From Fredericksburg VA-
There was good news and bad news yesterday for Culpeper about Tuesday's earthquake.
The good news was that St. Stephen's Episcopal Church sanctuary, which dates to 1821, is repairable.
The bad news was that one historic Main Street building-- possibly two--will need to be torn down.
In addition, a small restaurant in a converted alleyway between the two unstable structures also will be razed.
According to Bob Orr, head of the Culpeper County's building department, St. Stephen's sanctuary has cracks in its walls, but engineers should be able to find ways to make necessary structural repairs.
The Levy Building (the former Ritz Hi-Hat Restaurant) on North Main Street was not so lucky. Inspections yesterday confirmed what officials initially feared: The circa 1858, two-story structure cannot be saved.
More here-
http://fredericksburg.com/News/FLS/2011/082011/08252011/647589
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