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Wednesday, April 13, 2016 oorefield xaminer MVOLUME 125 - NUMBER 15 TWO SECTIONS • 16 PAGES 94¢ E USPS 362-300 and Hardy County News Dotson Chosen as Hardy County Superintendent of Schools

By Jean A. Flanagan ments. ton. The announcement was made cation at West Virginia University. the issue of the impact of low so- Moorefield Examiner Dotson was hired by the Hardy Wednesday, April 6. He has an Administration Certifi- cio-economic students on all stu- County Board of Education as Dotson earned his undergradu- cate from Salem Teikyo University. dent education. Matthew Dotson comes to Har- the new Superintendent of Hardy ate degree in psychology at Fair- Dotson is currently working on Dotson taught and counseled dy County with an impressive list County Schools. He will succeed mont University. He received a a doctorate degree from Waldon special needs children. He was Matthew Dotson of experiences and accomplish- the retiring Barbara Whitecot- Master’s Degree in Special Edu- University. His thesis will address Continued on page 6

By Jean A. Flanagan and Technical College and will graduates, Benjamin also congrat- Moorefield Examiner soon earn her bachelor’s degree ulated the Drug Court Treatment from West Virginia University. team. Recovery from addiction to “This is not an easy journey,” “They do what they do volun- drugs and/or alcohol is a lifelong Parker told the graduates. “Drug tarily,” he said. “They help these journey and 13 people took anoth- Court helped me rebuild my life. individuals, but they also help er giant step on that journey last I’ve had a drug-free baby and will their families, their children, their Friday when they successfully com- soon graduate with a bachelor’s neighborhood and their communi- pleted the South Branch Valley degree. The sky’s the limit.” ties.” Drug Court program. The gradu- Drug Court Judge John Tread- Benjamin thanked Treadway ates were recognized at ceremo- way introduced the keynote speak- for his leadership of the program nies held at the Hampshire County er, West Virginia Supreme Court and the families of the graduates. Judicial Center. Family, friends of Appeals Justice Brent Benja- “I hope you have a mom or dad and special guests also attended. min. Benjamin has been an avid or son or daughter back, now,” he The first to speak was August supporter of the Drug Court Pro- said. Parker, a 2013 graduate of Drug gram throughout the state. “This To the graduates, Benjamin Court who currently works for the is the guy who helped us get Drug stressed they are in a position to be Photo by Jean Flanagan program. She completed her GED, Court,” Treadway said. role models to those who are still Drug Court Graduates are shown with the members of the Drug Court Treatment Team, Drug Court attended Eastern WV Community In addition to congratulating the Continued on page 6 Judge John Treadway and WV Supreme Court Justice Brent Benjamin. Commissioners Balk at Moorefield Comprehensive RDA Board Volunteers Plan Presented to Council By Jean A. Flanagan on several volunteer boards, including the Moorefield Examiner Planning Commission, the Eastern WV Com- By Jean A. Flanagan sity Law Clinic “at no expense to the Widder said the MPC worked with munity and Technical College Board of Gov- Moorefield Examiner town.” the police, park officials, public works Robert Williams and Greg Greenwalt vol- ernors, the Potomac Valley Transit Authority The draft document contains an and the town clerk to create the draft unteered to serve on the Hardy County Rural Board and is current president of the Hardy Topping the list of priorities for the Introduction, Community Snapshot, plan. Both he and Fraley said they Development Authority board. Both present- County Chamber of Commerce. future in the Draft Moorefield Com- Needs Assessment and Action Plan. could not have created the plan with- ed their credentials to the commission at the Commissioner Harold Michael responded prehensive Plan is the construction of Copies of the draft plan are avail- out the assistance of the WVU Law Monday, April 5 meeting. that the usual method of board appointments the proposed new water plant. It tops able at the town office and the Hardy Clinic. is that the board makes a recommendation to Williams was born and raised in Hardy the list of Goal #l - Improving Trans- County Public Library. Public com- “This is not a law, it’s just a plan,” County. He has a bachelor’s degree in re- the County Commission, not the other way ments are encouraged and a public portation and Infrastructure. Tom he said. “It’s what we want Moore- source management, a masters degree in agri- around. Widder and Jeff Fraley, representing hearing will be held on May 31. Fol- field to look like in the future.” business management, has traveled in Europe, Michael is the commission’s representative the Moorefield Planning Commission lowing the public hearing, the MPC Asia and Australia, and has worked for large on the RDA board and has served for many submitted a draft Comprehensive will consider changing the draft and financial corporations. Eleven years ago, he years prior to being elected to the commission. Plan to the Moorefield Council at the send a final version to the council for Park Report moved back to Hardy County to raise a fam- “Since when are you doing the agenda?” Tuesday, April 5 meeting. “This has approval. The council must also hold Juwana Bridger reported the park ily. “I want to make this county a better place,” he asked Commission President William “JR” been two years in the making,” Wid- a public hearing to garner input. department has been busy getting he said. Keplinger. “It’s a sign of respect. All board ap- der said. “Once this is approved, we will be- ready for the summer season. In ad- Greenwalt was also born and raised in Har- pointments come through a procedure.” Widder said the MPC had assis- gin to work on the zoning and subdivi- dition to general maintenance, they dy County. He owns a business here and serves Continued on page 8 tance from the West Virginia Univer- sion ordinances,” Fraley said. Continued on page 6 BOE Approves PRO for East Hardy High School By Jean A. Flanagan siders that unacceptable. Ward. was grant funded with a board of educa- said. “The world is not as safe as it was Moorefield Examiner Ward spoke to the Hardy County “In 2006, I was hired as a School Re- tion match, was cut from the school bud- last year.” Board of Education at their regular meet- source Officer,” Ward said. “I was as- get. Ward noted that while Moorefield In a best case scenario, in case of an ing Monday, April 4, and requested they signed to a school and there were some “Since 2009, the (school) Safety Com- schools do not have an officer in the emergency, a Hardy County Sheriff’s approve a Prevention Resource Officer issues as to my role in the schools. mittee has asked for a School Resource schools, the proximity of the Moorefield Deputy could not reach the East Hardy for East Hardy High School. “I have worked my entire career trying officer, primarily to provide a law en- Police Department and the Hardy Coun- School campus in less than 10 minutes. Several parents and EHHS Princi- to bridge the gap between cops and kids.” forcement presence in the two schools ty Sheriff’s Office guarantees a response Hardy County Sheriff Bryan Ward con- pal Jennifer Strawderman accompanied Ward said in 2008, the program, which on the eastern side of the county,” Ward Continued on page 7 Q&A with the Candidates | Board of Education

didate was given the opportunity to on the Board. He is a HVAC, heat- respond to the questions and their ing and plumbing contractor. responses are below. J. Brad Simmons was a teacher Hardy County Board of Educa- in Hardy County for 29 years and tion - Two of the five positions on By Jean A. Flanagan was principal at East Hardy High the Hardy County Board of Educa- School for 7 years. Moorefield Examiner tion are to be filled. Hardy County Board of Education members are Question #1 - What is the most Editor’s Note: This is part one of a nonpartisan and serve four-year pressing issue facing the Board of three-part series. In an effort to bet- terms. Education? ter inform the public about the can- Hahn: I believe the biggest issue didates seeking public office in Har- Candidates - Nancy Hahn has facing the school system is student dy County, the Moorefield Examiner served two terms on the Board. achievement. I don’t necessar- has contacted each candidate with She works as an office manager for ily agree with all the testing, but a series of questions relative to the Dr. Jerry Hahn. that’s how we’re judged. We have Nancy Hahn Loy Kesner J. Brad Simmons position they are aspiring. Each can- Loy Kesner has served two terms Continued on page 7

CONNECT www.MoorefieldExaminer.com WEATHER Source: National Weather Service On Twitter On Facebook News: @MoorefieldEx Moorefield Examiner Sports: @HardyCoSports 2 - MOOREFIELD (WV) EXAMINER, Wednesday, April 13, 2016 Opinion Register! Then Vote! My Unbased Opinion Spring time on Moore’s Run. Water Cress. Middle to the end hauled the water to turkeys he In less than 4 weeks, West Virginians will go to the Sitting on Doghouse’s deck, I con- of March is best. Three years now, raised on pasture range not far polls to vote in the Primary Election. After the May template and remember my life in I’ve not had any. Since the blood away. and along that stream. By clot formed in my right leg, it has 10th primary, the Mountain State will be able to take Morel mushrooms grew under Sucker Gigging. I remember David O. stayed swollen so much I can’t get those trees. White Morels, usually a breath and ignore the babbling politicians, talking James Saville, Pap’s friend from Heishman my boots on. Spring water is too middle to late mushroom season. Reymann Memorial Farm next cold to wade this time of year with- heads and those who are sure they know more about On way back to the house from door, carefully wading rapids, gig out good boots. Cress grows best trout fishing or a ground hog hunt what the voters need/want/deserve than the voters (fish spear) in one hand and Pap’s where water rises. I could often fill my cap with good themselves. At least until the General Election in No- big eight cell flashlight in the other Two big springs on state farm watching for yellow suckers swim- through small ponds and rapids feed into Moore’s Run. Both are sized fresh mushrooms. I’ve seen vember. ming upstream to spawn. If suck- for hours, a worm on a hook hang- good sources of water cress. Mom Moore’s Run trout and mush- We’ve heard many comments from citizens who say ers were running good and I was ing below it. Disappearing bobber sent me out with bread sacks. I’d rooms on same supper plate many quiet, I could sometimes hear their and a tug on my line meant fish in bring home three or four filled times. Occasionally a young ten- they aren’t even going to the polls...they don’t like any tails slapping water as they climbed the pan unless it was a chub, which with our family’s Spring tonic. I der ground hog found its way to of the candidates...why should they vote if there is no through shallow rapids. I threw back. West Virginia had ate it by hands full as salad and on supper table too. one acceptable on the ballot? A quick thrust, a flapping fish trout season back then. First day sandwiches. Mom made a good Mushrooms largely disappeared and a satisfied grunt signaled me to of trout season was every bit as big cooked dressing for it too. My there after flood of 1985. I’ve seen We would like to tell you why you should vote. bring the burlap feed sack I carried as first day of squirrel season. I daughter, Hannah, has been ask- several bigger floods on Moore’s Here’s a scenario to consider: Let’s say there are to hold the evenings catch. A ring- was often luckiest boy in my school ing me to take her along to get Run, one in 1996, but for some ing clatter and a fervent “Damn” class because I had almost my very some. She’ll wade for it and cut. reason 1985 finished the mush- two candidates for the primary slot for president, nei- meant he’d missed with his heavy own creek to fish. I’ll carry bandaids in case she slic- rooms. I’ve not found more than ther particularly popular nor desirable for the position iron four pronged spear. Mr. The state farm crew helped es her finger tips. half a dozen since and they were Angus Jenkins, Foreman at State stock Moore’s Run from upper Mushrooms. A place where in contention. There are 1000 voters who cast bal- puny. Farm made gigs from scrap iron. I state farm bridge to its mouth at White Walnuts (Butternuts), Pop- lots. Neither candidate receives more than 100 votes. think I might still have one some- Capon River. Pap always brought lars, White Ash and a few Wild I could write a book just about The results mean that more than 80 percent of the vot- where. I liked the flavor of suck- a couple buckets of trout up to Cherry trees grew on Moore’s my life in and along Moore’s Run. ers, but I hated the tons of small stock a few favored holes on our Run’s banks. A shallow cross- So many adventures. So many ers chose neither candidate by leaving the box empty. forked bones. farm. Our lightweight bait casting ing there where Pap pulled farm memories. So little time. So little That’s a slap in the face for both candidates. True, Trout Season. I followed a small rigs brought in enough to “stink up wagon loads of barrels out into gumption. I’d rather sit, doze and one of them is considered the winner of the primary. brown cork bobber downstream, your mother’s frying pan.” the stream for bucket filling. He just contemplate. But would you want to brag about receiving less than 10 percent of the vote? Now, if enough voters would do this, then it is to be Fifteen Years Ago Pendleton County, died April 4...J. man farm near Old Fields. From Harry Dolan, 64, former mayor of the condition of the remains, it was hoped that the powers that be consider opening the April 11, 2001 The Hardy County Commission Moorefield, died April 4...Nan- thought that they had been buried national conventions to select a candidate more quali- hired Kenneth Crane to run the cy June Park, 19, died March 31 for several years. Local dentists fied, more acceptable and more sensible for president, Office of Emergency Services. in Philadelphia...John Casper estimated the age of one to be Eastern Community College Wilkins, 77, Jenkins Chapel Sec- about 45. No legal action would not one bought and paid for by the king-makers, the dedicated a new Mobile Computer Health Center. tion, died April 6... Edwin Jackson take place. Leatherman reburied big money folks and big businesses. Classroom. Matching funds were Schools were taking security Harness, 93, died at his home in the bones in a secluded spot near Ogden, Utah. We know what you are thinking. Why should the provided by 17 business partners precautions because of a bomb the South Branch River. in the seven-county area served by threat to Moorefield High School. Mildred Maxine Schell and An epidemic of what was controlling factions give up? Well, in case you hadn’t Eastern. Rev. Glen E. Roy, 68, Keyser, Donald Blair Thomas were mar- thought to be scarlet fever had noticed registered voters are switching parties by the Figures released by the Census died April 3...Giovanni Centofan- ried Dec. 29 in Arlington. caused the school at Mathias to be Bureau showed a 15.20 percent ti Ricotilli, 93, Coalton, WV, died Born to Mr. and Mrs. Tom Wil- closed. thousands. This means they aren’t happy with either gain in Hardy County’s population April 5...Clifton Dale Reynolds, liams, a daughter...to Mr. and Mrs. A gasoline shovel was delivered the Democrats or Republicans. Many are switching from 10,997 in 1990 to 12,669 in 31, Alexandria, VA, died April Wayne Shanholtz, a son, Michael to the marl plant in the Flats. Gary...to Mr. and Mrs. Rolland 2000. Moorefield grew 10.57 per- 3... Elsie Bond Fisher, 81, Chesa- An application to wed was is- to Independent or No Party Affiliation or even Liber- Simmons, a son, John Bradley... cent from 2,148 to 2,375. Wardens- peake, VA, died April 1...Emily sued to Leanna C. Washington to Mr. and Mrs. Brady Vetter, Jr., tarian, Mountain or Green party. No party members ville grew 75.71 percent from 140 Runions Delawder, 75, died April and James Twyman. a son, William Moray...to Mr. and to 246 residents. 7...Lillie See Baker, 73, Cumber- Coach Tack Clark’s MHS base- means no little donations and no voters to control. Mrs. Roy Haggerty, a daughter. Maggie Shriver was named Miss land, died April 6. ball team opened the season de- Moorefield defeated Wardens- Sure, this is a pipe dream, but what really infuriates Moorefield 2001. Katie Poling was Born to Mr. and Mrs. Scott feating Franklin 5-0 and Circlev- ville 10-0 and 13-0. us is the number of qualified voters who are not regis- first runner-up, Sheril Ours was Goodall, a daughter. ille 14-2. second, and Rachael Walters was tered, the number of registered voters who never go to East Hardy defeated Paw Paw third. 8-0...Moorefield lost to Franklin Seventy-five Years Ago Ninety Years Ago Ila M. Davidson, 78, Strasburg, the polls, and finally the number of voters who think 8-1. April 16, 1941 April 15, 1926 died April 1...George C. Hiett, 66, H. Gus Muntzing was elected The large team of horses be- it doesn’t matter but who are the same non-voters Stephenson, VA, died April 1... Forty-five Years Ago chair at the organizational meet- longing to the South Fork Lumber complaining loudly about their elected officials. Then Reva J. Kinnicutt, 76, Olean, NY, ing of the Inter-Civic Council. April 14, 1971 Company were frightened while at died March 10...Keith Tenney, 66, The first action was to request all there’s the number of voters who do vote, but only do General Telephone announced the Hardy County Mill. They ran Chatsworth, GA, died March 28... member organizations to write let- toll free calling would be provided down Main Street which was lined so when paid or told for whom to vote. Orpha Dellinger See, 88, War- ters to state and federal officials to between Moorefield and Lost Riv- with cars on both sides. They at- densville, died April 2. She and retain Camp Hardy CCC camp at Americans have paid a price too dear to let so few er in mid-May. tempted to make the turn at the her husband owned and operated Lost River State Park until work Glenn F. Sweitzer, a former resi- Mullin Hotel and ran into the both select and run our country. Read history and See’s Motel for many years...Deb- is competed. Sixteen of the 18 dent of Wardensville, was a mem- Price Building. The head of one weep for those who died for the freedom to vote. And bie Miller Baker, 39, died April member organizations were pres- ber of the bio-medical team at horse went through a large win- 2...Dayton Lysle Delawder, 67, ent. be ashamed of yourself if you haven’t taken advantage Johns Hopkins University that had dow and was cut right much. It died April 5...Ocie Eugene Sher- Hardy County received $79,129 developed a heart pacer. was a miracle they didn’t strike a of that freedom people around the world envy. man, 91, Rig, died April 1...Allen for construction, reconstruction The point is, you do not have to vote for every posi- Delevene Miller, 77, formerly of C. A. “Buck” Turner had and maintenance of state roads car. Baker, died April 6...Frankie Lee opened Turner’s Collection Agen- throughout the county from the A Mr. Keating of Maryland had tion. Surely there will be someone on the ballot on the Hise, 66, died April 7...Richard A. cy on Washington Street. WPA. leased the Central Hotel in War- local or state level you think will make a good elected Lloyd, 47, Beckley, died April 3. Five groups were to perform in Twenty-one men were to leave densville. the Wardensville Lions Quartets J. W. Everett sold his farm in the official. Even if you only vote for that one person, it Born to Julie Markwood Cook, for the Clarksburg induction cen- a daughter, Rebekah Lynn Cook... on Parade. ter. Volunteers were Samuel See, Flats to Tom Bosley. is important that you cast a ballot. Too many Ameri- to Mr. and Mrs. Eric Whetzel, a Mary Kane Washington, 82, Augustus Renick McNeill, Felix F. C. Welton, M. W. Gamble, R. cans are throwing away the responsibility of citizen- daughter, Marissa Rene...to Mr. died April 5 in Petersburg. Gochenour Poling, Joseph Luther C. May and Herman Sions were and Mrs. Greg Gaynor, a daugh- Susan Rebecca Friddle and Ketterman, Lawrence McClel- appointed to the Good Roads As- ship. Too many are letting someone else make deci- ter, Madison Layne. Gary Joseph Boyce were married land Bean, Robert Lee Harness, sociation which meets in Santa sions that belong to all of us. Too many. The Lady Cougars lost to Mus- March 24. Oliver Junior Landis, George W. Monica, CA. A. J. Welton and selman 6-4 and 8.2 and to James Moorefield beat Petersburg 4-2. M. S. Judy were appointed from First, though, you do have to be registered to vote. Murphy, Junior Fout Haggerty Wood 17-2...the Lady Jackets beat and William Randall Calhoun of Grant County. You have until next Tuesday, April 19, to go to the Petersburg 13-3 and Hampshire Sixty Years Ago Moorefield; John Clarke Keck- Movers in Needmore: Shorty Court House and visit with Gregg Ely’s efficient staff 26-11 but lost to Allegany 9-2 and April 11, 1956 ley, Wardensville; David Luther Clark had sold out and was mov- 14-1. A public meeting of Moorefield Smith, Bass; and David Ralston ing to Paw Paw; Branson Teets had who will register you and answer any questions you and South Fork residents was to be Teets, Needmore. Draftees were sold his property and was going to have about the very simple process. Thirty Years Ago held to discuss flood control issues Andrew Jackson Helmick and Luke; Ben Whitmer was planning Week of April 9, 1986 and a series of 30 dams. Raymond Kenneth Schell, Moore- to sell and move to Baltimore; If you are registered or get registered by that dead- District Conservationist Ed Kes- The Moorefield Post Office was field; Clyde William Dove, Rio; Laben Keller was moving back to line, you can participate in Early Voting which starts ecker told the county that com- taking bids on a new facility. It Walter I. Miller, Needmore; Wil- Lost City. April 27. You can also apply for an absentee ballot pleted flood projects amounted had been located in the McWhort- liam Henry Barb, Woodrow Wil- In Wardensville, L. L. Shreck to $1.35 million. Nearly finished er Building since 1911. son Delawder and Glade Ralston was moving into the B. F. Sine if you’ll be out of the area during the dates when you projects amounted to $1.75 mil- Vandals broke into the Moore- Hepner, Mathias; and John Halsey house and C. E. Hawse into the could vote locally. lion. field Municipal Airport, but planes Cain, Milam. Triplett house near the station. Dr. Garrett Long, dentist, had in the hanger were not damaged. Two adult skeletons were Born to Mr. and Mrs. L. C. An- It’s easy and more than that, it’s important. Ameri- joined the staff at E. A. Hawse Sally Daugherty Yarger, 78, plowed up on the O. A. Leather- derson, a son. cans need to take back the election process and you have the opportunity to do that on May 10.

Taxes Are Due think drones in rural areas could M OOREFIELD be more hazardous than previ- By the way, you actually have Unintended consequences... the ously thought. There’s our pow- until Monday, April 18, to mail State of North Carolina passed a er lines for telephones, electric- your taxes. Seems the District E XAMINER law preventing local governments ity, and fiber optic. No one has of Columbia...where the Internal from protecting people based on yet said the drones are equipped Revenue Service headquarters are 132 South Main Street, P.O. Box 380, Moorefield, West Virginia 26836 sexual orientation and gender Telephone: (304) 530-NEWS • Fax: (304) 530-6400 • www.moorefieldexaminer.com with any kind of radar or sensitiv- located...celebrates Emancipa- Emails: identity when they use public ac- ity to objects. We hope there’s a tion Day on April 16, 1862, which N EWS /E DITORIAL : [email protected] commodations such as hotels. In vada a drone delivered a package lot more work going into Flirtey marks the day President Lincoln D ISPLAY A DVERTISING : [email protected] response, the governor of Wash- C LASSIFIED A DVERTISING : [email protected] outside a residence in the small drones (or any others) before they signed the Compensated Emanci- L EGAL A DVERTISING : [email protected] ington State barred non-essential town of Hawthorne. The house start delivering packages for real. pation Proclamation freeing 3100 C IRCULATION : [email protected] state-funded travel to North Caro- was uninhabited as was the area Just let folks fly the drones around slaves in the District. He signed B ILLING Q UESTIONS : [email protected] lina. Seattle’s mayor banned city around it. We suppose this was for their back yards or the north 40, the original Proclamation in Janu- The Moorefield Examiner is published weekly on Wednesday except between Christmas and New Years at 132 S. Main Street, Moorefield, West Virginia. Periodicals Postage is paid at employee travel to North Caro- safety, both for the drone and any but until some fine tuning is done, ary 1863. So, since the 16th lands Moorefield, West Virginia, 26836. USPS 362-300. Subscription Costs: $32.00 per year tax lina. Cities of Atlanta, the District people who might have been there. maybe we should keep them out of on a Saturday, residents of DC are included for Post Offices in Hardy County. $40.00 per year tax included for elsewhere in West Virginia. $45.00 per year outside West Virginia. There will be a $6.00 charge to change of Columbia and Boston joined the We like the name of the drone the friendly skies of the rest of the given Friday the 15th as a holiday. subscription address to out of state. Three-month, six-month, and nine-month subscriptions ban along with the states of New company, Flirtey, which seems aviation world. That means DC folks get a holiday also available. $30.00 per year tax included for the Moorefield Examiner Online Edition. York, Connecticut and Minneso- on April 15 but don’t actually cel- $50.00 per year tax included for the Moorefield Examiner Online Edition & Print Edition. rather appropriate for a drone. ta. That wasn’t all...corporations We think, however, folks excited Sign those papers ebrate until April 16, a Saturday. POSTMASTER: Send address change to: with a major presence in NC are about drone deliveries really need But the rest of America gets an Moorefield Examiner, P.O. Box 380, Moorefield, WV 26836 also expressing dismay at the new to let the rest of us know what’s in Don’t forget that the Lost River extra three days to file their taxes. Member: National Newspaper Association and West Virgina Press Association law and, would you believe, so is store. It may be the greatest thing Artisans Cooperative is opening Funny, we didn’t think most tax THE EXAMINER IS THE DEMOCRATIC NEWSPAPER the NCAA. We think the Tarheel since sliced bread, but it may be for the season this Saturday, April returns went to Washington, DC OFFICIAL PUBLICATION OF HARDY COUNTY State might want to rethink that the worst since the Ford Edsel. 16. They will be in their new fa- in the first place. If not e-filed we Publishers: Mr. and Mrs. David O. Heishman; Editor: Phoebe F. Heishman; law. Considering the fact that we fre- cility just south of the Lost River thought they went to IRS process- General Manager: James O. Heishman; Managing Editor: Jean A. Flanagan; quently have low flying military Grill on Rt. 259. For information, ing centers Connecticut, Missouri, Advertising Manager: Mike Mallow; Staff: Kathy Bobo, D.J. Bosley, Carolyn Burge, Sam R. Fisher, Hannah Heishman, Carl Holcomb, Diane Hypes, April 15 planes criss-crossing our county, call 304-897-7242. Kentucky, North Carolina, Ohio Carissa Kuykendall, Sharon Martin, Faye Staley, Peggy Wratchford. plus the single engine planes that and California. Wonder if those The drones are coming. In Ne- wander around our local skies, we Then mail and forget employees get a holiday? MOOREFIELD (WV) EXAMINER, Wednesday, April 13, 2016 - 3

News [email protected] State Junior Conservation Planning Commission Ponders Next Steps in Comp Plan Implementation Camp Scholarships Available By Lon Anderson vised their zoning codes because it test case (for the state about zon- Special to Examiner is so difficult.” ing revisions), just not sure a test Scholarships are still available and turkey used to protect out-of- scheduled for June 13-18. That Hardy County is in the lead on for what,” Scott added. “We need for West Virginia Junior Conser- season animals. camp is organized by the WVU The proposed update of Hardy this statewide, noted Greenwalt. to have the attorneys advise us,” vation Camp, where kids ages 11- Campers also swim, play volley- Extension Service, West Virginia County’s Comprehensive Plan for But being a trailblazer in land she emphasized. 14 can learn about environmen- ball, run relay races, and engage Conservation Agency and several land use continued to dominate use planning in West Virginia will She noted that the county will tal science from the state’s most in many other activities with their more state and federal agencies. the attention of the Hardy County also present some major challenges be held up as an example for its knowledgeable forestry, wildlife peers. After the day’s festivities, for the County, according to Scott. For more information about that Planning Commission at its April planning work at the state planning and preservation experts. Scholar- campers gather around a camp- meeting last Tuesday night. One of the largest issues loom- camp, go to www.wvconservation- conference to be held in May. “At ships cover the full cost of camp, fire, creating fellowship with one Earlier in the day, the Planning ing is the notification requirement the conference, we are the success camp.com or call Allen Miller at which is $172, and are issued on a another. The camp concludes with Commission presented that plan when zoning is changed to conform story,” she told the Commission- first-come, first-serve basis. an assembly on Friday morning. 304-293-9425. to the Hardy County Commission to the plan. The state statute ap- ers. Scheduled June 20-24 at Ce- Many dedicated experts from For more DEP news and infor- for their consideration. The Coun- pears to require the county to send “Some counties that have grown dar Lakes in Ripley, the overnight the DEP, Division of Natural Re- mation, go to www.dep.wv.gov. ty Commissioners set the public notification by registered mail to a lot now wish they had our zoning camp offers classes in wildlife, sources, Division of Forestry, and Also, be sure to connect with the hearing on the draft plan for May each property owner affected by in place,” Greenwalt added. archery, recycling, fishing, canoe- WVU Extension Service serve as agency on all social media plat- 3. They will then have 90 days to proposed (zoning) code changes, In other business, the Com- ing, and more, inspiring over 200 camp counselors, presenters, and forms. Follow @DEPWV on act on the plan. Scott explained. missioners reviewed an applica- campers to protect the state’s nat- leaders. For more information The Planning Commission “Probably more than 50% of Twitter and find us on YouTube tion from Brad Horton before the ural resources. The camp is spon- about Junior Conservation Camp our population will be impacted by had also held a series of hearings Board of Zoning Appeals for sewer sored by the state Department of or to inquire about scholarship by searching “Environment Mat- this,” Greenwalt said. “We’re talk- throughout the County last fall and services to allow 51 apartment units Environmental Protection. availability, contact camp Director ters.” For specific information winter as part of its procedure to fi- ing 6, 7 or 8,000 people.” to be built on the property which Each day, campers have the op- Diana Haid at 304-926-0499, Ext. about our REAP (Rehabilita- nalize its plan. Many changes were “We figured out that (mail- is located across from the Robert portunity to learn about environ- 1114, or [email protected]. tion Environmental Action Plan), made to the draft plan based upon ing notifications) could cost over C. Byrd Industrial Park east of mental preservation in engaging The deadline to register for camp West Virginia Project WET (Wa- that input, according to County $100,000,” Scott said. “That’s why Moorefield. The units would have new ways, outside of a classroom is May 2. Planner Melissa Scott. we may have to call for an interpre- ter Education for Teachers), West public water. setting. Past presentations have The DEP also would like to re- With a new comprehensive plan tation from the attorneys. Anytime Virginia Watershed Improvement Scott noted that the proposed explained energy efficiency and air mind youth ages 14-18 that the for the County now appearing to be you change the (zoning) map, you Branch, Youth Environmental rent for units seemed reasonable, quality, demonstrated the work of 75th annual West Virginia State close to enactment, the Planning have to notify those impacted.” Program and Human Resources fire dogs in forestry, and displayed Conservation Camp at Camp Commissioners began discussing “Can we bypass this (mailing) and that they would not be subsi- the operation of mechanical deer Caesar in Webster County is initiatives, connect on Facebook. next steps required for implement- and just do advertising (to notify dized. The Board has scheduled ing the plan. the impacted landowners)?” asked the hearing on April 28, and the “Once we have an adopted plan, Greenwalt. builder hoped to start construction News Briefs we are out of compliance if we are The statute, the county planner around May 1. Scott also updated the board on programs will be offered starting not working to update zoning (to noted, is horribly written about this Spring Mountain Festival has or improvement of West Virginia’s discussions being held with land been scheduled for April 22-24 at agriculture, forestry or specialty conform to the new comprehen- and urged the commissioners to at 11 a.m. with information on owners in the Wardensville Indus- the Tri-County Fairgrounds in Pe- crops. Inductions will be during sive plan), noted Commission Vice take time to read it for themselves. the Brocks Gap Rifles. At 12:30 trial Park concerning the feasibility tersburg. Music, arts and crafts, the 2016 State Fair. President Greg Greenwalt. “We may need to talk to our leg- of rezoning in order to realign with food, golf and corn hole tourna- ********** p.m. it will be about Textiles: Wo- But updating the county’s zon- islators to revise this law,” suggest- ing could be a major problem, ed Commissioner George Leather- their covenants and restrictions. ments, an April Fool’s race, pa- The Hardy County Convention ven, Spun and Quilted. At 2 p.m. The Planning Commission and Visitors Bureau was recently Scott explained. “It’s a complex man. rade and more fill the three day the program will be about William festival. For more information awarded a Matching Advertising and convoluted path,” she told the “And you wonder why Maryland meets the first Tuesday of every call 304-257-2722 or go online to Partnership Program grant in the “Billy” Sager, who was killed in ac- Commissioners. “It’s all about in- and Virginia are so far ahead of us month beginning at 7 p.m. The www.gowv.com. amount of $13,344.40. The proj- tion in World War II. Old photos terpretations of the law. I don’t in this (kind of planning),” noted meetings are held in the basement know of any other (West Virginia) Commissioner J.R. Keplinger. of the Hardy County Courthouse. ********** ect will promote awareness, vis- will be displayed, researchers will Berkeley Springs is inviting ibility, and the uniqueness of Har- counties that have significantly re- “I’m sure we are going to be a The public is invited to attend. be there to share and collect, and folks to the Uniquely West Vir- dy County as a travel destination, ginia Wine and Food Festival on while establishing and sustaining personal libraries will be available April 16. Seven wineries will be partnership that strengthen the to use for research. For more in- Forest Service to Open Trout Pond Rec. Area represented for sampling. For county’s tourism industry. The formation call 540-662-1475 or The USDA Forest Service will a popular spot for folks who want the Forest Service replaced the more information go online to campaign will utilize print, Inter- reopen Trout Pond Recreation to enjoy their national forests. We water treatment system’s lift sta- http://www.berkeleysprings.com net and social media in the D.C. email Pat Ritchie Turner at pa- Area in Hardy County on May 7, have worked hard to upgrade the tion.” Morgan explained. or call 300-447-8797. metro area, Virginia and West [email protected]. for Kids Fishing Day. The area facilities in Trout Pond’s Day Use Trout Pond Recreation Area ********** Virginia. The MAPP program will ********** Nominations for West Virginia distribute nearly $1.1 million in will be open for camping and day area” said Acting Lee District was constructed in the late 1970s AAA Fuel Gauge again was ab- Women in Agriculture are be- matching funds through the WV use activities. Last fall Trout Pond Ranger, Jonathan Morgan. “We and is home to the only natural ing accepted by the WV Depart- Tourism Commission. sent with state and national prices Recreation Area was closed to al- look forward to seeing everyone at lake in West Virginia. ment of Agriculture until June 15. ********** on regular unleaded gasoline. In low for a large renovation of the Kids Fishing Day on May 7, 2016.” To learn the status of Trout Details are to be included about The 26th Annual Brocks Gap day use area which included a new “These construction projects Pond Recreation Area, call the Hardy County gas prices last week women who have made significant Heritage Day will be held at Fulks bathhouse and upgrades to the were part of a major facilities im- Lee District office at (540) 984- contributions to the establish- Run Elementary on April 16 from were at $2.09 across the county. sewer system. provement project at Trout Pond 4101 Monday through Friday dur- ment, development, advancement 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. Three special ********** “Trout Pond Recreation Area is Recreation Area. In fall of 2014, ing business hours. Rachel See Announces Candidacy for Hardy County Circuit Clerk My biggest concern as I an- McNeil, after whom my son, Han- ty, help in State campaign efforts, my life. Despite the homesickness of humility, not entitlement. nounce my decision to run for the son, is named. and work to find electorates to go and a temptation to quit, I gradu- Furthermore, I am raising a position of Hardy County Circuit After graduation, I married to Charleston. ated one year later and passed my son into manhood. I want him to Clerk, is that I will provide a list and settled locally, working and My adventure as a single mom board exam, becoming a licensed value the land in which we live of my own accomplishments and putting myself through college began three years ago, where I PTA, on the first attempt. and the traditional idea of politics somehow fail to communicate the whilst raising my son. I enrolled learned the struggles and chal- Returning home, I began work that have always guided it, along person I am which is as impor- in a paralegal program with the lenges that face a mother trying to immediately in my field in the with a true love and respect for tant, I believe, in filling a public intention of possibly pursuing raise her child, work, juggle fam- Baker area. I also joined the Li- the God of our forefathers whose seat as all the many memberships a law degree in the future. The ily time, and make ends meet. The on’s Club in Wardensville and the guidance was sought most fervent- and recommendations a candidate challenges of motherhood and a experience, though overwhelming Ruritan Club in Mathias in order ly in the shaping of this fledgling may have. First, here is a little lengthy commute, coupled with at times, spurned me into action to become as active as possible in nation. The political disquiet rip- about myself. a need to help financially on the and gave me the grit and grain I community events. pling through our land has seemed My name is Rachel Annaliese home front, I decided to work my needed to get where I needed to All of that said and done, I have to motivate me as well to not sit See. I have been in the Hardy way through college locally and be in order to provide for myself and have always had a sense of by idly, but take action, even in a cation, never shirking the tasks set County area since I was nine years graduated from Eastern West Vir- and my family. burden to and interest in serving small way. before and entrusted to me. I fin- old. Both sides of my family hav- ginia Technical and Community After months of preparation, my county or country in a capac- Jack Lew said once, “I think ish with this quote by Nathan Hale ing resided in this county for as College with two degrees, a 3.95 countless unpaid observation ity where I believe I have always there’s no higher calling in terms that describes so clearly how I feel long as the history of the county grade point average, and a sense hours, and a competitive inter- found the greatest sense of fulfill- of a career than public service, about the position and my motives itself, I naturally have a family of having accomplished what I set view before four board members ment, public service. I do not look which is a chance to make a differ- for running. “I am not influenced history peopled with some of the out to do. Furthermore, despite against seventy other applicants, at the Circuit Clerk’s position as ence in people’s lives and improve by the expectation of promotion on earliest names which helped to my busy schedule as young moth- I was accepted into the Physical a wholly political one; however, the world.” In closing, I hum- pecuniary reward. I wish to be use- make the history of this county er, employee, and college student, Therapist Assistant program at Al- it is a position that requires integ- bly ask for the vote of the fellow ful, and every kind of service nec- so unique, my personal favorite I managed to become involved in legany College of Maryland. Thus rity, discretion, an ability to inter- members of Hardy County, and in essary for the public good, become from amongst the ranks of McNeil my college’s student government, began the longest and one of the act with the public, capability, a return, I pledge to serve with hon- honorable by being necessary.” Rangers, Captain John Hanson affiliate myself with a political par- most challenging experiences of strong work ethic, and an attitude esty, irreproachability, and dedi- Thank you all. HARDY TIMES Energy Express cy Preparedness Committee will meet Tuesday, April 19, in Math- hold the Spring Clean Up Week of Commerce will host a Meet & week. For more information or to meet Thursday, April 14, 7 p.m. ias at the N&S Restaurant at 10:30 Monday, April 18 through Friday, Greet the Candidates on Wednes- schedule contact Amanda Barger, Energy Express is coming to April 22. Residents of the town day, April 20, from 5:30 - 8 p.m. at 304-257-1277, or Moorefield Elementary School. at the RRT Building, 144 Emer- a.m. Officers will be installed wishing to have items picked up the South Branch Inn in Moore- [email protected] The WVU Extension Office is gency Lane, across from the WVU and dues will be accepted for the need to call the Town Office at field. The event is free and open to Steve Arbaugh, 304-257-1331 or looking for donations of craft Extension Service Office (old 911 upcoming year, volunteer hour items such as paper towel tubes, center). LEPC 101 will be pre- forms are to be turned in, and both 530-6142 and have their name put the public. Call 304-530-1786 for [email protected] fabric, small containers with lids. sented. The public is invited. items for the local food pantry and on the list. Residents must call by information. Vera Shockey 304-434-8000 ext. Bring them to the Extension Of- empty pill bottles are requested. Friday, April 15. Calls after 4:30 TASC Testing 324 or fice, the old 911 Center building. DAR Meets P.M. Friday, April 15 will be put [email protected]. The South Branch Valley Chap- Parent Night on a list to be picked up should the South Branch Career and Tech- Community Together ter DAR will meet on April 16 at Moorefield High School will Town Clean-Up crew have time nical Center has announced the Food School The Wardensville Presbyterian 10 a.m. at the Moorefield Presby- host 8th Grade Orientation and available during the week. Haz- TASC Testing Center Schedule, Food School will be held Mon- Church will host Community To- terian Church. All members and Parent Night on Tuesday, April 19, ardous items such as paint, tires, formerly known as G.E.D, for the day, May 2 at Hardy County gether on Thursday, April 14 be- interested persons are encouraged from 5 - 6:30 p.m. Tour the high oil, chemicals, or appliances with 2015-2016 School Year. Health Dept. at 9 a.m. and Moore- ginning at 6 p.m. Come and bring to attend. school, get info, meet teachers, freon will not be collected because • April 21-22, 3:30-8:30 p.m. field High School Auditoriums at a friend. and more. the landfill will not accept them. • May 19-20,2016 3:30-8:30 p.m. 7:00 p.m. Registration for Food HARSE Meets Dates are subject to change. School is no longer necessary. All LEPC Meets Hardy County Association of Spring Clean Up Meet the Candidates Registrations must be made no lat- classes are on a first come, first Hardy County Local Emergen- Retired School Employees will The Town of Moorefield will The Hardy County Chamber er than the Monday of the testing serve basis. 4 - MOOREFIELD (WV) EXAMINER, Wednesday, April 13, 2016 Obituaries MILDRED L. SIONS-COLE L. MANNING MUNTZING HELEN L. COPPE Mildred L. Sions-Cole, 82, of Lewis Manning Muntzing, 81, of Helen Louise Coppe, age 87 of McCoole, Md., passed away on Potomac, Maryland, passed away Moorefield, W.Va., passed away Thursday, March 31, 2016 at the Monday, March 28, 2016, while in on Thursday, April 7, 2016 at the Western Maryland Regional Medi- Hospice Care, from complications E.A. Hawse Rehabilitation Cen- cal Center, Cumberland, Md. related to Alzheimer’s disease. ter in Baker, W.Va.. Born May She was born on March 14, 1934 Raised in Moorefield, West Vir- 16, 1928 in Hardy County, W.Va., at Flats, W.Va., and was a daughter ginia, by Judge H. Gus and Virgin- she was the daughter of the late of the late Samuel L. and Pauline ia Muntzing, Manning graduated Brown Sherman and Ethel South- (Pratt) Srout. She was preceded in from the University of North Caro- erly Sherman. Helen was a mem- death by her former husband, Earl lina at Chapel Hill, Princeton Uni- ber of the Moorefield Church of Sions; her second husband, Don- versity Graduate School for Pub- the Brethren. ald Cole; four brothers, Paul, Carl lic and International Affairs and In addition to her parents, she and Claude Srout and Robert Rad- Harvard Law School. He devoted was preceded in death by her hus- er and two sisters, Helen Jay Srout his legal career and public service band, Hayward Dalton Coppe, Sr., and Doris (Srout) Martin-Rogers. to the advancement of safe nucle- one daughter, one son, one sister, Mrs. Cole was a 1968 graduate in transporting her to her medical ar power. As Director of Regula- three brothers, and one grandson. of Scott Beauty School in Cum- appointments and chemotherapy tions for the U.S. Atomic Energy byterian Church sanctuary, 4101 She is survived by one daugh- A funeral service was held at berland, Md. and was employed treatments. It is impossible to list Commission, he spearheaded the Nebraska Avenue, NW, Washing- ter Lucy Coppe of Wardensville, as a hairdresser in the Tri-Towns 2:00 p.m., Sunday, April 10, 2016 all of the many members of the creation of the Nuclear Regula- ton, DC, with Reverend Evange- W.Va.; two sons, Hayward Dal- area for 45 years. She was a life local VFW Post who worked with tory Commission. After retirement line Taylor officiating. A reception ton “H.D.” Coppe, Jr. and John at the Elmore Funeral Home with member of the Ladies Auxiliary her over her past 32 years of ser- from private law practice repre- will follow in the Court of Flags. Coppe, both of Moorefield, W.Va.; Pastors Russell and Lucy Webster to Queens Point Memorial Post # vice. She loved you all. senting the United States world- Interment will be private in West one sister, Martha Lee Hartman of 6775, VFW, McCoole where she officiating. Burial will follow at A memorial service will be wide on nuclear power, he founded Virginia. Petersburg, W.Va.; two brothers, served in multiple roles on the lo- the Olivet Cemetery, Moorefield, conducted at the Smith Funeral many international nuclear organi- In lieu of flowers, contributions Ronnie Sherman of Moorefield, cal, district and state levels. She W.Va. Home, Keyser Chapel, on Satur- zations that continue on with his may be made to the American W.Va. and Jimmy Sherman of Mi- served as Past President and Trea- day, April 16, 2016 at 1:00 p.m. vision. Nuclear Society, Lockbox #97781, lam, W.Va.; nine grandchildren; Arrangements are under the di- surer and ardently supported the with Pastor Randy Crowe officiat- Manning is survived by his loving c/o accounting dept., 97781 Eagle and five great-grandchildren. rection of Elmore Funeral Home. Voice of Democracy Program for ing. The family will receive friends wife, Nan Muntzing, of 57 years, Way, Chicago, Illinois, 60678. 25 years. She also worked tireless- at the funeral home one hour prior four children, Catherine Boyden, Condolences, shared memories ly with Mrs. Comfort in the youth to the service. Elizabeth McKaig, Nancy Sprinkle and photos may be left on Mr. EDNA RUTH VETTERS programs at Calvary Christian The family invites all family and and Stuart Skok, and seven grand- Muntzing’s Tribute Wall at www. Edna Ruth Vetters, age 97 of Geraldine Callison of Fairborn, Academy in Cresaptown, Md. Mil- friends to continue in celebrat- children. fraleyfuneralhome.com . Lee Street, Moorefield, W.Va., Ohio; nine grandchildren, Brian dred also was very active with and ing Mildred’s life in a fellowship A celebration of life service will Arrangements are under the formerly of South Fork Road, J. (Margie) O’Neal, Robin M. supported the cancer research pro- meal to be held immediately fol- be held on Saturday, April 16, 2016 direction of the Fraley Funeral passed away Wednesday morning, (Chuck) Williams, Heidi J. Fields, gram with the VFW Auxiliary. She lowing the memorial service at at 3:00 p.m. at the National Pres- Home. April 6, 2016 at the Grant Reha- Shelia Collins, Dora (Bob) Fer- loved gardening and was proud of the Queens Point Memorial Post bilitation & Care Center in Peters- tig, Gayle (Donnie) Sherman, Be- the beautiful flowers and landscap- burg, W.Va. VFW, McCoole. JOHN “JOHNNIE” MOYERS linda (Travis) Weatherholtz, Gary ing around her home. She was born on March 2, 1919 Private interment will be in the G.( Becky) See, II and Jeremy R. Surviving are her daughter, Te- in Pemberton, Ohio and was the Bethel Cemetery, Old Fields. John “Johnnie” Mathias Moy- ers of Timberville, Va., a daughter See; twenty-nine grandchildren resa Sions and husband Thomas daughter of the late Cory Carl At Mildred’s request, the fam- ers, 89 of Mathias, W.Va. passed Pamela M. Hottinger and husband and twenty-eight great-grandchil- Reel of Keyser, W.Va.; her lov- Clark and Florence Edith (David- ily respectfully requests no flowers; away on Friday April 8, 2016 at his Eric of Linville, VA, a grandson, dren. The family extends a spe- ing grandson, who lit up her life, son) Clark. however they do encourage memo- home surrounded by his family. John Andrew Moyers Jr. and fi- cial thanks to caregivers Megan Kevin Preston of Barton, Md.; Her husband, Melvin R. “Ted” rial contributions to be made to ei- Born on January 4, 1927 in ancée Shawn Dove of Mathias, a Delawder and Amanda Mongold two great-grandchildren, Jonathan Vetters, preceded her in death in Mathias, W.Va., he was the son of step-grandson, Jordon Dove, niec- for the wonderful care and assis- Preston and wife Brooke and Ca- ther the Cancer Research Fund or January 1974. She was also pre- the late John J. Moyers and Julia es, nephews and extended family. tance to Edna. rissa Preston and significant other, the Voice of Democracy Program, ceded in death by a daughter, Mathias Moyers. Funeral services were conduct- Kody Boyer; a great-great grand- c/o Queens Point Memorial Post He was preceded in death, Vicki L. See, a son, Robert C. Vet- # 6775, VFW Ladies Auxiliary, Johnnie was a lifelong farmer, along with his parents, by a broth- ed on Saturday, April 9, 2016 at son, Boston Boyer; two brothers, lifelong member of the Mathis ters, a granddaughter, Cathy Jo Howard and Doyle Srout, both of 21406 Queens Point Road, S.W., er, Vincent D. Moyers and a sister, the Fraley Funeral Home Chapel, Church of the Brethren, mem- Gheen, a great-granddaughter, Old Fields, W.Va.; and five sisters, McCoole, MD 21562. Lillian Ross. with the Pastor Judy Vetter offici- ber and among the first members Jessica Pearce, two brothers and Jean Evans of Arlington, Va., Janet Condolences and personal re- Funeral services were held on ating. Interment was at the Olivet of Mathias Fire Co. and Rescue five sisters. Brooks of Westminster, Md., Lin- flections to the family may be left Sunday evening April 10, 2016 at Cemetery. Squad. He helped build the first She and her husband owned and da Lough and Hazel Crane, both after Mrs. Cole’s obituary at smith- McKee Funeral Home Chapel, operated “Ted’s Place” near Bass Condolences, shared memo- fire house in Mathias. He retired of Old Fields and Mona Miller of funeralhomes.net. on the South Fork Road for many ries and photos may be left on in the fall of 1990 from the postal Baker, WV with Pastor Rick Berg- Moorefield, W.Va. Also surviving is Funeral arrangements were un- years. She was a member of the Mrs. Vetter’s Tribute Wall at www. service as a rural carrier after 30 doll officiating. Interment will be a special friend, Alvin Plum, who der the direction of the Smith Fu- Bass United Methodist Church. fraleyfuneralhome.com . years of service. private. over the past two years was faithful neral Home, Keyser, W.Va. Surviving is a daughter, R. Arrangements were under the Surviving is his wife Rosamond In lieu of flowers, memorials “Ruthie” (Billy Junior) O’Neal direction of the Fraley Funeral M. (Eye) Moyers whom he mar- may be sent to Mathias Vol. Fire of New Carlisle, Ohio; one sister, Home. DORTHY HAMILTON ried on July 5, 1946 in Cumber- Co. P.O. Box 59 Mathias, WV Dorthy Virginia Hamilton, 92 and wife Louise Schwarting of land, Md. They would have cel- 26812 of Mathias, W.Va. passed away Stanardsville, Va., two grand- ebrated 70 years in July. All arrangements are under on Friday April 8, 2016 at E.A. sons, Richard Hamilton and wife Along with his wife, he is sur- the direction of McKee Funeral Walnut Grove Epiphany of the Hawse Nursing & Rehab Center Karen, Casey E. Hamilton all of vived by a son, John Andrew Moy- Home, Baker, W.Va Church of the Brethren in Baker, W.Va.. Mathias, a great-grandchild, Jole- Lord Catholic HAZEL BILLER Rt. 55 East, Moorefield She was born on June 25, 1923 ah D. Hamilton of Mathias, and just before Corridor H exit in Needmore, W.Va. to Robert two brothers, Calvin Taylor, James Hazel Fannie Mathews Biller, In addition to her parents she Church and Cora Belle (Parker) Taylor. Taylor both of Timberville, Va. 84, went to be with the Lord, Fri- was preceded in death by her first Sunday School 10 a.m. Dorthy was a homemaker, Rt. 55, Moorefield, WV Funeral services were held day, April 8, 2016 at her home. husband, John T. Mathews, Sr., Church Service 11 a.m. farmer, loving mother and grand- on Tuesday April 12, 2016 at Born October 17, 1931, in York, her second husband Donald W. 304-434-2547 mother. She was a member of 1:00 p.m. in Mathias Mennonite Pa., she was the daughter of the Biller, a son, John T. Mathews, Jr., Pastor Donnie Knotts the Mathias Mennonite Church Saturday Mass 5:00 PM Church with Pastor Landes Dove, late Rev. Edward Canoles and two brothers, and four sisters. 1-877-371-9928 where she taught Sunday school Sunday Mass 8:30 AM Pastor Olin Bailey and Pastor Ruth Ann Baker Canoles. Services were held 12:30 Tues- E VERYONE W ELCOME ! for many years. She was one of the Dean Williams officiating. Inter- She is survived by one daughter, day, April 12, 2016 at Bentonville organizers of the hunter’s suppers ment followed in the Dove Family Sara Ring and husband Rodney, Baptist Church in Bentonville, Va. at the church. four grandchildren, Jacob Manuel with Pastor Raymond Bouchoc of- Cemetery in Mathias, W.Va.. “We Work For Those Who Love and Remember” She was preceded in death by and wife Deana, Bradley Ring and ficiating. Interment was held in the In lieu of flowers, memorials her husband Berlin Hamilton in wife Jennifer, Valerie Scullen and Church Cemetery. Granite • Marble • Bronze may be made to the Mathias Men- 2011, to whom she had been mar- husband Daniel, and Elisa Ste- Arrangements were under the ried to for over 60 years. She was nonite Church 16231 S R 259, phens and husband Marc; three direction of Brown Funeral Home. also preceded by a daughter Fran- Mathias, W.Va. 26812 or Mathias great grandchildren, John and Online condolences may be W.A. Hartman cis Lucille Hamilton and a broth- Vol. Fire Co, P.O. Box 59 Mathias, Gabrielle Scullen, and Brayden offered at www.BrownFuneral- Memorials, L.L.C. er, George Taylor. WV 26812 Ring. HomesWV.com Surviving are two sons, Edwin All arrangements are under IMPERISHABLE 540-434-2573 • 459 Noll Drive B. Hamilton and wife Tamera the direction of McKee Funeral (Opposite the Plaza Shopping Center) of Mathias, Stephen W. Taylor Home, Baker, W.Va. MEMORials Harrisonburg, Virginia 22802 Rig BRANCH: E. Market St. Charlottesville, VA 22902 • 434-293-2570 Assembly of Duplicate Bridge Club God Church A Howell game was played on beginning at 7:00 p.m. Rev. Brad Taylor April 6 with 3 1/2 tables in play in the South Branch Duplicate • Sunday Morning Bridge Club held at Colt’s Res- Service at 10 a.m. taurant. There were seven pairs • Sunday Night playing 24 boards with an aver- Service at 6 p.m. age match-point score of 24. • Wednesday Night Overall winners were Sandra Service at 7:00 p.m. Evans and Polly Ours, 32; Elea- nor Heishman and Leona Reyn- 10 Queens Drive olds, 27 1/2; and Rachael Welton Rig, WV 26836 and Bill Fisher, 25 1/2. (304) 434-2073 www.rigassemblyofgod.org The bridge club meets each Wednesday at Colt’s Restaurant

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Home-Baked and delivered Fresh from T he Pie Shoppe . For more information, see our web site: www.PieShoppe.com 6 - MOOREFIELD (WV) EXAMINER, Wednesday, April 13, 2016 Library Windows New Fiction & Mysteries irrevocably intertwined with love, the picture. economy of an entire community. ever be married happily. differed significantly from her hus- The Obsession by Nora Roberts loss, and betrayal. The Beast (Black Dagger Broth- Now and Again by Charlotte Ro- A Dream of Miracles (Amish band’s, their tempestuous marriage, (Reg. Print, Lg. Print) – As a child, The Winter Family by Clifford erhood; 14) by J.R. Ward – As the gan – While a munitions plant sec- Wonders; 3) by Ruth Reid – Mattie their wide range of residences, and Naomi Bowes revealed the horrible Jackman – Traces decades in the Brotherhood readies for an all-out retary risks the ire of her community is at opposition with Bo before they her efforts to forge her own sense of extent of her father’s crimes and lives of a post-Civil War Oklahoma attack, one of their own fights a bat- by gathering evidence of a high-level even meet. And the stirrings of love self. made him infamous. Now a success- family that includes such members tle within himself. cover-up, an Iraq veteran collabo- are overshadowed by the need for a Most Blessed of Patriarchs: Thom- ful photographer living under the as a psychopathic killer, a group Because of Miss Bridgerton by Ju- rates with three fellow survivors to miracle to heal a young boy. as Jefferson and the Empire of the name Naomi Carson, her past has of cruel brothers, an impassive ex- lia Quinn – Tomboyish Billie Bridg- reveal harsh truths about the war, New Non-Fiction & Bios Imagination by Annette Gordon- come back to haunt her. slave, a dangerous child prodigy and erton unexpectedly falls in love with with scandalous results. Rise of the Rocket Girls: The Wom- Reed – The authors present an ab- Most Wanted by Lisa Scottoline a pathologically deviant patriarch. longtime adversary and less-than- Hope in the Land (Amish Turns of en Who Propelled Us, from Missiles to sorbing and revealing character (Reg. Print, Audiobook) – A shock- Here Comes the Bribe (Bed-and- ideal match George Rokesby, whose Time; 4) by Olivia Newport – While the Moon to Mars by Nathalia Holt study that dispels the many clichés ing revelation occurs when a preg- Breakfast Mystery; 30) by Mary arrogance and wicked sense of hu- the Great Depression shadows the – Traces the pivotal achievements that have accrued over the years nant woman discovers that a man ar- Daheim – Judith McMonigle Flynn mor clash with Billie’s proper sensi- country in gloom, can Amish and of the elite female science recruits about our third president. rested for a series of brutal murders has her hands full with unexpected bilities. “English” neighbors in Lancaster at the Jet Propulsion Laboratory, Starting an Online Business for is her donor--the biological father family ties and a dead body in the The Inheritance (Secrets of the County grasp the goodness that will where in the mid-twentieth centu- Dummies (For Dummies) by Greg of the child she is carrying. Delv- backyard. Shetlands; 1) by Michael Phillips sustain hope? ry they transformed rocket design Holden – Armed with a computer, ing deeper to uncover the truth, she Blood Orange (China Bayles; – Despite her business success in Which Way Home? (Hester’s and enabled the creation of the first an Internet connection, and a good must face her worst fears, and con- 24) by Susan Wittig Albert – China Washington, DC, a woman troubled Hunt for Home; 2) by Linda Byler – American satellites. idea-- but hesitant to take that first front a terrifying truth. comes to the aid of a nurse who is by questions about her roots and Belonging in part to two worlds, but Louisa: The Extraordinary Life of step toward making money online? Titans by Leila Meacham – In the forced off the road and critically in- identity receives a surprising letter experiencing a subtle yet clear re- Mrs. Adams by Louisa Thomas – Holden shows you want it takes to midst of early 1900s Texas, a privi- jured, putting her in a medically in- from a solicitor’s firm; meanwhile, jection from both, Hester faces two A portrait of the British-born wife succeed in the world of e-commerce, leged heiress to a cattle ranch and a duced coma. Now it’s up to China the death of a clan patriarch in Scot- anguishing questions: Where is her of John Quincy Adams details her and make your business dream a re- charming farm boy find their fates to determine who wanted her out of land’s Shetland Islands paralyzes the heart most at home? And can she upbringing in circumstances that ality. Moorefield Comprehensive Plan Presented Continued from page 1 between 300-500 people,” he said. building in the 300-block of Spring with them, I want to,” he said. to the Hardy County Public Ser- main to pump the sewage to the had stoned the walking trail and The council approved the re- Avenue. The council voted to allow the vice District should be $1.09 per gravity station near Elizabeth Sta- repaired several things which have quest to use the park without MPD to work with the filmmakers. 1000 gallons, not $1.29 as the town tion and a main line extension to been broken by vandals. charge. Police Report requested. Gagnon said their at- access the new development. Bridger held a Life Guard Open Moorefield Police Chief Steve Public Works Report torney was appealing the case and The town would gain a number House from which she received Building Inspector Report Reckart reported there were 161 Lucas Gagnon reported a raw a final order had not been received of new sewer customers including four applications. “We will put an Brian Wolfe reported the fol- calls for service in March. Of those water pump was sent away for re- yet. He said the difference in reve- the Yellow Bud community, Amer- ad in the newspapers,” she said. lowing building permits in March: 117 came from the Hardy County pair and will probably cost $8,300 nue to the town was approximately ican Woodmark, the Division of “The pool opens in seven Western Maryland Sign installed 911 Center and 44 came directly to replace. He also reported other $22,000 per year. Highways, Eastern WV Commu- weeks.” a sign in the 500-block of South to the police station. “We’ve been maintenance and repair efforts in The Hardy County Rural Devel- nity and Technical College and the Grover Duling representing the Main Street. working on a three-month investi- the water, sewer and street depart- opment Authority has asked the Division of Highways. Church of the Brethren, requested Tracey Richmond installed a gation which led to an arrest,” he ments. town to take responsibility for the When asked who would be re- the use of the Town Park without porch in the 200-block of Arling- said. “I would like to have a surplus packaged sewer plant located in sponsible for decommissioning the charge for an event on July 16. ton Manor Road. Reckart said one of his officers sale on May 14,” Gagnon said, say- the Robert C. Byrd Industrial Park. existing packaged plant, Gagnon “We want to have something for James Riggleman installed a left for the Monongalia County ing there were numerous equip- There is a senior living develop- said he wasn’t sure. the kids and bring Jesus to the ta- storage building in the 200-block Sheriff’s Department and he is re- ment and vehicles to be sold. ment proposed for property on old He was asked to get that infor- ble,” he said. of Sions Street. cruiting for a replacement. Gagnon reported the Safety Route 55, adjacent to the Division mation and bring it to council’s The event, held from 4 - 8 p.m. Farm Credit installed a storage Reckart also had a request to Committee met and is making of Highways complex, that would next meeting. will have food, games and music. building in the 500-block of South use the MPD and the police sta- progress in establishing a safety tie into the packaged sewer plant. The next meeting of the Moore- Businesses and local churches are Main Street. tion in the filming of a movie en- and loss control plan. “However, the RDA’s packaged field Council will be held on Tues- contributing to fund the event. It Pilgrim’s Pride is installing an titled “The Perfect Day” about a In regard to the rate increase plant is overloaded,” Gagnon said. day, April 19 beginning at 7 p.m. is geared to teenagers between the addition in the 200-block of South terrorist attack. “It is a faith-based case before the West Virginia Pub- To tie the packaged system cus- The meetings are held at the town ages of 14 - 17, but families are in- Main Street. group, JC Film Company, making lic Service Commission, Gagnon tomers into the towns regional office, 206 Winchester Ave. The vited to attend. “We expect to have Ed Cole is installing a storage the movie and anytime I can work said the PSC ruled the resale rate sewer system would entail a forced public is invited to attend. Drug Court Graduates Continued from page 1 things, triggers and cravings and Court told the graduates they have Alcoholics Anonymous, Narcotics County, David Ours - Hampshire and must be drug/alcohol free for struggling with addiction. “You are how to cope with them. I obtained not been cured of their addiction. Anonymous and Celebrate Re- County, Kyle Ours - Hardy Coun- a specific period before moving to in the best position to help them, my GED, I have a new job, I own “You have been given the tools covery, and local law enforcement. ty, Francis Palo - Hardy County, the next phase. The third phase because you’ve been where they my own home and I have a new and confidence to manage your “Drug Court could not be success- and Jennifer Thorn - Hampshire concentrates on social reintegra- are,” he said. car.” disease,” she said. “You have es- ful without your help and support,” County. tion, education and/or employ- “I wish the best for the gradu- Treadway said he was proud of tablished a foundation. You can do she said. Drug Court is an alternative to ment and stable housing. ates. Every day is a new day. Thank each and every one of the gradu- anything if you put your mind to it. The 2016 Graduates of the Drug incarceration. Participants who According to the South Branch ates. Royal acknowledged the sup- Court Program include, Linda complete the program can peti- you for your hard work.” Valley Drug Court statistics, there Four of the graduates told “The amount of work these porters of the Drug Court pro- Bauer - Hampshire County, Ash- tion the court to have their felony have been 134 participants since part of the story of their journey people have put in is tremendous,” gram, the treatment team, the ley Bierkamp - Hardy County, Bry- charges reduced to misdemeanor it’s inception, 36 graduates, eight through Drug Court. Linda Bauer he said. “This is very important to county commissions of Hamp- an Bonham - Hardy County, Kevin and a period of probation in lieu of from Hampshire County said she these individuals, but it is also very shire, Hardy and Pendleton coun- Crites - Hardy County, Stephanie incarceration. drug/alcohol free babies born, was told Drug Court sets you up important to the community. Drug ties, the South Branch Valley Day Crites - Hardy County, Bradley The program has three phases 9,107 hours of community service to fail. Court makes the community a bet- Report Program, the families and Harrison - Hampshire County, which concentrate on drug treat- performed worth $76,687 at mini- “But here I am, 2 ½ years later, ter place to live.” loved ones of the participants, the Jake Hooker - Hampshire County, ment, community service and mum wage, 13 GEDs earned and graduating,” she said. “It was defi- Sarah Royal, executive director community service hours provid- Rodger Long - Hampshire Coun- community-based support groups. four participants have gone on to nitely a struggle. Getting clean was of the South Branch Valley Drug ers, the community support groups ty, William Orndorff - Hampshire Participants are closely monitored higher education. the easy part.” Frank Palo of Hardy County talked about the humiliation of be- ing arrested for growing marijuana at age 62. “Initially I didn’t like the pro- gram,” he chuckled. “It only worked when I became honest with myself and others. I didn’t think I had a problem. I’ve come to re- alize I only need to make myself happy, and my wife of 34 years. I found out I’m not in control of ev- erything and it was quite a relief. I am no longer wandering. I’m no longer lost.” Ashley Bierkamp of Hardy County said she was “living in hell every day” trying to recover from the death of her father. “I hated who I was and I kept everything in,” she said. “A therapist helped me open up. Therapy healed my heart. August 2014 changed my life. I no longer stress about things I can’t control. Thank you for giving me a second chance.” Bryan Bonham of Hardy County spoke of moving numerous times, being successful and losing every- thing to his addiction. “When I was arrested, I thought Drug Court was an easy way out,” he said. “But the treatment team thought I could use some time in the regional jail. It was there I re- alized this was a second chance. I learned to identify people, places,

Dotson Chosen Continued from page 1 principal of a middle school in North Carolina. Most recently, Dotson worked with the West Virginia State De- partment of Education in the Of- fice of Federal Programs, specifi- cally dealing with special education and ESL (English as a second lan- guage) projects. Dotson’s wife, Sherri, teaches 7th-grade English at Elk View Middle School in Charleston. They have five children, the oldest is 23 and the youngest is 6 years old. “We are extremely excited to be in Hardy County,” Dotson said. “We’ve visited here several times and really love the area.” Dotson will officially take the reins of Hardy County Schools on July 1. MOOREFIELD (WV) EXAMINER, Wednesday, April 13, 2016 - 7 BOE Approves Continued from page 1 here to the rules and regulations of MMS LSIC on the bus have been a very good cafeteria because there is no room The board approved additions time of less than three minutes. the Hardy County Board of Edu- Special Education Teacher and thing,” he said. in the classroom and some of the to the list of Experiential Learning The Prevention Resource Of- cation. Local School Improvement Coun- Benchmark scores are not where classes only have 20 computers, so sites. ficer Program is a collaboration “The language is very specif- cil chair Stephanie Simmons pre- the LSIC would like them to be, students have to share computer The board approved Policy JFD between law enforcement and the ic about discipline,” Ward said. sented the Moorefield Middle however Simmons remarked the time. “When you get 29 or 30 mid- - Communicable Disease Heath school system with four goals in “They will not act as a disciplinar- School LSIC report to the board. first test and the second test were dle school students in a room, it’s Service Policy for first reading. mind: ian, nor will they act as a witness in “This has been a year of change, different. Testing in general has very crowded,” McGregor said. The board approved Home/ • to improve students’ attitudes disciplinary cases.” at Moorefield Middle School,” she changed several times over the The LSIC also requested a full Hospital/Out of School Environ- and knowledge of criminal justice Superintendent Barbara White- said. past several years. time assistant principal. ment Policy JBF for first reading. and law enforcement. cotton balked at the PRO being Simmons said since the school “If we had a few years in a row to “We have been asking for eight The board approved Indepen- • to prevent juvenile delinquen- assigned exclusively to East Hardy lost their 7th-grade reading teach- do the same thing, we’d be okay,” years,” McGregor said. “Our sec- dent Studies/Virtual School/In- retary is the best in the county, but cy through youth mentoring. High School. “I think it would be a er Joy Coby, “the 7th-grade was she said. “Smarter Balance is not ternship Policy ICH for first read- better situation if it were a shared Westest.” a lot of the assistant principal du- • to provide a safer school envi- lost for awhile. Things just didn’t ing. ronment. officer between the high school seem to matter to them.” Smarter Balance and Westest ties fall back on her.” The Hardy County Teacher of • to combine safety and child and the early middle school,” she Discipline referrals have in- are state mandated assessments the Year and Service Person of the advocacy for all WV youth. said. creased compared to this time last given at the end of the year. West- Other Business Year celebration will be held on The program is administered Ward said the grant was written year. est was in place for about four The board approved Policy IDG Tuesday, April 9 at 5 p.m. at the through the West Virginia Center to assign the officer to one school, “Our biggest challenge is class years and was replaced with Smart- Honors/Weighted Grading Policy Moorefield High School Audito- for Professional Development. but having an officer less than a size,” Principal Patrick McGregor er Balance last year. for first reading. There was con- Funding for the program will quarter mile away from East Har- said. “”We have 28 - 29 students in MMS continues to host Positive- siderable discussion about Ad- rium. Each school nominates a come primarily though a U.S. De- dy Early Middle School was cer- a class. We’ve also had two long- ly Perfect Dinners, where students vanced Placement classes, whether teacher and service person of the partment of Justice grant. The tainly a better situation than not. term substitute teachers. Substi- who have no incidents are treated enough students take the classes to year and a committee chooses one total cost is $36,000, of which the The board approved the re- tute teachers don’t always deal to an evening meal with their par- justify them and whether students to represent the county at the state school system will pay less than quest, noting the grant would be with discipline the same way a reg- ents. “We are proud of our school who take the classes also take the level. $10,000. “The cost to the school is administered through the Hardy ular teacher might. We don’t have and our students,” McGregor said. AP test, which is not a require- The next meeting of the Hardy $806.17 per month,” Ward said. County Commission. a discipline problem, we’re trying The MMS LSIC did ask for a re- ment. County Board of Education will While the PRO is a sworn law “This gives me the ability to to show them we mean business.” duction in class size. The English/ The board approved an agree- be held on Tuesday, April 9 begin- enforcement officer, they report have an officer in the school every McGregor also pointed out, a Language Arts classes have 28 - 30 ment between the school system ning at 6 p.m. at Moorefield High to the principal of the school to day,” Ward said. number of the discipline issues students. The science labs are of- and Hawse Health Business Asso- School Auditorium. The public is which they are assigned. They ad- happen on the bus. “The cameras ten conducted in the hallway or ciation. invited to attend.

get input from people who do. The our students and things like the li- If you look at class sizes, on the lack of unity causes a morale prob- brary and 4-H are important, but Question #3 - How would you west side there are 29 - 30 students lem, in the schools and in the gen- we can’t cut the lunch budget or address the perception of favor- in a class versus 16 - 20 on the east eral public. turn off the heat to fund 4-H. We itism between the schools on the side. Student achievement is also have an obligation to be good stew- eastern and western side of Hardy The superintendent and the an issue. There are a lot of ques- ards of the money we are given for County? board over the past eight years has tions at the state level. Until we get education. Simmons: It’s not a perception. done more to make sure resources a firm grasp on what constitutes Simmons: Yes, but there may It’s true. People all over the coun- are shared fairly. If anyone gets Board of Education achievement, we don’t know what be a point when those things have ty talk about it. The community the short end of the stick it’s the they are shackled. The state needs we’re trying to attain. to be cut. But I think they should shouldn’t be upset with students Continued from page 1 service personnel. If we had more to let our teachers teach. Just tell Question #2 - Do you support be the last things taken out of the at one school when they succeed. money, I’d pay the cooks and cus- the best teachers in the state, but us where they want the kids to be funding 4-H, Hardy County Pub- budget. A lot of learning takes They should be proud. We are one todians more. You see the results they’re not allowed to teach. The and let the teachers get them there. lic Library and other educational place outside the classroom. I be- county. Don’t play favorites. With of their hard work every time you state legislature has decided they organizations outside the school the limited resources we have, we Not every kid learns the same and lieve these programs are a very walk into a school. know more about education than system? Why or why not? economical way to enhance educa- need to provide the best for every the teachers know how to teach. the educators. They have taken all Kesner: Yes - But it all goes back tion. You get a lot of bang for your student. One way to do that is we The budget issue is simple, if One final thought: the common sense out of educa- to the state funding. The state buck. have a lot of educators qualified to the state keeps cutting our budget, Hahn: We need to continue do- tion can’t cut funding for the Library Hahn: I do support those things, teach each other. We bring in a lot ing great things for the students Kesner: I have two big concerns we will have to keep cutting ours. Commission and then demand the but because of budget cuts, we of outside people and we have to of Hardy County. We’ve hired a one is student achievement and the We’re always asked to do more school support it, when the schools can’t give as much as we have in the pay them, and they are paid well. new superintendent, our buildings other is the budget situation. The with less. got the same cuts as the Library. past. Education is not just school. Hahn: People don’t realize the are in good shape, we have a good state needs to make up its mind Simmons: The biggest issue I see They can’t cut our funding and de- The library, 4-H, FFA, FCCLA, all west side of the county has a big- board. We have to make hard de- about standards. When you get is a lack of unity, lack of teamwork. mand we increase our contribution those are important. I don’t think ger population and a more diverse cisions sometimes, but we always different standards every year, it’s I’m a big collaboration person. Be- to the library commission. the state needs to tell us where we population. Populations are so keep the students of Hardy County hard. We have great teachers, but cause I don’t know everything, I’ll Our first priority is educating should spend out money. very different and the board has to take those things into consider- as our first priority. ation. Now that we have Corridor Kesner: Eight years ago, we H, teachers should figure out a way were $1 million in debt, Moore- to get together, share professional field High School was close to be- development. We don’t need to ing condemned and East Hardy bring people in from the outside. High School wasn’t far behind. We have a lot of expertise here. Now our buildings are in good Kesner: It is a perception and a shape, our staff is in good shape. few people encourage that percep- When we interviewed for the su- tion. If you look at the new schools, perintendent’s position, all the we spent the same amount of mon- candidates from outside the area ey for 500 students at Moorefield said they researched the county High School as we did for 250 stu- and it was in good shape and they dents at East Hardy High School. wanted to come here.

Funding Available for Disabled Children and Adults Potomac Highlands Guild, Inc. is the region’s community behavioral health center with clinic offices located in Grant, Hampshire, Hardy, Mineral, and Pendleton Counties. Along with many of the services we provide we manage the Family Support Program. The Family Support Program helps children and adults with intellectual or developmental disabilities who reside in a natural or adoptive home environment. The program is designed to meet essential needs necessary to maintain basic health and safety, when those needs cannot be met using available local resources. Although family income is not a basis for eligibility, cost sharing may be required. Eligibility requirements: • West Virginia State Resident • Individual must reside in a natural or adoptive home • Verification that the request cannot be accommodated through any other resources Categories for which funds are available include clothing, adaptive equipment, home/environmental modifications, respite, transportation, training, utilities/rent/mortgage, etc. If you are interested in applying for funds please pick up an application at our nearest office: Grant County – 7 Mountain View Street · Petersburg, WV 26847 Hampshire County – 245 N. Charlevoix Place · Romney, WV 26757 Hardy County – 79 Robert C Byrd Industrial Park Rd. · Moorefield, WV 26836 Mineral County – 3334 New Creek Highway · New Creek, WV 26847 Pendleton County – 30 Maple Avenue · Franklin, WV 26807 If you have any further questions, please contact Sharon Engle at (304) 788-2241 ext. 24. 8 - MOOREFIELD (WV) EXAMINER, Wednesday, April 13, 2016

Photo by Jean Flanagan Mary J Keller accepted a resolution honoring her husband Robert “Bob” Keller’s contribution to Hardy County. Keller passed away on Feb. 11. He served as a Hardy County Commissioner as well as on the Hardy County Rural Development Authority and the Potomac Valley Transit Authority boards. Keller said her husband was most proud of his contribution to the renovation and expansion of the Hardy County Courthouse. Commissioners Balk Continued from page 1 smoking is not permitted inside in cases of emergency. See recom- Michael also said he was con- the courthouse. Kimble, tobacco mended the commissioners ap- cerned about conflicts of interest. prevention coordinator for seven prove the agreement, which they “Any business coming to Moore- counties, outlined the dangers of did. field would have to deal with your second and third-hand smoke. •Hardy County Sheriff Bryan “A person smoking inhales 20 family,” he said of Williams. “You Ward requested the commission- are a real estate agent. Any ho- percent of the dangerous chemi- ers approve a resolution to ad- tel chain would conflict with your cals in cigarette smoke,” she said. minister a grant for a Protection business.” “The other 80 percent is ingested The Williams family owns a by other people.” Resource Officer for East Hardy great deal of real estate in Hardy Third-hand smoke is especially High School. County. They also own the South dangerous to toddlers because it The Hardy County Board of Ed- Branch Inn, the Ponderosa Steak- stays on hard and soft surfaces. ucation will provide the matching house, and Cinema 6 Movie The- Kimble said Wardensville has funds. The county only needs to ater. already designated their buildings administer the grant. The commis- Williams said his father served and parks tobacco free and the sioners approved the resolution. on the RDA board for many years Pendleton County courthouse is •The commission voted to ap- without any concern of a conflict of smoke free. prove the Fair Housing Resolu- The commissioners said they interest. tion, stating Hardy County would “The banks who serve on the would consider the suggestion. not discriminate in housing prac- board would be conflicts,” Wil- tices. liams said. “Just about everybody Comprehensive Plan on that board would have a poten- Hardy County Planner Melissa •The commission approved a tial conflict.” Scott presented a draft of the Har- recommendation to reappoint El- Of Greenwalt, Michael asked, dy County Comprehensive Plan. wood Williams to the Hardy Coun- “How many boards do you already Scott said the Hardy County Plan- ty Rural Development Authority serve on? You can be overloaded ning Commission has worked on Board. on boards. You’re on the Plan- the draft plan for more than two •The commission approved a ning Commission. There could be years, held numerous public meet- motion to allow the County Clerk a conflict right there between the ings and public hearings. to sign all state budget revisions. RDA and the Planning Commis- The Planning Commission re- •The commission approved sion.” quested the County Commission sending letters to state legislators Greenwalt said the senior attor- hold its public hearing on Tuesday, in support of funding for the Po- ney at the West Virginia Univer- May 3 as part of its next regular sity Law Clinic was already asked commission meeting. tomac Highlands Animal Rescue. if there would be a conflict with “What’s the rush?” Michael •The commission voted to ap- the Planning Commission and the asked. prove Kuhn Construction of Pe- RDA. “He said there would be no Scott said the Planning Commis- tersburg to repair the steps on the conflict,” Greenwalt said. sion has had a great deal of pub- Elm Street side of the courthouse. “The fact that we’re on other lic input and has much work to do The cost will be $4,937. Grant boards could bring those interests once the Comprehensive Plan is funding will cover the cost. together. Sometimes the RDA approved. •The commission approved an proposes things without under- The commission voted to hold a expenditure of $3,800 for strip- standing the Planning Commis- public hearing regarding the Com- ping, cleaning and waxing the sion.” prehensive Plan on Tuesday, May floors in the courthouse, plus $300 Commissioner J. Michael Teets 3. initially moved to appoint Williams per month for maintenance. The and Greenwalt, but rescinded his Other Business contract is with Crystal Floor Ser- motion. •Wardensville Mayor Barbara vice. “I think you two would be a Ratcliff and Wardensville Council- •The commission approved an great asset to the RDA board and woman Grace Garrett requested expenditure of $2,500 to install ad- if there is a conflict you would step the commission contribute $2,000 ditional lighting at the RRT Build- aside,” Teets said. “I think they will to the J. Allen Hawkins Park and ing. Potomac Edison will install try to do what’s best for the county. Pool and $500 - $1,000 for the War- two poles and lights. Hardy County “I think their appointment densville Library. will dig a trench and install conduit would settle the public opinion Discussion centered around the to run the wires underground. that the RDA hand-picks their Wardensville Library affiliating •The payroll register for March members. Here are two people with the Hardy County Public Li- 1 - 15 was $65,212.88. The pay- who have asked to serve. Their ap- brary, which gets a portion of the roll register for March 15 - 31 was pointment won’t upset the board.” tax dollars collected. Keplinger agreed that anyone •West Virginia University Ex- $66,183.32. could potentially have a conflict of tension Agents Dave Workman •The county’s contribution to interest. and Elizabeth Metheny requested the Farmland Protection Board for “We need people with experi- $2,500 to fill a budget shortfall in March was $12,008.70. ence to make decisions for the fiscal year 2016. Fiscal year 2017 •The regional jail bill for Febru- RDA,” he said. “We need good begins July 1, 2016. The commis- ary was $35,319. business minds and they have it.” sioners voted to approve the fund- •The Hardy County Commis- In rescinding his motion, Teets ing. sion will meet on Tuesday, April 19 suggested the commission wait 30 •Hardy County Prosecuting At- as required by law to Lay the Levy. days before considering the ap- torney Lucas See presented an The meeting will be held at 9 a.m. pointments. agreement between the Hardy The next regular meeting of the County Commission and Hardy Hardy County Commission will be No Tobacco Telecommunications to oversee Kris Kimble, Morgan See and emergency telephones at county held on Tuesday, May 3 beginning Tiffany Parker asked the County fire and EMS stations. at 9 a.m. Anyone wishing to be in- Commission to consider designat- The telephones would only be cluded on the agenda should con- ing the entire courthouse campus connected to the Hardy County tact Hardy County Clerk’s office at a “Tobacco Free Zone.” Currently, 911 Center and are to be used only 304-530-0250. 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Sports Section [email protected] B April 13, 2016 Lady Wildcats Hardy County Blossoms Cougars Clean Get Payback House in Sweep Against East in MHS Track Opener of Moorefield

Story & Photos Hardy By Carl Holcomb Moorefield Examiner Story & Photos By Carl Holcomb East Hardy took care of business once again Moorefield Examiner with a 5-1 victory over the Yellow Jackets in the Hardy Boys Hardball Classic rematch last Friday Coming off a 10-1 loss to the Lady Cougars at George Hott Field. in Franklin, Pendleton County pitcher Taylor “Another good pitching performance by Townsend gained control of her rise ball with 11 Brett Tharp,” East Hardy manager Chad strikeouts to garner a payback victory by the score Williams remarked. of 4-2 in Baker last Tuesday. “I really like especially the top three in “She has improved a lot from last year where Story & Photos our rotation and what they’re doing right she would get really down on herself and she now. We hit the ball well early, but we has started to just fight through and not let these By Carl Holcomb didn’t hit the ball well late. For whatever rea- things bother her which is great, especially for a Moorefield Examiner Coach son, we’ve struggled with Holden [Sions] the sophomore pitcher,” Pendleton County Coach [Barbie] Stickley and I had last couple years. That’s something that needs to Brooke Springer stated. Pansies survive cold to get a lot of help to the shot “Our team has been nothing but supportive. weather and it was these put area improved this year,” be shored up within the next month before we see We’ve changed from last year being quiet in the type of flowers planted Carr noted. them again. It’s always good to get a couple wins dugout and now loud and backing everyone up at the start-finish line in During the shot put event, over Moorefield in the regular season.” and supporting each other. We lost last time to memory of late track there was a lot of other events Brett Tharp pitched a complete game with six them and we acted like nothing had ever hap- coach Joy Coby during in action. strikeouts and allowed three hits. pened. When you get four runs up, it gives you a the chilly season opener The 4x800 girls relay race was An early 3-0 lead helped with the pitching con- little wiggle room. A couple run score isn’t that for Moorefield High School won by East Hardy in a time of fidence as the Cougars went to work in the first big of a deal. I think we are [ready for state tour- Track & Field last Tuesday 11:42 with Moorefield taking inning. nament return], but there’s always room for im- with the blossoming of second at 13:14 (Hope Aristi- East Hardy leadoff batter Bryce Strawderman provement and little things to tweak. I’m happy great results for our own dou, Brooke Ketterman, Kai- smashed a triple into right center field off Moore- with them.” Hardy County athletes. tlin Orndorff, Shyanne Whet- field pitcher Seth Hoyt to begin the contest. The Lady Wildcats (6-4) kept East Hardy score- zel), and another Lady Cougars Tharp followed with an RBI single into right less until the sixth inning, but East Hardy pitcher “The flowers were squad took third. field and stole second base, then Corey McDonald Brooke Miller kept the game at 1-0 from the first pansies, they can survive Berkley Springs boys won the was issued a full-count walk. inning up to the same frame before Pendleton the cold temps. I was told 4x800 with a time of 9:37, while County built a 4-0 lead and held on for the win. that Ms. Coby always had Austin Whetzel hit an RBI sacrifice fly to se- Moorefield Track & Field’s Zack Liller East Hardy took fourth at 10:26 “We just came out ready to roll when we were flowers of all kinds around cure a 2-0 edge, then both runners advanced on set a new personal best in the shot up there,” East Hardy Coach Ashley Dove com- the house. I thought it was and Moorefield was sixth at 11:37. a passed ball. put during the home season opener mented. appropriate to place them at Looking down the hill at the Jesse Miller was given a full-count walk, then with a distance of 47’8”. “Up there her rise ball wasn’t working as well the finish line area,” Moore- high jump, East Hardy’s Molly Nick Miller struck out and Moorefield catcher Wil Yates won for the girls at 4’0” with Schoonover attempted to throw out Jeffery Mills as it was today. Today we just didn’t hit. We left field Girls Track Coach Viv- East Hardy’s Luke French fin- at least ten runners on base and we just can’t win no one else clearing the bar. at second base and the ball eluded Sloan Williams ian Carr stated. ished seventh overall in the second a ball game like that. It was 1-0 for the longest For the boys high jump, Peters- “Overall our performance was flight with a distance of 33’0.5”. into center field as one run came home. time, but we waited until the sixth inning before consistent from our other two burg’s Cody Southerly won at a Mills slid into third base on the error, but a fly- It was about 35 minutes before height of 5’8” with Moorefield’s we scored. We’ve got to push our runners around. meets. We still have some work to out by Phillip Mullin ended the side with East Har- the third flight featuring Moore- DJ Zirk finishing as the runner-up We’ve really got to counteract when they score, do to meet our goals of the season. dy up 3-nil. field’s Zack Liller, Alex Eye, and at 5’6” and East Hardy’s Chance when we score. Her rise ball really worked well for The 4x800 team is improving and “We got to put the bat on the ball a little bit her today. We just didn’t counter that one run, un- Brock Dolly had an opportunity Dove placed third at 5’0”. the throwers are making progress. more.,” Moorefield skipper Wade Armentrout til they scored three more and we decided to score to show their strength as the only Across the track, the boys long The wind made the tempera- noted. two runs. We’ve got to jump on it earlier than we ones throwing over 40 feet in the jump and girls discus was under- ture drop feel much colder, but “We need to get some hits whenever we get run- did.” event. way. the pansies stood strong and there ners on base. It was a lot better than the last time. Pendleton County started the game with singles Dolly placed third with a throw Pendleton County’s Trinity were 12 first place winners for East We had a whole lot more balls that we made them Continued on page 2B of 41’7” in his first attempt, while Shaver won the discus with a dis- Hardy and Moorefield combined. Eye took second with a throw of tance of 83’4”, while Moorefield’s play than strikeouts. Every game is meaningful.” The East Hardy Girls Track 45’7.5”. Kaitlin Orndorff took second at Williams was hit by a pitch, then Jestin Cosner team won overall with 123 points, Liller who set a personal record 61’4” and teammate Brooke Ket- bunted into a double play as the ball popped up to followed by Petersburg 118, last season in the Region II Cham- terman was third at 60’6”. Tharp and the throw to first base was just in time Moorefield 102, Pendleton County pionship at 46’7”, broke that re- East Hardy’s top finisher was for the second out. 74, and Berkeley Springs 71. cord in Keyser in the first meet of Jasmine Abrell at 54’11” for sev- Schoonover grounded out to Strawderman for Pendleton County Boys Track the year at 47’2”. enth overall. the last out. team placed first with 108 points, A new personal best was at- The Wildcats earned top honors Clay Skovron struck out to start the second in- followed by East Hardy 91, Peters- tained on his third throw with a in the boys long jump as Matthew ning, then Zach Kremer grounded out. burg 89, Moorefield 81, Berkeley distance of 47’8” Dove had a leap of 17’0”. Strawderman hit the ball narrowly past the glove Springs 74, and Timber Ridge 43. The MHS all-time shot put re- Petersburg’s Stone Hymes of Blake Watts at first base for a single and Tharp Starting up on the hillside next cord stands at 49’8” set by Brian (16’8”) and Zack Rohrbaugh added a single into center field to put runners on East Hardy pitcher Brooke Miller tagged out to the field house, the boys shot Washington in 1992. (15’2”) took the next two spots, the corners. Pendleton County’s Audrey Helman at home put competitors were making their “Zack [Liller] continues to im- then East Hardy’s Charlie Mellen A walk was issued to McDonald to load the bas- plate during the game in Baker. mark in the gravel. prove. I hope the boys keep it up. Continued on page 3B es, but the Cougars (8-6) failed to score as Hoyt struck out Whetzel. Moorefield’s Holden Sions got on base safely as Nick Miller bobbled the ball at third base, then Drake Baker bunted foul for an out. Jake Ours struck out and Watts reached on an East Hardy Outlasts No. 2 Wildcats error during a bunt to put runners on the corners for the Yellow Jackets. Grant Keller drew a full-count walk to load the Story & Photos bases, but Hoyt hit into a fielder’s choice out at By Carl Holcomb Moorefield Examiner second base completed by Mullin to Strawderman. Williams knocked down a hit by Jesse Miller who safely reached on the error to leadoff the third in- The Cougars built an 8-1 lead against No. 2 ranked ning, then Nick Miller singled into left field. Pendleton County in Franklin last Wednesday and staved off a rally to garner an 8-7 victory. Mullin bunted and Hoyt collected it and turned “We hit the ball well tonight, especially some of to Sions at third base for the fielder’s choice out. the guys we don’t rely on to hit as well,” East Hardy Skovron launched a fly ball into center field and Coach Chad Williams commented. Moorefield’s Jackson Vance tracked it down. “Nick Miller’s first three at-bats 3-for-3 with three Kremer singled, but runners will left on base RBIs there. We’re having different guys in the bot- with a fielder’s choice out from Strawderman. tom of the lineup stepping up to hit and that’s good The Yellow Jackets (2-7) got one aboard in to see. The guys on the top can hit and produce. We the bottom of the third inning as Schoonover din’t get a whole lot of production out of the top as was walked after Williams struck out and Vance we normally do, but we got picked up and everybody grounded out, but was stranded on a groundout got on base at least once. That’s a good thing to see, collected by Mullin off the bat of Sions. there’s not too many single A teams that can go No. Tharp almost reached first base on a dropped 1 to No. 9 in the lineup. I thought we played pret- third strike, but Schoonover’s throw was on target ty well. We made a couple errors, but we bounced in the fourth inning. back from them. We didn’t let them kill us. Corey McDonald singled into center field and the ball [McDonald] threw well, but he just got a little tired. hopped into Vance’s glove, then Whetzel was hit Ashton [Mathias] came in and did his job. We made by a pitch as the Cougars placed two runners on a couple errors and he had some walks there. Brett East Hardy’s Bryce Strawderman showed the umpire the ball after making a tag on Pendleton County’s Continued on page 3B [Tharp] did a great job coming in to close it out. It’s Trey Cooper and the out was declared in Franklin. a big win for us.” Pendleton County pitcher Logan Cooper struck Phillip Mullin was given a full-count walk and ad- lected a grounder by Lambert and got the pass to Mc- out East Hardy’s Bryce Strawderman to begin the vanced on a sacrifice bunt by Skovron before being Donald reaching first base in the nick of time. game. left on base with a strikeout to Zach Kremer and a Neither team managed to score in the fourth in- Brett Tharp connected for a single into center groundout by Strawderman. ning with the only hit being recorded was a single by field, but was stranded on two flyouts. McDonald struck out Pendleton County’s Jacob Shears, but left on base with a strikeout. Corey McDonald started on the mound for the No. Lambert, then issued walks to Kory Feagans and Ty- The Cougars pounced on Pendleton County for 7 Cougars and Pendleton County leadoff batter Trey ler Shears before catching a pop-up by Riley Roberts three runs in the fifth inning. Cooper hit a fly ball into right field which was caught and ending the frame with a flyout from Tyler Day to Tharp hit a leadoff single into left field and Mc- on a dive by Clay Skovron. Tharp in center field. Donald ripped an RBI triple with the help of a After a pop-out by Logan Cooper, Tim Hevener In the third inning, McDonald smashed a solo miscue in right field as the ball bounced away from was issued a walk by McDonald and left aboard on a home run after a strikeout to take a 2-0 lead. Hevener in right field. groundout by Luke Cooper as East Hardy first base- Logan Cooper notched another strikeout, then man Austin Whetzel bobbled the ball and recovered Jesse Miller doubled into left field and Mills came Feagans made a diving save on a hit by Whetzel, in time to tag the base. in to run. but the throw zipped past first base allowing one run No. 7 East Hardy got on base to start the second East Hardy increased the advantage to 3-0 as Nick to score on the error. inning as Jesse Miller reached on an error by Trey Miller sliced the ball past Trey Cooper on a wicked After a groundout, Nick Miller notched an RBI Cooper. hop for an RBI single, then a groundout retired the single down the left field line with the hit coming off Nick Miller stepped to the plate and garnered side. the handle of the bat for a 6-0 lead. East Hardy’s Jesse Miller was congratulated by an RBI double for a 1-0 lead, sending Jeffery Mills Hevener and Luke Cooper drew walks with two Mullin hit into a fielder’s choice at second base Bryce Strawderman after an RBI triple against home. outs, but couldn’t be brought home as Whetzel col- Continued on page 4B Moorefield last Friday. 2B - MOOREFIELD (WV) EXAMINER, Wednesday, April 13, 2016 Lady Wildcats Continued from page 1B batter into pop outs consecutive- Roberts. center field to get the momentum East Hardy’s Julia Hahn drew a base in time to retire the side. ly with one coming on a bunt at- Audrey Helman singled into started. bases loaded walk to plate another by Brandy Roberts and Audrey East Hardy had one last oppor- tempt back to Miller. left field to put two runners on After a strikeout to Shannon run as the score was now 4-2. Helman with both advancing on a tunity to rally, but it wasn’t meant Herbrandt smacked a leadoff board for the Lady Wildcats. Hahn, Smith and Strawderman Unfortunately, the Lady Cou- groundout by Caylie Simmons. to be as Baker flew out to center single, but was left on base with After a groundout, Pendleton walked to load the bases. Roberts scored on a passed ball, gars left the bases full as Miller field, then Dyer struck out, and three strikeouts from Townsend. County’s Madison Mowery land- Metzer launched a fly ball into grounded out. but Miller tagged out Helman at Shannon Hahn grounded out to home plate as she tried to sneak Heading into the sixth inning, ed a two-run producing double to left field, but it was tracked down Shannon Hahn made a tag for the bats started to come alive once boost the lead to 4-0. by Audrey Helman for the second the first out in the top of the sev- end the game. home on the same play. Pendleton County was on its Miller notched a strikeout to re- more as Pendleton County’s Jes- A flyout and groundout stopped out. enth inning for the Lady Cougars, game this time, but on any given tire the side as the Lady Wildcats sica Helman hit a leadoff double the damage from continuing. Herbrandt stepped up and then Miller collected a groundout, were up 1-0. into left field and scored on an The Lady Cougars recorded slipped an RBI single past the and Julia Hahn made a great stop day don’t count out the upstart East Hardy’s Skye Metzer hit a error in center field off the bat of a leadoff single from Dyer into shortstop to slice the deficit to 4-1. on a hop and got the throw to first Lady Cougars. leadoff single, followed by a bunt by Cheyenne Herbrandt which turned into an error. Metzer attempted to score on a passed ball, but was tagged out by Townsend. Townsend sandwiched two strikeouts around two walks to Brooke Miller and Emma Baker to get out of the jam. Casey Keplinger singled into right field for the Lady Wildcats in the second inning and moved to second on an error, but was left stranded on two groundouts and a strikeout. East Hardy (8-5) had one base runner as Lexi Strawderman reached on a walk after a strikeout and flyout, but was left aboard on another strikeout. In the third inning, neither team managed to get runners as the de- fense collected outs and Townsend added one more strikeout to her repertoire. Pendleton County went down in order again during the fourth in- ning on two groundouts and a pop out. East Hardy’s Allison Dyer was issued a walk after a groundout by Emma Baker, then stole second base. After a pop-out by Shannon Hahn, Jessica Smith and Strawder- man were given free passes which loaded the bases again. Metzer went down swinging at the rise ball for the last out of the frame. Moving to the fifth inning, Mill- er jammed each Lady Wildcats

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Story & Photo tween the infield defense placing runners on the cor- By Carl Holcomb ners. Moorefield Examiner Abigail Wilson and Lexi Strawderman weren’t able to plate their teammates as both went down on East Hardy took a three-game winning streak into a strikeout. Petersburg on Monday night, but the Lady Vikings East Hardy sent Brooke Miller to the pitching cir- dominated with eight hits en route to an 11-1 victory cle in the bottom of the second inning and the Lady in three innings to snap it. Vikings got a leadoff single by Fleming. “I’ll be honest, you never know how the weather Swick executed a bunt single as Petersburg now will affect your team,” Petersburg Coach Dwayne had runners at the corners, then Hedrick plated both Hedrick noted. runners on an error while reaching first base making “Today they wanted to play, they were ready to it 5-1. play. They were determined to play and the end re- sult was good. We came out hitting and got the game Wisnewski singled into center field, then Leah over quick.” Hahn garnered an RBI sacrifice fly to add to the lead. There was a delay prior to game action as there A line drive out and strikeout ended the inning for was a rain storm in the area, but the game got under- the Lady Vikings. way without another issue concerning the weather East Hardy failed to get on base in the top of the except for a chilly wind. third inning as Metzer grounded out, then Hedrick Petersburg pitcher Cassidy Hedrick allowed three struck out Herbrandt and Baker. runners, but struck out five in three innings for the Earle drew a walk to start the bottom of the third win. inning, then advanced on a sacrifice bunt from Sa- East Hardy’s Skye Metzer and Cheyenne Her- mantha Rohrbaugh. brandt both grounded out to Petersburg third base- Fleming hit into a fielder’s choice, but Earle was man Callie Wisnewski to start the game, then He- ruled safe at third base. drick capped the frame with a strikeout to Emma Swick hit a sharp grounder which was stopped by Baker. East Hardy shortstop Julia Hahn on a dive, but it al- The Lady Cougars pitcher Emma Baker allowed a lowed a run to score and Swick reached first base for leadoff double by Petersburg’s Lauren Fleming. a single. Halie Swick made a sacrifice bunt to move Flem- Hedrick delivered a two-run producing double ing over to third base. into left field and stole third base moments later as After a walk to Hedrick, Wisnewski connected for the Lady Vikings went up 9-1. an RBI single into right field for a 1-0 edge. East Hardy catcher Skye Metzer looks away from the Lady Vikings celebration of the game-winning Leah Hahn grounded out, then Baker issued a home run hit by Callie Wisnewski. Wisnewski smashed a game-winning two-run home walk to Keri Vanmeter and the bases were loaded. run as her Petersburg teammates came to home plate Hedrick scored on a passed ball, then Alex Vance marked. double, then Hedrick countered with a strikeout to to celebrate the 11-1 three inning win. drew another walk for the Lady Vikings. “They had eight hits and we only had three. You Allison Dyer. Petersburg hosts the Lady Yellow Jackets tonight After an East Hardy timeout, a third run came can’t win a ball game when you don’t hit with the Julia Hahn garnered a single, then an error on a and will be participating in the Bub Riggleman Tour- home on a walk to Lexi Earle before a pop-out end- other team. They just had good solid contact all the pickoff attempt allowed Miller to score which made nament at the Moorefield Town Park this weekend. ed the frame with Petersburg leading 3-0. way through their lineup, especially their first four it 3-1. East Hardy hosts Berkeley Springs for a double- “Well, not a very good win. They just got up on batters. They hit our pitching.” The Lady Cougars got another runner aboard as header tonight, then visits Martinsburg on Friday, us early hitting,” East Hardy Coach Ashley Dove re- East Hardy’s Brooke Miller smacked a leadoff Shannon Hahn singled as the ball dropped in be- and hosts Elkins for a doubleheader on Saturday.

Hardy County Blossoms Cougars Clean House Continued from page 1B ter hurdles led by Adam Larson at Alex Eye garnered the gold medal time of 29.57. 18.91, Cole Swanson at 20.36, and with a distance of 137’4”. Moorefield’s Morgan Armen- earned fourth at 14’9” and Moore- Eli Vance at 21.21. Eye set a new MHS discus dis- trout was fourth at 32.40. field’s Seth Snyder placed fifth at For the girls 100 meter hurdles, tance record the previous weekend East Hardy’s Maxine Cassell 14’6”. Petersburg took the top three in Strasburg with a throw of 138’1”, won the girls 800 meter run with In the girls long jump, Moore- spots with Raven Hedrick winning shattering the 2009 record held by a time of 2:39.26, while Moore- field’s Rachel Shaffer won with a at 18.54. Andrew Boswell at 124’2”. field’s Hope Aristidou took fourth leap of 12’3”, while East Hardy’s Moorefield’s Hope Aristidou Petersburg’s Jeremy Whetzel at 3:06.42. Summer Funkhouser took second was fourth at 19.46 and teammate and Taylor Kirby took the next two Cassell showed her strength in at 10’11”, and Berkeley Springs’ Allison Lofton was fifth at 21.36. spots, but both were under 100- distance running with a first place Kay Ceeroen in third at 10’10”. East Hardy’s Summer Funk- feet at 99’ and 96’, respectively. finish in the one-miler at 6:01.53. The next event was the hurdles houser took sixth in the hurdles at Liller placed fourth at 95’8” and The Lady Cougars garnered with the East Hardy boys sweeping 22.4. East Hardy’s Luke French took another gold medal as Brittany the top three places in the 110 me- In the boys discus, Moorefield’s fifth at 91’8”. Barney took first place in the 300 Pendleton County’s Angel meter hurdles with a time of 57.16, Rexrode surpassed Moorefield’s edging out Moorefield’s Keiondra Lindsay Paugh in the final push of Morris at 59.51 and Olivia Sellaro the 100 meter dash winning with a at 59.78. time of 13.76 to 13.93. East Hardy’s Adam Larson won East Hardy’s Emili Flinn took the 300 meter boys hurdles with a third at 14.31. time of 49.30 as teammate Chance In the boys 100 meter dash, Tim- Dove was right behind him at 49.79 Moorefield center fielder Jackson Vance makes a catch on the run ber Ridge’s Tyler Bradley took top for runner-up, while Moorefield’s against the Cougars during the Hardy Boys Hardball Classic. honors with a time of 11.50, fol- Jon Paugh took fourth at 50.97. lowed by Pendleton County’s Dan- Petersburg swept the 4x100 me- iel Mullenax at 11.90. ter relay races for boys (47.09) and Continued from page 1B McDonald, Sions garnered an RBI single in center field to cut the def- Moorefield’s Trey Harvey placed girls (57.33), while Moorefield board. icit to 5-1 with the ball bouncing fourth at 12.34 and East Hardy’s boys took second place (49.09) and Jesse Miller stepped up to the Chance Dove took fifth at 12.97. Moorefield girls finished in third away from McDonald. plate and ripped a two-run pro- In the 4x200 meter relays, Pend- (58.55). East Hardy boys placed McDonald tagged out Baker af- ducing triple into center field for a leton County girls won with a time fifth (51.50) and the girls were ter collecting a grounder for the 5-0 advantage. of 2:00.52. fourth overall (1:03.25). final out. Hoyt countered with a strikeout Moorefield placed third with a Berkeley Springs boys edged the In the sixth inning, McDonald and forced a groundout to retire time of 2:06.07 (Rachel Malcolm, Yellow Jackets in the 4x400 relay at was thrown out at first base after a the side. Lindsay Paugh, Sophia Riggleman, 4:10.21 compared to 4:10.29 (Har- dropped third strike. Rachel Shaffer), while East Hardy vey, Snyder, Stickley, Zirk), while Watts was given a walk after Whetzel drew a full-count walk, finished in fifth at 2:17.35. East Hardy placed third at 4:13.06 a strikeout and groundout, then then Jesse Miller hit a pop up Petersburg boys won the 4x200 (Tyler Smith, Mellen, Jesse Dove, Keller executed a bunt single giv- which was dropped by Keller at relay in a time of 1:38.25, while Blake Caldwell). ing Strawderman no chance at a A group of one-miler runners including East Hardy’s Maxine Cassell Moorefield placed third at 1:44.78 East Hardy boys shuttle hurdles play. third base, yet alertly snatched it and Timmy McDonald turn the corner at the Moorefield Track Meet. (Trey Harvey, Jon Paugh, Seth squad was the top finisher with Hoyt hit into a fielder’s choice at up and threw to second base for Cassell won the event, while McDonald finished in fifth place. Snyder, Jacob Stickley). a time of 1:12.65 (Chance Dove, second base as the Yellow Jackets the out. East Hardy boys were disquali- Larson, Swanson, Vance). failed to get on the scoreboard. Nick Miller hit a sharp grounder fied after a botched handoff going “Overall I was pleased. A lot of Sions was brought to the mound to Keller who made a high through beyond the exchange zone. first time track guys running on to finish the game for Moorefield, to Watts, who didn’t land on the Flinn tied Pendleton County’s our relay teams; shuttles [have] making four strikeouts and allow- bag in time. Audrey Vanscoy for first place in four freshmen,” East Hardy Boys The Moorefield Parks and Recreation Department ing only two hits without permit- East Hardy had runners on the the girls 200 meter dash with a Track Coach Adam Simmons com- ting a run to be scored. corners, but Mullin flew out to end is accepting applications for the following positions: mented. Skovron and Kremer ground- the side. LIFEGUARDS - Possessing a current lifesaving The complete track results can In the bottom of the sixth in- DEBTS PILING UP? be found on www.athletic.net. ed out in the fifth inning before certificate or able to acquire one by the beginning of ning, Ours swung on a third strike As flowers bloom in the Spring, Strawderman doubled into right BANKRUPTCY that eluded catcher Jesse Miller, the pool season. Must be at least 15 years of age or these athletes are growing for an center field, but Sions struck out but collected and thrown to Whet- older. Lifeguards will be required to wear a red amazing landscape with medals in Tharp. one-piece bathing suit while on duty. SHERMANS SHHEERRMMAANN Charleston. Williams flew out to McDonald zel making the stretch and tag for the out at first base. Applications are due by 4:00 P.M. April 29, 2016 . The Cougars visit Petersburg to- in left center field, then Cosner LLAW LAAWW FIRMFFIIRRMM morrow, while Moorefield travels was hit by a pitch. Watts and Keller went down on strikeouts from Tharp as the Yel- Applications may be obtained from the Town Office at 206 CALL TODAY 304-822-4740 to Keyser. After a flyout by Schoonover to Winchester Avenue, Moorefield, WV 26836. The Town of low Jackets were kept off the base Call t oll f ree 800-619-4740 Moorefield is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants are path. required to undergo drug testing prior to employment. We are a debt relief agency. We help people file for Sions commenced the seventh bankruptcy relief under the bankruptcy code. inning striking out Skovron, then Kremer reached on an error by Garett Haggerty. Cosner made a diving catch for an out to rob a base hit by Straw- derman, then Tharp was thrown out by Schoonover on a dropped third strike. Mullin collected consecutive groundouts to start the bottom of the seventh inning, then Cosner was hit by a pitch. Jesse Miller tried to make a pickoff throw, but Cosner dove back to first base in time. Schoonover grounded out to Nick Miller to Whetzel ending the game as the Cougars triumphed 5-1. This was the second victory for East Hardy against the Yellow Jackets this season, but a rematch series is waiting in the playoffs. 4B - MOOREFIELD (WV) EXAMINER, Wednesday, April 13, 2016 East Hardy Outlasts

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Continued from page 1B Feagans hit an RBI single past 304-822-7377 the dive of Strawderman to make and Skovron struck out on a check it 8-7, then a fielder’s choice ended Serving Hardy, Grant & Hampshire Counties for over 20 years! swing to end the side. the inning. McDonald struck out Trey Coo- In the seventh inning, Skovron’s per to start the bottom of the fifth hit off Pendleton County pitcher inning, then Logan Cooper sin- Timothy Thorne to second base gled and couldn’t get an extra base made a wild hop and was dropped as Mullin made a dash to recover for an error with one out, then the ball in the outfield. Kremer singled into left field. A pickoff attempt was too high Strawderman flew out to as Cooper stole second base with Hevener, then Tharp singled with Strawderman making a leaping Roberts making a diving save in catch. the infield. Hevener followed with an RBI Hevener came to pitch with the single into center field to make it bases loaded and struck out Mc- 6-1, then was caught stealing at Donald. second base. Tharp came in as the closer for After two walks were issued, the Cougars and garnered a strike- McDonald recorded a strikeout to out to the first batter, then beaned get out of the jam. Trey Cooper. Trey Cooper was sent to the Logan Cooper hit a pop-up mound for the Wildcats and Kre- which was missed by Whetzel and mer reached first base on an error harmlessly dropped to the ground as a diving stop by Logan Cooper with Mullin making the recovery saw the ball roll away. and sending a laser to second base Strawderman singled into cen- for the second out. ter field, then Tharp bunted up Tharp struck out Hevener to and it bounced off the glove on a end the game as the Cougars diving attempt by Trey Cooper and knocked off the No. 2 team in the was immediately thrown to first state. base for an out with Tharp trying “Our guys, we have that ability to slide into the base. to just keep battling and it’s good Strawderman was back to first to see that,” Pendleton County base at the same time and the skipper Sam Yokum remarked. Wildcats threw to second base to “It wasn’t good to see us fall get another out, but after a dis- behind 8-1. Against a good team pute there was only one out called when you make that kind of a at first base. run, sometimes a little bit of the McDonald hit an RBI single air comes out of you and unfor- into left field for a 7-1 score, then tunately we weren’t able to finish Kyle Kimble came in to pitch. it. I’m disappointed we got behind Whetzel was given a walk to that much and just didn’t make load the bases, then Jesse Miller some plays. There were some un- hit an RBI groundout to take an earned runs and East Hardy hits 8-1 lead before a strikeout ended the ball well, so if you do make a the damage. mistake or error, they will make it McDonald issued a full-count hurt. [Corey] McDonald is a heck walk to Shears, then Roberts hit of a pitcher. I thought were were Need to clean out your clutter? the ball just over Nick Miller at a little bit impatient at the plate third base for a single and Timothy and he threw a lot of balls. When Thorne notched singled collected we finally settled in and got a lit- in shallow outfield by Mullin as the tle more patient, he had to come Wildcats loaded the bases. into the strike zone better where it The Cougars decided to send was hittable for us. We don’t want in relief pitcher Ashton Mathias to rely on an opposing pitcher to as McDonald needed to get some get tired for us to make our run. rest. We’ve got to play better and keep Trey Cooper was given a walk the game close. It was a long way which sent one run across the to come back and make something plate, then Logan Cooper cleared happen. That’s two good baseball the bases with the help of an error games, it should be between us in in right field to reach third base as the regionals.” the deficit was cut down to 8-5. East Hardy jumped up to No. 4 After a walk to Hevener, an in the new rankings on Sunday af- error on a stolen base pickoff at- ter this win and the Wildcats fell tempt resulted in a run scored. to No. 4. East Hardy finally got two outs The Cougars host Frankfort for on a flyout and groundout, but a doubleheader this Saturday at Pendleton County wasn’t finished. noon.

LOST RIVER 304-897-6971 8079 SR 259, Lost River, WV 26810 WARDENSVILLE SOUTH BRANCH 304-897-3300 304-538-2816 285 E. Main St., 7570 US Hwy 220 S, Wardensville, WV 26851 Moorefield, WV 26836 David A. Rudich - Broker , Tim Ramsey - Realtor ® , Ann Morgan - Realtor ® , Lynn Judy - Realtor ® , Ken Judy - Realtor ® , Vicki Johnson - Realtor ® , Paul Yandura - Realtor ® , Al Gramprie - Realtor ® , Donald Hitchcock - Realtor ® MOOREFIELD (WV) EXAMINER, Wednesday, April 13, 2016 - 5B Examiner Classifieds [email protected]

FOR SALE ing at $25,000. Also 5 acre tracts from Mount Storm Power Plant experience. Houses, Interior, to achieve daily living skills, im- in a residential unit at the Po- MISCELLANEOUS starting at $40,000. 5 acre lot great and Mt Storm Lake. Space 2000sq. house roofs, barn roofs, church plement age-appropriate activity tomac Center, Inc. Minimum of CARPET, VINYL, Laminates, for hunting, lots of deer. Owner ft. Lodge with 2BR’s, 3BA’S, new roofs, poultry house roofs, out- schedules, and document data for 2 years’ experience in assisted liv- and hardwood flooring of all types. will finance with 10% down. 304- carpet, cathedral ceilings, stone buildings, mobile homes, fences, individuals with intellectual/devel- ing, long-term care, or home care C & P Carpets Plus, 108 South 749-8411. tfn fireplace and large deck. Very pri- staining log homes, businesses, opmental disabilities in a residen- preferred. New graduates con- Fork Road. 304-538-6462. tfn RESIDENTIAL LAND for build- vate and seclude, on 10 to 83 acres. pressure washing. Call Ronald tial setting. Must be experienced sidered. The successful candidate PLASTIC PALLETS. 40”x 48”, ing a home. Beautiful 4 acres, Will be available on May 1st, so act Kimble, 304-358-7208. tfn in establishing healthy professional must be a team player, a confident Very good condition. Good for corner lot in Summit Oaks Sub- fast! 1-800-651-5540. tfn boundaries and a successful track decision maker, well-organized, stacking firewood and hay on. $6 division. All utilities on sight. HELP WANTED record of demonstrated respect dependable, and enjoy working each. 304-668-3653. 4/13 $65,000.00. Call 410-326-1917. 5/4 FOR RENT COOK AND Waitress. Apply in and dignity for the individuals’ with individuals with developmen- OVER 200 Chestnut saplings, LAND FOR Sale: 4 Acres Mor- HOUSES person at Colt’s Restaurant on needs and backgrounds. Require- tal disabilities. Potomac Center gantown Road, Kessel, wooded, ments include: High School di- is a well-established organization 10”tall. $5.00 each. In Petersburg WARDENSVILLE: Comfy 2 BR March 3rd between 10am and Electric, and driveway, city water ploma/GED; valid driver’s license; offering a competitive salary and area. 4/13 house off Main Street, quiet area 12noon. tfn within 150 yards. $45,000. 304- minimum 20 years of age; strong, excellent benefits. Send résumé to: 2-ORIGINAL PAINTINGS by near river, pretty location. Full SEASONAL CLEANERS. Tim- 434-2805. tfn professional work ethic; clear Potomac Center, Inc. Attn: Karen Margaret Allen. For more infor- bath and kitchen, ceiling fans, off- ber Ridge Camp of Highview seeks state, federal, and protective ser- Fisher, Human Resources Officer, mation email mprominski@aol. street parking. $500 per month cleaners for seasonal work. To be- vices background checks, and drug One Blue Street, Romney, WV com. 5/14 FOR SALE plus utilities (trash included in gin ASAP, 40 hours per week. Reli- screen. Competitive wage and ex- 26757; (304) 822-3861 ext. 129, BEEKEEPING EQUIPMENT HOUSES rent). Security deposit required. able transportation required. Must cellent benefits. Send résumé to: or e-mail kfisher@potomaccenter. for all new beginner hives, bee 4BR, 2.5BA. Eat-in-Kitchen, nice 304-490-9004, leave message or be able to pass drug and back- Potomac Center, Inc. Attn: Karen com 4/20 suits, supers, tools. Call 304-703- yard, with detached 1 car garage, email [email protected]. 4/20 ground check. Call 410-833-4080 Fisher, Human Resources Officer, ON-SITE MECHANIC Wanted. 7292. Located in Petersburg. 5/28 appliances, propane heat and par- 2 or 3BR, 1BA, house, quiet neigh- to apply. 4/13 One Blue Street, Romney, WV Looking for an occasional, flex- FRENCH BUFFET and Baker tially furnished. Close to schools borhood. Waking distance to Pil- TRAINING SPECIALIST Po- 26757; (304) 822-3861 ext. 129; ible employee to diagnose and Rack, approximately 82” tall, but and shopping. 15 Central Avenue, grims. Gas heat and cooking. $700 tomac Center, Inc., a facility that [email protected]; orrepair box trucks, pickup trucks has no shelving, with marble top. Petersburg, WV. 304-897-8555. per month plus deposit. Call 540- supports individuals with intel- complete an application on line at and SUVs. Gas and some diesel $150.00 304-703-5930. 4/20 $119,000. 4/30 422-5344. 4/16 lectual/developmental disabilities www.potomaccenter.com E.O.E engines. Must have own tools. READY TO Go! 10x20 build- 2BR, 1BA. Sunroom, large front is seeking a Training Specialist to 4/20 Position will be outside, weath- ing with red metal roof. Excellent porch, woodstove, central heat/ conduct programmatic and other FOR RENT RESIDENTIAL MANAGER- er permitting. Immediate open- condition. $2,000. 304-897-8555 or air, electric, appliances, Maple core training for new hires and cur- APARTMENT NIGHT SHIFT. The Potomac ing. Must be able to pass drug test. 304-851-3997. 4/30 honey cabinets, Maple hardwoods rent employees. A bachelor’s de- WARDENSVILLE: Big, comfort- Center, Inc. is seeking a full-time Call 304.513.4900 if interested and floors, ceramic tile in kitchen and gree in a human services or educa- able 2BR upstairs apartment, new Residential Manager to coordinate ask for Rachel S. 4/13 bath. 12x24 detached 1 car garage tion field or Associates degree with FOR SALE updates, W/D, off-street parking. night shift operations, provide staff POULTRY REPAIR Tech. Previ- (heated)., storage building, with 2 at least 3 years experience working FARM EQUIPMENT $480 per month + electric (trash supervision and oversight, and to ous poultry experience preferred. lofts, shingled roof, fenced in back with I/DD is required. Must dem- KUBOTA, GEHL, BushHog, and included in rent). Avail May 1. Se- ensure safety and personal digni- Punctual, Dependable, Electri- yard, and private drive. $125,000. onstrate proficiency in oral and Befco. 15 Kubota Cab tractors in curity deposit required. 304-490- ty to individuals with intellectual cal and mechanical knowledge re- 115 Cedar Street, Moorefield, WV written communication skills, au- stock. See Woodstock Equipment 9004, leave message or email jh- and developmental disabilities in quired. Full time benefits. Occa- (Tannery). 304-897-8555 or 304- dio visual aids, electronic learning, Company for Sales, Parts, and Ser- [email protected]. 4/20 three residential settings. Pre- sional weekend service required. 851-3997. 4/30 role playing, simulation, etc. Basi- vice. Woodstock VA. Call 540-459- cally a Monday – Friday, 40-hour fer candidate possess a bachelors Must have clean driving record. 3233. tfn FOR RENT degree in a human services field Apply in person at Poultry Special- FOR SALE work schedule; hours may vary to STORAGE meet the needs of the program. or associates degree with 3 years’ ties, Moorefield or call 304-530- FOR SALE COMMERCIAL *OLD FIELDS Storage* (Units PC offers a competitive salary plus experience working in the field of 2184. 4/20 LAND/LOTS PROPERTY 5x10) (10x10) (10x20). Located 4.5 excellent benefit package. Inquire: mental health/intellectual disabili- PART TIME DRIVER needed. BUILDING LOTS for sale start- FOR RENT or Sale only 3 miles Miles on Rt. 220 North of Moore- Potomac Center, Inc. Attn: Karen ties preferred. Excellent benefit Must have 2 years experience and field. Call 304-538-3300, 304-538- Fisher, Human Resources Officer, package and competitive salary. class A CDL. Please contact 304- 2346 or evenings 304-538-6785. tfn One Blue Street, Romney, WV Submit résumé to: Potomac Cen- 703-4012. 4/20 MTM STORAGE, 5x10, 10x10, 26757; (304) 822-3861 ext. 129, ter, Inc. Attn: Karen Fisher, Hu- MOBILE HOME REPAIRS. 12x24, available. Rt. 55 East of [email protected] orman Resources Officer, One Blue Roof painting, skirting, door and Moorefield, additional larger siz- complete an application on line at Street, Romney, WV 26757; (304) window replacement, releveling, es available in Moorefield. Truck www.potomaccenter.com E.O.E. 822-3861 ext. 129, e-mail kfisher@ plumbing repairs, floor repair. loading docks available, Large out- 4/20 potomaccenter.com, or complete Most all types of carpentry work. door parking area. Commercial, DIRECT SUPPORT Profession- an application on line at www.po- 304-359-3491. 4/23 Retail, and industrial space for als. Potomac Center, Inc. is very tomaccenter.com E.O.E. 4/20 available. 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Legal Advertisements [email protected] Legal Avertisement aforesaid Clerk’s Office or visible upon the Courthouse in Moorefield, Hardy County, At the time of the execution of the Deed Financial Group at 304-530-0522. this invitation and will not be discriminated Eastern West Virginia Community Ac- ground, all prior liens and encumbrances, West Virginia, on of Trust, this property was reported to have WILLIAM H. BEAN against on the grounds of race, color, reli- tion Agency, Inc. (EWVCAA) is accepting including, without limitation, liens for real THURSDAY, APRIL 28, 2016 an address of: 248 Adams Rd, Wardens- SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE FOR SUMMIT gion, sex or national origin in consideration Request For Quotation’s for Weatherization estate taxes, incinerator, sanitary and AT 2:00 P.M. ville, WV 26851. COMMUNITY BANK for an award. assistance program for the following ser- sewer charges. The purchasers at the sale all that certain tract or parcel of real es- The referenced real estate will be con- 116 Washington Street, P.O. Drawer 30 WEST VIRGINIA DEPARTMENT OF vices: HVAC, Electrical, Plumbing, Chim- shall be responsible for paying the record- tate containing 2.00 acres, more or less, veyed with no covenants of warranty, Moorefield, WV 26836 (304) 530-6198 TRANSPORTATION ney repair, and the following materials: ing costs and also the tax on the privilege together with any and all rights, rights of and subject to all covenants, restrictions, D:\Foreclosures\O’ConnorCraig.Notice- Division of Highways, Cellulose, blown fiberglass, mobile home of transferring real property (the cost of the way, structures, easements, minerals, easements, rights of way and reservations Foreclosure.wpd Robert Pennington windows & doors, vinyl replacement win- tax stamp to be affixed to the deed). The improvements and appurtenances there- which may be a matter of record in the 4/13, 4/20, 4/27 3c Deputy State Highway Engineer - Plan- dows & mobile home furnaces. Contact purchasers shall be responsible for pay- unto belonging, lying and being situate aforesaid Clerk’s Office or visible upon the ning and Programming Bobbi Wilkins at 304-538-7711 to request ment of all real estate taxes. on the southeast side of Knowlen Run in ground, all prior liens and encumbrances, FIDUCIARY NOTICE 4/13, 4/20 2C an application and the RFQ general in- The subject property will be sold in “AS Capon District, Hardy County, West Vir- including, without limitation, liens for real The account of Danielle Spratling, Ex- structions. EWVCAA encourages M/WBE IS” condition. The Substitute Trustee shall ginia and being more particularly bounded estate taxes, incinerator, sanitary and ecutrix of the Estate of Fedrecia L. Evans is TRUSTEE’S SALE OF & labor surplus area firms to apply. All ap- be under no duty to cause any existing ten- and described by a Description of Survey sewer charges. The purchasers at the sale before the undersigned for final settlement. VALUABLE REAL ESTATE plications & Quotations must be received ant or person occupying the subject prop- of record in the Office of the Clerk of the shall be responsible for paying the record- Dated this 7th day of April, 2016 By virtue of the authority vested in your by EWVCAA by Monday, 2 P.M. June 13, erty to vacate said property. County Commission of Hardy County, ing costs and also the tax on the privilege Joyce E. Stewart undersigned trustee by that certain deed 2016. Late RFQ’s will not be considered. TERMS: $9,000.00 in cash and/or certi- West Virginia in Deed Book 282, at Page of transferring real property (the cost of the Fiduciary Commissioner of trust dated the 2,d day of June, 1997, 3/30, 4/6, 4/13, 4/20 4c fied funds as deposit with the balance due 479. Reference is hereby made to said tax stamp to be affixed to the deed). The Bill to: Bean & Bean and of record in the Office of the Clerk of and payable within 30 days of the day of Deed for a more specific description of the purchasers shall be responsible for pay- Placed by: Peggy Leatherman the County Commission of Hardy County, TRUSTEE’S SALE OF sale. tract or parcel of real estate offered for sale ment of all real estate taxes. for Joyce Stewart West Virginia, in Deed of Trust Book 135, VALUABLE REAL ESTATE FEDERAL TAX LIEN: In the event that herein. Said real estate is improved with by The subject property will be sold in “AS Received by: at Page 662, executed by Donald R. Miller, By virtue of the authority vested in your there are Federal Tax Liens against the a home situate thereon. IS” condition. The Substitute Trustee shall Date to Run: April 13, 2016 to Jack H. Walters and Howard E. Kraus- undersigned trustee by that certain Deed property, the United States would have The 911 address of the real estate being be under no duty to cause any existing ten- 4/13 1c kopf, either or both of whom may act, to of Trust dated the 27th day of June 2003, the right to redeem the property within a offered for sale herein is 427 Knowlen Run ant or person occupying the subject prop- secure the payment of that certai n nego- and of record in the Office of the Clerk of period of 120 days from the date of such Road, Rio, WV 26755. erty to vacate said property. IN THE COUNTY COMMISSION OF tiable promissory note described therein, the County Commission of Hardy County, sale or the period allowable for redemption And being the same tract or parcel of TERMS: $9,000.00 in cash and/or certi- HARDY COUNTY, WEST VIRGINIA payable to the order of Capon Valley Bank, West Virginia, in Deed of Trust Book 184, at under local law, whichever is longer. real estate conveyed unto Robert B. Sager fied funds as deposit with the balance due IN RE: THE ESTATE OF DONNA JEAN a West Virginia Banking Corporation, at Page 713, executed by William Dale White Pursuant to the Deed of Trust, the by that certain Deed dated October 29, and payable within 30 days of the day of TEETS its address of P.O. Box 119, Wardensville, and Marilyn S. White his wife, to secure the Trustee may postpone the sale by public 2004, and of record in the Office of the sale. NOTICE OF FINAL ACCOUNTING WV 26851, and signed by the said Donald payment of that certain negotiable promis- announcement at the time and place des- Clerk of the County Commission of Hardy FEDERAL TAX LIEN: In the event that To the Creditors and Beneficiaries of the R. Miller, as maker and default having oc- sory note described therein, payable to the ignated or by posting a notice of the same, County, West Virginia in Deed Book 282, there are Federal Tax Liens against the estate of Donna Jean Teets, deceased: curred in the payment of sa id negotiable order of Capon Valley Bank, a West Virgin- and act by agent in the execution of the at Page 476. property, the United States would have Please take notice that the Waiver of Fi- promissory note secured by the deed ia Banking Corporation, at its address of sale. The parties secured by the Deed Reference is hereby made to the said the right to redeem the property within a nal Accounting of James Michael Teets, Ex- of trust set forth hereinabove, and the sa P.O. Box 119, Wardensville, WV 26851, and of Trust reserve the right to purchase the aforementioned Description of Survey for period of 120 days from the date of such ecutor to the Estate of Donna Jean Teets, is id Capon Valley Bank, as the beneficial signed by the said William Dale White and property at such sale. any and all pertinent purposes. sale or the period allowable for redemption pending before the undersigned Fiduciary holder of sa id note, having notified the un- Marilyn S. White his wife, as makers and SENECA TRUSTEES, INC. The tract or parcel of real estate being under local law, whichever is longer. Commissioner for final settlement. dersigned trustee in writing to do so, said default having occurred in the payment of 5000 Coombs Farm Drive, Suite 104 offered for sale herein is being offered for Pursuant to the Deed of Trust, the Given under my hand on April 4, 2016. trustee will offer for sa le at public auction the said negotiable Promissory Note se- Morgantown, WV 26508 sale, subject to any and all restrictions, Trustee may postpone the sale by public Jonathan G. Brill, to the highest bidder, the following de- cured by the Deed of Trust set forth here- (304) 413-0044 reservations, covenants, conditions, ease- announcement at the time and place des- Fiduciary Commissioner scribed tract or parcel of real estate, at the inabove, and the said Capon Valley Bank, (304) 292-2918 ments and rights-of-way, contained in, pro- ignated or by posting a notice of the same, Hampshire County, West Virginia front door of the Courthouse in Moorefield, as the holder of said note, having notified Toll free: (888) 534-3132 vided for or reserved in any and all instru- and act by agent in the execution of the 4/13, 4/20 2c Hardy County, West Virginia, on the undersigned trustee in writing to do so, Reference File No. 39201 ments in chain of title. sale. The parties secured by the Deed THURSDAY, APRIL 28, 2016 said trustee, will offer for sale at public auc- 4/6, 4/13 2c The hereinbefore advertised tract or of Trust reserve the right to purchase the ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS AT 1:00 P.M. tion to the highest bidder, the following de- parcel of real estate shall be conveyed property at such sale. Hardy County Public Service District is all that certain tract or parcel of real es- scribed tract or parcel of real estate, at the United States of America unto the highest bidder by special warranty SENECA TRUSTEES, INC. accepting sealed bids for General Electri- tate containing 0.379 acres, more or less, front door of the Courthouse in Moorefield, State of West Virginia Deed from your undersigned trustee. 5000 Coombs Farm Drive, Suite 104 cal Services. Bids will be received by the together with any and all rights, rights of Hardy County, West Virginia, on County of Hardy, ss: Real estate taxes on the real estate the Morgantown, WV 26508 Public Service District at P.O. Box 900, way, easements, improvements and ap- THURSDAY, APRIL 21, 2016 Notice of Administration / to Creditors subject of this sale notice shall be paid by (304) 413-0044 2094 U.S. 220 South, Moorefield, West purtenances thereunto belonging, lying AT 1:00 P.M. the owner or beneficial holder of the nego- (304) 292-2918 Virginia until 4:00 p.m. L.P.T. on Tuesday, and being situate approximately one half all that certain tract or parcel of real es- Notice is hereby given that the follow- tiable promissory note referred to herein for Toll free: (888) 534-3132 May 31, 2016 for furnishing all labor and mile east of the tate containing 2.53 acres, more or less, to- ing estate(s) have been opened for pro- all those taxes coming due to and through Reference File No. 36120 materials for backup power connections Town of Wardensville, along the north- gether with any and all rights, rights of way, bate in the Hardy County Clerk’s Office the Spring of 2016. The high bidder shall 4/13 1c and miscellaneous electrical work at the west side of County Route 5 in Capon structures, easements, minerals, improve- at 204 Washington Street, Moorefield, WV be responsible for the taxes that become following locations: District, Hardy County, West Virginia, and ments and appurtenances thereunto be- 26836‑0200. Any person seeking to im- due in the Fall of 20 16 and henceforth, NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE OF Baker Water Treatment Plant, Baker being more particularly known and desig- longing, lying and being situate on the east peach or establish a will must make a com- without regard to in whose name they are VALUABLE REAL ESTATE Wastewater Treatment Plant, Trout Run nated as Lot 24 of Warden Acres Subdivi- side of US Highway 220, approximately plaint in accordance with the provisions of assessed. Notice is hereby given that the default Booster Pump Station, Marvin Chapel sion as more fully shown on a Plat thereof ten (10) miles north of the Town of Moore- West Virginia Code 41‑5‑11 through 13. The Trustee shall be under no duty to having occurred in the payment of a cer- Booster Pump Station, Johnny Taylor entitled Warden Acres prepared by Frank field, in Moorefield District, Hardy County, Any interested person objecting to the cause any existing tenant or person oc- tain indebtedness secured by a Deed of Booster Pump Station, Flats Mountain Whitacre, dated September 10, 1980, and West Virginia and being more particularly qualifications of the personal representa- cupying subject real estate to vacate said Trust dated June 28, 2007, by Craig E. Booster Pump Station, Kelly Road Booster of record in the Office of the Clerk of the bounded and described in accordance tive or the venue or jurisdiction of the court, property. O’Connor, Borrower/Trustor and Mark H. Pump Station, Route 220 Booster Pump County Commission of Hardy County, with the metes and bounds description set shall file notice of an objection with the All costs for Deed preparation and trans- Wright or C. David Robertson, Trustees, Station, Route 55 Booster Pump Station, West Virginia, in Map Book 2, at Page 104. forth in that certain Deed dated April 24, County Commission within 60 days after fer stamps shall be paid by the purchaser. in favor of Summit Community Bank, and Southfork Booster Pump Station, Rig-Crit- Reference is hereby made to said afore- 1981 and of record in said Clerk’s office in the date of the first publication or within 30 In the event that there are Federal Tax said Deed of Trust is duly recorded in the estown Booster Pump Station, Frosty Hol- mentioned Plat or Map for a more particu- Deed Book 166, at Page 653. Reference days of the service of the notice, whichever Liens of record against the real estate the Office of the Clerk of the County Commis- low Booster Pump Station, Welton Orchard lar description of the tract or parcel of real is hereby made to said Deed for a more is later. If an objection is not filed timely, subject of the sale notice, the United States sion of Hardy County, West Virginia, in Booster Pump Station, Phase I Booster estate offered for sale herein. particular description of the tract or parcel the objection is forever barred. Any per- Government shall have the right to re- Trust Book No. 231, at Page 248, which Pump Station, and Hardy County PSD Of- And being the same tract or parcel of of real estate offered for sale herein. Said son interested in filing claims against an deem the real estate within 120 days from Deed of Trust authorizes the Beneficiary fice Building real estate conveyed unto Donald R. Miller, real estate is improved with a double-wide estate must file them in accordance with the date of said sale or a period allowable to remove, substitute or add a Trustee at The work shall be completed within 90 by that certain deed dated February 18, home situate on said real estate. West Virginia Code 44‑2 and 44‑3 and/or for said redemption, whichever is longer. its option, and the Beneficiary having ex- days of date bid is accepted and awarded 1993, and of record in the Office of the The 911 address of the real estate being 44‑1‑14A(10). The real estate being offered for sale ercised its option and substituted William by the Hardy County Public Service District Clerk of the County Commission of Hardy offered for sale herein is 9496 SR 220, Old Settlement of the estate(s) of the follow- herein is designated as Parcel 4.2 of Map H. Bean as its Trustee to act in the en- Board. County, West Virginia in Deed Book 222, Fields, WV 26845. ing named decedent(s) will proceed with- 251 of Capon District, Hardy County, West forcement of said Deed of Trust in person, All bidders are required to have a West Page 90. Reference is hereby made to the And being the same tract or parcel of out reference to a fiduciary commissioner Virginia. and the Substitute Trustee Appointment is Virginia Contractor’s License per the West said deed for any and all pertinent pur- real estate conveyed unto William Dale unless within 60 days from the first publica- TERMS: A $10,000.00 deposit is re- recorded in the Office of the County Com- Virginia State Code. poses. The tract or parcel of real estate be- White and Marilyn S. White, his wife by that tion of this notice a reference is requested quired on day of sale with the balance to mission of Hardy County, West Virginia in All submitted sealed bids will be opened ing offered for sale herein is being offered certain Deed dated September 18, 1995, by a party of interest or an unpaid creditor be paid at closing. Closing is to occur at Trust Book 293, at Page 690, and the un- and read aloud at the PSD’s regularly for sale subject to any and all restrictions, and of record in the Office of the Clerk of files a claim and good cause is shown to the office of your undersigned trustee at dersigned Trustee having been requested scheduled board meeting on Wednesday, reservations, covenants, conditions, ease- the County Commission of Hardy County, support reference to a fiduciary commis- Walters & Heishman, PLLC at 204 North by the beneficial owner of said indebted- June 1, 2016 at 10:00 a.m. ments and rights of way, contained in, pro- West Virginia in Deed Book 233, at Page sioner. If no reference to a fiduciary com- Elm Street, across from the Courthouse, ness to enforce said Deed of Trust, will sell A pre-bid and site visit for review of the vided for, or reserved in any and all prior 736. Reference is hereby made to the said missioner is listed herein, claims against in Moorefield, Hardy County, West Virginia, at public auction and to the highest bidder, work required will be conducted on Tues- instruments in chain of tit le. Same shall be aforementioned Deed for any and all perti- the estate(s) must be filed in accordance at a date and time to be mutually agreed the following hereinafter described real day, May 3, 2016. Contact Mr. Logan Moy- incorporated into the deed of conveyance nent purposes. with West Virginia Code 44‑1‑14A(10). upon between the trustee and the high estate on Friday, April 29, 2016, at 12:00 ers, General Manager of Hardy County by reference, to the high bidder at the sale The tract or parcel of real estate being Publication Date: Wednesday, April 6, bidder, which said date and time shall not Noon at the front door of the Hardy County Public Service District at (304) 530-3048 referenced herein. offered for sale herein is being offered for 2016 exceed twenty (20) days from the date of Courthouse in Moorefield, West Virginia. for Bid Information. The 911 address of the real estate being sale, subject to any and all restrictions, Claim Deadline Date: Sunday, June 5, sale. Failure to close in accordance with REAL ESTATE: All that certain tract 4/13, 4/20 2c offered for sale herein is 402 Warden Circle reservations, covenants, conditions, ease- 2016 the terms herein shall result in the forfeiture or parcel of real estate, together with all Road, Wardensville, WV 2685 1. ments and rights-of-way, contained in, pro- of the deposit. Purchaser may elect to pay rights, rights-of-ways, improvements and WEST VIRGINIA DEPARTMENT The tract or parcel of real estate offered vided for or reserved in any and all instru- ESTATE NUMBER: 1406 the entire purchase price on day of sale. appurtenances thereunto belonging, lying OF TRANSPORTATION for sale herein is improved by a modern ments in chain of title. ESTATE NAME: PAT A BERGDOLL Prospective bidders are invited to con- on Patterson Creek Mountain and along Division of Highways dwelling house situate thereon and said The hereinbefore advertised tract or EXECUTOR: WILLIAM H JUDY III tact your undersigned trustee or Capon the east side of County Route 2, about 4.5 NOTICE TO CONTRACTORS tract or parcel of real estate is situate in parcel of real estate shall be conveyed PO BOX 636 Valley Bank, prior to the day of sale with miles northwest of Old Fields, West Vir- Bids will be received electronically by a unique and exclusive development in unto the highest bidder by special warranty MOOREFIELD, WV 26836‑0636 regard to any and all questions that might ginia, being in Moorefield District, Hardy the West Virginia Department of Trans- Hardy County, West Virginia, and same is Deed from your undersigned trustee. arise. County, West Virginia, and identified as portation, Division of Highways through serviced by an excellent access road. Real estate taxes on the real estate the ESTATE NUMBER: 1386 H. Junior Wilson Tract 2, containing 5.00 acres, more or the Bid Express Bidding Service (www. The hereinbefore advertised tract or subject of this sale notice shall be paid by ESTATE NAME: Auctioneer less, according to a survey prepared by bidx.com) and by the sealed proposals parcel of real estate will be conveyed to the the owner or beneficial holder of the nego- JUNIOR BROWN HALTERMAN Jack H. Waiters, Trustee Dick A. Heavner, Professional Surveyor (only when prequalification is waived) highest bidder by special warranty deed tiable promissory note referred to herein for EXECUTRIX: KAY FRANCES HALTERMAN WALTERS & HEISHMAN, PLLC No. 997, and a Description of Survey and being received at its office in Building 5, from your undersigned trustee. all those taxes coming due to and through 213 ALPINE DRIVE P.o. Box 119, Moorefield, WV 26836 Plat of Survey under the signature and seal Room A-748, 1900 Kanawha Boulevard Real estate taxes on the real estate the the Spring of 2016. The high bidder shall MOOREFIELD, WV 26836‑1171 (304) 530-6618 of said surveyor is of record in the Office East, Charleston, West Virginia until April subject of this sa le notice shall be paid by be responsible for the taxes that become 4/13, 4/20, 4/27 3c of the Clerk of the County Commission of 26, 2016 at 10:00 A.M.(Eastern Standard the owner or beneficia l holder of the nego- due in the Fall of 2016 and henceforth, ESTATE NUMBER: 1382 Hardy County, West Virginia, in Deed Book Time). The bids will be downloaded and/or tiable promissory note referred to herein, without regard to in whose name they are ESTATE NAME: RALPH DOW HEISHMAN Public Hearing No. 280, at Page 518, to which reference is opened and publicly thereafter for the con- for all of those taxes coming due to and assessed. ADMINISTRATRIX: NOTICE that the Town of Moorefield now made for a more particular description struction of the following project(s): through the Fall of 2013, and the high bid- The Trustee shall be under no duty to JUDITH LYNN HEISHMAN Planning Commission will hold a public of said real estate and for any and all other ------der shall be responsible for the taxes that cause any existing tenant or person oc- 579 LOWER ARKANSAW RD hearing and meeting on May 31, 2016 at pertinent purposes. Call: 011 become due in the Spring of 2014, and cupying subject real estate to vacate said BAKER, WV 26801‑8192 6:30 PM at the Moorefield Town Hall, 206 Being the same tract or parcel of real Contract: 1034830 henceforth without regard to in what name property. ATTORNEY: JOYCE E STEWART Winchester Ave., Moorefield, West Virginia estate conveyed unto Craig E. O’Connor State Project: S385-STR/IP-16 00 they are assessed. All costs for Deed preparation and trans- 113 WINCHESTER AVE 26836. The public is invited to attend and from Smith’s Lincoln Log Homes, Inc., by Federal Project: STP-2016 (006)D The Trustee shall be under no duty to fer stamps shall be paid by the purchaser. MOOREFIELD, WV 26836‑1109 submit comments on the recently drafted Deed dated June 28, 2007, and of record Description: cause any existing tenant or person oc- In the event that there are Federal Tax Liens Moorefield Comprehensive Plan. Be- in the Office of the Clerk of the County PAVEMENT MARKINGS cupying subject real estate to vacate said of record against the real estate the subject ESTATE NUMBER: 1414 ginning on April 13th, copies of the draft Commission of Hardy County, West Vir- 2016 DISTRICT FIVE ROADWAY STRIPING property. of the sale notice, the United States Gov- ESTATE NAME: ALVAN R KERNS comprehensive plan will be available for ginia, in Deed Book No. 297, at Page 745. DISTRICT WIDE The real estate offered for sa le herein ernment shall have the right to redeem the ANCILLARY ADMINISTRATOR: review at the Hardy County Public Library Reference is hereby made to the afore- COUNTY: GRANT, HARDY, MINERAL, is designated as Parcel 21 on Map 274A real estate within 120 days from the date JAMES O HEISHMAN or may be reviewed at Moorefield Town said deed and other documents therein OTHER of Capon District, Hardy County, West Vir- of said sale or a period allowable for said PO BOX 119 Hall during normal business hours. Mem- referred to and same are incorporated ------ginia, in the Office of the Assessor of Hardy redemption, whichever is longer. MOOREFIELD, WV 26836‑0119 bers of the public can call Jared Anderson herein, by reference, for all proper and per- Proposals will be received from prequal- County, West Virginia. The real estate being offered for sale at 304.293.1698 (Mon-Fri 8:30 AM – 5:00 tinent reasons. ified and West Virginia licensed contractors All costs of Deed preparation and trans- herein is designated as Parcel 0003 of Map ESTATE NUMBER: 1399 PM) if they are unable to review the plan at The real estate is identified for tax as- only except that on Federal-Aid Projects a fer stamps shall be paid by the purchaser. 165 of Moorefield District, Hardy County, ESTATE NAME: INDOLE GRACE KESNER the library or town hall. Written comments sessment purposes in the Hardy County contractors’ license is not required at time In the event that there are Federal Tax West Virginia. ADMINISTRATRIX: SONJA FAYE SMITH can be submitted prior to the scheduled Assessor’s Office on Tax Map 163, as Par- of bid, but will be required before work can Liens of record against the real estate the TERMS: A $10,000.00 deposit is re- 131 KENT STREET hearing at the Moorefield Town Hall, 206 cel 0032. begin. Registration is required with the De- subject of the sale offered herein, the Unit- quired on day of sale with the balance to MOOREFIELD, WV 26836‑8268 Winchester Ave., Moorefield, West Virginia FEDERAL TAX LIENS: In the event that partment of Administration, Division of Pur- ed States Government shall have the right be paid at closing. Closing is to occur at 26836 or may be emailed to Jared Ander- there are Federal Tax Liens against the chasing, in accordance with Chapter 5A, to redeem the property within 120 days the office of your undersigned trustee at ESTATE NUMBER: 1387 son at [email protected]. property, the United States Government Article 3, Section 12 of the West Virginia from the date of said sa le or period allow- Walters & Heishman, PLLC at 204 North ESTATE NAME: CHARLES W KOHNE 4/13 1c would have the right to redeem the proper- Code. All contractors submitting bids on able for redemption, whichever is longer. Elm Street, across from the Courthouse, EXECUTOR: ISAAC M KOHNE ty within a period of 120 days from date of project (s) must include one of the follow- TERMS: A $5,000.00 deposit is required in Moorefield, Hardy County, West Virginia, 27041 STATE RT 55 NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING such sale or period allowable for redemp- ing forms properly executed with each pro- on day of sa le and the balance to be paid at a date and time to be mutually agreed WARDENSVILLE, WV 26851‑ The Hardy County Commission will hold tion under local law, whichever is longer. posal: Proposal Guaranty Bond, Cashier’s in cash at closing. Closing is to occur at the upon between the trustee and the high ATTORNEY: WILLIAM H BEAN a public hearing on Tuesday, May 3, 2016 TERMS OF SALE: Ten percent (10%) Check, or Certified Check for $500.00 or office of your undersigned trustee at 204 bidder, which said date and time shall not PO DRAWER 30 at the hour of 9:00 AM in the County Com- deposit, in cash or approved check, must 5% of total bid, whichever is greater. North Elm Street, across from the Court- exceed twenty (20) days from the date of MOOREFIELD, WV 26836‑0030 mission Room (101) of the Hardy County be tendered on date of sale, with the bal- *These are projects on which any con- house, in Moorefield, Hardy County, West sale. Failure to close in accordance with Court House, 204 Washington Street, ance due at closing which shall be within tractor with a Category “W” Prequalifica- Virginia, at a date and time to be mutually the terms herein shall result in the forfeiture ESTATE NUMBER: 1408 Moorefield, WV 26836. The purpose of two (2) weeks from date of sale. All costs of tion Rating may be eligible to bid. agreed upon between the trustee and the of the deposit. Purchaser may elect to pay ESTATE NAME: RONALD MORAY NEFF this Public hearing shall be to allow public deed preparation, transfer stamps and real The West Virginia Department of Trans- high bidder, which said date and time shall the entire purchase price on day of sale. ADMINISTRATRIX CTA: comment relating to the proposed Hardy estate taxes now due or to become due are portation, Division of Highways reserves not exceed thirty (30) days from the date of Prospective bidders are invited to con- RUTH DOREEN HEWITT NEFF County Comprehensive Plan, after which to be paid by the purchaser. The property the right to defer, delay or postpone the sa le. Failure to close within the applicable tact your undersigned trustee or Capon PO BOX 4942 the County Commission may consider and will be conveyed by Trustee by quit claim date for receiving and publicly opening time frame will cause a forfeiture of the de- Valley Bank, prior to the day of sale with 1161 FAIRCHILD AVE vote to adopt said plan. Any person that deed without warranty of title. If Trustee proposals for any project designated in posit paid. Purchaser may elect to pay the regard to any and all questions that might HAGERSTOWN, MD 21742‑0942 would like to review any additional informa- cannot convey an insurable or marketable this advertisement, without the necessity of entire purchase price on day of sale. arise. ATTORNEY: CLYDE M SEE JR tion may contact the Hardy County Plan- title, the purchasers sole remedy is a return renewing such advertisement. All bidders Prospective bidders are invited to con- H. Junior Wilson PO BOX 700 ning Office located in the basement of the of deposit. The Trustee reserves the right holding valid bidding proposals will be tact your undersigned trustee or Capon Auctioneer MOOREFIELD, WV 26836‑0700 Hardy County Courthouse, 204 Washing- to continue sale of subject property from notified of such deferment, delay or post- Valley Bank, prior to the day of sale with Jack H. Walters, Trustee ton Street, Moorefield WV—304-530-0257; time to time by oral proclamation, which ponement and the date that proposals will regard to any and all questions that might WALTERS & HEISHMAN, PLLC ESTATE NUMBER: 1405 or the Hardy County Clerk, 204 Washing- continuation shall be in the sole discretion be received and publicly opened. arise. P.O. Box 119, Moorefield, WV 26836 ESTATE NAME: ANNA MAE PELL ton Street, Rm 111, Moorefield WV – 304- of the Trustee. The West Virginia Department of Trans- H. Junior Wilson (304) 530-6618 ANCILLARY ADMINISTRATOR 530-0250. Any excess monies obtained from said portation, Division of Highways hereby Auctioneers 4/6, 4/13, 4/20 3c WILLIAM H JUDY III 4/13 1c sale, if any, will be applied toward inferior notifies all bidders that it will affirmatively Jack H. Walters, Trustee PO BOX 636 liens in order of their priority. insure that in any contract entered into Walters & Heishman, PLLC TRUSTEE’S SALE OF MOOREFIELD, WV 26836‑0636 Notice of Meeting For more information concerning the pursuant to this advertisement, minority P.O. Box 119, Moorefield, WV 26836 VALUABLE REAL ESTATE The Region VIII Solid Waste Authority property contact Tina Martin, Director of business enterprises will be afforded full (304) 530-6618 The undersigned Substitute Trustee, ESTATE NUMBER: 1383 Board of Directors will meet at 9:00 a.m. Debt Management for Summit Community opportunity to submit bids in response to 4/13, 4/20, 4/27 by virtue of the authority vested in him by ESTATE NAME: on Thursday, April 21, 2016 at the South that certain Deed of Trust, dated July 28, BRAXTON ALEXANDER REEL Branch Inn in Moorefield, WV. The purpose 2008, and duly recorded in the Office of CO ADMINISTRATOR: of the meeting will be to conduct regular the Clerk of the County Commission of CRYSTAL AMANDA HALL business. Hardy County, West Virginia, in Document 1072 A OGGEN FARM ROAD 4/13 1c No. 167101, in Book No. 242, at Page 157 MOOREFIELD, WV 26836‑ and modified in Document No. 193332, CO ADMINISTRATOR: TRUSTEE’S SALE OF in Book No. 280, at Page 344, James D. SPENCER ALEXANDER REEL VALUABLE REAL ESTATE Stonestreet and Lucy May Stonestreet did 1072 A OGDEN FARM ROAD The undersigned Substitute Trustee, by convey unto Richard A and/or David D. Pill, MOOREFIELD, WV 26836‑8616 virtue of the authority vested in him by that Trustee(s), certain real property described FIDUCIARY COMMISSIONER: certain Deed of Trust, dated May 13, 2008, in said Deed of Trust; and the beneficiary WILLIAM H JUDY III and duly recorded in the Office of the Clerk has elected to appoint Seneca Trustees, PO BOX 636 of the County Commission of Hardy Coun- Inc., as Substitute Trustee by a Substitu- MOOREFIELD, WV 26836‑0636 ty, West Virginia, in Book No. 240, at Page tion of Trustee dated December 31, 2015 157, Harvey C. Shreve, Jr. did convey unto and recorded in the aforesaid Clerk’s of- ESTATE NUMBER: 1394 George M. Schoen, Trustee(s), certain real fice; and default having been made under ESTATE NAME: MARTHA B SNYDER property described in said Deed of Trust; the aforementioned Deed of Trust, and the EXECUTRIX: CARRIE A ROGERS and the beneficiary has elected to ap- undersigned Substitute Trustee having 1008 STRAWDERMAN RD point Seneca Trustees, Inc., as Substitute been instructed by Carrington Mortgage MATHIAS, WV 26812‑8265 Trustee by a Substitution of Trustee dated Services, LLC to foreclose thereunder, will February 8, 2013 and recorded in the offer for sale at public auction at the front ESTATE NUMBER: 37 aforesaid Clerk’s office; and default hav- door of the Hardy County Courthouse in ESTATE NAME: ing been made under the aforementioned Moorefield, West Virginia, on KAYLEE GRACE WHETZEL Deed of Trust, and the undersigned Sub- April 28, 2016 at 12:45 PM ADMINISTRATOR: MICHAEL A. WHETZEL stitute Trustee having been instructed by the following described real estate, to- 351 WARDEN CRICLE RD Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. to foreclose there- gether with its improvements, easements WARDENSVILLE, WV 26851-8303 under, will offer for sale at public auction at and appurtenances thereunto belonging, the front door of the Hardy County Court- situate in South Fork District, Hardy Coun- Subscribed and sworn to before me on house in Moorefield, West Virginia, on ty, West Virginia, and more particularly de- 03/31/2016 April 28, 2016 at 12:45 PM scribed as follows: GREGORY L ELY the following described real estate, to- ALL THAT CERTAIN TRACT OR PARCEL Clerk of the Hardy County Commission gether with its improvements, easements OF REAL ESTATE, SITUATE IN SOUTH 4/6, 4/13 2c and appurtenances thereunto belonging, FORK DISTRICT, HARDY COUNTY, WEST situate in Capon District, Hardy County, VIRGINIA, DESIGNATED AS LOT 11, TIM- TRUSTEE’S SALE OF West Virginia, and more particularly de- BER RIDGE WEST SUBDIVISION, CON- VALUABLE REAL ESTATE scribed as follows: TAINING 3.129 ACRES, MORE OR LESS, By virtue of the authority vested in your THE LAND REFERRED TO IN THIS EX- TOGETHER WITH ALL RIGHTS PRIVILEG- undersigned trustee by that certain Deed HIBIT IS LOCATED IN THE COUNTY OF ES, IMPROVEMENTS, RIGHTS-Of-WAY of Trust dated the 7th day of October 2011, HARDY AND THE STATE OF WEST VIR- AND APPURTENANCES THEREUNTO and of record in the Office of the Clerk of GINIA IN DEED BOOK 192 AT PAGE 120 BELONGING OR IN ANY WAY APPEAR- the County Commission of Hardy County, AND DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS. ING AND BEING MORE PARTICULARLY West Virginia, in Deed of Trust Book 263, at ALL THAT CERTAIN LOT OR PARCEL DESCRIBED ON THAT CERTAIN PLAT OF Page 743, executed by Robert B. Sager, to OF REAL ESTATE TOGETHER WITH ALL THE SAID TIMBER RIDGE WEST SUBDI- secure the payment of that certain nego- RIGHTS, RIGHTS-OF-WAYS, IMPROVE- VISION. OF RECORD IN THE OFFICE OF tiable promissory note described therein, MENTS AND APPURTENANCES THERE- THE CLERK OF THE COUNTY COMMIS- payable to the order of Capon Valley Bank, UNTO BELONGING, AND BEING LOCAT- SION OF HARDY COUNTY, WEST VIRGIN- a West Virginia Banking Corporation, at its ED AND SITUATE IN CAPON DISTRICT, IA, IN MAP BOOK NO. 5, AT PAGE 33, TO address of P.O. Box 119, Wardensville, WV HARDY COUNTY, WEST VIRGINIA, WEST WHICH REFERENCE IS NOW MADE. 26851, and signed by the said Robert B. OF WAITES RUN AND ALSO WEST OF At the time of the execution of the Deed Sager, as makers and default having oc- WEST VIRGINIA ROUTE 5/1, CONTAIN of Trust, this property was reported to have curred in the payment of the said negotia- 2.01 ACRES, MORE OR LESS. an address of: 1524 Walnut Bottom Place, ble Promissory Note secured by the Deed BEING THE SAME PROPERTY DE- Fisher, WV 26818 aka 1524 Walnut Bottom of Trust set forth hereinabove, and the SCRIBED IN DEED TO HARVEY C. Road, Fisher, WV 26818. said Capon Valley Bank, as the holder of SHREVE, JR., A SINGLE MAN FROM The referenced real estate will be con- said note, having notified the undersigned CLAUDE ORNDORFF AND JUANITA OR- veyed with no covenants of warranty, trustee in writing to do so, said trustee, will NDORFF, HIS WIFE RECORDED ON NO- and subject to all covenants, restrictions, offer for sale at public auction to the high- VEMBER 1, 1986 IN DEED BOOK 192, easements, rights of way and reservations est bidder, the following described tract or AT PAGE 120, HARDY COUNTY, WEST which may be a matter of record in the parcel of real estate, at the front door of the VIRGINIA. MOOREFIELD (WV) EXAMINER, Wednesday, April 13, 2016 - 7B

Legal Advertisements [email protected] HARDY COUNTY, WEST VIRGINIA Agricultural Agent 83,723 420 Levy Page General Fund Estimated Revenues Elections - County Clerk 93,400 0 Regular Current Expense Levy Fund Balance 529,009 Circuit Court 4,000 0 2016-2017 Property Taxes Current year 3,735,377 County Administrator 45,105 0 Prior Year Taxes 115,000 Custodial 64,385 0 Certificate of aluationV Tax Penalties, Interest & Publication Fees 50,000 Courthouse 290,392 4,320 Assessed Value Levy Taxes Property Transfer Tax 50,000 Other Buildings 8,700 0 for Tax Purposes Rate/$100 Levied Gas and Oil Severance Tax 15,000 Microfilm 3,200 0 Current Year Wine & Liquor Tax 1,500 Regional Development Authority 8,410 0 CLASS I Hotel Occupancy Tax 36,000 Planning & Zoning 91,832 4,152 Personal Property 0 14.30 0 Miscellaneous Permits 3,000 Contirbutions to Comms/Authorities 30,000 0 Public Utility 0 0 Federal Grants / Federal Payment in Lieu of Taxes 50,000 TOTAL GENERAL GOVERNMENT 3,232,011 19,860 Total Class I 0 0 Sheriff’s Service of Process 2,500 County Clerk’s Earnings 20,000 PUBLIC SAFETY CLASS II Circuit Clerk’s Earnings 15,000 Sheriff - Law Enforcement 703,914 0 Real Estate 438,241,990 28.60 1,253,372 Accident Reports 500 Sheriff - Service of Process 29,913 0 Personal Property 2,133,838 6,103 Rents & Concessions 9,300 Regional Jail 480,000 0 Total Class II 440,375,828 1,259,475 Franchise Agreement 10,000 Emergency Services 62,014 0 IRP Fees (Interstate Registration Plan) 18,000 Flood Control 8,000 0 CLASS III Fines, Fees & Court Costs 10,000 TOTAL PUBLIC SAFETY 1,283,841 0 Real Estate 80,442,790 57.20 460,133 Regional Jail Operations Partial Reimbursement 25,000 Personal Property 58,463,506 334,411 Interest Earned 2,000 HEALTH AND SANITATION Public Utility 255,428,000 1,461,048 Miscellaneous Revenue 15,000 Local Health Department 109,500 2,460 Total Class III 394,334,296 2,255,592 Sheriff’s Commission 10,000 TOTAL HEALTH AND SANITATION 109,500 2,460 Commissions 1,000 CLASS IV Gaming Income 50,000 CULTURE AND RECREATION Real Estate 48,513,180 57.20 277,495 Video Lottery 15,000 Parks & Recreation 151,632 660 Personal Property 41,630,416 238,126 Planning Commission Revenue 1,000 Visitor’s Bureau 18,000 0 Public Utility 7,164,176 40,979 Refunds/Reimbursements (External Sources) 12,000 Library 93,202 0 Total Class IV 97,307,772 556,600 General School Reimbursements 120,000 TOTAL CULTURE AND RECREATION 263,834 660 TOTAL ESTIMATED REVENUE (GENERAL FUND) $ 4,921,186 SOCIAL SERVICES Total Value & Projected Revenue 932,017,896 4,071,667 Public Transit 5,000 Less Delinquencies, Exonerations & Uncollectable Taxes 5.00% 203,583 Coal Severance Tax Estimated Revenues TOTAL SOCIAL SERVICES 5,000 Less Tax Discounts 2.00% 77,362 Assigned Fund Balance $4,980 Less Allowance for Tax Increment Financing (if Applicable) 0 Coal Severance Tax 18,000 CAPITAL PROJECTS 28,000 Total Projected Property Tax Collection 3,790,722 TOTAL ESTIMATED REVENUE (COAL SEVERANCE FUND) $ 22,980 TOTAL CAPITAL OUTLAY 28,000 Less Assessor Valuation Fund 1.46% 55,345 (Subtracted from regular current expense taxes levied only) TOTAL EXPENDITURES $ 4,921,186 $ 22,980 Net Amount to be Raised by Levy of Property Taxes $3,735,377 ESTIMATED EXPENDITURES General Coal Severance Fund Fund GENERAL GOVERNMENT STATE OF WEST VIRGINIA Hardy County Commission Levy Estimate (Budget) County Commission $1,210,469 $348 HARDY COUNTY, WEST VIRGINIA, WEST VIRGINIA 2016-2017 Fiscal Year County Clerk 353,479 7,224 STATE OF WEST VIRGINIA Circuit Clerk 154,194 0 I, Gregory Ely, CLERK OF THE COUNTY COMMISSION OF SAID COUNTY, DO HEREBY County of Hardy, West Virginia Sheriff - Treasurer 223,160 996 CERTIFY THAT THE FOREGOING ARE TRUE COPIES FROM THE RECORD OF In accordance with Code § 11-8-10, as amended, the Hardy County Commission pro- Prosecuting Attorney 268,832 2,280 ORDERS MADE AND ENTERED BY SAID COMMISSION ON THE 23rd DAY OF MARCH ceeded to make an estimate of the amounts necessary to be raised by levy of taxes for Assessor 270,911 120 2016. the current year, and doth determine and estimate the several amounts to be as follows: Statewide Computer Network 27,819 0 4/6, 4/13 2c

FISCAL YEAR JULY 1, 2016 - JUNE 30, 2017 City Hall 66,907 LEVY ESTIMATE - BUDGET DOCUMENT Other Buildings 10,000 CLASS II STATE OF WEST VIRGINIA Public Works Department 24,383 Real Estate 23,260,030 12.50 29,075 MUNICIPALITY OF Moorefield, WEST VIRGINIA Contingencies 76,642 In accordance with Code § 11-8-14, as amended, the Council proceeded to make an Police Department 565,045 Personal Property 578,284 723 estimate of the amounts necessary to be raised by levy of taxes for the current fiscal year, Fire Department 7,500 Total Class II 23,838,314 29,798 and does determine and estimate the several amounts to be as follows: Dog Warden/Humane Society 11,150 CLASS IV The amount due and the amount that will become due and collectible from every Flood Control/ Soil Conservation 24,150 Real Estate 45,018,800 25.00 112,547 source during the fiscal year INCLUDING THE LEVY OF TAXES, is as follows: Streets and Highways 247,696 24,150 Personal Property 40,417,873 101,045 REVENUE SOURCE Signs and Signals 4,000 Public Utility 5,374,638 13,437 Unassigned Fund Balance 314,689 Local Health Department 2,500 Total Class IV 90,811,311 227,029 Property Taxes - Current Expense 471,228 Parks & Recreation 34,189 Prior Year Taxes 6,000 Visitors Bureau 108,000 Total Value & Projected Revenue 114,649,625 256,827 Supplemental Taxes 22,000 Historical Commission 20,500 Tax Penalties, Interest & Publication Fees 2,000 Library 6,925 Less Delinquencies, Exonerations & Uncollectable Taxes 5.00% 12,841 Gas & Oil Severance Tax 3,500 Beautification Programs 29,000 Less Tax Discounts (use Total Projected Revenue to calculate) 2.00% 4,880 Excise Tax on Utilities 260,000 Aging Program (Senior Citizens) 4,500 Wine & Liquor Tax 40,000 TOTAL ESTIMATED EXPENDITURES $ 1,432,215 $ 24,150 Net Amount to be Raised by Levy for Budget Purposes $239,106 Animal Control Tax 600 MUNICIPALITY OF Moorefield, WEST VIRGINIA Hotel Occupancy Tax 108,000 Regular Current Expense Levy State of West Virginia Fines, Fees & Court Costs 70,000 FISCAL YEAR JULY 1,2016 - JUNE 30, 2017 County of Hardy Parking Violations 100 Municipality of Town of Moorefield Regional Jail Operations Partial Reimbursement 750 Certificate of aluationV I, James R. Freeman II, Recording Officer of said municipality, do hereby certify that Licenses 10,500 Assessed Value Levy Taxes the foregoing and true copies from the record of the orders made and entered by the Building Permit Fees 750 for Tax Purposes Rate/$100 Levied council of the said municipality on the 24th day of March, 2016. Miscellaneous Permits 100 James R. Freeman, City Clerk IRP Fees (Interstate Registration Plan) 10,000 CLASS I 4/6, 4/13 2c Private Liquor Club Fee 3,000 Personal Property 0 12.50 0 Rents, Royalties and Concessions 6,600 Public Utility 0 0 PUBLIC SALE OF Charges to Other Funds 36,148 Total Class I 0 0 AUTOMOBILE OPEN BIDS Gaming Income 13,500 Pursuant to the appropriate provisions of the West Virginia Uniform Commercial Code, Interest Earned on Investments 250 CLASS II the undersigned, Capon Valley Bank, a secured creditor, will sell at Public Sale to the Refunds 2,500 Real Estate 23,260,030 25.00 58,150 highest bidder on: Video Lottery (LVL) 5,000 Personal Property 578,284 1,446 SATURDAY, APRIL 23, 2016 Miscellaneous Revenues 45,000 Total Class II 23,838,314 59,596 AT 10:00 AM TOTAL ESTIMATED REVENUE (GENERAL FUND) 1,432,215 CLASS IV The location of the sale will be at Capon Valley Bank, 2 West Main Street, Wardensville, Real Estate 45,018,800 50.00 225,094 West Virginia. The following vehicles and equipment will be offered: COAL SEVERANCE TAX FUND Personal Property 40,417,873 202,089 YEAR & MAKE MODEL VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER Public Utility 5,374,638 26,873 2005 MAZDA MVP JM3LW28J350532510 REVENUE SOURCE Total Class IV 90,811,311 454,056 2004 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE 1J4GW48S64C147173 Assigned Fund Balance $19,150 2003 MISUBISHI ECLIPSE 4A3AC44G03E002765 Coal Severance Tax 5,000 Total Value & Projected Revenue 114,649,625 513,652 2002 CHRYSLER PT CRUISER 3C4FY58B22T308881 TOTAL ESTIMATED REVENUE (COAL SEVERANCE FUND) $ 24,150 1981 FORD FAIRMONT lFABP21B4BK144826 Less Delinquencies, Exonerations & Uncollectable Taxes 5.00% 25,683 Sealed bids will be accepted up to the date and time of th,e sale at Capon Valley Bank, ESTIMATED CURRENT EXPENDITURES Less Tax Discounts (use Total Projected Revenue to calculate) 2.00% 9,759 Wardensville Office, and same will be opened and announced prior to the commence- General Coal Severance Less Allowance for Tax Increment Financing (if Applicable) 0 ment of the bidding on sale day. Capon Valley Bank reserves the right to: (1) reject any or Fund Fund Total Projected Property Tax Collection 478,210 all bids and (2) continue the sale to any other time and/or place. Less Assessor Valuation Fund 1.46% 6,982 Anyone wishing to inspect any vehicle please contact John Coffman or Wendy Miller Mayor’s Office 4,406 (Subtracted from regular current expense taxes levied only) at (304) 874-3531. All sealed bids should be mailed to: City Council 103,172 Net Amount to be Raised by Levy of Property Taxes $471,228 Capon Valley Bank Recorder’s Office 15,111 ATTN: COLLECTIONS/REPOSSESSIONS Treasurer’s Office 1,317 MUNICIPALITY OF Moorefield, WEST VIRGINIA PO Box 119 City Clerk’s Office 23,552 Excess Levy/Levies Wardensville WV 26851 Police Judge’s Office 13,406 FISCAL YEAR JULY 1, 2016 - JUNE 30, 2017 Bids must be received by 9:00 AM on Saturday, April 23, 2016. Terms of sale shall be City Attorney 1,000 cash on day of sale. Regional Development Authority 1,908 Certificate of aluationV Capon Valley Bank (304)874-3531 Building Inspection 7,633 Assessed Value Levy Taxes 4/13, 4/20 2c Planning & Zoning 10,373 for Tax Purposes Rate/$100 Levied Elections 7,250 Notice The test location will be at the Hardy CLASS I There will be a public test of the Early Courthouse, 204 Washington St., Moore- Personal Property 0 6.25 0 Vote and Election Day Ivotronic & Tabula- field, WV 26836 in the “Planning Office” in Public Utility 0 0 tion equipment on Friday the 22nd day of the Basement. Total Class I 0 0 April, 2016 at 1:00 p.m. 4/13 1c

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George’s of Edinburg, VA will be conducting a Job Fair on April 13 & 20, 27 & May 4 at the WorkForce WV Career Center at: 151 Robert C Byrd Industrial Park Road, Ste. 1, Moorefield, West Virginia 26836 Employment Opportunity The Town of Moorefield is accepting applications for the following full time position. Applications for this position are JOB FAIR available at the Town Office at 206 Winchester Avenue, for Moorefield, West Virginia, 26836 from 9 a.m. until 4 p.m. Production General Labor each weekday. Applications will be accepted until 4 p.m. on Friday, April 15, 2016. Catchers Police Officer - Applicants must be 18 years old or older, CDL possess a high school diploma or GED equivalent, be capable Local & Regional of good oral and written communication skills including proficiency in the use and understanding of computers, and Maintenance must be able to pass a physical training test prior to being Mechanical, Electrical, Refrigeration selected. Applicants must also possess a valid driver’s Entry Level Supervisors license, have a safe driving record, accept responsibility and Prior Supervision experience required have high ethical standards. Applicants must be willing to attend a sixteen week training course in Charleston, WV and PREMIUM PAY FOR LIVE HANGERS AND LIVE CATCHERS! any other training program that may be required. Beginning salary for trainee is $29,536.00 during training and increasing Come to the WorkForce WV Career Center office on Wednesdays from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.and work for the Employer of Choice! to $33,531.00 upon conclusion of training. Applications are being accepted for job openings for 1st, 2nd and 3rd shifts. The Town of Moorefield is an equal opportunity employer. George’s has a competitive benefits package We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, and is a smoke free/drug free workplace. EOE. gender, national origin, or disability. 8B - MOOREFIELD (WV) EXAMINER, Wednesday, April 13, 2016 Business Hardy Telecom Participates in Chamber Corner Family. Cultivating an entrepre- approximately 150 community neurial spirit. Possibilities. Guid- members who gathered to honor Tri-County Fair Barn Project ing our children as they grow. her Dad and the other honorees. Growing up within an atmosphere Thank you, Alan Brill. Thank you Hardy Telecommunications is of doing for others as a way of life, to the unknown person who spon- stepping up to improve opportuni- stepping up for whatever needs taneously led us in singing “Hap- ties for students and other children done. Watching and learning from py Birthday” to her after her Dad to exhibit animals at the Tri-Coun- can also benefit strangers, visitors, our parents and the example they shared it was her choice to attend ty Fair. those just passing through our lives set. Taking care of employees, and celebrate his event rather than The company has donated $400 briefly, we don’t even have to know valuing their contributions. hers. I would be willing to bet that to the Tri-County Fair’s project their names. We can come togeth- One week after the awards for Courtney didn’t know more than to build a new barn at the fair- er without knowing their names if the 7th Annual Chamber Din- 25 people in attendance. We lost grounds. Derek Barr, Hardy’s di- ner were presented and accepted, our cohesive voice on the third we come together with a common rector of customer service and those are the sentiments still res- line when the other 125 or so goal, to share a bit of our journey sales, marketing and human re- onating in my head. I wish I had didn’t know her by name, but we and make our travels lighter and sources, presented the check to recorded those 30-40 minutes so got the message across. brighter. Jessica Wilkins, who sits on the we could have heard those words I remember a long ago psych Thank you to our presenters Fair’s goat committee. again. What a great tribute to the class in college where the prof who so beautifully introduced our “We really appreciate the gen- Hardy County community our var- opened discussion about relation- honorees. Thank you to our three erosity of Hardy Telecommunica- ious guests delivered, addressing ships by asking if you had to love other honorees. American Wood- tions,” Wilkins said. “This goes the spirit that thrives within each someone to have intercourse with mark. Joe Kapp. Fran Welton. a long way toward rewarding our of us to succeed and help others to them. One smart mouth quickly Thank you, Jack, for accepting on children who put so much time and prosper. What a legacy of caring responded you didn’t even have to your wife’s behalf. We thank you effort into their animals.” and sharing we are leaving for our know their name. We can benefit each for sharing your journey with Wilkins explained the reasoning children. Perhaps no greater com- others as we walk this journey to- behind the project to build a new us, giving us the benefit of your en- pliment can be paid to us all than gether, we can benefit our families deavors to make this world a better barn at the fairgrounds in Peters- to recognize Courtney Brill for and our friends, our coworkers, place than you found it. burg. celebrating her 25th birthday with our community, our churches. We Alice Shank, Executive Director “Due to the limited barn/pen (Left to right) Derek Barr, Hardy Telecommunications director of cus- space at the fairgrounds, many ex- tomer service and sales, marketing and human resources, presents hibitors are forced to move their a $400 donation for the Tri-County Fair Barn project to Fair Goat exhibits off the fairground before Committee member Jessica Wilkins. Hardy Telecommunications Selects the completion of the fair. Many hours of hard work go into each as possible, as well as helping to hard work and be recognized.” project, and we feel that all of the Students For D.C. Youth Tour teach a lifelong skill set to the stu- Hardy Telecommunications participants should have the op- dents building the barn as they Hardy Telecommunications is portunity to display their project Inc., a member of the NTCA – The practice their trade,” Wilkins said. sponsoring two local students for for the entire length of the fair,” Rural Broadband Association, is a Barr said Hardy was happy to sup- a free four-day trip to Washington, she said. non-profit cooperative dedicated port the project. D.C., to tour our nation’s capital The material for the barn will to bringing affordable high-defi- and learn about the rural telecom- “Farming and agriculture are be purchased locally, and students nition digital television, local and munications industry. East Hardy absolutely vital to our community, from the nearby South Branch long distance telephone service High Junior, Makayla Perry, and Career and Technical Center will and many of our youth spend an and broadband Internet service to Moorefield High Junior, Hunter build the structure, she said. enormous amount of time prepar- Ayers, have been selected as Har- the citizens of Hardy County. The “We are excited about this op- ing to show animals at the fair. It’s dy’s students for the 2016 Founda- portunity as it will allow the chil- not an easy job,” he said. “They company offers services through tion for Rural Service Youth Tour in dren who have worked so hard should have as much time as pos- Hardy OneNet, Hardy County’s Washington. to raise animals to show as long sible to display the results of their first fiber-to-the-home network. The pair will enjoy sightseeing as well as participate in educational sessions about telecommunications and the governmental processes sur- Makayla Perry Hunter Ayers Local West Virginia Banker rounding the industry, said Derek Memorial, Vietnam Veterans Me- eral rules are passed that leave ru- Barr, Hardy’s director of customer morial, World War II Memorial, ral areas behind or place undue service and sales, marketing and hu- Newseum, U.S. Capitol, Arlington burdensome regulations on smaller man resources. This year’s tour is National Cemetery, Union Station, providers,” he said. “We’d love for Continues as Past Chairman scheduled for June 4-8, and about Iwo Jima Memorial, and Mount these students to become activists William A. Loving, Jr., presi- the Federal Delegate Board and positive impact on Main Street,” 115 students from all over the coun- Vernon. working to ensure a level playing dent and CEO of Pendleton Com- the Nominating and Regulation said ICBA Incoming Chairman try are expected to attend. Barr said the opportunity to meet field for their communities.” munity Bank in Franklin, W.Va., Review committees. Loving is a Rebeca Romero Rainey, chair- “We’re happy to send Hunter and and interact with peers from across Hardy Telecommunications Inc., will continue to serve as past past president of the Community man and CEO of Centinel Bank Makayla to D.C. to meet peers from the country is a key benefit of the a member of the NTCA – The Ru- across the United States,” Barr said. chairman of the board of directors Bankers of West Virginia, where of Taos, N.M. “We are fortunate tour. ral Broadband Association, is a “The tour has a great balance of fun for the Independent Community he currently serves as a board to have such a well-respected “It’s a chance to see what youth non-profit cooperative dedicated activities balanced with educational Bankers of America® (ICBA) for member, Legislative Commit- banker working to help advance from rural areas have in common, to bringing affordable high-defi- sessions where the students meet 2016-17. Loving is also chairman- tee member and PAC chairman. long-standing ICBA initiatives whether they’re from West Virginia nition digital television, local and with the Federal Communications elect of ICBA Consolidated Hold- He has testified before Congress and protect the community bank or Alaska,” he said. long distance telephone service and Commission and members of Con- ings. His new term as past chair- and the Securities and Exchange franchise.” Both Ayers and Perry wrote in broadband Internet service to the gress. They get an idea of the chal- man begins at the conclusion of Commission’s Advisory Commit- ICBA is the only national trade lenges faced by companies like ours their applications that, although citizens of Hardy County. The com- the convention on March 10. tee on Smaller Public Companies association dedicated exclusively trying to bring modern telecommu- they have been to D.C. before, they pany offers services through Hardy “Community banks fuel local on many community banking is- to promoting the interests of lo- nications to rural sparsely-populat- haven’t had the time to tour the city OneNet, Hardy County’s first fiber- economies throughout America sues. He participated in the Fed- cally operated community banks ed areas, but they’re also spending a in depth. Perry said she was interest- to-the-home network by lending to small businesses, eral Deposit Insurance Corp.’s and savings institutions. With great deal of time seeing the historic ed in interacting with students from Established in 1994 by NTCA – creating jobs and helping local (FDIC) Future of Community trusted financial expertise and sites and monuments.” rural areas in other states. the Rural Broadband Association, residents and their families build Banking Conference and has also quality customer service as their Hardy pays all basic expenses for “I like meeting new people and the Foundation for Rural Service strong financial futures,” Loving represented ICBA at the Fed- hallmarks, community banks offer the students, including hotel, meals, experiencing new things,” she said. (FRS) is a non-profit, 501(c)(3) or- said. “It’s my privilege to repre- eral Reserve’s public meeting on the best financial-services option and transportation. Barr said the hope is that the stu- ganization that promotes, educates sent the interests of the nation’s the Home Mortgage Disclosure for millions of consumers, small The agenda for this year’s FRS dents will bring their new knowledge and advocates rural telecom issues community banks and the com- Act, the FDIC’s roundtable on businesses and agricultural enter- Youth Tour has the group visiting back to Hardy County and work to in order to sustain and enhance munities they serve.” deposit insurance and the 24th prises. the Smithsonian Museums, Lincoln improve the quality of living. the quality of life within communi- Loving has served ICBA and Seminar on International Finance The Independent Community Memorial, Korean War Veterans “Far too often it seems that fed- ties throughout rural America. the community banking industry in Tokyo, Japan. Loving current- Bankers of America®, the na- for many years and is a member ly serves on the Federal Reserve tion’s voice for more than 6,000 of the Executive, Policy Devel- Bank of Richmond’s Community community banks of all sizes and Back Up & Recovery Corporation Opens opment and Education commit- Depository Institutions Advisory charter types, is dedicated exclu- tees, board of directors, and an Council. sively to representing the interests The Grant County Develop- Jones. With over 18 years of ex- County Data Center was a strate- ICBA Securities director. He has “Bill is an exceptional commu- of the community banking indus- ment Authority has announced perience in the data hosting busi- gic effort by the Grant County De- also served on the Bylaws, Lend- nity banker who is eager to carry try and its membership through the opening of a new business in ness, they have operated several velopment Authority to attract a ing, Operations and Payments, the community bank message to effective advocacy, best-in-class the Business & Technology Park data centers and are known for new industry base and encourage Congressional Affairs, and ICB- policymakers about the vital role education and high-quality prod- in South Petersburg. Back Up & providing outstanding service to the expansion of fiber connectiv- PAC committees and chaired community banks serve and their ucts and services. Recovery Corporation will offer an exceptional client base. They ity throughout the region. Back colocation and disaster recovery describe Back Up & Recovery Up & Recovery Corporation will services to businesses and con- Corporation as family-owned and be the anchor tenant in provid- sumers from the new, state-of-the- operated. A third member of the ing a more diversified economy. art Grant County Data Center. group, Brandon Coleman, will Ford Motor Company According to Mike Jones, “We “Data centers provide a critical lead the sales team. strongly believe that our business service to all kinds of businesses Following initial set up in the will serve as an excellent econom- from hospitals to schools to fac- new data center, the group plans Announces 2015 President’s ic opportunity and for this reason, tories. So we’re excited to have to rapidly expand operations by Backup and Recovery not only for offering colocation and storage we will be investing substantial Award for Timbrook Ford the jobs they’ll provide and the solutions, hands-on technical sup- capital into the company with the contributions they’ll make to the port, and other innovative tech- goal to stimulate healthy growth By Dennis Fields President’s Award is based on the entire Timbrook Ford staff’s com- state on their own, but also for all nology solutions, while expanding and solidify our presence in the People in our tri-state area have honest unbiased responses of the mitment to giving you the best cus- other businesses they’ll enable to job opportunities to the local area region.” known Timbrook Ford for more people that have been served by tomer experience possible. locate here,” Commerce Secretary in the increasingly vital field of In- For additional information on than eight years as a hard-working Timbrook Ford over the last year. We at Timbrook Ford know you Keith Burdette said. formation Technology and cloud Back Up & Recovery Corpora- dealership with a commitment to The main key to its integrity is the have choices when it comes to pur- Back Up & Recovery Corpora- storage. tion, visit their website at www. customer service and satisfaction. unbiased feeling you, our custom- chasing your next new or used ve- tion is owned by Mike and Chris Construction of the Grant backuprecovery.net. Families in Keyser and surround- ers, shared with Ford Motor Com- hicle, and that is why we take special ing areas such as Cumberland, pany in your survey about your rela- pride in accepting this honor from LaVale, Frostburg, Meyersdale, tionship with Timbrook Ford. Ford Motor Company. What that Moorefield, Petersburg, Romney, The key to that relationship is Pilgrim’s Pride to Host First means is that all of our hard work and many many more have spoken the depth, personalized service you and effort has been on the right up to voice their satisfaction in cus- receive at Timbrook Ford. It is not track and that is putting you our tomer surveys allowing Timbrook just working with the sales team; it customer first. Quarter 2016 Earnings Call Ford in Keyser to achieve Ford is a complete view of your total ex- From our entire staff we want Motor Company’s highest honor, perience. We feel at the core of the Pilgrim’s Pride Corporation an- start time, by accessing the “In- must be logged in via telephone. to thank you. While the President The President’s Award for 2015. 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