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Loudoun County Public Schools expects to award diplomas to 7,151 seniors during graduation ceremonies this month, according to data released by the school division. Of the graduating Class of 2026, approximately 75% earned an advanced diploma, 23% earned a standard diploma and just over 1% earned an applied studies diploma. Most graduates reported plans to…
JK Moving Services, a moving, storage, relocation and logistics company has again been named a Top Corporate Philanthropist in the Washington Business Journal’s annual ranking of charitable giving in the greater Washington, D.C., region. The company was recognized for contributing $716,000 in corporate donations during 2025, with much of that support directed toward hunger-relief efforts…
JK Land Holdings has purchased the 222-acre O’Connor Estate/Dry Hollow Farm, part of which is in the Town of Leesburg and the remaining in the county. JKLH bought the land to help protect the historic, scenic property—much of which abuts Morven Park—from developers. Another 431 acres are also being protected with the purchase of three additional…
By Valerie Cury For Jackson Barker, perseverance paid off in a big way this season. The Freedom High School senior, Class of 2026, captured the national title on rings at the Men’s Artistic Gymnastics National Championships in Oklahoma City earlier this month, cementing his status as one of the top rings specialists in the country.…
By Valerie Cury There is something magical about a small-town Saturday morning. The sidewalks begin to stir, neighbors wave hello before coffee has fully kicked in, children tug parents toward pastries and lemonade, and the scent of fresh bread drifts through downtown air. In Purcellville, that magic is officially back. The Purcellville Farmers Market is…
Makersmiths’ Middle School solar team called Error 404: Team Not Found competed in the KidWind World Challenge from May 17-20 in Madison, Wisconsin at the University of Wisconsin. The team won the Middle School solar division, naming them the KidWind Middle School World Solar Champions. This event had 125 elementary, middle school and high school…
Entrepreneurs, small business owners and aspiring business leaders will find a full calendar of opportunities this June as Launch Loudoun and Loudoun County Economic Development continue their efforts to support and strengthen the county’s business community. Throughout the month, a variety of free workshops, networking events and educational programs will be offered, providing business owners…
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…