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UPCOMING EVENTS - CRIME REPORT
Amazing Car Crash - Photos June 1, 2008
FREE UNION PARADE JUNE 29th
PREVIOUS NEWS:
Free Union Parade 2007 PHOTOS
It is with a heavy heart that we report that Della Maupin passed away on Wednesday June 6th. Our condolences go out to her family and all those that knew and loved her. |
50th Anniversary
Free Union Christmas Tree Lighting
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Free Union 4th of July Parade 2006
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Channel 29 News vehicle did a live broadcast from the center of Free Union in September 2005 during a tornado watch. No tornado was seen. |
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Free Union 4th of July Parade 2005
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"I came around the corner just past the VDOT station and there he was eating the remains of a slow possum. He flew up over my car and perched in a tree."
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This letter was recently discovered by local Free Union Crime Watch deputies. It was delivered anonymously in a residents mailbox WITHOUT postage. This is a violation of Federal Law Title 39 and carries a fine of $500.00 per occurrence. Free Union forensic experts are working to determine the source of the letter. A local hand writing expert has been consulted and we are certain the source will be exposed. We have eliminated all dog owners, reducing the pool of perps to just a few. More info on this as the evidence reveals. |
Free Union Crime Stoppers™ were once again called to action when a brazen burglar smashed and entered the store in the early morning hours. Two units caught the action. The vehicle was a dark Mercedes convertible. Perp attempted to enter the store by unscrewing the light bulb on the back loading dock and drilling thru the back garage door. When that failed to produce results, they attempted (and failed) to smash thru the front door which was replaced in 2004, after another break in (see below). The new tempered version didn't break and the now frustrated criminal broke thru the front glass window and climbed in , leaving a perfect boot print. Forensics are working on identifying the boot and it's owner. Sadly unit one, once again failed to arrive on scene in time to catch the thief or see the perp. They did however shoot the detailed photos that we are certain will lead authorities to an arrest soon. Free Union Crime Stoppers is offering a $100,000 BAR for information leading to the arrest of this person.
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November 14, 2004 Thieves made another bold night time robbery at the Maupin Store in Free Union. At 2:30am robbers shattered the glass front door and entered the store. The target of the classic "smash and grab" robbery appeared to be cigarettes and the always valuable and easy to turn over $100,000 Candy Bars. It appeared the vehicle was parked to the right of the store and upon driving off leaked a large amount of fluid. It didn't appear to be water. Anyone with information or other help can contact F.U.C.S at this email address. |
October 14, 2003
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A large gust front moved thru Free Union June 6th, 2002. It brought down the large Red Maple in town. Half of Free Union Road was blocked until VDOT came by and cleared the brush from the road. |
Thanks to Kevin Mitchell l(above photo left) and Paul Showalter for helping Mark Neisser (above photo right) clear the tree. The house was spared by steel cables installed after the Neissers purchased the property. |
SPRINT DSL
UPDATE(This update posted Sept. 4, 2004)
I have Sprint™ DSL running at my house! They were very helpful on the phone helping me set it up . THANK YOU SPRINT!!!!!!!!!! The wait is over. Free Union is now in the 21st century.
(This update posted August 30, 2004)
I logged onto the http://sprintdsl.com web site this am and was told DSL IS AVAILABLE. I ordered it and am told my account will be up Friday. I find this hard to believe and will keep you posted.
(This update posted August 14, 2004)
Here is a DSL alternative for DSL if Sprint continues to drag it's feet.
Greg Kelly at CVEC (gkelly@forcvec.com) the other day:
"We haven't set a schedule for BPL deployment beyond the market pilot area of Colleen and Martins Store (substations). Our intent is to extend broadband throughout our distribution system but we are the first rural utility to offer the service so we have no historical data. Logistics and scheduling are therefore difficult to predict with any certainty. If all goes well with the initial deployment and CVEC decides to proceed with rapid deployment utilizing multiple crews, then we could be working in your area sometime next year. I am sorry that I cannot be more specific today but should be able to offer something definite within the next 60 days."
(This update posted August 4, 2004)
July 30th has come and gone and it's no surprise there is no DSL. The equip is all ready now we are waiting on the paperwork. September 30th. Don't hold your breath.
(This update posted JUNE 2, 2004)
After reports of lots of activity at the new DSL box from our DSL patrol I check with Sprint for a update. Sprint engineers in Cville report a date of July 30th.
(This update posted May 27, 2004)
The 1st Quarter of 2004 has come and gone and still no DSL. However, progress has been made. The optical cable has been run to the switcher box across from the Brethren Church in Free Union and a new DSL ready switcher box has been installed. Our inside source tells us that we are looking at a realistic August 31st date.
There is a ray of hope on the DSL situation. After finally reaching someone helpful in SPRINT CUSTOMER SERVICE that actually knows what is going on, we have a tentative time schedule for DSL.
In the 1st Quarter of 2004 they have funding approved to run the fiber optic cable needed to use DSL to the local station by the Brethren Church in Free Union (THIS HAS HAPPENED). Then in the 2nd Quarter of 2004 (April) they have plans (if funding is approved) to install the equipment at that station to upgrade it for DSL.
FreeUnion.com would like to thank SPRINT for giving us the first helpful information. Check here for more updates and info as it becomes available.
We have been promised DSL by Sprint but still no results. FreeUnion.com is starting a letter writing campaign to draw attention to our cause. We have had over 50 signatures on our DSL petition. WRITE
A LETTER MAIL TO:This address was given to us by SPRINT
but all letters sent there have been returned!!! USE THIS ADDRESS: Sprint Charlottesville |
A Free Union resident just got this in the mail. We checked the Sprint web site to see if they are actually doing DSL here....and the answer is NO!
May 8, 2002
Good news - Sprint FastConnect DSL service is now available to more of our local customers than ever. As we continue to extend our service, we wanted to let you know that you live in an area in which recent Sprint FastConnect DSL expansion has occurred. Simply call 1-800-SPRINT DSL and talk to one of our representatives to find out whether the benefits of Sprint FastConnect DSL are available to you.
And those benefits are numerous!
For example, if you sign up by July 31, 2002 you'll receive FREE use of a DSL modem, FREE self-installation, a $50 rebate,* plus a FREE month of service.
Experience the Internet at lightning-fast speeds.
What used to take hours with dial-up only takes seconds with Sprint FastConnect DSL. And now that it's available to you, you can watch streaming videos, download files and view the latest information in no time at all. Plus, with Sprint FastConnect DSL, you'll get two lines in one - which means you can talk and surf at the same time!Receive a special limited-time offer.
Sign up today and you'll receive a special introductory offer:
• FREE use of a DSL modem
• FREE self-installation
• $50 rebate
• One FREE month of service (after activation and handling charges)
There couldn't be a better time to try it.
Try Sprint FastConnect DSL today and leave dial-up in the dust. But hurry, this limited-time offer won't last. Call 1-800-SPRINT DSL or visit sprint.com/dsl and receive a FREE webcam or DVD player when you purchase online.Sincerely,Jennifer Thorn
FastConnect Marketing Manager
August 20, 2002
We are trying to get DSL to Free Union. There were over 50 signatures on the Post Office Petition.
Thank you for your interest in Sprint FastConnect¡ DSL, Sprint's high-speed Internet connection. We received your petition listing the local interest in DSL. All of the petitioners' phone numbers (or access lines) have been checked for availability. All are within the areas served by the Charlottesville Main and Charlottesville North central offices. These central offices do have DSL equipment deployed. Your specific access lines, however, do not qualify for DSL because they are behind Digital Loop Carriers (or DLCs.) Currently DLCs do not support DSL. Technology to provide DSL service over DLCs is being tested. We will contact you as soon as a DSL solution becomes available in your neighborhood. In the meantime, you might consider Integrated Services Digital Network (or ISDN) high-speed Internet connection, an alternative high-speed option that is possibly available.
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A historic building in Free Union is in the process of being saved from the elements and gravity. Local Doctor, Bruce Campbell has completed the leveling and a new foundation to the old Harris Store aka(Free Union Community Hall). The building was brought up 4 inches on one side and cables were added to pull in the bulging walls.
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On Friday, Dec. 3rd 2004 a bald eagle was seen on Free Union Road
CRIME WATCH • dateline May 5, 2008
November 21, 2007 4:20am
