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NEWS COMMUNITY LOCAL EDITOR: WILLIAM RAMSEY, 540.2 13.9182 A Back to School Safety Be alert and watch out for small are often are unpredictable Always stop for a school patrol officer or crossing guard holding up a stop sign allow them space to safely enter and exit the bus FUNERAL HOME CREMATION CENTER AustinTyler Bennington ,19, Services: FuneralHomeand Crematory. RobertLewisHottel Services: CoGmanFuneral HomeandCrematory. JoyElizabethRhodes Sandy Services: FuneralHome. GeorgeWilliam ShiAet Services: CoGmanFuneral HomeandCrematory. Services Followingaredeathnotices andfuneralservice informationprovidedby areafuneralhomes: CommunityHealthand Rehab.

CoffmanFuneralHome willannouncecomplete arrangements. Condolencesmaybe expressedtothefamily onlineatwww.coffman funeralhome.net. RobertLewis Hottel GeorgeWilliamShif- formerlyofBarrenridge RoadpassedawaySat- AugustaHealthinFish- ersville. CoffmanFuneralHome pletearrangements. Condolencesmaybe expressedtothefamily onlineatwww.coffman funeralhome.net.

GeorgeWilliam Shifflet AustinTylerBenning- inGreenville. Mr.Benningtonwas asonofRichardWilliam andLoriAnn(Bryant) Bennington. AustinattendedWhite HillChurchofthe BrethrenandMarlbrook BaptistChurch.Hewas employedasanHVAC ApprenticeforMoores ElectricandMechanical inAltivistaandformerly workedatSaucedand Mrs.Rowe’sRestaurant. Sportswereanimpor- tleleaguefootballand baseball.Heattended BlueRidgeCommunity Collegeandwasa2014 graduateofRiverheads HighSchoolwherehe playedvarsityfootball, Austinwasamemberof spendingtimewithhis friends. Mr.Benningtonwas precededindeathbyhis paternalgrandparents, JohnAllenandNannie VirginiaBennington.

Survivinginadditionto hisparentsisabrother, DerrickHunterBen- ningtonallofStaunton; maternalgrandparents, WalterBryantJr.andhis wifeJosephineofGreen- villeandLorraineAre- hartandherhusband TonyofStuartsDraft; cousinsandcountess friendsalsosurvive. Thefamilywillreceive manFuneralHomeand Crematoryandother timesattheresidence. ACelebrationofLife a.m.Wednesday,August FuneralHomeChapelby PastorDavidChappell. Honorarypallbearers willbeB.J.Williams, andJakeLeonard. Itissuggestedthose desiringmakememo- rialcontributionstothe WoundedWarriorProj- Florida32252ortheDis- 20850.

CoffmanFuneralHome isinchargeofhisar- rangements. Condolencesmaybe expressedtothefamily onlineatwww.coffman funeralhome.net. AustinTylerBennington JoyElizabethRhodes athomeinLouisville, afteralongcourageous battlewithcancer.Joy thedaughterofthelate JosephF.andNellieGar- berRhodes.Shegrewup intheSmithCreekarea, andgraduatedfromNew MarketHighSchooland businessschoolinWin- chester.OnAugust27, wardA.Sandy,ofWey- ersCave.Joyworkedas abookkeeperatseveral businessesintheShen- andoahValleyuntil movingwithherfamily responsibleforseveral administrativedutiesat LoganLavelleHuntin Louisville. Joywillberemembered asalovinganddevoted andgreat-grandmother; daughterandathought- fulsister.Joywillbe greatlymissedbymany whoknewandrelied uponherasatrustedand loyalfriend.Joyenjoyed itinghergoodfriends, especiallywatchingthe UniversityofLouisville competitions.Asayoung woman Jo wasanavid softballplayerandshe continuedherloveof sportsthroughouther life.Shetookgreatde- lightandcomfortinher longtimesupporterof theHumaneSocietyof Kentucky. Inadditiontoherpar- indeathbyaninfant ersBlairRhodesand BynoRhodes.Joyissur- vivedbyherhusbandEd- rynHopeSandy(Irma Esparza-Sandy)ofEl Howser(DavidHowser) EdwardA.SandyII (PamelaGrimm)ofPort alsosurvivedby7grand- childrenandtwogreat- grandchildren.

Thefamilywillreceive visitorsatTheisFuneral HomeinNewMarket, VAbetween6and8pm memorialservicewillbe gust11that2pmatSt. asksthatdonationsbe directedtothelocalHu- maneSocietyofchoice JoyElizabethRhodesSandy Obituaries About this service: Obituaries are placed by family and friends in memory of their loved ones. For rates and deadlines, contact our Customer Service Department at 540-885-7281 or email STAUNTON Program planned at library Staunton Public Library, 1Church- ville will host Virginia Untold: aking History Projects at 2 p.m. Aug. 1 7.

Library of Virginia staff members ill talk about the collection of documents relating to the African-American experience in Virginia before the Civil War and how individuals can add to the aking History: Transcribe database, hich allows the public to add to the irginia Untold project. Attendees can practice transcribing on computers that will be provided. Sign up for this free program at the library or call 3323902 to register. Church to distribute food Allen Chapel AME Church, 936 Sudbury will distribute food from 5 to 6 Thursday. Participants must bring apicture identification.

Enter the church on the lower west side of the building. Jazz in the Park continues Dixie Power Trio will perform dur- i ng the next Jazz in the Park from 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday at Gypsy Hill Park. Concessions will be available. CRAIGSVILLE Fire department to sell chicken Craigsville Fire Department will sell barbecued chicken dinners at 4 p.m.

Saturday. The cost of the meal is $10 a nd will include two sides, drink and essert. Chicken halves also will be a vailable for purchase. Local delivery will be available. For more information, call 997-9191.

Community news MONDAY, AUGUST 8 Discover Tech: Engineers Make a World of Difference, an interactive, multi-media exhibit that shows how engineers solve problems with high- and low-tech tools. Waynesboro Public Library, 600 S. Wayne Waynesboro. Free. Heifetz at Temple House: Noon.

Question-and- answer session with Heifetz International Music Institute students. The public can learn about hamber music rehearsals as students practice and perform on stage. Admission: Free. Temple House of Israel, 15 N. Market Staunton.

www.heifet- zinstitute.org Knitting (Not Just) by the Book: 7 p.m., Percy illson Program Room, ground floor. An informal gathering of knitters, would-be knitters and cro- cheters. Bring needles and yarn. Free. Staunton Public Library, 1Churchville Staunton.

3323902 Live glassblowing: Daily until 4 p.m. Watch artists ransform hot glass into colorful vases, ornaments, paperweights and more. Sunspots, 202 S. Lewis Staunton. 885-0678, www.sunspots.com onday at the Movies: 2 and 7 p.m.

with William Holden and Gloria Swanson will be shown. The evening showing includes a brief introduction to the film and an optional post-film discussion led by Classic Cinema Club. Doors open one hour prior for refreshments. Admission: Pay what you will. Wayne Theatre, Ross Performing Arts Center, 521W.

Main Waynesboro. 943-9999, www.waynetheatre.org One-on-one tech help: 2-4 p.m. Get help with the Internet, computers, mobile devices, e-readers and more. Advance registration required. Augusta County Library, 3714 Churchville Ave, Churchville.

885-3961 Revival: 7 p.m. With guests, the Rev. Alice Rose of Mount Pleasant Baptist Church and the Mount Salem Male Choir (Monday,) the Rev. Louis F. Grandberry of Beulah Baptist Church and the eulah Gospel Choir (Tuesday) and the Rev.

Lewis L. rooks of Morning Star Baptist Church and The Blair Family (Wednesday.) Community Baptist hurch, 106 Stagecoach Road, Mint Spring. Senior activities: 8:30 a.m., adult learning; 9:15 a.m., SAIL Fitness; 9:45 a.m., local shopping; 10:30 a Scrabble; 12:15 p.m., short story; 2 p.m., quilters group. Staunton Senior Center, 300 Churchville Staunton. 886-4634 Stonewall Brigade Band concert: 8 p.m., at the gazebo.

Rain or shine. Bring a lawn Bring a picnic, or concessions available. Free. Gypsy Hill Park, 600 Churchville Staunton. www.sto- newallbrigadeband.com WPL Knitters: 4 p.m.

Knitters are invited to bring materials and socialize. Waynesboro Public Library, 600 S. Wayne Waynesboro. 942-6746 TUESDAY, AUGUST 9 AARP meeting: Noon, Gypsy Hill Chapter 3972 lunch meeting. Reservations not required.

Open to the public. Mrs. Restaurant, 74 Rowe Road, Staunton. 248-1817 Adult color therapy: 2 p.m. For people who want create, relax and de-stress.

Materials provided. Waynesboro Public Library, 600 S. Wayne Waynesboro. 942-6746 Augusta Toastmasters: p.m. For people ages 18 and older who want to develop public speaking and leadership skills in a supportive, encouraging environment.

Also open to visitors. (Occasional meetings at 7:30 p.m.) United Way of Greater Augusta, 24 Idlewood Suites 106-112, Fishersville. Behind-the-scenes tour: 2 p.m. Guided one-hour our. In addition to the regular museum exhibits, see the Manse, the Pierce Arrow limousine and unique items from the collections.

Admission: $40. oodrow Wilson Presidential Library and Museum, 18 N. Coalter Staunton. www.woodrowwilso- n.org Community workday: 4-7 p.m. The public is invited to learn about the farm, mingle with fellow community members and grow food.

Family- friendly environment. Virginia School for the Deaf and the Blind, Allegheny Mountain Institute Farm, 100 Old New Hope Road, Staunton. www.alleghe- nymountaininstitute.org Discover Tech: Engineers Make a World of Difference, an interactive, multi-media exhibit that shows how engineers solve problems with high- and low-tech tools. Waynesboro Public Library, 600 S. Wayne Waynesboro.

Free. rab-a-book get-together: 10 a.m., Percy Willson Program Room. Informal book-based program for babies, toddlers and preschoolers. Free. Staunton ublic Library, 1Churchville Staunton.

3323902, www.stauntonlibrary.org Live glassblowing: Daily until 4 p.m. Watch artists ransform hot glass into colorful vases, ornaments, paperweights and more. Sunspots, 202 S. Lewis Staunton. 885-0678, www.sunspots.com Lunchtime yoga: 1p.m.-1:45 p.m.

Vinyasa-style practice focusing of physical postures and conscious breath. All skill levels invited. Wear loose comfortable clothing. Bring water and a yoga mat if you have one. Cost: $25 per month.

Registration required. Waynesboro Public Library, 600 S. Wayne Waynesboro. 942-6735 Praise in the Park: 7 p.m. Featuring performances by Tina Persinger Jonathan King and Mountain Band.

Hamburgers, hot dogs, funnel cakes, chips, ice cream, popcorn, soft drinks and water available. Bring a lawn chair. Presented by Linden Heights Baptist Church. Gypsy Hill Park, 600 Churchville Staunton. 886-1138, www.linden- heightsbaptistchurch.org Revival: 7 p.m.

With guests, the Rev. Louis F. Grandberry of Beulah Baptist Church and the Beulah Gospel Choir (Tuesday) and the Rev. Lewis L. Brooks of Morning Star Baptist Church and The Blair Family (Wednesday.) Community Baptist Church, 106 Stagecoach Road, Mint Spring.

Senior activities: 9 a.m., clothing swap; 9:45 a.m., tai chi; 10:30 a.m., corner store; 12:15 p.m., community conversation; 1p.m., Bridge Club. Staunton enior Center, 300 Churchville Staunton. Stars of Tomorrow concert: p.m. Solo performances presented by Heifetz International usic Institute students, accompanied by the piano faculty. Suggested donation: $5.

Mary Baldwin College, Francis Auditorium, 227 E. Frederick Staunton. West End Alliance: 6:30 p.m. Open to the public. Park in the lot at West Beverley and Hays.

Marquis Memorial United Methodist Church, 1614 W. Beverley Staunton. WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 10 Anime Club: 3:45 p.m., second-floor meeting room. Middle- and high-school students can watch episodes of the latest anime, talk about their favorite manga and enjoy Japanese treats. Free.

Staunton Public Library, 1Churchville Staunton. 332-3902 iscover Tech: Engineers Make a World of Difference, an interactive, multi-media exhibit that shows how engineers solve problems with high- a nd low-tech tools. Waynesboro Public Library, 600 S. Wayne Waynesboro. Free.

Live glassblowing: Daily until 4 p.m. Watch artists ransform hot glass into colorful vases, ornaments, paperweights and more. Sunspots, 202 S. Lewis Staunton. 885-0678, www.sunspots.com North Augusta Market: Noon-5 p.m.

Local eggs, meat, bread, vegetables, fruit, baked goods, flowers, potted plants, jams, jellies and more. Augusta County Government Center, 18 Government Center Lane, Verona. (804) 690-3369 Revival: 7 p.m. With guests, the Rev. Lewis L.

Brooks of Morning Star Baptist Church and The Blair Family. Community Baptist Church, 106 Stagecoach Road, Mint Spring. Senior activities: 8:30 a.m., adult learning; 9:15 a.m. SAIL Fitness; 9:30 a.m., Canasta Club; 10:30 a.m., Christian Fellowship or table games; 12:15 p.m., Verona Farmers Market of creating Butterfly Hugs. Staunton Senior Center, 300 Churchville Staunton.

Staunton Augusta Market: 7 a.m.-1 p.m. Producer-only market with farm-fresh foods, baked goods, plants and other items. Wharf parking lot, Johnson and Lewis streets, Staunton. www.localharvest.org/staunton-farmers-market SWAG Writers open-mic night: p.m. The Staunton Augusta Waynesboro Group of Writers.

Bring five minutes of poetry or prose to read, or just listen. Black Swan Books and Music, 1E. Beverl ey Staunton. 324-0294 THURSDAY, AUGUST 11 Behind-the-scenes tour: 2 p.m. Guided one-hour our.

In addition to the regular museum exhibits, see the Manse, the Pierce Arrow limousine and unique items from the collections. Admission: $40. Woodrow Wilson Presidential Library and Museum, 18 N. Coalter Staunton. www.woodrowwilso- n.org Bridgewater Farmers Market: 3-7 p.m.

Generations Park, 412 N. Main Bridgewater. Computer basics: 6 p.m. How to start and turn off acomputer, how to use the mouse and keyboard and other simple tasks. Advance registration required.

Augusta County Library, 1759 Jefferson Highway, Fishersville. 885-3961, 949-6354 Dinner with The Coachmen: 6-9 p.m. The menu will include turkey, dressing, gravy, green beans, ashed potatoes, rolls and a dessert bar. Cost: $10 for adults, free for children younger than 10. Nursery provided.

Donations will be accepted for the roup. Greenville United Methodist Church, Main Street, Greenville. 337-3525 Introduction to Microsoft Word: 10 a.m. Free. egister.

Waynesboro Public Library, 600 S. Wayne Waynesboro. 942-6746 Events calendar HILLSIDE, N.J. A olocaust survivor who along with his brother founded one of the largest real estate evelopment firms has ied. Joseph Wilf was 91.

ilf died Wednesday at home in Hillside, New Jersey. The death was announced by the innesota Vikings, who a re owned by sons, ygi and Mark. oseph Wilf was born in Jaroslaw, Poland. When World War II started, he was deported to a Siberian abor camp with his broth- Harry, and their pare nts. All four survived, though the daughter, Bella, died in the Warsaw ghetto.

Holocaust survivor Joseph Wilf dies ASSOCIATED PRESS NASHVILLE- Jane Eskind, the first woman to win a statewide election in Tennessee a nd a longtime Demo- ratic Party activist, as died. She was 83. aty Varney, a fam- i ly spokeswoman, said Eskind died Thursday a fter a long illness. Eskind was elected to the Public Service Commission in 1980. She had unsuccessful bids for U.S.

Senate and governor over the years and in 1994, she became the first woman to chair the Tennessee Democratic Party. I 2011, she received a Lifetime Achievement Award from the American Civil Liberties Union for her leadership in advancing the role of women in politics and changing the political landscape in Tennessee. Eskind was born and raised in Louisville, Kentucky. She settled in Nashville in 1 956. Tenn.

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