Government
On Jan. 13, U.S. Senators Mark R. Warner and Tim Kaine (both D-VA) announced $10,797,461 in federal funding for the Virginia Department of Energy to build 392 electric vehicle charging ports at urban and rural tourism destinations across Virginia. Over half of the 392 chargers will be installed in disadvantaged communities across the Commonwealth to increase EV accessibility for all…
A comprehensive assessment of the existing and potential tree canopy in Loudoun County is now available on the Loudoun County website. The assessment, conducted using 2023 aerial imagery, analyzed the county’s tree canopy, which is the collective layer of leaves, branches and stems of trees that cover the ground when viewed from above. The analysis method…
Gov. Glenn Youngkin declared a state of emergency for the coming winter weather that will impact all of the Commonwealth this weekend and into early next week, and he is urging Virginians, visitors and travelers to take proper precautions. “I am declaring a state of emergency for the incoming winter storm currently forecasted to impact…
Loudoun County is seeking proposals from qualified organizations to provide certain health and human services to members of the Loudoun community. These competitive procurement solicitations for six specific services are scheduled to be released starting the week of January 6, 2025, through the week of Feb. 3. Loudoun County will publish six Requests for Proposals…
The Leesburg Movement, a nonprofit affiliated with Main Street America, has been chosen to participate in the Virginia Department of Housing and Community Development’s 2025-26 Mobilizing Main Street Program. This two-year program, funded by Virginia Main Street, is designed to support communities that want to achieve Advancing Virginia Main Street designation and Main Street America…
The Leesburg Environmental Advisory Commission is seeking nominations for the 2024 Tolbert Environmental Achievement Award. This award program recognizes individuals, community groups, businesses, and students who benefit the Town’s environment by conducting or participating in activities throughout 2024 such as: To make a nomination, visit www.leesburgva.gov/tolbertaward. Submissions are due on or before March 4 at 5 p.m.…
With snow expected this weekend and throughout the winter, the Town of Purcellville reminds residents and businesses of its snow-related procedures within the Town limits. For questions or more information, contact the Town of Purcellville Public Works Department at(540) 338-7440.
By Valerie Cury Council Member Ben Nett took office on Jan. 1. Prior to his taking office and after being elected to Town Council, he faced an ultimatum that could have forced him to choose between his role as a town police officer and his elected position on the Town Council. The deadline given to…
By Sophia Clifton On Dec. 18, 2024, Gov. Glenn Youngkin addressed the General Assembly’s Joint Money Committee to present his proposed amendments to the 2024-2026 biennial budget bill. “Virginia is roaring. Our collective bold actions are working,” Youngkin began. “And as a result of our work together, Virginia is growing, Virginia is leading, and Virginia…
By Katie Northcott Changes in data center zoning took center stage at the Loudoun County Planning Commission’s Dec. 12 public hearing and work session. The Loudoun County Board of Supervisors began discussions about changing data center zoning ordinances in the spring of 2022. At its Feb. 6, 2024, business meeting, the Board approved the project…