Opinion
We urge all fellow Catoctin District residents, who like us want to preserve our quality of life in Western Loudoun, to support Independent John Ellis to represent them as the new Supervisor for the District—which now extends all the way from Bluemont to Lucketts, from Philomont to Paeonian Springs, and from Lincoln to Lovettsville and…
Dear Editor: I am writing to let folks know why I am supporting Supervisor Caleb Kershner for re-election to the Catoctin District on the Loudoun County Board of Supervisors. I have watched Caleb throughout this last term and have been incredibly impressed how focused and effective he has been on issues important to constituents and…
Dear Editor: The November 7 Loudoun election will soon be upon us. There are 79 candidates running from both parties and the noise level is increasing which may mean some candidates could be overlooked on their merits and fall victim to their party label being the only criteria for voter selection. As a Loudoun Democrat,…
Dear Editor: Tim Poole of Hagerstown, Maryland and Tracie Dillon of Philomont, Virginia have teamed with Julie Fudge, daughter of Patsy Cline, to compile a collection of fan-based stories titled Patsified. These first-hand stories will share how Patsy’s music, determination, and dream have impacted people’s aspirations and lives. Patsified will share stories to include those…
Dear Editor: This fall, I will be voting for Geary Higgins for Delegate in House District 30. He has delivered for Loudoun County and, having served on the Loudoun County Board of Supervisors and the Loudoun County School Board, he knows our communities. The Academies of Loudoun was created, and he persuaded his colleagues to…
Dear Editor: I’m writing today about a recent ride-along I did with the Fauquier County Sheriff’s Office during their patrols in order to demonstrate my strong support for law enforcement and my focus on public safety. My campaign platform is centered on public safety — in contrast to my opponent, who has celebrated receiving the…
Dear Editor: I attended the Park View HS construction meeting on September 6. The community was out in force and was very vocal about their concerns with the new construction. The main concerns centered around Sterling getting what they rightfully deserve for their children after years of neglect from the school board and LCPS. It…
Voters’ choice: who will stand up for western Loudoun? By John Ellis, candidate for Loudoun County Board of Supervisors, Catoctin District The majority of western Loudoun’s citizens want to preserve the unique, historical charm and character of western Loudoun’s small towns, villages, and countryside. They do not want more development. But that is not what…
Dear Editor: There’s a unique charm and tranquility to Loudoun County. For many of us – whether we wereborn here or moved here later in life – Loudoun offers a stark difference between theurbanization of Washington and its immediate suburbs. We chose this area for its rurallandscapes, farming, and unique developments. Our way of life…
By Charles Houston Some of the residents in new subdivisions off Old Wheatland Road have signed a petition asking that the road be paved. There are 100 or so signatures, but only 59 addresses. The latter figure is the one to use. Paving Old Wheatland is a very bad idea for many reasons. A Defective…