Community

It’s child’s play at the current Loudoun County government surplus action, which features a variety of children’s items, including a wooden playhouse, Little Tyke ride-on toy trucks, children’s seesaws and Step2 picnic tables. Other items include a large number of storage racks, outdoor storage boxes, vehicles, office furniture, computers, books and more. The auction will…

The Loudoun Human Services Network starts the new year with newly elected officers chosen from its ranks of nonprofit leaders. A coalition of more than fifty nonprofit human service organizations, the Loudoun Human Services Network’s mission is to promote collaboration and partnership among human service providers, and to advocate for the availability and access to…

Nominations are being accepted for the 2026 Leesburg Small Business Awards, The deadline for submission is Feb. 25; and the awards are scheduled for Wednesday, May 6. The location will be announced at a later date. This year’s event will feature seven categories: Community Ambassador Award: Recognizes a business or organization that invests its time, talent,…

In a move believed to be unprecedented in professional sports, the United States Basketball League announced Feb. 5 the launch of “Name The League,” a nationwide contest that gives fans the opportunity to rename an entire professional basketball league. While individual franchises have previously held “Name The Team” contests, league officials say this is the…

Loudoun County has enhanced online access to behavioral health and developmental disability information and services through the Network of Care. The platform provides a searchable directory of information and resources for individuals and families seeking support for behavioral health, substance use disorders and developmental disabilities.  The Network of Care is intended to enhance access to…

Loudoun County Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Aaron Spence has been named Executive Leader of the Year by the Loudoun County Chamber of Commerce as part of its annual Community Leadership Awards. According to the Chamber, the Executive Leader of the Year Award recognizes leaders for their contributions to the community. Dr. Spence was selected for…

Loudoun County plans to begin enforcing its snow and ice removal ordinance this week as part of an effort to provide a safe environment for students who walk to school and to bus stops. Prior to the enforcement activity, Loudoun County officials encourage residents to continue to work together to bring neighborhoods into compliance with…

A ribbon cutting ceremony was held on Saturday, Jan. 31 to celebrate the grand opening of NOVA Creative Reuse Center’s new space. Now located at 3 W Market Street, the center offers affordable, repurposed art and craft supplies alongside community workshops and creative gatherings—all with the mission of reducing waste and sparking creativity throughout Northern…

By Valerie Cury Winter chills didn’t stand a chance last weekend as filmmakers and film lovers packed the Franklin Park Visual and Performing Arts Center for the ninth annual Purcellville Cabin Fever Film Festival, held Friday, Jan. 30, and Saturday, Jan. 31. The two-day festival showcased 12 short films created by Loudoun County residents or…