Community

BeLocal Loudoun County proudly celebrated its official launch Sept. 27 with a ribbon-cutting ceremony at the Loudoun County Chamber of Commerce. The event brought together community leaders, enthusiastic supporters, and dedicated sponsors, all eager to learn how BeLocal is fostering a sense of belonging and connections throughout Loudoun County. Led by Traci Pasqualone, a seasoned…

The Virginia Valley Vipers have selected Darien Almond as the teams next Head Coach. Almond is a graduate of Potomac Falls High School and is currently on staff as the Head JV Coach as well as an assistant on Varsity for Potomac Falls. “I am incredibly excited to announce my new role as the Head…

Loudoun County will host an electronics recycling event Saturday, Oct. 5, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m., at the Leesburg Park and Ride, 41951 Gourley Transit Drive in Leesburg. Fees will be charged for televisions, computer monitors and hard drive destruction services (upon request). Only credit cards will be accepted; no cash, no checks. Items Accepted…

The Academies of Loudoun will present the 36th annual Leesburg Car Show on Saturday, Oct. 5, from12 to 4 p.m., in downtown Leesburg. Historically, the Leesburg Car Show has placed an emphasis on displaying “classic” cars (25+ years). While all high-quality vehicles are welcome to participate (regardless of age), only classic class cars will be…

Beginning Monday, Sept. 30, the basketball court at Rotary Park (22 North Street NE) will be closed for the removal and installation of two new basketball goals followed by court resurfacing. The project is expected to be completed by Wednesday, Oct. 9. Anyone with questions is encouraged to email Assistant Director of the Parks and…

Tree of Life Ministries has announced the inaugural “Race With a Cause” 5K, set for Oct. 19 at 8 a.m. at Patrick Henry College. The event aims to bring the community together to raise critical funds for Tree of Life’s Shelter Branch, including its transitional housing programs which address the growing housing crisis in Loudoun County.…

Loudoun County offers ongoing mental health education and substance abuse prevention trainings. All trainings are free, but seats are limited and registration is required, with the exception of Rapid REVIVE! The schedule of upcoming classes for October is as follows: Adverse Childhood Experiences TrainingAdverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) training aims to raise awareness of the impact of potentially…

On Saturday, Oct. 26 from 4-8:30 p.m., Discover Purcellville will be hosting the 13th Annual Purcellville Halloween Party in the Woods (formally known as Purcellville Halloween Block Part). It is located in Dillon’s Woods at Fireman’s Field. Said Michael Oaks of Discover Purcellville, “Moving to Dillon’s Woods gave us more space, with plenty of parking,…

The Virginia Dental Association has announced its new Board of Directors leadership for 2024-2025. Dr. Justin Norbo of Purcellville is President, Dr. Marlon Goad of Hillsville is President-Elect and Dr. Cindy Southern of Pulaski is Secretary-Treasurer.   Dr. Norbo is from Loudoun County and a graduate of Hampden-Sydney College and the Virginia Commonwealth University School of Dentistry. His…

The National Steeplechase Association, the national governing body for jump racing, has revoked the sanction for the 2024 International Gold Cup to run at Great Meadow and deemed the Great Meadow race course to be “in disrepair and unsafe.” Both the International Gold Cup (fall race) and the Virginia Gold Cup (spring) are held by…