Community

Loudoun Habitat for Humanity to host fourteenth annual Raise the Roof Gala

February 25, 2025

Loudoun Habitat for Humanity is pleased to announce its annual Raise the Roof Gala to help raise money for Habitat Humanity’s new construction projects and home repair program. The elegant black-tie event will be held on March 1 st from 6 to 11 p.m. at the Westfields Marriott in Chantilly. Join Loudon Habitat for Humanity…

55th Annual Bluemont Fair seeks poster/T-shirt design

February 20, 2025

Organizers of the 55th Annua Bluemont Fair, Sept. 20 and 21, in historic Western Loudoun County, invite artists of all ages and abilities to submit designs for consideration for this year’s unique Poster and T-shirt. The theme for 2025 is the 200th anniversary of the Snickersville Academy. Built in 1825 the charming log structure, which…

Loudoun County Transit offers variety of transportation options

February 11, 2025

Loudoun County reminds commuters that Loudoun County Transit and the Metrorail Silver line service are cost-effective alternatives to driving alone to work and connecting to worksites that are located east of the county, particularly to points in and around Washington, DC, including Rosslyn, Crystal City and the Pentagon. Loudoun County Transit services include a variety…

Inova Loudoun Hospital hosting Stop the Bleed™ workshops

February 11, 2025

As part of the national Stop the Bleed® campaign, the Inova Virts Miller Family Emergency and Trauma Center at Inova Loudoun Hospital is hosting a free, in-person workshop on Tuesday, March 4, and Tuesday, April 8 from 5 to 7 p.m. This free course is designed for community members who may find themselves at the scene…

Loudoun surplus auction features tools, vehicles and more

February 11, 2025

If you’re looking ahead to spring and enjoying a meal outdoors, the current Loudoun County surplus auction may have what you’re looking for: picnic tables. The online auction also features tools; a variety of computers, including desktops, laptops and Panasonic Toughbooks; and several vehicles, including a RAM 1500 pickup truck. Other items include a snow…

“If I Were Mayor” essay contest open for Leesburg’s 7th & 8th grade students

February 7, 2025

The Town of Leesburg invites local 7th and 8th grade students to enter the Virginia Municipal League’s “If I Were Mayor” essay contest. Students are asked to identify a problem within their community, gather feedback from community members, and offer a proposed solution, which must be presented in a typed essay between 300 and 500…

Middleburg Humane Foundation hires Matthew Galati

February 7, 2025

The Middleburg Humane Foundation, a 501(c)3 nonprofit animal rescue organization, has hired Matthew Galati, DVM as full-time veterinarian. Galati brings more than 14 years of experience as a full-time practitioner, skilled surgeon and manager with extensive emergency experience. He has also trained numerous interns in high-quality, high-volume spay/neuter techniques and has provided handling, care and medicine…

The Community Foundation invites scholarships application

February 4, 2025

The Community Foundation for Loudoun and Northern Fauquier Counties is now accepting applications for its 2025 scholarship cycle. The Community Foundation serves as stewards for multiple scholarships funds, each with unique requirements and focus. Last year, the Community Foundation awarded $28,000 in scholarships. Established by community donors, each scholarship fund has a specific area of…

Panera Bread opens in Purcellville on Feb. 5

February 4, 2025

Panera Bread to open on Wednesday, Feb. 5, in Purcellville. The new bakery-cafe will be opening its doors at 1210 Wolf Rock Drive and the hours are 6 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday through Sunday. The new location will employ 55-60 people. While the new location marks the first Panera in Purcellville, it joins 5 other locations in Loudon…

Bluemont Fair announces winner of 2024 juried crafts

January 30, 2025

Organizers of the Bluemont Fair have announced the selection of Amy Oliver of Monkeytown Pottery, located in Airmont, as Juried Crafts Winner of the 54th Annual Bluemont Fair. The prize for winning Juried Crafts is complimentary display space at the 55th Annual Bluemont Fair, to be held Sept. 20 & 21, a very large Blue…