor's Name: Delton Church of God Pastor: Doug Testerman www.christpulaski.dioswva.org Perry Slaughter, Elaine Wood, Melissa Smith of Prophecy 674-1762 Derick Burton Associate Pastors: 4570 Boyd Road Primary Services: Jordan's Chapel UMC Sunday Worship: 10 a.m. Sebastian Ruiz, Hispanic Pastor Draper, VA 24324 9:45 a.m. Sunday School Pastor: Rev. Becky Wheeler Wednesday School 7 p.m. Taylor Downey, Director of Pastor Vickie Lee Viars 11 a.m. Sunday worship Worship: 9:30 a.m. www.vhmdublin.org Youth Ministries. Sunday Night Power Hour, 6 to Sunday School: 10:45 a.m. 540-674-4729 Sunday Services Sunday School: 10 a.m. 7 p.m. Wednesday Bible Study: 7 p.m. 8:30AM - Hispanic Worship Sunday worship: 11 a.m. Wednesday Night 7 to 8 p.m. Randolph Avenue United 8:45AM - Contemporary Sunday worship: 6 p.m. Grace Kids and Teens Bible Cecil's Chapel United Methodist Church Worship Wednesday worship: 6 p.m. Study Methodist Church 1607 Randolph Avenue 10:00AM - Sunday School 5801 Cecil's Chapel Road, Pulaski, VA 24301 11:00AM - Traditional Worship Heritage Church Open Door Baptist Church Hiwassee, VA 24347 Pastor: Rev. Dr. Karen Black Contact Info. 6195 Cleburne Boulevard, 4576 Miller Lane Pastor RuthAnne Henley Sunday School: 10 a.m. Phone: 540.980.3331 Dublin Pulaski, VA 24301 Worship service is 8:45am- Worship: 11 a.m. e-mail: [email protected] Pastor Jevema Michelle King Pastor: Rev. N.K. Howlett 9:45am Phone: 540-980-8775 website: www.fumcpulask.org Service Times: Wednesdays, 7 Primary Services: Sunday School is 10 - 10:45am p.m.; Sundays, 9 and 11 a.m. Sunday School, 9:45 a.m. Ricky Dishon, 540 239 6360, Mountain View United Belspring Baptist Church (540) 674-9220 Worship, 11 a.m. www.facebook.com/cecilschapel Methodist Church 6887 Depot Street W ebsite: Wednesday Night, 7 p.m. .umc 6648 Wilderness Road Belspring, VA 24058 www.heritagechurch.net Phone: 980-2046 Dublin, VA 24084 Pastor Darrell Linkous Facebook.com/ Newbern United Methodist Phone: 540-674-6111 Service Times: HeritageChurchDublinVA Draper United Methodist Church Website: Sunday School: 10 a.m. Church 5155 Wilderness Road mountainviewumc.yolasite.com/ Sunday worship: 11 a.m. Fairlawn Baptist 3080 Greenbriar Road Exit 98 off I-81 Newbern Pastor: Paige Wimberly Wednesday Bible Study and 6758 Oxford Avenue Draper, VA 24324 Rev. Paige Wimberly Adult Sunday School: 10 a.m. Youth Group: 7 p.m. Fairlawn, VA 24141 Pastor: Ruth Anne Henley 674-6111 Morning Worship with Darrell Linkous: 353-0081 Primary Service Times: Worship Services: 9:45 a.m. Children's Church at 11 a.m. [email protected] Sunday School, 10 a.m. Sunday School: 11 a.m. om Worship, 11 a.m. Phone: 540-392-8016 To Add Your Church To The Directory, Call (540) 808-3949

Jesus Is Our Savior What Does God Think Of The Name Jesus, in the day long; this is my story, this is Me, A Prisoner? Hebrew Language means Teach Me my song, praising my Savior, all Yahway is Salvation or Yahwey the day long." Q: I'll be released from Saves. Jesus is our Savior. He Your Word Evidently the rich young ruler prison in a few months, and My came to seek and to save that believed that there was some I'm really scared. I don't which was lost. His main mis- O Lord good work he could do that have the strength to stay on Answer sion was to save fallen man. As would assure him of eternal life. the straight and narrow, and Terry I know I'll just end up back the Angel told Joseph, the hus- McCraw But the truth is, there are no band to be of Mary, "And she good works that we can do to in prison (although I don't shall bring forth a son, and thou inherit eternal life. "We are want to). I guess I need God, Billy Graham shalt call His Name Jesus, for assurance of eternal life. And he saved by grace, through faith, but I doubt if God needs me. He shall save His people from wanted to know what good and that not of ourselves. It is a No one else does. No, of course not. He loves their sins." Matt. 1:21. work he could do to obtain eter- gift of God, not of works, lest you, and He wants to forgive Ever since Adam and Eve nal life. any man should boast." A: The most important truth you for all your sins-no matter sinned against God in the When a person, any person, We cannot earn eternal life, I can ever tell you-and the what you've done. More than Garden of Eden, and separated comes to that point in his or her but we can accept it as a free most important truth you can that, He wants to come into themselves from God and life and yearns for the blessed gift of God's grace. ever know-is that God loves your life and give you the plunged the whole human race assurance of eternal life, he or Jesus said unto him, "Thou you, and He wants to come strength to live as you should. into sin, humanity has faced a she is on the right track to knowest the commandments; do into your life and help you. By a simple step of faith, dilemma. The human spirit cries receive that which is lacking in not commit adultery; do not kill; God's promise is for you: "I invite Christ to come into your out for a reunion with the their lives. do not steal; do not bear false have loved you with an ever- life today. Then ask Him to Creator. There is a God shaped Blessed assurance of eternal witness; honor thy father and lasting love" (Jeremiah 31:3). lead you to a church where you void in every human heart that life comes when a person real- thy mother. And he said, all How do I know this is true? can grow strong in your faith, can only be filled by God. We izes that they are lost in sin, and these have I kept from my youth The reason is because God has and can meet people who will all need a Savior, to forgive us comes to Jesus for forgiveness up." already demonstrated His love encourage you and help you of our sins and to reorient our and salvation. The Spirit of God Then Jesus said unto him, for us by sending His Son, live for Christ. lives towards God. So God, in comes into their hearts and gives "Yet thou lackest one thing. Sell Jesus Christ, into the world to His grace, has provided a way them the assurance of eternal all that you have and give to the die for us. He was without sin- for us to have salvation and a life. poor and thou shalt have treas- but God appointed Him to renewed relationship with Him, Romans 8:16 says, "His Spirit ures in heaven and come and become the final and complete through His Son. beareth witness with our spirit follow Me. And when he heard sacrifice for our sins. On the Luke 18:18. "And a certain that we are the children of God." this, he was very sorrowful, for cross all our sins were placed ruler asked Him saying, Good The old Fannie Crosby hymn he was very rich." on Him, and He took upon Master, what shall I do to inherit states a wonderful truth."Blessed He loved his riches more than Himself the judgment and Hell eternal life?" Assurance, Jesus is mine; Oh he loved God. He loved his rich- that you and I deserve. And This ruler, Matthew said he what a foretaste of glory divine; es more than he loved becoming God proved this, by raising was young, had somehow heir of salvation, purchase of a Disciple of Christs'. And Jesus Him from the dead. Like Us At acquired great wealth. He had God; Born of His Spirit, washed gave a specific answer to a spe- Would Christ have died for everything that money could in His blood. cific individual, and also gave you if you were worthless? Pulaski buy. However something was This is my story, this is my Would Jesus have gone to the County-Patriot missing in His life. He had no song, praising my Savior, all the See MCCRAW, page B3 cross if He didn't love you? The Patriot - Friday, October 20, 2017 - Page B3 Church Directory Worship Each Week In The Church Of Your Choice

Pulaski Seventh Day Adventist Draper's Valley Presbyterian Dublin Christian Church Dora Highway Baptist Church St. Edward's Catholic Church Church (PCA) 1643 Dora Highway, Pulaski Corner of North Washington Corner 4th St. and Henry Ave. Address: 2755 Old Baltimore 5605 Dunlap Road Pastor Harry L. Gunter Avenue and 7th Street N.W. Pulaski, VA 24301 Road, Draper, VA 24324 P.O. Box 1330 320-0738 Pulaski Pastor: Don Elswick Mailing address: Same as above Dublin, VA 24084 Assoc. Pastor Phone: 980-6511 Assoc. Pastor: Donald L. Pastor's Name: Rev. Robert E. (540) 674-8434 Rev. Herman Sarver Fax: 980-6511 Cressell Davis www.dublinchristianchurch.com 980-2827 Priest: Fr. Bernie Ramirez Services: Sabbath School, 9:30- Associate Pastor: Rev. Roland Richard R. Goad, Jr. Sunday School 10 a.m. Mass: 11 a.m. Sunday, 10 a.m. 10:45 a.m. Mathews Senior Minister Sunday Worship 11 a.m. Thursday (Summer only) Worship: Saturday, 11 a.m. - Primary Service Times: Sunday School 10 a.m. Wednesday Night Bible Study Noon Sunday Morning Worship Worship 11 a.m. 7 p.m. Pulaski First Church of the 540-980-3576 Service 8:30 and 11:00 Sunday Evening Worship and Brethren [email protected] Sunday Evening Worship Youth Meeting, 6 p.m. Pulaski Christian Church, Inc. 1749 Newbern Road Service 6:15 p.m. Wednesday Bible Study and 4531 Brookmont Road, Pulaski, Pulaski, VA 24301 First Missionary Baptist Wednesday Evening (5:45 Children's Bible Classes, 7 p.m. VA 24301 Pastor Frank Peters Church Supper in the Fellowship Hall www.pulaskichristianchurch.com/ Sunday School: 9:45 7318 Manns Drive / P.O. Box 90 (Sept thru May) - Youth Groups Anderson Memorial Rev. Kathy Newton, Pastor, Worship: 11 a.m. New River, Virginia 24129 and Adult Bible Study 6:30 p.m.) Presbyterian Church (540) 250-2974 Wednesday Bible Study: 7 p.m. (540) 639-5331 Contact Info: 319 Franklin Avenue, Pulaski Bishop W. David Hoover, 980-3798 email: [email protected] Phone - 540-994-9015 (540) 980-2277 Pastor Emeritus Also on FACEBOOK e-mail - Dr. David Kester, Pastor (540) 230-5290 Abundant Life Ministries Pastor: [email protected] Sunday School, 9:45 a.m. Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Rev. Richard A. Goodman, Sr. website - www.dvpca.org Morning Worship 11 a.m. Worship 11 a.m. 3050 Lee Highway Associate Ministers: Worship 7 p.m. Pulaski, VA 24301 Rev. Teri Lewis Trinity Lutheran First Presbyterian Church Monday Bible College (540) 980-5506 Rev. Annette Cheek Church ELCA 408 N. Jefferson Avenue, Pulaski 7 to 9 p.m. (Mon. - Fri., 9 a.m.-1 p.m.) Church Clerk: Pastor Melissa McNair-King Wednesday Bible Study Pastor Randall K. Lawrence Sr. Mrs. Carlotta Lewis 2 Fifth Street, N.W. (540) 980-2131 7 p.m. Sunday Worship 10 a.m. Service Schedule: Pulaski [email protected] Sunday Evenings 6 p.m. Sundays: 540-980-3624 www.firstpresbyterianpulaski.org Aldersgate United Methodist Wednesday Evenings (Family Morning Worship 11:00 a.m. The Rev. Terrie Sternberg Sunday Services: 1946 Medallion Drive Night) 7 p.m. Sunday School 9:45 a.m. trinitypulaski @gmail.com Sept.-May: Sunday School, 9:45 Pulaski, VA 24301 Adult Bible Study The Lord's Supper - Each First Sunday Worship 11 a.m. a.m., Service 11 a.m. (540) 980-1349 U-Turn Youth Service Sunday (Sept. - May) June-Labor Day: Service 10 a.m. Pastor Becky Wheeler Children's Ministries Wednesdays: Sunday Worship 10 a.m. Wednesday Family Night, 6 - Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Prayer Meeting & (June - Aug.) 7:30 p.m. Sunday Worship 11 a.m. First Church of God, Dublin Bible Study 6:30 p.m. Bible Study: Wednesday, 12:30 6330 Courtney Lane, Dublin www.trinitypulaski.org Thornspring United Methodist First Baptist Church Pastor Chris McMurray Dublin United Methodist Church 220 Magazine Street, Pulaski, Sunday School at 9:45 a.m. Church Trinity United Methodist 5670 Thornspring Church Rd. Va. Worship Service at 10:45 a.m. 424 East Main Street, Dublin Pastor: Judy Yonce Dublin, VA 24084 Rev. Douglas Patterson Wednesday Bible Study, 7 p.m. Pastor Don Hanshew Sunday Worship - 9:45 a.m. Pastor: Rev. Teresa Tolbert 10 a.m. Sunday School (540) 674-5128 Bible Study - Wednesday, 7 p.m. Sunday School: 10 a.m. 11 a.m. Worship New Life Church of the [email protected] 528 5th Street, S.E. Worship Service: 11 a.m. Nazarene www.dublinumc.com Pulaski, Va. Phone: (540) 980-2927 Pulaski Presbyterian Church 45 S. Jefferson Avenue First Service, 8:45 a.m. Phone - 980-0820 (PCA) Pulaski, VA 24301 Sunday School, 9:30 a.m. First Baptist Church 975 Memorial Drive 540-980-2001 Second Service, 10:55 a.m. Dublin Church of God of 5473 Baskerville Street Prophecy Pulaski, VA 24301 www.newlifepulaski.com Dublin, VA 24084 Office Phone:980-2631 Snowville Baptist Church 100 South Main St., Dublin email: [email protected] Pastor Wallis Brown Email: [email protected] 3238 Gum Log Road, Hiwassee Services: Pastor: Julie Armbrister 540-674-2677 Website: www.pulaskipca.org 639-6254 Sunday School, 10 a.m. Sunday School (all ages) 9:30 Service: 11 a.m. Stated Supply: Rev. John Gess Pastor: Neil Wood Morning Worship, 11 a.m. a.m. Sunday School: 10:00am Associate: Matthew Wood Sunday night, 6 p.m. Sunday worship: 10:45 a.m. New River Valley Baptist Worship Service: 11:00am Sunday School: 10 a.m. Pastor Rickey Freeman and wife Church Wednesday Bible Study: 6 p.m. Rose invites everyone to attend. Sunday Services: 11 a.m., 6 p.m. 1973 Snider Lane Warriors For Christ II Phone 750-6533 Trinity Baptist Church Wednesday Night Service: 7 p.m. Pulaski, VA 24301 Pastor Sherman Buckner 4008 Robinson Tract Road Pastor: W. Jeff Aikens 600 Skyline Circle Pulaski, VA 24301 Phone: 980-8628 Pulaski, VA Visit Pastor Johnny Howlett Sunday School: 10 a.m. Phone: 540-315-2317 The Patriot at Services: Morning Worship: 11 a.m. Sunday School: 10 a.m. Sunday School - 9:45 a.m. www.pcpatriot.com Evening Worship: 6 p.m. Worship: 11 a.m. and 7 p.m. Sunday Worship - 11 a.m. for daily obituary Wednesday Evening: 7 p.m. Thursday: 7 p.m. Service Wednesday - Adult Bible Study postings and Youth Group - 7 p.m. Telephone: 980-8186

McCraw Canada to perform at crusade Continued from page B2 We are extremely pleased to N. Washington Ave. in down- to do Friday night! us a principle to live by. That have Gospel Recording Artist town Pulaski Va. Everyone is welcome and we should lay up for ourselves Willis Canada singing for the invited to attend these powerful treasures in Heaven and not just Friday night Oct. 20th 7 pm serv- God has been moving mightily Crusade services. God bless you treasures on the earth. For ice at the Taking It To The in this Crusade and we are SO and we look forward to seeing treasures in Heaven are incor- Streets Crusade, located at 223 excited to see what He is going you at the Crusade! ruptible and eternal, whereas treasures on earth can rust, moths can destroy, and thieves can break through and steal. David Guzik said, "He had climbed the ladder of success only to find out that the ladder was leaning upon the wrong building." The rich young ruler went away sorrowful, for he was very rich. His riches became an Willis Canada obstacle to His relationship with God. He loved God, but he loved his riches more. He loved First Missionary them too much to part with Baptist to them. He wasn't willing to sell what he had and give the celebrate 145 years money to the poor and to take First Missionary Baptist up his cross daily and follow Church, 7318 Manns Drive, Christ. New River will celebrate its Anything that we love more 145th church anniversary and than we love God will keep us homecoming this Sunday, Oct. from being saved and a recipi- 22 at 3 p.m. ent of eternal life. Our love for Guest minister will be Rev. God must supersede our love David Jones, Pastor of Williams for anyone or anything else in Memorial Baptist Church in this life. God demands that we Roanoke, along with their choir put Him first in our lives and and members of their congrega- will not settle for second place. tion. Jesus must be Lord of our lives Rev. Richard A. Goodman is or He will not be in our lives at Senior Pastor of First Missionary all. Baptist. Page B4 - The Patriot - Friday, October 20, 2017 Riverlawn Takes Top Honors For Attendance Mary Rash, Director of Administration and Instruction for Pulaski County Schools reported recently that September was Attendance Awareness Month. School winners for attendance during the month were: 3rd Place - Dublin Elementary (96.46%), 2nd Place - Pulaski Elementary (96.62%), and 1st Place - Riverlawn Elementary (97.11%). Overall largest attendance gain over September 2016 was Riverlawn Elementary was a gain of 1.488%.

Hollywood Deco Fifties furniture is very pop- ular with vintage collectors today, but some earlier Art Deco designs from the 1930s are not in demand. Look at old movies on television to study some of the stranger pieces. The look is sometimes called "Hollywood Deco" because the extravagant rooms with huge round mirrors and sofas were exaggerations of the modern furniture used in average homes. An unfamiliar cabinet was sold recently at a Garth's auc- The Patriot - 808-3949 tion. It was a flat, round cabi- net on a base. When placed [email protected] against a wall, it showed all of www.pcpatriot.com the 51-inch diameter of the cabinet and the glass doors and shelves waiting to display a collection. The plain solid base stretched beyond the rounded sides to give safe support for the top-heavy design. This type of cabinet was made in the 1930s, but most for sale today were made in England, not the U.S. Most have no maker's name and the wood choice sug- gests it was not expensive when new. Some were oak or even mahogany, but many were made of laminate with grain painting. A cabinet like this sold at a Midwestern auction in 2016 for $450. A selection of similar round modernist curio cabinets found online had asking prices as high as $2,000, but most of these are in English shops and prices were cut to less than $500. *** Q: I'd like some information about a pitcher and washbowl made by Edward Clarke. It's marked on the bottom with two touching shields. The words "Edward Clarke, Tunstall, Trade Mark, Stone China" are above the shields and "Stone China" below. A: Edward Clarke made earthenware and white iron- stone at Phoenix Works in Tunstall, England, from about 1865 to 1877. That's when your pitcher and washbowl were made. They probably were part of a commode set that included a soap dish, chamber pot and other items. Before there was indoor plumbing, a commode set or chamber set was kept in the bedroom and emptied each morning.

This unusual round cabinet was made to hold a collection of curios or china. It was sold at a Garth's in Ohio auction for $450. The Patriot - Friday, October 20, 2017 - Page B5

Employee of the Month Pulaski County Schools recently recognized Ann Williams as its Employee of the Month. Ann has been in school nutrition for over 30 years. She is described by her nominator as an outstanding worker who brings laughter and joy to the PCHS School Nutrition program. She is always there to give students a smile and encouraging them to try new food. Ann works line number 2 at PCHS but when she is not there she is spending family time with all her children, grandchildren and even great grandchildren. Ann always overcomes every obstacle by leaning on her faith and is a member of the Bob White Church of God. Pulaski’s annual Christmas Parade set for Dec. 7 at 7 p.m. The Pulaski Christas Parade is set for Dec. 7 at 7 pm. The route will run the same as always: Jefferson Avenue up Main Street to Tractor Supply’s parking lot. Call (540) 577-1197 to enter. 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place plaques will be awarded to the floats entered in three categories: youth, adult, commercial. This year's theme is "Silver and Gold and Everything Cold." Page B6 - The Patriot - Friday, October 20, 2017

Photo by Sharon Calahan The Birds of ‘67 at 50th Fly In The Pulaski High School Class of 1967 completed their half century reunion at the Dublin Lions Club on September 29th to October 1st with a meet and greet, cruise of the old haunts and places of memory, Tom’s Lunch, social night and Sunday Church. All in all over 100 of the original flock came back to roost and sing the songs of their day ! Like us on Facebook at Birds of ‘67. Fall foresty, wildlife field tour set Nov. 2 Submitted By Bill Worrell

Combining education, net- working, sightseeing, and good food, the Fall Forestry and Wildlife Field Tours have provid- ed the opportunity to learn about sustainable forestry and wildlife management for over 40 years. This year's tours, offered by Virginia Cooperative Extension and the Virginia Forest Landowner Education Program in Virginia Tech's College of Natural Resources and Environment in collaboration with Virginia's natural resource agencies, companies, and associ- ations, will be in Pulaski County November 2. Stop 1: Log A Load - for Wildlife Our first stop of the day will showcase alternative logging practices used to create habitat for multiple wildlife species. Find It In The Classifieds Each Friday Specifically, we'll see a timber harvest performed to create habi- tat for grouse and golden-winged warblers, two species that rely on young forests, a habitat not well represented across the landscape of SW Virginia. Stop 2: Wildflowers - for Wildlife Native wildflowers and grasses are much better suited for native wildlife than old fields. This stop will teach you how to create habi- tat that provides excellent year round food and cover for many types of critters, including native pollinators. Stop 3: Turman Lumber Company We will tour this family-owned sawmill that produces an average of 120,000 board feet of lumber daily from both Eastern white pine and mixed Appalachian hardwoods. We'll also see how bark from the trees becomes mulch for your yard. Stop 4: Draper Mountain Estates Our tour will conclude with a visit to this Virginia Firewise award winning development. Learn what actions you and your neighbors can take to protect your properties from wildfire. The one-day tour will be held in Pulaski County on Nov. 2. Pre- registration is required, as space is limited on a first-come, first- served basis. The registration fee of $35 per person, which covers lunch, refreshments, and trans- portation, is due one week before the tour date. Please register on line at http://forestupdate.frec.vt.edu/onl ineregistration.html. For more information, contact Bill Worrell at 276-889-8056. A limited number of scholar- ships are available for K-12 teachers. Please contact Jennifer Gagnon, 540-231-6391 for details. The Patriot - Friday, October 20, 2017 - Page B7 Pulaski Democrats to meet October 25 Pulaski Democrats will meet on Wednesday, results. October 25, 2017 at 6:30 p.m. at the Pulaski County County and town citizens interested in participat- Courthouse, 45 Third St. NW, Pulaski, Virginia ing in the local Democratic Party and volunteering 24301. The meeting will be in the General District during this important election year are welcome. Court Room. For more information, contact Suzanne Bowen, Items on the agenda include a report on the can- chair of the Pulaski Democratic Party, at (540) 980- didates' forum and other past events, placing signs 4664 or [email protected]. and volunteering at polling places on Nov. 7, and Learn more at www.pulaskivadems.net and gathering at the Jackson Park Inn to watch election www.facebook.com/pulaskivadems/.

Draper Homemakers Club Supports Feed My Lambs Ashley McGrady presents a check for $350 from the Draper Homemakers Club to Vicky Steele, Coordinator of the Feed My Lambs Back Pack Program at Jordan's Chapel Church.

New 4-H Officers New 4-H Officers for the 2017-2018 year have been named. Congrats to Stephanie Covey - President; Olivia Ramsey - Vice President; Gabrielle Ramsey - Historian; Kylian Moran - Treasurer; and Destiny Moran - Secretary. Williams to give talk on history of Halloween at Glencoe Museum The Glencoe Mansion, Museum & Gallery is pleased to announce that Public Historian Rebecca Williams will give a talk on the history of American Halloween customs and celebra- tions. "Weird Old Figures and a New Twist: Halloween in the United States During the Gilded and Progressive Ages" will take place at the Glencoe Mansion on Tuesday, October 24, at 6:00 pm. Everyone is welcome. There is no admission charge. Halloween, an Irish folk holi- day in origin, came to the United States during the mid-1800s in the hearts and minds of immi- grants from the British Isles. However, it took several decades for the holiday to take root and spread across the nation. Rebecca Williams In her talk on the origins of an "American" Halloween, Rebecca Williams will use newspapers, magazines, postcards, and party catalogs to reveal who was behind Halloween's first burst of popularity in the U.S., how they shared it far and wide, and what deep cultural meanings it held 808-3949 for them in an era of great change. Rebecca Williams, a native of Radford, graduated in May 2017 from Virginia Tech with a Master's degree in History and Public History. She currently works Administration and Communications Director for St. Philip's Anglican Church in Blacksburg alongside her role as Social Media Coordinator for the Glencoe Mansion. The Glencoe Mansion is the historic home of General Gabriel C. and Nannie Radford Wharton. It is a combination of house museum, history exhibits and art gallery open to the public Tuesday through Saturday 10:00 am to 4:00 pm and Sunday 1:00 to 4:00 pm. Page B8 - The Patriot - Friday, October 20, 2017 Worrell recognized for support of Guard, Reserve, veterans In a ceremony hosted October serves to assist National Guard 12th, Sheriff Michael Worrell and Military Reserve Service- was recognized by the members when conflicts arise Department of Defense with their civilian employers as a Employer Support of the Guard result of their military obliga- and Reserve as a patriotic tions. Conflicts occasionally employer and presented the arise with civilian employers Patriot award and lapel pin. when a service member is called Several Deputy Sheriff's and up to deploy to warzones, natu- Military Veterans were present ral disasters, and training func- to honor Sheriff Worrell. The tions. award was presented for Sheriff In addition to protecting serv- Worrell's exemplary support for ice-members rights, the ESGR employees who serve in the recognizes Sheriff Worrell for Deputies from left to right: Terry Hale, Christopher Giampocaro, William Ward, Eric Milliner, National Guard and Reserve as going the extra step above and Barry Hale, Brett Downey, Barry Cox stand with Michael Worrell sitting. well as Military Veterans within beyond the written policy to the department. ensure that employees are taken county or conducting missions employees who also serve in one signed a statement of support The ESGR is a Department of care of, whether they are fulfill- with the U.S. Military Guard or of the Armed Forces Reserve with the ESGR. In signing the Defense organization which ing duties under his office for the Reserve in supporting their Components. Deputy Eric statement, Sheriff Worrell Milliner, who is an Army pledged a commitment to contin- Reserve Soldier and a Deputy ue to support Military Service- Sheriff with the Pulaski County members and Veterans who work Sheriff's Office, nominated at the Pulaski County Sheriff's Sheriff Worrell for the award. Office and to honor the ESGR Representative Barry Uniformed Services Cox, Retired U.S. Navy and Employment and Re- Department of Defense ESGR Employment Rights Act. "I feel Virginia area representative pre- it is our duty to support and sented Sheriff Worrell with the honor those who serve and have Patriot award. In presenting the served our country". award, The Patriot award is more Currently 12 Deputies, or than a certificate and lapel pin. roughly 26 percent of the depart- They are symbols of Sheriff ment, are veterans or current Worrell's unwavering commit- Reserve / Guard service mem- ment to his military employees. bers. Since taking over as Deputy Milliner states "Sheriff Sheriff, Worrell has hired three Worrell has always been sup- Military Veterans. Additionally portive of military personnel and this fall, the Pulaski County was a huge help in resolving an Sheriff's Office, Sheriff Worrell issues with needing time off to has also partnered with the train". United States Marine Corps In addition to the award pre- League for the Toys for Tots pro- sented today Sheriff Worrell gram. www.pcpatriot.com SPORTS The Patriot - Friday, October 20, 2017 - Page C1 ‘You gotta be kidding me’ The above headline was my response when I was informed Locker that Syracuse had defeated Clemson last Friday evening. It Room seems every year when that weekend comes along that there are no big top 25 matchups the Dan upsets are stunning. Callahan Let's see, unranked Syracuse knocked off Clemson who now seems to be in a bit of trouble did a few days ago. North with an injured quarterback, Carolina State is now solidly in then Cal routs Washington State, the picture, and so is Miami and Arizona State dominates Virginia Tech, and the Wahoos Washington, LSU comes from of Virginia are on a roll and 20 down to knockoff Auburn, they have a shot in the ACC Boise upsets San Diego State, until somebody says otherwise. and West Virginia KOs Texas TCU and Oklahoma figure to Tech. That's two of the top five, fight it out down the road for four of the top 10, and six of the the Big 12 title, and one of top 25 going down in one week- those two would seem to have a end. And Michigan, Michigan shot at the playoff. The Big 10 Rena Wilson photo / Courtesy of PC Touchdown Club State, Miami, and Southern Cal East is the toughest division in Ryan Castle splits the sticks above as he is on his way to one of the really good kicking seasons for were all very fortunate to win. college football with 6-0 Penn Pulaski County. Castle is 34 of 36 on extra point kicks and six of seven on field goals. Michigan had to beat Indiana in State, 6-1 Ohio State, 5-1 overtime, and Miami beat Michigan, and 5-1 Michigan Georgia Tech, the nation's best State. Penn State and Michigan two-loss team, on a deflected play this week. That's going to Cougars are 6-2 in 2017, and pass in the pouring rain on a be a dramatic round robin fourth and 10 play. This is why between those four teams. The college football is so exciting, winner would certainly have a their numbers are pretty good or frustrating, both actually. great shot at the playoff. Clemson can still win the The Pac 12? Maybe Southern By DAN CALLAHAN it's not. In 1975 on a trip to have thrown just as much (167) ACC, and can still be in the Cal, but I believe last weekend The Patriot Bluefield, the Beavers scored 69. with much less results. Final Four playoff, but the road I was there. It could have been And the defense has helped looks a lot more rocky than it See CALLAHAN, page C3 While the 6-2 record might be worse. Bleak days back then. itself a great deal with 13 pass a bit more than expectations for The Cougars are averaging interceptions and seven fumble the 2017 Pulaski County football seven more first downs a game recoveries. And the punting team, the numbers are pretty than the opposition, and even game has improved. The good as well. The Cougars are though struggling to find a run- Cougars have gone from the enjoying a bit of rest with a bye ning game, Pulaski Co. has out- worst punting game of a season week, so it's a good time to dis- rushed its opponents 1,278-829. ago to Conner Martin, now aver- sect the statistics, and the num- A lot of teams these days can't aging three yards more per punt bers are interesting. seem to run the pigskin. The than the opposition. Three yards Pulaski County has outscored Cougar defense is allowing only might not sound like that much, its opponents 304-182 on the sea- 103.6 yards per game. but in this case, it's a huge son, an over 16 points per game The Cougar passing game is improvement. margin. The Cougars have shattering virtually every record Kade Akers has connected on outscored its opponents in every in the book. Kade Akers has 97 of 167 passes for 1,852 yards, quarter, so the performance level passed for 1,852 yards, the oppo- a 231.5 per game average. All has been pretty consistent. I've sition 1,392. That's 231.5 aerial those numbers are program been asked if last week's 53 yards per game. Pulaski Co. is records. His 321 yards vs. points allowed to Blacksburg averaging 391.3 yards per game Hidden Valley is a single game was the most ever allowed in a to the opposition's 277.6. Pulaski passing yardage record. His 18 game by the Cougars, and cer- Co. has gained 3,130 total yards. touchdown passes is a new single tainly allowing 53 is not what And while the Cougars have season record, and if things con- anybody is looking for, but no, passed 170 times, the opponents tinue on without a hitch, he could break virtually every career pass- ing mark in just one season for Pulaski County. And an excellent receiving crops, and a pretty good pass blocking offensive front have been big aspects of the aerial package. E.J. Horton has caught 35 passes for 693 yards, a 19.8 average, and 10 touchdowns. Horton is likely to break every receiving record in the program's history, at least for a single sea- son. He has already set the single game record for three TD catches in a single game as well. But it does not stop there by any means. Mason Clark has 28 pass receptions for 465 yards and two touchdowns, and averages 16.6 yards per catch. Kellen Dalton, having a standout season as a multiple purpose player on offense, defense, and special teams, has caught 23 passes for 419 yards, six touchdown catch- es, and an average reception of 18.2. Toss Braeden Blevins in the mix too with 13 catches for 227 yards, a 17.5 average. Horton leads the way in the scoring department with 66 points, but the biggest improve- ment is definitely the leg and foot of Ryan Castle. Just like the punting game of a season ago, the kicking game was also far below par, but not anymore. Castle is having a banner season, and appears to be as good a kick- er with excellent range as any- body in the region. Castle has connected on 34 of 36 extra point conversion kicks and the two misses were not his fault. He is six of 7 on field goals and his miss came last Friday from 54 yards, and the kick was just a bit short, but on target. Castle has scored 52 points and is definitely one of the team's chief weapons. And while the defense has issues in a variety of ways from time to time, it also makes big plays too. This outfit has become a bunch of ball hawkers. The Cougars have intercepted 13 enemy passes. Dalton leads the way with three, Gage Mannon See NUMBERS, page C2 Page C2 - The Patriot - Friday, October 20, 2017 Northside, this would not even be a conversation. That's why Numbers it's important to realize under Continued from page C1 the present system, where there are no district championships to and Alex Akers both have two, win, every game of the season is and Alex returned his for a huge, even the very first one. touchdown. Horton, Martin, But Byrd is a much better O'Dell, Daymon Williams, example. The Terriors are unde- James Jackson, and Jacari feated at 7-0 and 6th in the Finley all have a pick. power ratings, behind two teams Reymon Williams who has with two losses. That's how teamed with Alex Akers at weak the schedule has been. inside linebacker to lead the Now Byrd plays Staunton River, team in tackles, has three fum- Lord Botetourt, and Northside ble recoveries. Jaceri Eaves has in its last three games, and a 7-3 two, and Travis Byrd and record would not be enough to Mannon both have one. get Jeff Highfill's team in the playoff. That 7-3 could even fin- VHSL Playoffs: ish as low at 10th. And now star The 2017 season is now in its tailback Bernard Basham has home stretch so the VHSL been dismissed from the team Power Ratings become a major for at least one game, and item. Pulaski County fell to 9th rumors say the rest of the sea- in Class 4, Region D after last son, and things are starting to week's loss at Blacksburg, drop- Rena Wilson photo / Courtesy of PC Touchdown Club look a bit bleak in Vinton. Above, Kade Akers rolls to his right and fires a pass over the top. He could break almost every career ping the season record to 6-2. But Pulaski County's opportu- passing record in just one season for the Cougars. The region is very difficult. nity to make the playoffs is very From top to bottom, maybe the much alive, not only for how strongest in the state. The 9th field advantage. So opportunity Chartlottesville lost last week of teams that have combined to much they can gain for winning rating puts the Cougars out of is very much there. A 7th win and dropped to 5-2 and 5th, Wm. win only 11 games. That's why any or both of its final two the playoff picture for the over PH next Friday would get Byrd is 7-0 and sixth, Amherst is the Cougars have won two more games, but the two teams ahead, moment. the Cougars in the playoffs in this 4-3 and 7th, and Jefferson Forest games than Amherst and Forest, Forest and Amherst have big That does not mean elimina- opinion. is 4-3 and 8th. Then comes but are still behind in the ratings. hurdles. Forest still has to play tion at all. The Cougars appear Presently E.C. Glass is top Pulaski County at 6-2, but only But there is a far worse exam- two of the strongest Class 3 pro- to be capable to winning their rated in the region with a 6-1 about a half point back of Forest. ple. In some seasons you can't do grams in the state in Brookville last two games against Patrick record, and a 28.7 power rating. But the ratings make it obvious anything about the schedule, and Heritage of Lynchburg. Henry and Salem, and if they Blacksburg is second at 7-1, and how important strength of sched- things just fall the way they fall. Amherst still has to also play do, they will make the playoff a 28.5 rating to it is close at the ule has become under the new Had the Cougars been able to Heritage and E.C. Glass the handily and maybe even com- top. GW-Danville is third at 6-1, rating system. Pulaski County's hang on and win the opening region's top rated team. mand an opening round home Salem fourth at 5-2, six wins have come over a group game of the season over So yes, there is still a great deal to play as the 2017 Pulaski County football season winds down. Bruins outscore Cougars, 53-28 BY DAN CALLAHAN The Patriot

BLACKSBURG -- It was expected to be a shootout. It was, and Pulaski County, like many teams previously this sea- son, got out-gunned by Blacksburg Friday, 53-28. The Cougars have skill and speed, and a potent passing game, but nobody in this region, and maybe the state, has the speed of Blacksburg. Pulaski County tried to hang with the Bruins, but the big plays just kept coming, and a couple big mistakes hurt the Cougars badly, and they just couldn't keep pace. If you made a mis- take, or missed a tackle, it was six points. Cole Beck, maybe the fastest high school player in the nation, scored on runs of 68, 54, and 13. He finished with 184 yards on 17 carries. Tiquest Terry caught and ran for touchdowns of 49, 10, and 24 yards. He finished with four pass receptions for 97 yards. Josh VanGilder took a short pass and turned it into a 64-yard touchdown. He finished with three catches for 90 yards. Quarterback Grant Johnson was very efficient hitting 13 of 19 passes for 224 yards. The Bruins finished with 455 yards of total offense. And to make matters worse, the Cougars botched a "pooch'' kickoff attempt to start the second half it was returned 54 yards for a touchdown by Chas Shelor. The Bruins scored from 49 yards or farther five times. The win pushed Blacksburg to 7-1 on the season, and dropped Pulaski County to 6-2. The Cougars will have an open date next Friday before finish- ing their season with a road game in Roanoke against Patrick Henry and a home game vs. Salem. "They have a lot of weapons,'' said PCHS head coach Stephen James. "Beck is the fastest down hill runner I've even seen in high school football. Terry is differ- ent, but he's just about as fast, and quicker. Blacksburg is the kind of team that you just can't miss a tackle, mess up an assignment, or be out of posi- tion. Make an error and they might score six. Your margin of error is very thin.'' But even with the margin of See BRUINS, page C3 The Patriot - Friday, October 20, 2017 - Page C3 Callahan

Continued from page C1 badly hurt the two teams from Since then there has been noth- the state of Washington. Big ing but bad decisions made in game this weekend, Southern the athletic directors office and Cal at Notre Dame. If USC the coaches on the field. Both wins they are in the mix, if desperately need to make a Notre Dame wins the Irish are good hire. Both need to find the definitely in the mix and the right man. How about Paul Trojans and the PAC 12 would Johnson from Georgia Tech? be out of the playoff running. The situation continues to Dabo Swinney has a strong thin out in the SEC. Auburn is constitution. After getting no longer in the chase. But knocked off by Syracuse last Alabama and Georgia certainly Friday, he showed up at are. I do not think it's likely, but Alabama the next day to be with at this stage with both the Tide his old team that won the 1990 and Bulldogs being unbeaten national title. For sure, some of and ranked in the top five, the glitz had to be worn off for should they meet in the SEC Swinney. And this is both a cool title game both undefeated, and refreshing statistic. Army depending on what happens has won twice this season with- elsewhere, the winner and the out completing a single pass. loser could possibly get in the And hats off to the Dukes of Photo by Jared C. Tilton/Getty Images playoff. James Madison who just keep Brad Keselowski, driver of the #2 Miller Lite Ford, leads Dale Earnhardt Jr., driver of the #88 rolling along, and to Virginia Mountain Dew Chevrolet, during the Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series Alabama 500 at Other Stuff: Tech, Virginia, and West Talladega Superspeedway on October 15, 2017 in Talladega, Alabama. Two coaches may have saved Virginia. All three still have the their jobs. Ed Ogeron at LSU opportunity for really outstand- and Dennis Sumlin at Texas ing seasons. And the next coach NASCAR rolls into Kansas A&M...... Two coaches have that could be on the hot seat? probably lost their jobs, Butch Hokie fans will see him Jones at Tennessee and Mike Saturday in Lane Stadium. He'll Riley at Nebraska. To me this is be wearing Carolina Blue. for Round of 12 Cutoff Race a stunning record, 359 consecu- tive sellouts at Nebraska and the From NASCAR (2008). Monster Energy NASCAR Cup last 10 years haven't been great, Pulaski On the bubble, between Series Playoffs cutoff race at and we're talking almost 90,000 The Monster Energy Jimmie Johnson (eighth), Kyle Kansas Speedway eight points for each game, it's a big house. NASCAR Cup Series rolls into Busch (ninth) and Matt Kenseth behind Jimmie Johnson for the Cornhusker fans are as loyal as County High Kansas Speedway for the Round (10th) - all separated by only final transfer spot to the Round any in the country, more so than of 12 cutoff race - the Hollywood eight points) - there are a total of of 8. most for sure because they keep Sports, Casino 400 (3 p.m. ET on nine Monster Energy NASCAR Kenseth is in a tough spot, but coming back. NBCSN, MRN and SiriusXM Cup Series titles. fortunately he's been strong at But those fans can speak Band Slate NASCAR Radio). Here is a look Kansas. In 23 starts there, loudly without even making a at the leaderboard heading to Harvick Hopes For Fall Kenseth owns two wins seven noise. At halftime of the Ohio Monday 10/23/17 Kansas: Kansas Repeat top fives and 13 top 10s. Among State game in Lincoln last On Sunday, defending active drivers at the 1.5-mile Saturday, over 50,000 Nebraska Varsity Volleyball: River Ridge Rank Driver Points Hollywood Casino 400 winner track, he ranks second in driver fans got up and walked out. No District Tournament Pulaski Co. 1 Martin Truex Jr. 3120 Kevin Harvick will attempt to tie rating (106.5), third in average noise, no booing, nothing like @ Hidden Valley 6 pm 2 Brad Keselowsi 3101 Jeff Gordon and Jimmie Johnson running position (9.9) and fourth that. They just walked out and Cross Country: @ Blacksburg 5 3 Kyle Larson 3096 for the track wins record by visit- in average finish (11.0). went home. By the end of the pm 4 Kevin Harvick 3089 ing Victory Lane for the third The only way Kenseth can third quarter another 20,000 had 5 Denny Hamlin 3088 time at the 1.5-mile loop. guarantee himself entrance to the left. Never has people leaving in Thursday 10/26/17 6 Chase Elliott 3087 In 23 Kansas starts, Harvick Round of 8 is to win Sunday's silence spoken so loudly. Both 7 Ryan Blaney 3076 claims two wins, seven top fives race. Tennessee and Nebraska are for- JV Football: Patrick Henry @ 8 Jimmie Johnson 3074 and 12 top 10s. He boasts the mer "blue blood'' programs that Pulaski Co. 6 pm 9 Kyle Busch 3067 series-best average running posi- Kyle Busch On The Outside badly want back it the mix. 10 Matt Kenseth 3066 tion (9.7) at Kansas among active Looking In From 1945 to 2005 Nebraska Friday 10/27/17 11 Ricky Stenhouse Jr. 3052 drivers and ranks third in average If the Monster Energy won more football games than 12 Jamie McMurray 3045 finish (8.6) and driver rating NASCAR Cup Series Playoffs any program in the nation, and Varsity Football: Pulaski Co. (105.8). ended today, Kyle Busch would the second place team Penn @ Patrick Henry 7 pm Keselowski (2011), Harvick The No. 4 Ford driver sits be out. He's currently ninth on State was 44 games behind! (2016, '13), Johnson (2015, fourth on the Playoff leader- the Playoff Grid, seven points Both UT and Nebraska have Saturday 10/28/17 '11,'08,), Busch (2016) and board, 22 points above Kyle behind Jimmie Johnson on the made bad choices since the Vols Kenseth (2013, '12) have all won Busch on the cutoff line. He can cutoff line. fired Phillip Fulmer and Tom Band: Cougar Band Classic in at Kansas. advance to the Round of 8 with Busch gets the chance to race Osborne retired in Lincoln. Dobson Stadium 12 pm Two Kansas winners have no help by earning 41 points. his way into the Round of 8 on gone on to capture the Monster Sunday at Kansas Speedway. In Energy NASCAR Cup Series Kenseth Faces Elimination At 19 starts at Kansas, Busch has championship - Jeff Gordon Kansas (2001) and Jimmie Johnson Matt Kenseth enters Sunday's See NASCAR, page C5 Bruins

Continued from page C2 defeat, it was evident Pulaski Cougars in front a second time, a bit short,'' said James. County gave a spirited effort. 14-13. But then came three big "We made plays, made a bunch plays by Blacksburg and a, 33-14 Akers was 17 of 30 passing for of good plays. Unfortunately we halftime lead. 270 yards, and two touchdowns, made a few bad ones too, and we And even after the botched but the Cougars could not run the paid for it. But the kids played "pooch'' kickoff to start the sec- football, and finished with just hard. Our team got after it. We ond half, Pulaski County drove 21 yards on 38 attempts for 291 never quit trying. I thought our 80 yards and Akers scored from a total yards of offense. Kellen kids showed some heart and yard out. Akers scored again on a Dalton had five pass receptions played with class,'' said James. two-yard run. Ryan Castle was for 81 yards, Horton had five for The Cougars likely even four for four on conversion 77 and two scores, Braeden played a little better than James kicks. He did miss his first field Blevins had four catches for 51 realized. In seven previous goal, but it was a 54-yard attempt yards, and Mason Clark three for games Blacksburg had allowed in the first quarter. 61. an average of 17 points a contest. "I hate that Ryan missed his Salem scored 12, Patrick Henry first field goal, and I know it was nine, and Cave Spring seven. long, but he had been hitting Pulaski County's 28 points were pretty good all week during prac- the most scored on the Bruins tice, and it was a high percentage this season. thing for us to do because we The Cougars scored to take a, knew that if he missed, he would 7-6 lead on a Kade Akers to E.J. hit it good enough to make the Horton pass of 12 yards. Akers end zone and they would have to and Horton hooked up again start at the 20. So it was a good from 31 yards out to put the gamble, and he had it on line, just Page C4 - The Patriot - Friday, October 20, 2017 FREE Yard Sale Call 540-808-3949 Ads Every Week THE PATRIOT CLASSIFIEDS to Place Your Ads

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Continued from page C3 one win, five top fives, seven top out of the race. 10s and a 17.7 average finish. Logano enters the race off a Those numbers might seem fourth-place showing at pedestrian for a driver of Busch's Talladega where he led 59 laps. status, but he has figured the track out recently. In his last five TRUEX TRIES FOR races in the Jayhawk State, KANSAS SWEEP Busch has finished no worse Martin Truex Jr. will attempt than fifth and posted his lone to become the second driver to win there during that stretch. sweep a track this year in Sunday's Hollywood Casino 400 JOHNSON CONTINUES at Kansas Speedway. The No. 78 QUEST FOR 8 Toyota driver led 104 laps on his It's make or break time for way to victory there in May. Jimmie Johnson in his quest for Kyle Larson swept Michigan a record eighth Monster Energy with wins there in June and NASCAR Cup Series champi- August. onship. He currently holds the Truex has been the dominant last transfer spot to the Round of driver in the Monster Energy 8, sitting seven points above NASCAR Cup Series this sea- Kyle Busch on the cutoff line. son. He leads the series in wins Johnson can advance without (six), top fives (14, tied with help if there is no new winner by Larson), top 10s (21), stage wins finishing the race with 49 points. (19), playoff points (64), average The No. 48 Chevrolet driver finish (10.7), average running is tied with Jeff Gordon for the position (7.5), fastest laps Photo by Chris Graythen/Getty Images Kansas wins record with three (1,146, 16.1%), laps led (1,977, Dale Earnhardt Jr., driver of the #88 Mountain Dew Chevrolet, waves to the crowd on his driver checkered flags there. He also 22.2%) and driver rating (115.0). introduction lap prior to the Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series Alabama 500 at Talladega claims nine top fives and 17 top Superspeedway on October 15, 2017 in Talladega, Alabama. 10s. Among active drivers at Kansas, Johnson leads the Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series in driver rating (108.7) and has the second-best average running position (9.8) and aver- age finish (8.5).

LOGANO LOOKING TO PLAY SPOILER AT KANSAS

As we saw last week when Ryan Newman almost took the checkered flag at Talladega, a driver doesn't need to be playoff- eligible to win a race. A spoiler in the Playoffs can take away an automatic qualifying bid to the next round. Based on recent history, Joey Logano is a strong candidate to play spoiler at Kansas this week- end. In 16 starts at the 1.5-mile track, he claims two wins, six top fives and an 18.9 average finish. All six of his Kansas top fives came in his last eight races The Patriot - 808-3949 there. In the two races he didn't finish in the top five, he wrecked www.pcpatriot.com Page C6 - The Patriot - Friday, October 20, 2017 Run For Peace on Veterans Day in Rural Retreat Dave

To commemorate the centennial of the Through this work, Edith Bolling Wilson Wilson during the war. Says United States's involvement in World War I and became the mother of modern First Ladies as The Run for Peace 5K Run/Walk will be to recognize our veterans, the Edith Bolling she focused more on politics and social issues held in Rural Retreat, Virginia at 9:00 am start- Wilson Museum will host the Run for Peace on rather than serving as a traditional White House ing at the Emergency Services Building, adja- November 11, 2017. hostess. cent to the Rural Retreat Wall of Honor. The Dave Ramsey One hundred years ago, while Edith Bolling event is open to all ages. Veterans will receive Wilson was serving as First Lady, the United The Run for Peace is a part of the museum's free registration and will be recognized for States entered World War I. Edith Bolling programming for the current exhibition "World their service during a short program after the Sponsored Each Wilson promoted her husband's vision for War I: From Wytheville to the White House... race. Registration is open to the public. For peace, set an example for homefront conserva- and Abroad," which focuses on the leadership more information or to register, visit edith- Week By tion movements, and supported Allied troops. and contributions of First Lady Edith Bolling bollingwilson.org/runforpeace. Dublin Baptist Church (Across From Hardee’s) BUSINESS 540-674-6061 & SERVICE What’s the AREA difference? COUNTY PULASKI DIRECTORY Dear Dave, What's the difference between a credit union and a bank? Jake Dear Jake, A bank is owned by stockhold- ers. When the bank makes a profit - and they should make a profit - the stockholders, who are owners of the company, get that profit. It can be dispersed in the form of dividends, or the value of their stock is increased. A credit union is run more like a cooperative. Technically speaking, it's operated not for profit, and the owners are the credit union members, who are also customers. As a customer of a credit union, whatever you pay into the credit union - the "profit" - is returned to the members in the form of increased services or actual dispersements. Sometimes, you actually get a check from the credit union. A lot of banks don't like credit unions, and say they have an unfair advantage because of their non-profit status. This really isn't true. Credit unions, with whatever "profits" are made, put that money right back into creating cheaper checking accounts, better interest rates on loans, or higher interest rates on savings. A bank could do the same thing, if it were willing to make less profit. So, there's no disad- vantage. They're just trying to keep stockholders happy and sell stuff to customers. But really, that all means nothing if you don't get good service from the organiza- tion! -Dave Dear Dave, I make about $25,000 a year in my day job, but I have side jobs as a personal trainer and a DJ. I'll make about $10,000 this year as a trainer, and $25,000 to $30,000 working events as a DJ. I've almost got all my debts paid off, and I love both of my side jobs. I was wondering how to tell when The Patriot - 808-3949 I'm ready to leave my day job and concentrate on personal training and my DJ work. Steve Dear Steve, I always tell people to first get to a point where their side hustle is generating almost as much money as their day job. I want the boat pulled as close to the dock as you can get it, so that when you make the jump from the dock to the boat you don't hit the water. In your case, I would want the $10,000 you earn from personal training to look more like $20,000. When you reach that level, combined with what you're making as a DJ, it would create a pretty safe situation for you to quit your day job. Maybe you could cheat a little on the personal trainer money, because you're making as much or more as a DJ as you are in your day job. Otherwise, you're giving up $25,000 for $10,000 and only hoping the personal training gig will grow. That's not a good idea. I'd like to see that hope proven a little bit more before you walk away from a day job. Good luck, Steve! -Dave

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Nearly 22,000 voters will have the last say Nov. 7

By MIKE WILLIAMS The Patriot

What has become one of the most contentious election sea- sons in many years will soon be decided by nearly 22,000 registered voters in Pulaski County. According to figures report- ed earlier this week by Registrar Kathy Webb, 21,648 people are registered and eligi- Note: ble to vote on Election Day, Nov. 7. Most voters in Pulaski County On that day, voters will are in the 7th House District make some big decisions. and will see a choice between They will decide if the coun- Nick Rush and Flo Ketner on ty will spend $47 million to their ballot. build a new, consolidated mid- dle school. They will decide a special Voters in Belspring Precinct election to determine who will and part of New River Precinct, be sheriff for the next two however, are in the 12th House years - completing former District and will see a choice Sheriff Jim Davis' final term. between Joseph Yost and Chris Voters locally will also help Hurst. pick a member of the Virginia House of Delegates, a new governor, lieutenant governor and attorney general. Four years ago a little over 8,000 people voted in the gov- ernor's election. Just a year ago, however, a tad bit over 15,000 cast ballots locally in the presidential election, with Republican Donald Trump receiving 10,314 of those votes to easily win Pulaski County. Will the turnout be that high this year? It certainly seems possible, considering the chat- ter on Facebook over the course of the last several months and the number of signs that cover our landscape. In just a little over two weeks, we'll know the answers to all these issues and ques- tions. That's when the voters will have the last say. Note:

A full explanation of the bond refer- endum on a new middle school will be on display at every polling place in the county on election day. Is explanation is also published below.

Explanation Of The County Of Pulaski Middle School Bond Referendum

Ballot Question struction of the school building itself, equipping of the Middle School and also “Should the County of Pulaski, Virginia, contract a debt and issue its General for the completion of related improvements, such as road and utility improve- Obligation Bonds in the maximum amount of $47,000,000.00 to finance the ments necessary to serve the Middle School. acquisition, construction and equipping of a consolidated Pulaski County Middle School and related improvements?” If issuance of the bonds is approved by the voters, the Board of Supervisors [ ] Yes would then make decisions about the exact manner in which the bond debt [ ] No would be structured. The structure of the bond debt would include the interest rate paid on the bonds, the investors to whom the bonds are sold, and the peri- Explanation od of time over which the bonds are repaid. The Board of Supervisors has con- sidered a range of staff proposals concerning the structure of the bond debt in Virginia law authorizes the County of Pulaski to borrow money by selling gen- the event the bond issuance is approved by the voters. Because it is not possi- eral obligation bonds to investors. The County repays that borrowed money to ble to know which investors will be active in the bond market at the time the the investors over time, with interest. The obligation to repay that money to the bonds are issued and because interest rates change from time to time, it is not investors becomes a debt of the County. Virginia law provides for the County to possible to know precisely what increase in the real estate tax rate would be nec- seek authority from the County’s voters to incur debt and borrow money before essary to enable the County to make the payments on the bonds and meet its general obligation bonds are issued by the County. The process by which the other financial commitments. However, the Board of Supervisors has been pre- voters are given the opportunity to authorize the issuance of those bonds is sented with debt structure options that would result in a real estate tax rate called a referendum. The question presented in the Pulaski County Middle increase ranging from 9 cents to 13 cents per $100.00 of assessed value. As an School Bond Referendum is whether the County should be authorized to con- example, the median value home in Pulaski County is $135,700.00, according tract a debt and to sell bonds in the maximum aggregate amount of to data published by the U.S. Census Bureau for 2015, and this range of real $47,000,000.00 for the purpose of acquisition, construction, and equipping a estate tax rate increase would increase the actual annual real estate tax bill for a consolidated Pulaski County Middle School (the “Middle School”), along with home of that value by an amount ranging from $122.13 to $176.41. related improvements. If a majority of the voters of the County voting on the question approve the bond issue, the bonds would be sold and the proceeds This Explanation was prepared by the Pulaski County Attorney pursuant to would be used for acquisition of land on which to build the Middle School, con- Virginia Code Section 24.2-687(A) Page D2 - The Patriot - Friday, October 20, 2017 Pulaski County Sheriff’s Race

Michael W. D. Mike Brian G. Norman W. “Mike” Worrell Honaker Jr. Wade “Buck” Dowdy II I have lived my entire life in Pulaski I was born in Union, West Virginia, and Brian Wade is a life-long Pulaski County I am a resident of Pulaski County and County. A 1991 graduate of Pulaski grew up in Greenbrier County, West resident who graduated from Pulaski have lived in Dublin my entire life. I am County High School, I continued my edu- Virginia. Upon graduation from high County High School in 1985. He grew up married to Christy Heavener Dowdy. I cation and received my Bachelor of school, I enlisted in the United States in West Radford Church of God where, have been blessed to have a daughter, Science degree in Criminal Justice from Marine Corps and served from 1984 to more importantly, he became a devout Holly Dowdy Hughes and a grandson, Radford University in 1996. My career 1988. During my Marine Corps career I Christian and gave his life to the Lord at a Landon who calls me Paw Paw. My with the Pulaski County Sheriff's Office served as in the Military Police, as a young age. He is the father of two beau- mother is Betty Dowdy. I have two sisters began in 1997, first as a communications Trainer, and also as a Military Adviser and tiful girls, Carrie and Kaitlin, a grandfa- Tammy Sayers and Sandy Singleton. My officer, then moving to the patrol division. Trainer in the Republic of the Philippines ther to three boys, Eli, Bentley, and dad was Norman Dowdy, VSP Master I served several years in the Criminal from 1987 to 1988. Upon my honorable Archer; and is currently with the love of Trooper. Even though my dad has passed Investigations Division and was also a discharge from the Marine Corps, I was his life, Shirl, who has two beautiful chil- on, the memories and the lessons he member of the Claytor Lake Regional appointed as a Virginia State Trooper on dren, Reese and Jaxon, whom he has taught me remain a part of who I am. I Drug Task Force. I have served as a patrol April 16, 1989, with my initial probation- grown to love and accept as his own. have been a member of the New Dublin supervisor, as a Corporal and as a ary assignment and training taking place Brian's career began with the Pulaski Presbyterian Church majority of my life. Sergeant. I was on the Tactical Team for in Pulaski County from April to July of County Sheriff's Office at age 20 in 1987 ten years. I was later promoted to Captain 1989, at which time I was assigned to the as a dispatcher. Under then Sheriff Frank I attended Pulaski County Schools and and then to Chief Deputy. During these 20 85th Basic Session of the Virginia State Conner, he, very early, received the pro- graduated from high school in 1982. I years I have had experience in every facet Police Academy. I attended the Virginia motion to correctional officer and began furthered my education by taking Police of the department. State Police Academy from July to working in the jail until he attained his Science courses at New River Community My family is very important to me. I have December of 1989, and graduated from law enforcement officer certification and College. I graduated from the New River been married to my wife, Wendy, for 21 the academy on December 15, 1989. As a became a Patrol Division Deputy Sheriff Criminal Justice Training Academy and years. We have two sons: Bryson, 12 result of being elected the Class President for Pulaski County under Sheriff Conner received certification in Basic Jail and years, and Bryant, 15 years of age. Both of the 85th Basic Session, I was privileged and then Sheriff Ralph Dobbins in 1991. Law Enforcement. are students in Pulaski County Schools. with selecting where I wanted to be Over the years, he educated himself We are members of Dublin Christian assigned in Virginia, so of course I select- through numerous professional law My career started at Pulaski County Church. Wendy is a nurse at Carilion New ed Pulaski County. From 1989 to 1996 I enforcement schools and seminars, and Sheriff's Office in 1985 where I served in River Valley Medical Center where she served as a Trooper in Pulaski County, but gained a wealth of knowledge while different capacities. I was a jailer, road has worked in labor and delivery for 20+ was then promoted to Sergeant in 1996, working with various experienced offi- deputy, corporal, midnight supervisor, and years. We are also small business owners and assigned to Division IV, Area 26 cers and investigators within the Sheriff's served on the Tac Team. Upon leaving the of Thyme to Grow Greenhouse in Dublin. (Wythe, Smyth, and Bland Counties) as a Office and various other local, state, and Pulaski County Sheriff's Office, I went to supervisor. In 2001, I was promoted to federal agencies. His service includes all Montgomery County Sheriff's Office and First Sergeant and assigned to Division divisions of the sheriff's office: patrol, served as a road deputy. You have heard VII, Area 10 (Loudon County and the dog handler, narcotics, tactical team, and the saying, "No place like home." That is Dulles Greenway), as the Area general and major case investigations. so true, I returned to Pulaski County and Commander. During my assignment in Throughout his tenure, he advanced gained a position with Dublin Police northern Virginia, I was selected to attend through the ranks with promotions to Department where I have called home for the Northwestern University School of Investigator, Sergeant, Lieutenant, and 22 years. During my years at Dublin PD, I Police Staff and Command from July to eventually Captain of Criminal have worked as patrolman, investigator, September of 2002, and was selected to Investigations. It was in this capacity that and served on the Drug Task Force. The serve as the Class President of the 173rd he served our citizens as Chief majority of those years was investigator Session of this Law Enforcement Investigator under then Sheriff Jim Davis and serving on the drug task force. I am Management and Leadership for over 13 years before retiring in July of presently Sergeant and am second in com- Development Course. Upon completing this year to run for Sheriff. mand. My duties are overseeing the daily this educational achievement, I transferred Outside of the Sheriff's Office, Brian operations of the department and assist to Division VI, Area 39 (Rockbridge and worked and became a lifetime member of with investigations when needed. Botetourt Counties), where I served as the Snowville Fire Department where he Area Commander until my promotion in actively served the community since In my spare time, I enjoy spending time 2005 to Special Agent in Charge (SAC) of 1988; and was a member of the Pulaski with family and riding horses. the Bureau of Criminal Investigation in County Life Saving Crew as an the Division I, Richmond Field Office, Emergency Medical Technician. where I was responsible for the manage- In 1993, the Governor of Virginia award- ment and oversight of all State Police ed him a certificate of recognition for criminal investigations for 21 counties and Peace Officers Week for his dedication four cities. In 2006, I was afforded with and service to the profession of law the opportunity to transfer back home to enforcement. Sheriff Jim Davis awarded Pulaski County to serve as the Area him with employee performance awards Commander of the Virginia State Police in in recognition of "Outstanding Employee Division IV, Area 24 (Pulaski and Giles Performance" in 1998 and 2000. In 1999, Counties), which is where I have worked he received the Robert H. Love and served until retiring with 28 1/2 years Community Service Award from Pulaski of service with the Virginia State Police. County, and the United States Attorney's Office, Western District of Virginia, rec- My education includes: ognized him for his vital role in the inves- Completion of the Virginia State Police tigation and prosecution of Richard Academy (Class President) Lighty, an Armed Drug Trafficking Certification as a General Instructor by the Organization. Virginia Department of Criminal Justice Services General Studies at New River Community College Completion of a Bachelors Degree in Criminal Justice Administration at Bluefield College Ministerial Studies in Christian Ministries through Lee University Completion of the Law Enforcement Staff & Command College through Northwestern University (Class President)

I am married to Melissa Kinser-Honaker, who grew up in Pulaski County and is the daughter of Sterling "Stubby" Kinser, a retired Captain of the Pulaski County Sheriff's Office. We have two children, our son Matthias (19) attends New River Community College, and our daughter Maddison (13), attends Pulaski Middle School. Our family attends church at Jubilee Christian Center in the Fairlawn section of Pulaski County. As a retired pastor, I also continue to speak in church- es and fill in for vacationing or ill pastors throughout our community and the sur- rounding area. The Patriot - Friday, October 20, 2017 - Page D3 Pulaski County Sheriff’s Race

allow us to do so much more than to simply "sit around Michael W. Questionnaire and wait for bad things to happen." With special funding through grants, we can provide additional patrols, do “Mike” Worrell Each candidate for sheriff was asked to answer the more to address the drug problem we are facing, and following five questions. Their unedited responses are maybe most importantly of all, we could do a lot of things 1. When former Sheriff Davis entrusted me with the future displayed. of the department he spoke of my leadership. I believe that with children and young people in our community, like implementing a Junior Law Cadet Program and summer quality to be my strongest attribute. Leadership is an all- 1 - What is your strongest quality that you believe best sports camps. It's been said often, and I think it's espe- inclusive term that envelopes and requires a combination of prepares you to be the next sheriff? many other values and skills. Leadership requires the cially true for our community today, "It's easier to invest in the life of an impressionable child than it is to fix a bro- development, communication, and implementation of a 2 - Much has been said about the drug problem facing ken adult." We face many challenges, but none is as great shared vision. Leadership requires the drive to see the Pulaski County. Discuss the problem. What is caus- as creating a community in which our children can be vision through to the next step but the patience to under- ing it? Do you believe it is worse than in other neigh- safe and educated, as well as to make them realize their stand there will be bumps in the road. A true leader is proud boring localities? What would you do as sheriff to own potential and the opportunity they have to be who of the team's accomplishments but humble when speaking address it? of the successes. Leadership requires taking most of the and what they want to be, right here in Pulaski County. blame when things go wrong and little of the credit when 3 - What do you believe is the greatest challenge fac- 4. In two words, "Preemptive Proactivity." As I men- they go right. Leadership is measured not only by the suc- ing the next sheriff? cess of the mission but by the support of those who are will- tioned previously, an agency can always accomplish more with more financial resources, but aside from that, ing to be part of such an undertaking. I am honored that the 4 - What is the greatest need in the sheriff's office? staff of our department continues to show me that support. the greatest need in the Sheriff's Office right now is a new brand of leadership that will build the agency into what it 5 - Each of you candidates have years of experience in can and should be from the inside out. The agency has a 2. It is important to first understand that drug abuse is by no law enforcement. What is the one thing about your need for structure, organization, and clearly established means exclusive to Pulaski County. Across the country we career you are most proud of? are facing an issue of epidemic proportions. Our approach policies and procedures that will serve to guide and direct to this problem is ENFORCEMENT, EDUCATION, and the employees into becoming the best public servants REHABILITATION. Our office participates in EDUCA- D. Mike they can possibly be. One way we must do that is through TION by working with and through schools, colleges, civic seeking professional accreditation for the Sheriff's Office organizations, and other governmental agencies to take Honaker Jr. through the "Virginia Law Enforcement Professional advantage of early intervention opportunities that lower the Standards Commission" (VLEPSC). Through seeking incidence of drug abuse. At the same time, the primary role 1. I strongly feel that my strongest quality to be the next professional accreditation, we can build the agency up of this and any law enforcement division is just that, Sheriff of Pulaski County is my ability to combine proven from the inside out, but we'll do it with outside standards ENFORCEMENT. We will constantly utilize our leadership skills & abilities with a love and commitment that are recognized around Virginia and the United States Investigative and Patrol divisions to take strong actions that to our community. Of all the candidates, I have the as the best and most important standards that all law take users and dealers off our streets. Likewise, we will biggest plan and the boldest vision to make Pulaski enforcement agencies should and must achieve. Think continue to work with the multi-agency Drug Task Force to County a better, safer, and stronger community. With my about it, our citizens want to see an accredited doctor, collect evidence, make arrests, and provide prosecutors service in the United States Marine Corps and my 28 ½ lawyer, real estate agent, mechanic or contractor, so why with the tools they need to do their part in the effort. Our years of service in the Virginia State Police, most of should law enforcement be any different? Accreditation combined enforcement and prosecutorial efforts allow for which was spent serving in supervision, management, through the VLEPSC raises the standards of profession- the judicial system to utilize such avenues as Drug Courts and leadership, I have developed the knowledge, skills alism and accountability for the agency so that our com- that provide those convicted of drug crimes with access to and abilities to lead the Sheriff's Office into becoming a munity gets the kind of law enforcement agency it treatment, counseling, and ultimately, REBABILITATION. significant promoter and a major contributor in making a deserves. Accreditation requires the agency to comply In closing, we must recognize that an effective solution better community for which we can all be proud. with the highest standards of professionalism and cannot and should not be a unilateral approach. To solve accountability in the way evidence/controlled substances this problem it is imperative that we work with other stake- 2. It's incredibly sad to consider that drug overdose is the are handled and accounted for, as well as requiring the holders to develop and implement the solution. We will leading cause of accidental death in our nation, with agency to have a defined system in place that allows cit- seek every opportunity to do just that. 52,404 lethal drug overdoses in 2015. Opioid addiction izens to commend employees or to address grievances (pain medication) is driving this epidemic, with 20,101 with an employee's conduct. Accreditation holds a law 3. The greatest challenge facing virtually every law overdose deaths related to prescription pain relievers, and enforcement agency accountable for how law enforce- enforcement agency in our country is recruitment, training, 12,990 overdose deaths related to heroin in 2015. There ment officers conduct themselves, and most importantly, and retention of qualified officers. Currently, the county is is undoubtedly a serious drug problem in Pulaski County, for how they treat our citizens, whether that is addressing conducting a compensation survey that will give us a better and that problem includes the typical illegal drugs like issues of rudeness, unfair treatment, or incidents of use of picture of where our compensation packages rank com- marijuana, cocaine, heroin, and other illicit drugs, but we force by a police officer. In return, the employees of the pared to other agencies in the area. Nonetheless, our also are experiencing an "opioid epidemic" across agency have the opportunity for advancement and pro- department is blessed with low turnover and as a result we America. We, as a community, cannot sit idly by and motion through a fair and equitable promotional system, are currently fully staffed. That is certainly a tribute to the allow this problem to go unaddressed, but it's more com- with the employees being appropriately recognized for commitment of our deputies. At the same time, we cannot plex than "good guys" arresting "bad guys." Yes, we their accomplishments and the times they performed their discount the effects of the positive culture that are a result must aggressively investigate and interdict the illegal duties in a manner that goes above and beyond what is of the leadership skills that Sheriff Davis instilled in his drug trade in our community, and as your sheriff I will expected of them, which is documented through yearly senior staff. The next Sheriff will be tasked with continuing ensure that we are more determined and more aggressive performance evaluations. Finally, achieving accredita- to instill the high standards that have allowed us to main- than ever before in pursuing and prosecuting drug traf- tion through VLEPSC provides "insulation" from civil tain an experienced group of officers to serve the county. I fickers and drug dealers in our community to the fullest liability for the Sheriff's Office and the Pulaski County was humbled to learn that our deputies recently made it extent of the law. At the same time, we have to under- government because the accreditation standards cause the known publicly that they believe I am the right person to stand that we cannot "arrest or incarcerate our way out of agency to conform to the highest standards of excepted carry that torch forward. this dilemma," especially with the opioid epidemic we are professional conduct by its employees, while also estab- experiencing. Some people are addicted to certain med- lishing clearly defined policies and procedures that com- 4. Our department works constantly to provide adequate ications because they managed to obtain pharmaceutical ply with law and the best law enforcement methods and and continuing education for our officers. However, even drugs for recreational purposes, while others suffer from practices. In essence, achieving professional accredita- with the significant amount of hours we devote each year to addiction as a result of a medical problem and a prescrip- tion is a win for the agency, it's a win for the employees, these activities there is never enough training for law tion drug on which the person became addicted. With and most of all, it's a win for the community we serve and enforcement officers. Due to ever evolving criminal that being said, there may be plenty of people that need to protect. methodologies, an increase in mass event crimes, cyber- be arrested and incarcerated, that will likely not change, crimes, phone scams from untraceable phones, and many but other people need a source of help and a path of deliv- 5. I have been in a uniform serving my nation, my state, others, effective law enforcement has become an ever erance from drug addiction. Drug addiction not only and my community my entire adult life, both as a Marine changing environment. With that comes the need to con- eventually destroys the addicted person, but the lives of and as a member of the Virginia State Police. After grad- stantly update and improve our training and education. Our their families, so we have to do more to help the victims uating from high school, I became a United States Marine officers must understand how to combat the crimes, how to of this wide-sweeping opioid addiction problem in our at 18 years of age, and served in the Marine Corps from gather evidence to prosecute these crimes, and more impor- community, or anyone else that wants to become drug 1984 to 1988. After serving around the nation and around tantly, we must learn to be proactive in our efforts to pre- free. This will require the Sheriff's Office to work with the world in the Marine Corps, I became a Virginia State vent crime. Even if there are tuition free trainings, there is other organizations in the community to help the people Trooper in 1989 and progressed through the ranks of the still a cost associated with taking an officer from the field that truly want help, but to also arrest and incarcerate the State Police until I retired as the Area 24 Commander or paying over-time. Many times we will incur a cost for people who are perpetuating this problem in our commu- (Pulaski and Giles Counties) this year to run for Sheriff of travel and meals. Compounding the problem, the most nity. Together, we can do it, I have no doubt we can do Pulaski County. During my career I also pursued higher effective training increasingly has a tuition cost that we better and we can do more about the drug problem in education, including attending NRCC, Bluefield College, must also consider. We are currently utilizing grants for Pulaski County. Lee University, and the Northwestern University School some needs. Likewise, we have been pro-active in obtain- of Police Staff and Command College. My most signifi- ing teaching certifications that allow us to use members of 3. In the law enforcement profession today, law enforce- cant memories and accomplishments include serving as our own staff to present classes to their peers within the ment agencies and administrators are being forced to pro- an on-scene commander at the Pentagon in the wake of agency. This minimizes the training costs that are passed on vide the best public safety and community services possi- the 9/11 terrorists attacks against our nation, as well as to taxpayers. The department needs help so that we can do ble, with less and less financial resources to accomplish serving as a first responder and Virginia State Police more in the area of education for the officers putting their these mission goals. A natural negative impact of less Chaplain at the Virginia Tech shooting that occurred on lives on the line. More training is always, always, always financial resources also creates a challenge for an agency April 16, 2007, where I made several of the death notifi- better. Quite simply, more training saves lives. leader like a Sheriff to recruit and retain the best police cations to the families. But the single thing that most sig- officers for the community. Over the last 25 years I have nificantly impacted my own life, was leading Area 24 5. Second only to marrying my beautiful wife, the accom- witnessed time and time again the demand placed on law when one of our own Troopers was killed in the line of plishment that gives me the most pride is the one that led to enforcement administrators to "do more with less," and duty in 2012. Nothing so challenged my strength, my my answering these questions. I can say today that I have only because of the commitment of the agency and its faith, or my leadership abilities so greatly as managing to done what is necessary to achieve a goal I set for myself personnel do we continue to accomplish our mission to keep our personnel strong, dedicated, and moving for- when I started with the department as a dispatcher. I am the protect and serve our community with whatever we have ward, even when we lost a coworker that we loved and Sheriff of Pulaski County. I have been trained by, mentored on hand and at the time. This is why it is absolutely vital respected so much. It was devastating to all of us, but we by, and blessed to work by the best our county has to offer. and crucial that the next Sheriff of Pulaski County be an understood that nothing was more important than family, Over the course of 20 years of increasing responsibility, I innovator, a visionary, and a proven leader who can estab- friendship and faith when something like that happens. have gained the trust and respect of those who I have had lish the right priorities and make the tough decisions So while I truly desire to lead the Pulaski County Sheriff's the privilege to train and mentor. What has remained con- about what we can do and not do with our limited finan- Office in our community during times of peace, harmony stant through all of that is my desire to be your Sherriff. I cial resources. If a law enforcement agency had "unlim- and safety, I am most proud of the fact that I have proven have never wanted to be a politician. I have never wanted ited funding," then the law enforcement agency could do time and time again that I can also lead an agency and its to go to Richmond for a bigger job. I have never wanted to almost anything, but only about 10% of Pulaski County's personnel in the middle of chaos, crisis, and tragedy. The be anywhere but here where I was born, spent my entire overall budget is dedicated to public safety, so it is mon- fires of adversity have forged the leader I am today, and I life, and where I have chosen to raise my family. I now have umentally important that we do the most important things am humble about how God has done that in me, but I'm the awesome responsibility for the safety and well-being of in the most efficient way to make and keep Pulaski also proud that I've had the strength to be that kind of 46 sworn deputies who have each voluntarily put their sup- County safe, and to do it within our respective agency's leader when called upon. port behind me and placed their trust in me. It is hard to budget. It is our greatest challenge, to say the least, but explain how very proud yet utterly humbled I have been left our commitment to the community will keep us moving by their confidence. I answer these questions now in hopes forward. At the same time, there are untold numbers of of providing the citizens of this county a better understand- grants and special funding sources at the state and feder- ing of who I am as a leader, a citizen of this county, and al level that we can access to supplement our existing moreover a person. budget, and I will do just that. We have to be willing to seek out these grants, and to appropriately file for the resources, but I am confident we can do it. The grant funding that's available to a community like ours would Page D4 - The Patriot - Friday, October 20, 2017 Pulaski County Sheriff’s Race

Brian G. Obviously, most would probably say the number one Norman W. need for any agency is money, but to me, we have to fix Wade what is broken, and I believe the structure of the agency, “Buck” Dowdy II the existing policies and standards, and its current vision 1. My strongest quality is what our county expects, restricts the overall abilities of the agency's success. If 1. I feel the strongest quality that prepares me for Sheriff Leadership. No, I do not stand as a Republican or we are not successful, it will reflect in our community; is the experiences I have gained by working at different Democratic party candidate for Sheriff. However, I stand currently and in the future. agencies including Pulaski County Sheriff's Office. This here as a proven "Leader" and a "True Professional" can- First, in order for our agency to operate at a much higher enabled me to see other ways of leadership, i.e. how the didate for all citizens of Pulaski County. My leadership level, we will seek state accreditation status. departments were managed. Not only did I gain a wealth abilities come from 30 years of experience with the Accreditation requires a review of the agency's organiza- of knowledge about how departments were ran, I gained Sheriff's Office, listening, learning from my mentors, tion, management and operations in an effort to increase work experience too. I have worked in the jail serving as leading in the worst of times, and the ability to give efficient and effective delivery of law enforcement serv- a jailer, the road as a patrolman, served on the drug task 100% of myself to my people and our citizens. For those ices. It will help the agency provide a set of readily force, served as an investigator, administrative duties, that know me professionally can attest this: "If elected, I accepted standards of practice, which will increase the and personnel management. will lead our Sheriff's Office in the direction of success, agencies level of professionalism, while in turn, provide a and will dedicate myself, my life, and everything I have fair and unwavering structure for an officer to advance, 2. There is a drug problem not just in this county but in me to provide our officers with an outstanding work and most importantly, reduce their liability. This will be nationwide. This problem will not be solved overnight. environment, and our citizens with the leadership and the first step in realigning the Sheriff's Office needs and Our county is blessed to have a very strong drug task security they expect." goals with those of the community we serve. force made up of a great group of men and women. An Next, we will examine and restructure the agency, so we asset to this task force would be to provide them with 2. First and foremost, our drug problem is as bad or are operating as effectively, efficiently, and successfully. more personnel and last but not least, get the community worse as any other jurisdiction and a lot of our criminal Then we will engage community members and leaders more involved. Providing officers with more training behaviors revolve around this one problem. Why is it through quarterly meetings for candid information and and experiences with new methods to fight the ever this way? We can blame income, employment, enforce- advice on issues that are affecting our community, on a changing problem. Working with other available ment, and all of the existing problems our community professional and personal level. Most importantly, we resources such as other agencies (i.e. federal, community sees with our own eyes. I believe it is safe to say this will engage our local and regional law enforcement part- programs, courts, and probation and parole) will enable stigma attached to our community drives people away ners, mend those fences, and fully commit to a more us to educate each other and share ways to improve the and keeps people from migrating here to live. proactive approach to solving and deterring crime. In the problem. Nevertheless, we as leaders and citizens all need to work end, we will be proactive and functioning to improve our together to change our culture, build for our future, citizen's and the overall community's quality of life. 3. The greatest challenge is to rebuild a working relation- aggressively work to create jobs, and increase the overall ship with the other departments including Dublin Police household incomes to improve everyone's quality of life. 5. As a law enforcement professional for the past 30 Department, Pulaski Police Department, and Virginia Drug addiction and crime is a worldwide problem, and years, I have always taken pride in my work and being State Police. We all have the same purpose and that is to people who are addicted will do anything to get their next able to serve the citizens of Pulaski County. For me, I serve and protect. dose. They will steal, rob, burglarize, and even fabricate have always felt it is God's will for me to be the voice for a document to feed their habit. To them, it doesn't mat- the victims of crime. I, and anyone that has ever worked 4. My goal will be to improve the relationship between ter if they take from a loved one, or spend their last dol- with me or for me, knew we were the ones that can make the Sheriff's Office and the citizens (community). lar. They are addicted! a difference, and we were to make sure if they were Having a good relationship, one they can trust, will For the dealers, it is easy prey for them in our communi- unable to tell their story or obtain justice, we would work enable us to solve more crime. I see that as a need. ty, because of the overall addiction problem. It is com- hard to do it for them. I have worked and overseen thou- mon knowledge many dealers are from out of the area, sands of cases. Several of those cases would bring tears to 5. During my 32 years of law enforcement there have and common sense tells us that most drugs are not man- most eyes. But, I would always lead, motivate, and been a lot that I could be proud of. I guess, however, the ufactured in our community. They are here to make their remain focused on the task; and more importantly, never most important thing that I am proud of is the trust and money no matter who it affects; so, if I am elected, this give up. respect the citizens have of me. This lesson was taught is how we are going to combat this problem. My leadership ability, my vision as your next Sheriff, to me by my dad many years before I ever became a Primarily, our community and our citizen's security has coupled with my experience and firsthand knowledge of police officer. My dad taught me to treat others with always been the #1 priority of the Sheriff's Office. We our Sheriff's Office and community, makes me proud to highest respect even when my job is to enforce authority. will always continue to educate our citizens and our be a candidate for Sheriff of Pulaski County, and I am youth, and continuously inform those that are addicted, thankful for your vote and support on November 7, 2017. we are here to help you. We will assist the existing men- tal health workers, social workers, and all agencies that fight to keep people safe and drug free. For those that want to be helped, we will continue to assist them by car- ing, educating, and providing them with the resources they need to become a viable person to themselves and The Patriot thanks all four the community. With that being said, we will arrest and prosecute those who do not want or cannot be helped, and work with our candidates for Sheriff for their Commonwealth Attorney's Office to make it known that we, as a community, will no longer tolerate their behav- ior. We will reorganize the Sheriff's Office and utilize the cooperation on our questionnaire. existing personnel more effectively, efficiently, and proactively within our community; and rethink and implement a new way to interact and gather information from our citizens, because we will need your help. Subsequently, we will implement a more aggressive approach and team that will work narcotics in conjunc- tion with other crimes such as property and crimes against persons, because these victims deserve more of an effort. These officers will have the capacity to work as a Vice unit, which will not only be effective for our community, but it will open up more opportunities for the officers that want a change and to progress in their careers. Together, meaning all divisions within the Sheriff's Office, we will assist and share all intelligence with the existing task force as they target the dealers in around our area, and all together, including our citizens, we can reduce and begin to eliminate this problem. To reiterate, we have to want to rid our community of crime, especially the dangerous drugs; stamp out the stig- ma that has plagued our community far too long; and put Pulaski County on the map as the place to live and pros- per. If you are committing crimes, pushing pills, or slinging your dope, be ready, because, if I'm elected, we will be coming for you.

3. If elected sheriff, I intend to build upon the solid and professional foundation of the Sheriff's Office with the help and input from the existing personnel; and provide our citizens with the upmost professional services to which they are entitled. However, we, for some time now, have declined and become too reactive as an agency, and not willing to listen, compromise, or receive outside help, suggestions, or assistance. It has affected the Sheriff's Office as a whole, and I have seen it affect the individual officers striving to do the best job they can for the community. First, we have to refocus our mission and initiate a more involved community policing effort, to include crime prevention, and development of more tactics in deterring crime. Second, we have to bridge the gap between our citizens and the Sheriff's Office, and the Sheriff's Office and the other local agencies. I am a firm believer that an involved community is a safer community; and a law enforcement agency that is willing to listen and receive assistance from other leaders and organizations will be a stronger agency. If we need to form groups and committees, we will do so. If we have to compromise and listen to suggestions from other organizational and agency leaders, we will do so. We will be transparent and provide the community with the information they need and deserve, and will do what- ever it takes to make our community, not just better, stronger, and safer; we will do whatever it takes to make our community the greatest in the State of Virginia.

4. First, I want to say that the Sheriff's Office is made up of great men and women dedicated to providing our com- munity with professional law enforcement services. The Patriot - Friday, October 20, 2017 - Page D5 Statewide Candidates GOVERNOR LT. GOVERNOR ATTORNEY GENERAL

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Libertarian Page D6 - The Patriot - Friday, October 20, 2017 Pulaski County Middle School FAQs Compiled by Pulaski County Citizens for Education such windows, electrical capabilities, flooring, plumbing, and HVAC. For the past sev- eral years, The School Board has requested about $2.915M for district, high priority 1. Why do we need a new school? capital improvement projects, with about $2M targeted at the middle schools. The Board Pulaski Middle was built in 1928, Dublin Middle in 1950. Both have issues with pro- of Supervisors has not funded these PCPS CIP requests. The County has gotten a com- grammatic learning space for STEM/Robotics labs, Drama space, modern Ag lab, col- bined 150 years of use out of the two buildings, which speaks to the quality of the main- laborative learning spaces, and support for technology accessibility. The tenance. buildings/structures are impacted by asbestos, original windows, old wiring and plumb- 9. Does the School Board have a plan to maintain the school? ing, lack of access for disabled students, and the effects of use over time. Structural con- The School Board has a list of necessary capital improvement projects for all of the straints of existing building would limit configuration of renovated spaces. RRMM esti- schools, prioritized by necessity and mapped out for the next ten years. However, only mates the cost of renovating and consolidating both middle schools at the DMS site to the Board of Supervisors can authorize the necessary funds to implement these projects. be 87% of the cost of building a new school. That meets VDOE guidelines (50% of new) 10.If the kids need A/C, why can’t they just put in window units at the middle and RRMM's (75% of new) for choosing new construction over renovation. schools? 2. Where will it be located and why? Replacing windows, installing window units, and upgrading 60-year-old electrical After considering 13 separate sites, the School Board chose a site on Route 11 across systems to handle the increased load for the HVAC system only in classrooms, offices, from Cougar Express. The site was chosen because of the purchase cost, central loca- and libraries was estimated at about $9 million by Spectrum in 2015 for both middle tion in the County, and the preference for a site that would require only a moderate schools. It did not include air conditioning for the gymnasiums, auditoriums, cafeterias, amount of site preparation/grading for building the school and fields, a major cost of and other common spaces. The question is at what point is it no longer fiscally respon- construction. sible to consider a substantial expense in an aging facility? 3. Is the location safe and will it cause traffic problems? 11.Shouldn’t the people with kids in the school be paying for this? Why can’t Two separate architectural firms, including one hired by the Board of Supervisors for there be a school fee? a second look at the PCMS plan, have concluded that the location is safe and accessible Federal Law entitles all students to a free and appropriate education. A tax or use fee for a school with traffic improvements. This includes the cost of placing a stoplight at for families with students who attend public schools, would violate that law. The County the intersection at Cougar Express (Thornspring Rd and Route 11) if approved by generates most of its revenue from property taxes, and little from sales, lodging, and VDOT. meals taxes- unlike Montgomery or Wythe Counties who have more diversified revenue 4. How much will it cost? source options. That places greater reliance on property (real estate and personal) taxes The architect hired by the School Board (RRMM) estimated $45.7 million for the for Pulaski County citizens. construction of the new school. The Board of Supervisors felt at additional $1.3M to 12.What will happen to the old schools? cover related improvements to the sewer system, roads, and bond financing fees was When PCPS facilities are no longer used for school-related purposes, responsibility appropriate to bring the total amount on the ballot to $47 million. This includes all of for their upkeep and use, including the decision to lease or sell the property rests with the site work (grading), the school building, utilities, furnishings, and much of the ath- the Board of Supervisors. There are many options including a private developers who letic facilities. The funds will come from a bond issuance. The type and term of bonds could purchase the buildings, with help from federal tax credits, and either privately will be determined by the BoS. develop them or transfer them back to public ownership. Pulaski County Citizens for 5. How much will it cost me? Education joins with all Pulaski Citizens in advocating for repurposing both DMS and The Board of Supervisors has a bond firm (Davenport) that has estimated anywhere PMS. from $.09 to $0.13 of tax increase to generate about $3 million in additional revenue 13.Will the new middle school be available for public use? each year. As an example, the median value home in Pulaski County is $135,700.00, "The Pulaski County Schools Board of Education endorses the concept of communi- according to data published by the U.S. Census Bureau for 2015, and this range of real ty schools and encourages the use of its facilities by established organizations in the pur- estate tax rate increase would increase the actual annual real estate tax bill for a home suit of legitimate functions of interest to the citizens of Pulaski County." School Board of that value by an amount ranging from $122.13 to $176.41. There is no change in the Policy KG-R defines the terms and application process for use of school facilities. The Land Use Tax. However, the amount of school-related debt service will substantially proposed, new school has both a normal sized gym and an auxiliary gym, several new decrease in 6 years, leaving an annual $1 million tax revenue surplus, which could jus- athletic fields, which would may be attractive for use by the public along with other tify a reduction in property taxes or appropriation of that revenue to other County proj- space including a new 450 seat auditorium. ects or needs, including the substantial list of unfunded PCPS Capital Improvement 14.It looks like the roof is flat, isn’t that bad for maintenance? Projects as determined by the Board of Supervisors. Flat roofs are no longer building code compliant. The new school is designed with a 6. What if I cannot afford that much extra money? “low-slope” roof that is significantly less expensive than a metal or shingled roof, espe- The County has a few programs to help lower property taxes- an Elderly/Disabled cially due to the size of the building. Relief Program and a Land Use Program (for agriculture). We can assist in reviewing 15.I’ve heard smaller schools are better for students, why are we consolidating? the criteria and helping you apply for these programs. We can also connect you to There are advantages and disadvantages on the question of small, neighborhood vs. resources for lowering your electricity bill. larger, consolidated schools. An advantage to the Middle School design, is that it offers 7. Why not build a new high school and move the middle school to the current a little of both. The grade-level wings provide for the intimacy and comfort of a small- high school? er school, while the common, shared learning spaces offer the specialized areas for That option was consider too expensive. A brand new high school would probably STEM, AG labs, athletic facilities, performing arts, as well as a media center on a scale cost around $90 million, including relocating a new CTE building (with equipment) and not possible for small student populations. Care was given in the design of the learning a new athletic facility. There may be additional costs to upgrade/alter a high school to environment to integrate both the small school feel with the diversity of learning pro- be appropriate for middle school students. grams possible on a larger scale. 8. Why didn’t they maintain the schools better? 16.Are we going to save money by consolidating the schools? There is a distinction between maintenance and capital improvement, which updates There is a substantial savings in consolidation vs. building or renovating both schools. a building to meet current needs. The district has an annual maintenance budget to cover Certainly further expenses to replace or repair DMS or PMS for middle school students repairs and routine upkeep. The age of the middle schools means that many items char- will be gone. While there will be some shifting in the number and types of positions, acterized as "maintenance" are in fact capital improvement projects that are substantial there will most likely not be a significant savings as the number of students will not in nature and require significant labor and cost to replace or upgrade existing systems change. The school district estimates about a $500K savings in personnel costs. House of Delegates Candidates 12th District 7th District

Chris Flo Hurst Ketner

Democrat Democrat

Joseph Nick Yost Rush

Republican Republican

12th District Includes 7th District Includes Giles County Floyd County City of Radford Parts of both Pulaski and Parts of both Pulaski and Montgomery Counties Montgomery Counties The Patriot - Friday, October 20, 2017 - Page D7 Pulaski County Polling Places

Courtesy of Kathy Webb, Pulaski County Registrar Pulaski County voters to use paper ballots

By MIKE WILLIAMS state and federal elections, offi- The Patriot cials with the State Board of Elections actually hold a draw- When Pulaski County voters ing to determine which party's go to the polls on Nov. 7, voting candidates will be listed first on in the county will have come full the ballot. This election, all circle of sorts. Democratic candidates for state Voting this year will be done offices will be listed first. using paper ballots for the first On election day, if a voter time in several years. needs to vote on one of the Pulaski County Registrar ADAcompliant machines, one Kathy Webb said when she first will be available at each came to work at the registrar's precinct. office - back when it was locat- Also, if a voter for some rea- ed at the historic stone court- son cannot make it into the house - the county was using polling place, an election offi- paper ballots. cial can carry a paper ballot to "Now we've come full circle their vehicle. The voter can back to paper ballots again," mark their ballot, which will be Webb said this week. placed in a privacy folder and According to Webb, some taken back into the polling place years ago the Virginia General and run through one of the scan- Assembly decided localities ners so their votes can be count- would not be allowed to pur- ed. chase any more of the DRE's Webb said her office is famil- (direct recording devices), iar with the new scanning equip- which would record a voter's ment, since they have been used selections on a touch screen. for some time to count absentee The state set a 2020 deadline ballots on election day. for all localities in Virginia to Webb said between 70 and 80 make the switch away from the election officials will be on duty DRE's. at the county's polling places on "We'd had a plan for some election day to assist voters, and time to make the switch, most are veteran officials. because we knew in what direc- "We have very loyal, hard- tion we needed to go," Webb working and dedicated people," said. Webb said. According to Webb, the coun- Webb urged voters to remem- ty purchased 18 Election ber to bring a photo ID with Systems and Software (EE&S) them on election day. optical scanners and 14 ADA- compliant stations for $132,995, along with multiple ballot tables for $5,199. Webb noted EE&S took the county's old DRE machines as Don’t trade-ins to lower the cost. With the new voting system, Forget: Take Webb said each voter will be given a paper ballot and pen to Your Photo use to mark their ballot at a bal- Mike Williams photo lot table. They will simply color Voters at each polling places will mark their paper ballots on ballot tables as shown above. Their ID When in the oval or "bubble" next to paper ballot will then be fed into an optical scanning machine that records the votes on the bal- the name of the candidate of lot, and then thanks the voter for voting. You Go To their choice. The voter then will feed the ballot into the optical scanner, explained. ballot. Republican incumbent Joseph Vote! which will take all of about Webb said two of the optical This election there will be two Yost and Democratic challenger seven seconds to read and record scanners will be located at each different ballots in Pulaski Chris Hurst. their votes. of the larger precincts in the County, depending on which Webb noted that candidates When the scanner is finished, county, while one will be set up House District the voter lives in. for state and federal elections Polls Open it will thank the voter for voting at the smaller precincts. One ballot is for most of the are listed with party affiliations, on a video screen and then a In situations in which a voter county and lists candidates in however, local candidates - such At 6 A.M. message will display telling the over-votes or feeds a blank bal- the 7th House District - as the four candidates for sheriff voter their ballot has been count- lot into the scanner, the machine Republican incumbent Nick in this election - have no party And Close At ed. will push the ballot back out so Rush and Democratic challenger designation beside their name. "So, there is no question voters have a chance to make Flourette Ketner. Webb said her office has had 7 P.M. whether a ballot goes through or corrections. Also, if voters make The second ballot is for voters many questions about that as the not, it will actually tell you your a mistake and mark their ballot living in the 12th District and sheriff's race has progressed. ballot has been counted," Webb wrong they can obtain a new lists different House candidates - She explained that prior to Page D8 - The Patriot - Friday, October 20, 2017