Community

Public survey on Brandon Park Playground design now open

April 9, 2024

A survey to gather feedback on the design of a new playground structure at Brandon Park is now open. Following three public input sessions held at the playground on April 4, 5, and 6, the online survey is another tool the Parks & Recreation Department is utilizing as it considers next steps on the playground’s…

Celebrate Independent Bookstore Day on April 27

April 9, 2024

Fifteen independent bookstores across Northern Virginia, Frederick, MD, and Wardensville, WV are partnering on a special Passport program to celebrate Independent Bookstore Day 2024. The Passport will introduce book lovers to more of our region’s growing bookstore scene, and offer them a way to celebrate with their favorites. Each store will be celebrating on Saturday,…

Leesburg unveils inaugural Flower & Garden Week celebration

April 9, 2024

Leesburg has announced the launch of its inaugural Flower & Garden Week, which will take place from Saturday, April 13 to Sunday, April 21. During the week-long event, residents and visitors can look forward to a diverse range of activities and promotions, that highlight the beauty of spring, as the Town prepares for the 34th annual Flower…

LC-CFRS shares important spring-cleaning safety tips

April 6, 2024

As warmer weather approaches, it is a perfect opportunity to tackle spring cleaning and projectsaround the house. As you clean, please remember some important safety recommendations fromthe Loudoun County Combined Fire and Rescue System. Around the house For an electronic and mobile friendly spring-cleaning safety checklist,visit SafeWise. Get additional fire prevention and life safety information by…

Hospitals facing critical shortage of blood

April 6, 2024

This week, hospitals are facing a critical shortage of blood, especially type O, due to increased usage in treating patients with critical injuries. Your donation of any blood type, but particularly those with type O blood, could be the vital support these patients require. By donating, you directly impact lives and help replenish the blood…

Disability Resource and Employment Fair Set for May 3 in Sterling

April 6, 2024

The Loudoun County Disability Services Board, The Arc of Loudoun and the Loudoun County Workforce Resource Center will co-host a Disability Resource and Employment Fair, Friday, May 3, 2024, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m., at Claude Moore Recreation & Community Center, 46105 Loudoun Park Lane, Sterling. The free event is intended to highlight a wide variety…

Solar Eclipse, April 8 – Where to Watch with Loudoun PRCS

April 4, 2024

Join Loudoun County Department of Parks, Recreation and Community Services (PRCS) to witness the rare solar eclipse on Monday, April 8, 2024. PRCS facilities and parks are celebrating this historic day across the county with free viewing events for all ages. All PRCS event sites will include free eclipse safety glasses (while supplies last). Monday,…

Environmental Commission honors Environmental Excellence Award Winners

April 4, 2024

The Loudoun County Environmental Commission has announced the winners of its annual Environmental Excellence Awards, which honor individuals, businesses, nonprofit organizations and educators for their leadership on environmental issues. The awards were presented during the Board of Supervisors’ April 2, meeting.   The 2024 winners and categories are: This is the second year of the Environmental…

Mental Health Education & Substance Abuse Prevention Trainings in April and May

April 4, 2024

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 April and May 2024 is as follows:   Adverse Childhood Experiences Training   Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) training aims to raise…

Loudoun County auction features piano, other surplus items

April 4, 2024

The current Loudoun County government surplus auction features a Winter & Company upright piano along with other surplus items, including Kubota tractors and mowers, a 2015 Chevrolet Silverado and other vehicles, as well as typical office furniture and related items such as laptops, desktops, monitors and printers. The online auction will close at 9:30 a.m., Thursday,…