Blue Ridge Leader

Gilbert’s Corner

September 30, 2020

BY TIM JONIt’s imperative – it seems to me – that, as you head into a crossroads, you possess some type of knowledge or desire regarding your destination or chosen direction upon exiting this physical transition. I guess in simpler (Yogi Berra-inspired) terms – “When you come to a fork in the road, take it.”…

Divorce rates spike after COVID-19: some tips for couples

September 30, 2020

By Michael Oberschneider, Psy.D.   COVID-19 has had a profoundly negative impact on many married couples.The combination of working from home, virtual learning for our children, social distancing, financial hardship, stress, less quality time to relate, illness or the deaths of a loved one, etc., has been difficult for a lot of people with divorce…

Loudoun to hold virtual public meeting Oct. 5 on Aldie Fire & Rescue Station

September 30, 2020

Loudoun County is hosting an online public meeting to share information about the Aldie Fire and Rescue station project Monday, Oct. 5, from 6 – 7:30 p.m. The meeting will be conducted by the Department of Transportation and Capital Infrastructure and the Loudoun County Combined Fire and Rescue System. Members of the public are invited…

Four reasons you may want to convert to a Roth IRA

September 30, 2020

Market volatility this year may have prompted you to review your investment plans, including your retirement goals. As you look at them, you may want to consider converting from a traditional IRA to a Roth IRA.  Roth IRAs possess characteristics that make them generally attractive planning tools; for example, they are not subject to required…