Opinion
By Lloyd Harting Over the past 20 months the Town of Purcellville has served as the playing field for an acrimonious public conflict between Team Mayberry and Team Megabucks. In November of 2024, the residents of Purcellville elected Christopher Bertaut, Ben Nett, and Susan Khalil to the Town Council. All three identified themselves as “Team…
By Ken Falke Bullies have always mistaken intimidation for strength. Too often, the rest of us mistake it for leadership. History is filled with men and women who pound their chests, demand loyalty, silence critics, and rule through fear. They look tough. They aren’t. They lack the confidence to persuade, so they intimidate. They lack…
By Kwasi Fraser To the Citizens of Purcellville: For the past fourteen months, my family and I have endured a season we never imagined. Through it all, many citizens of Purcellville have stood beside us—with prayers, encouraging words, quiet acts of kindness, and an unwavering refusal to mistake an accusation for a conviction. To each…
By Charlie Houston There’s a lot going on in the county, most of it bad, so I’m taking a break from my usual topics. I’ll ramble a bit and start with automobiles. Convertibles If your hair is turning gray, don’t buy a convertible. People will note your hair and say, “Look at that old guy,…
By Little River Supervisor Laura Tekrony Many residents have questions about the data center grandfathering resolution that was approved by the Board of Supervisors on March 18, 2025, via a close 5 to 4 decision. I did not vote for the grandfathering resolution and am writing to provide clarification of the facts. What is the…
We have all become painfully aware that Loudoun County planners and decision makers made serious mistakes in allowing more “by right” data center development than the available resources or the public’s good will could sustain. There’s nothing to be gained by assigning blame. But it is important to avoid repeating the same mistakes. Sadly, the…
Dear Editor: I didn’t know Suhas Subramanyan when I voted for him in 2024, but he seemed to have a reasonable, results-driven approach to serving as our District 10 Representative in Congress. Since then, I’ve met with him twice in his office and attended his town halls. What I’ve learned is that he listens and…
By Ronald B. Rise Councilmember Erin Rayner recently wrote that Purcellville’s downtown is “waiting” and needs to be brought back. I agree that our historic downtown should remain strong, attractive and economically healthy. Where I disagree is with the premise that a few blocks of North 21st Street represent a neglected center of town waiting…
By Valerie Cury
Citizens for Purcellville describes itself as a political action committee formed to “research and disseminate factual information about local issues and candidates” so voters can make informed decisions.