Watch this space … Dulles Town Center under new management

December 2, 2020

By Andrea Gaines We all know that delicious and exciting, “Yeah! I’m free! Let’s go shopping!” feeling. We’ve cleared our busy schedule … or maybe taken the day off.We’ve had a nice, long walk and have worked up a real appetite. Our minds are racing with anticipation … to take advantage of that great big…

Bravo, Woodgrove!

December 2, 2020

Had enough of holiday movies by now? Then get ready to spend a suspense-filled evening with Woodgrove High School’s Grove Theatre company in “Moonshine Murders.” The action plays out in a Washington speakeasy in 1928 during prohibition. What is meant to be a roaring night of fun turns into a disaster when a murder—or two—comes…

Congratulations to the 2020 Algonkian’s Got Talent winners

December 2, 2020

In its inaugural year, 24 outstanding students recently participated in “Algonkian’s Got Talent,” a virtual event created by Loudoun County Supervisor Juli Briskman to draw attention to the importance of the arts in students’ lives. A musician herself, Briskman gave a performance on the viola for the competition.  The students submitted videos of their performances…

Sherwin Williams opens in Purcellville

December 2, 2020

On Nov. 23, Sherwin Williams held their ribbon cutting and grand opening with President and CEO of the Loudoun County Chamber of Commerce Tony Howard, Purcellville Mayor Kwasi A. Fraser, Vice Mayor Mary Jane Williams and Council Member Tip Stinnette. Sherwin Williams is located at Catoctin Corner – 1211 Wolf Rock Drive in Purcellville.

From weddings to wineries to breweries – More suds in Bluemont

December 2, 2020

By Valerie Curry The unincorporated village of Bluemont will likely soon be getting yet another brewery and winery. The Whitehall Estate – where “barn meets ballroom” as its website proclaims – is a popular wedding and corporate events venue.  Also known as Celebrations Farm, the manor house and other amenities (including a barn) serve wedding parties,…

Call for submissions for Cabin Fever Film Fest

December 2, 2020

Franklin Park Visual & Performing Arts Center and Town of Purcellville Arts Council Quiet on the set.  Regional filmmakers are invited to submit films (short and feature-length) and home movies for the fourth annual Cabin Fever Film Festival sponsored by Franklin Park Visual and Performing Arts Center and Town of Purcellville Arts Council. The festival…

New Statewide measures to contain COVID-19 in place

December 2, 2020

Includes limit of 25 individuals for in-person gatherings, expanded mask mandate, on-site alcohol curfew, and increased enforcement As COVID-19 surges in states across the country, Governor Ralph Northam announced on Nov. 13, new actions to mitigate the spread of the virus in Virginia. While the Commonwealth’s case count per capita and positivity rate remain comparatively…

Loudoun Supervisors loosen collective bargaining rules for public employees

December 2, 2020

In October, the Loudoun County Board of Supervisors voted to allow representatives of labor unions into County buildings for the purpose of talking to and recruiting public employees for membership. Prior to the passage of the new “collective bargaining” rule, Virginia law had prohibited state and local governments in the Commonwealth from recognizing union and/or…

Loudoun second half real property tax deadline is December 7, 2020

November 25, 2020

Loudoun County Treasurer H. Roger Zurn Jr. reminds taxpayers that the deadline for payment of the second half real property tax is Monday, December 7, 2020.  Payments postmarked after December 7, 2020, will incur a 10 percent late payment penalty. Additional interest at the rate of 10 percent per annum will be assessed.  The due date will not…

‘Tis the season to take Loudoun home for the holidays

November 25, 2020

This holiday season, one simple act will show friends, family and Loudoun businesses that you care: shop local and Take Loudoun Home for the Holidays. Whether it’s a freshly-cut tree or wreathe, artisan gift or locally-sourced food, supporting Loudoun’s farms and Main Street businesses keeps your shopping dollars in the local economy, reduces environmental impact, and…