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The winning school will be announced on Monday, June 8. The public is invited to vote for their favorite design in this year’s “Paint the Plow” art project. Hosted by the Leesburg Commission on Public Art and Friends of Leesburg Public Arts, this year’s project features the theme, “Leesburg is Out of This World.” Artwork…
Loudoun County Parks, Recreation and Community Services is introducing the Lemonade Stand LIVE Concert Series, a new summer-long lineup of free children’s music performances in parks across the county. These outdoor concerts are designed to sweeten your day and help you squeeze in some family time all summer long. Families are encouraged to bring a…
By Valerie Cury Before the Purcellville Cannons took the field on May 29, players, fans, and community members gathered for a special pregame ceremony celebrating a gift that will have a lasting impact on one of the town’s most treasured landmarks. The ceremony recognized EE Reed East Coast for its generous donation of a brand-new…
Scott and Becky Harris are inviting the community to pull up a chair, enjoy a handcrafted cocktail and experience a refreshed new chapter at Catoctin Creek Distilling Company in downtown Purcellville. The founders of Virginia’s first legal distillery since Prohibition recently announced a major refresh of the distillery’s tasting room experience, complete with expanded hours,…
Join Woodgrove High School on Saturday, May 30, for a fun night as 14 amazing Loudoun County acts compete to win a cash prize. Tickets are $5, the event is open to the public, and concessions will be sold. The first group performs at 5:45 p.m. and will run to about 9:30 p.m. This event…
Ham radio operators from the Sterling Park Amateur Radio Club in Loudoun County will be participating in a national amateur radio exercise for 24 continuous hours beginning at 2 p.m. on Saturday, June 27. This highlights ham radio’s ability to work reliably under any conditions from almost any location and create an independent, wireless communications…
The Town of Leesburg will host its annual Memorial Day Observance on Monday, May 25, at 10 a.m. on the grounds of the Loudoun County Courthouse. The annual observance commemorates those who have lost their lives in battle, serving the United States. Major General (Ret.) James “Spider” Marks will be the distinguished guest speaker. Mayor…
Virginia Delegate David Reid presented Saniya Yamin, a senior at Broad Run High School, with a ceremonial framed copy of House Bill 410 signed by Governor Spanberger on Thursday, May 14. Yamin was presented with the honor after working with Delegate Reid’s office to create and pass HB 410, which requires local school boards to…
DAV (Disabled American Veterans) and RecruitMilitary ® will co-host the National Virtual Veterans Career Fair May 19 from 11a.m. – 3 p.m. Central. The event is free to veterans, their spouses, active-duty military personnel and members of the National Guard and Reserve. More than 61 employers actively seeking the unique talents of America’s veterans will…
Inova Blood Donor Services is experiencing a critical shortage of platelet donations and urgently needs donors to help replenish the supply for patients across the region. Inova is currently managing less than a one-day supply of platelet units to support patient care needs across the health system. Unlike red blood cells, platelets expire in just…