Community
The Town of Middleburg has appointed Jennifer Bell as its new Director of Community Engagement, bringing nearly two decades of experience in tourism, downtown revitalization, economic development, and community partnerships to the role. Bell most recently served for seven years as tourism manager for the City of Harrisonburg. Before that, she spent more than six…
A simple cup of coffee can do more than start the day—it can create opportunities, build confidence, and bring people together.SimplyBe Coffee celebrated the grand opening of its newest location with a ribbon-cutting ceremony June 25 at Giant Food, 1000 E. Main Street in Purcellville. Community members, local leaders, and supporters gathered to welcome a…
On Tuesday, June 23, the Loudoun County School Board voted to name its next high school, HS-14, Thornton Summit High School. The school is located at 41634 Steeplechase Loop Drive in Leesburg and is situated on the same campus as Watson Mountain Middle School. Thornton Summit High School is expected to open at the start…
Artists in Middleburg (AIM) will display photographer Sarah Huntington’s documentary show celebrating the educational value of arts inclusion at Loudoun Valley High School on Saturday, June 27, and Sunday, June 28, 12-5, 102 W. Washington Street, Middleburg. Go to www.theartistsinmiddleburg.org to find out more information. Artists in Middleburg, a 501c3 nonprofit, has been working with…
The Ketoctin Chapter of the National Society Daughters of the American Revolution, in partnership with the American Red Cross, has launched a blood donation campaign as part of the nationwide commemoration of America’s 250th anniversary. The initiative, called “250 Units for America 250,” encourages DAR chapters throughout District VIII to host community blood drives and…
JK Moving Services has appointed Andrew Doane as vice president of Human Resources, the company announced. He will report to Chief Operating Officer Chad Marston and succeeds Andrea Bunch, a longtime JK employee who recently retired. Doane joins the moving, storage and logistics company after serving as senior vice president of Human Resources at CACI…
Loudoun County Public Schools is once again providing free meals to children throughout the summer through the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Summer Food Service Program. The program offers free breakfasts and lunches to all children ages 18 and younger at designated locations across Loudoun County while school is out of session. The initiative is designed…
Residents planning to travel through Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport this summer may encounter flight delays, schedule changes and temporary service interruptions as the nation’s capital hosts a series of events celebrating America’s 250th anniversary. Airport officials are advising passengers to closely monitor flight schedules and check with their airlines before traveling, as several major…
As children spend more time online for learning, gaming, and socializing, the Town of Leesburg’s Technology & Communications Commission is inviting families to learn how to stay safe in the digital world during its upcoming “Cyber Safety for Kids” program. The free event will be held on Tuesday, June 23, at 6 p.m. at Thomas…
The Middleburg Town Council has enacted voluntary water conservation measures effective June 12 in response to ongoing drought conditions and declining water levels in the wells that supply the town’s water system. Town officials are asking residents, businesses and other water users to voluntarily reduce or eliminate non-essential water use to help preserve available water…