23 Neighbors to Watch in 2023
1. Neil Steinberg Will the popular Leesburg Councilman set his political sights on something higher? 2. Robert Duval Will the venerable actor come out of retirement for one more Oscar-worthy role? 3. Mark Herring Will Leesburg’s former twice-elected Virginia Attorney General (with his awesome shock of white hair) throw his hat in the ring for another…
New Dulles Toll Road rates starting Jan. 1
75-cent increase at main toll plaza, 50-cent increase on ramps Effective Jan. 1, 2023, the toll rate for passenger vehicles at the Main Toll Plaza on the Dulles Toll Road will increase to $4.00 at the main toll plaza and $2.00 at ramp plazas. New Toll Rates Effective Jan. 1, 2023 The 2023 toll increase…
November economic indicators remain mixed
Gov. Glenn Youngkin announced the number of employed residents dropped by 7,426 in November and according to BLS Local Area Unemployment Statistics, the labor force in Virginia showed little change, decreasing by 519 to 4,347,555. According to LAUS, the number of employed residents was 4,223,765 in November and since January 2022, over 85,000 more Virginians…
Youngkin Bans TikTok and WeChat on State Devices and Wireless Networks
Gov. Glenn Youngkin issued Executive Order #24, banning the use of certain Chinese-owned mobile phone applications and websites on state government technology. The Executive Order bans TikTok and WeChat, and any other applications developed by ByteDance Limited or Tencent Holdings Limited on state government devices and wireless networks and requires businesses who contract with the…
The Loudoun County Department of Economic Development has set the Spring Farm Tour for Saturday May 18 and Sunday May 19 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. each day. This is a signature program showcasing the rich agricultural heritage of Loudoun County. This event promises…
With the retirement of Chief McAlister, Deputy Chief Dave Dailey will serve as the Interim Chief of Police effective May 1, until a permanent Chief is identified. Chief Dailey brings a wealth of experience to this role having served as Purcellville’s Deputy Chief for five…
By Valerie Cury During the April 18 Purcellville Planning Commission Meeting the town’s planning staff appeared to be obstructing, by direction of members of the town council and town management, planning commission efforts to complete the zoning ordinance rewrite – by refusing to return the…
By Former Purcellville Mayor Kwasi Fraser As Ronald Reagan insightfully remarked, “The nine most terrifying words in the English language are: I’m from the Government, and I’m here to help.” True economic growth thrives when government embraces an environment that is fair, honest, and predictable for…
On April 26, Gov. Glenn Youngkin (R-VA) and Ruth Porat, President and Chief Investment Officer; Chief Financial Officer of Alphabet and Google, announced a $1 billion investment to expand Google’s Virginia data center campuses in 2024. This includes two Loudoun County sites and a newly…
The Purcellville Police Department has announced that the Town of Purcellville was ranked the “Safest City” in Virginia for 2024 by SafeWise. Using the latest FBI National Incident-Based Reporting System data available, Purcellville received the number one ranking as the safest city in Virginia. Overall, Virginia was…
White’s Ferry owners—Chuck and Stacy Kuhn—have formally offered to donate the White’s Ferry operation to Montgomery County. This most recent offer is part of their commitment to getting the ferry operational to preserve history, save jobs, and reduce traffic. “We are happy to propose a resolution…
On April 15, U.S. Senators Mark R. Warner and Tim Kaine announced $3,040,000 in federal funding for the Town of Leesburg to install new power generator systems for the town’s potable water pumping station and pollution control center. This funding will help ensure reliable access to water and continued…
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During its May 7, meeting, the Board of Supervisors ratified a tentative collective bargaining agreement…
The Loudoun County Board of Supervisors has approved adjustments to its schedule of meetings forMay…
The next Meet the Mayor event with Mayor Kelly Burk has been scheduled for noon…
The next Loudoun County Household Hazardous Waste collection event is scheduled for Saturday, May 11,…
By Reed Carver Over 1000 dwelling units of various types were approved by the Board…
By Valerie Cury At the April 18 Planning Commission meeting, commissioners are still looking for…
U.S. Sens. Mark R. Warner and Tim Kaine (both D-VA) and Reps. Jennifer McClellan (D-VA) and Rob Wittman…
The Purcellville Economic Development Advisory Committee has scheduled a special meeting on Wednesday, May 22,…
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The Capital Wing of the Commemorative Air Force will host a WWII Warbird Showcase on Saturday, May 18 and Sunday, May 19, at Leesburg Executive Airport. The two-day event will…
A segment of Ryan Road, between Evergreen Mills Road and Northstar Boulevard, is scheduled to be closed nightly to through traffic from 10 p.m. until 5 a.m., beginning Monday, May…
The adopted Fiscal Year 2025 Budget and Six Year-Capital Improvements Program is now available on the Town website. The Leesburg Town Council approved the Fiscal Year 2025 budget on March…
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The Leesburg Police Department is investigating a robbery that occurred Friday April 26, in the afternoon in the 800 block of Edwards Ferry Road NE. The victim reported that at…
The restoration preformed on the historic Loudoun County Order Book B, Part 2, 1762-1965, will be unveiled during the upcoming Town of Leesburg’s First Friday event. On May 3, from…
Loudoun County Treasurer Henry C. Eickelberg reminds taxpayers that the deadline for payment of the first-half personal property tax is May 6. Payments received or postmarked after May 6, will incur…
Loudoun County election officials remind voters that early voting for the June 18, primary election begins May 3. Both the Democratic and Republican parties are participating in the primary election….
The Purcellville Economic Development Advisory Committee has scheduled a special meeting on Wednesday, May 22,…
Members of the community are encouraged to learn and engage about Loudoun County’s efforts to increase…