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US marks 25 years since the Sept. 11 attacks
September 11, 2026, 4:14 pm | Source
The U.S. is commemorating the 25th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks that left nearly 3,000 people dead and the nation shaken. On Friday, people laid wreaths, flew flags, read victims' names and held moments of silence and vigils. In 2001,…
Home of the Week: 39307 Little River Turnpike, Aldie
September 11, 2026, 10:15 am | Source
The historic Little River Inn located at 39307 Little River Turnpike in Aldie is on the market for $2.295 million.
Body found near Lincoln believed to be Carolyn Taylor
September 7, 2026, 1:42 am | Source
After an extensive two-week search covering thousands of acres around an area outside Purcellville near Lincoln, authorities found a deceased individual in the 38000 block of Hughesville Road at 4:51 p.m. on Sept. 6.
Tranquility Farm & Winery offers destination experience for wine lovers
September 2, 2026, 11:00 pm | Source
Five years ago, Vijay and Anita Tanamala purchased Otium Cellars on Tranquility Road outside Purcellville near Franklin Park. After years of renovations and the purchase of a 30-acre property across the road, the husband-and-wife team is ready to welcome visitors…
Symbolic funerals held in Nepal for those feared lost as some missing tourists make contact
September 2, 2026, 2:03 pm | Source
Some tourists previously reported missing in Nepal have made contact with authorities, officials said Wednesday. Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said five Australians were confirmed safe overnight, reducing the number of missing Australians to 38. Meanwhile, some families of people…
Family, friends heartbroken over extended search for Carolyn Taylor
September 1, 2026, 9:30 pm | Source
On the morning of Aug. 23, Carolyn Taylor, 81, left her home on Foundry Road and went for a walk on the gravel country roads outside the village of Lincoln. She has been missing ever since.
Dulles Sportsplex closing after 23 years
August 27, 2026, 10:19 pm | Source
The Dulles Sportsplex is closing after 23 years, according to an email sent to patrons on Aug. 26.
Heritage High student aims to expand access to sports training for middle school girls
August 26, 2026, 11:15 pm | Source
Combining her love of volleyball with her desire to provide youth sports training opportunities, Heritage High School senior Annabelle Kim last year founded A.M.P., or Amplify My Potential, a student-led nonprofit that provides free volleyball training and mentorship for middle…
Search for Purcellville-area woman continues on Tuesday
August 25, 2026, 5:53 pm | Source
Search crews continue to look for 81-year-old Carolyn Taylor, who has been missing from her home on Foundry Road in Lincoln since Aug. 23, according to Leah Paul, public information officer for the Loudoun County Sheriff’s Office.
Leesburg Emergency Management Training exercise planned for Tuesday and Wednesday
August 24, 2026, 9:53 pm | Source
Leesburg town staff will participate in a full-scale emergency training exercise on Tuesday, Aug. 25, and Wednesday, Aug. 26, at Leesburg Executive Airport and Ida Lee Park, according to a news release.
Purcellville's End of Summer Block Party kicks off Saturday, Aug. 22
August 20, 2026, 10:09 pm | Source
A DJ, food and beverage vendors and a wing eating contest are some of the highlights of this year’s Purcellville End of Summer Block Party on tap for Saturday, Aug. 22 from 2 to 7 p.m.
iSmash Sterling opens creative stress relief experience
August 19, 2026, 3:26 pm | Source
A new experience called iSmash opened Aug. 15 in Sterling, according to a news release.
Ford receives Loudoun United FC Hometown Hero Award
August 19, 2026, 3:19 pm | Source
For the past three years, Loudoun United FC has selected a member of the community to receive the Trevor Brown Hometown Hero Award.
Home of the Week: 15018 Clover Hill Road, Waterford
August 18, 2026, 7:14 pm | Source
This estate home on 10 acres outside the historic village of Waterford at 15018 Clover Hill Road is on the market for $1.475 million.
Leesburg Kiwanis Halloween Parade to be held Oct. 28
August 18, 2026, 5:40 pm | Source
The 70th annual Leesburg Halloween Parade, hosted by the Leesburg Kiwanis Club, will be held on Oct. 28, according to club President Kim Thompson.
BetterALife distributes 900 backpacks, lunches to schools during 'rising need of assistance'
August 18, 2026, 4:42 pm | Source
Purcellville-based nonprofit BetterALife held its annual backpack event on Aug. 15, providing 900 backpacks with school supplies to students in Loudoun and Fairfax counties.
Blue Ridge Eagles present checks to local nonprofits
August 18, 2026, 3:51 pm | Source
The Blue Ridge Eagles recently presented two $10,000 checks to local nonprofit organizations serving the community.
'This is what community looks like': Round Hill Farm to Trail store celebrated
August 18, 2026, 3:27 pm | Source
Less than one year after Trey Wirth opened Round Hill Farm to Trail Co., the store’s impact on the community was recognized at an event on Aug. 15.
NBA player Jordan Miller emphasizes importance of hard work at basketball camp
August 16, 2026, 11:12 pm | Source
NBA player Jordan Miller returned to his alma mater this month to host a basketball camp for about 120 boys and girls at Loudoun Valley High School in Purcellville.
Moms football camp builds community at Broad Run High School
August 16, 2026, 11:03 pm | Source
You’ve seen them on the sidelines. In the stands. In the parking lots. And working the concession booths and the ticket tables.
Loudoun arts community discusses needs and goals
August 12, 2026, 11:00 pm | Source
After nearly one year in her role as Loudoun County’s arts program manager, Mary Sellers is striving to promote collaboration among members of the arts community in Loudoun.
HOME OF THE WEEK: 19016 Bridle Branch Lane, Purcellville
August 12, 2026, 10:45 pm | Source
This six-bedroom home located at 19016 Bridle Branch Lane in Purcellville is on the market for $2.45 million.
UPDATED: Khalil resigns from Purcellville Town Council
August 10, 2026, 6:30 pm | Source
Susan Khalil resigned from her seat on the Purcellville Town Council effective Aug. 5. Khalil was elected in November 2024 and her term expires in 2028.
Broadlands man accused of possessing child sexual abuse material
August 9, 2026, 9:30 am | Source
A Broadlands man faces charges of possessing child sexual abuse material.
Arc of Loudoun: A year later, a resilient community
August 7, 2026, 10:00 am | Source
Resilience, perseverance and determination are three words the Arc of Loudoun’s CEO Lisa Max uses to describe the past year.
Community organizes opposition to 765kV transmission line
August 5, 2026, 11:30 pm | Source
The Flying Ace Farm brewery and distillery in Lovettsville was bustling July 30 with people signing petitions, looking at maps, sipping beer, and buying more of the yard signs that already line Taylorstown Road.
Silas Redd's passion for vintage has created a shopping destination in Purcellville
August 5, 2026, 8:18 pm | Source
A decade ago, Silas Redd had a vision of creating a curated vintage boutique called Nostalgia in a historic property at 142 E. Main St. in Purcellville.
Evergreen Mill Road widening planned to start this fall
August 5, 2026, 7:09 pm | Source
Project design on Leesburg's widening of Evergreen Mills Road is finished, and construction is expected to start early this fall, an Aug. 5 press release from the town said.
Loudoun County School Board Ashburn member first to exceed yearly allowance
August 5, 2026, 6:30 pm | Source
Deana L. Griffiths is the first Loudoun County School Board member to exceed the annual $100,000 yearly allowance for board members since those budget lines started in 2024.
Find a taste of Italy in downtown Leesburg at Piazza di Gogo's
August 5, 2026, 6:12 pm | Source
Longtime Loudoun County resident Mike Golino has taken his passion for creating fun experiences and launched a new eatery called Piazza di Gogo’s in downtown Leesburg.
Barbe joins Loudoun Laurels board
August 5, 2026, 4:46 pm | Source
Longtime Loudoun County business owner and philanthropist Carol Barbe has joined the board of directors at the Loudoun Laurels Foundation, according to a news release.
SCC orders Dominion to develop tariff to assign more transmission costs to data centers
August 5, 2026, 1:06 pm | Source
More of the cost to build the high-voltage transmission lines that serve as power highways across the state could soon be covered by data centers, after a recent decision by state regulators.
Local lettuce helps meet demand during cyclospora outbreak
August 4, 2026, 11:00 pm | Source
Reports of an illness-causing cyclosporiasis outbreak across the United States has left lettuce buyers weary this summer.
Nett reinstated to Purcellville Police Department; on paid administrative leave
August 4, 2026, 3:20 pm | Source
Purcellville Vice Mayor Carl “Ben” Nett has been reinstated to his position as an officer with the Purcellville Police Department, according to a Aug. 4 release from Nett.
Virginia votes Tuesday: Everything you need to know about the 2026 primary elections
August 3, 2026, 11:56 pm | Source
Virginians will head to the polls Tuesday, Aug. 4 for the 2026 primary elections, nearly two months later than usual after this year’s congressional redistricting referendum and the uncertainty over which map would govern the races delayed the state’s traditional…
County seeks public input for Western Loudoun Recreation Center by Aug. 31
August 3, 2026, 10:45 pm | Source
Following a legislative presentation at the Loudoun County Planning Commission meeting on July 23, county staff have requested public input on the future Western Loudoun Recreation Center by Aug. 31.
Home of the Week: 22391 Conservancy Drive, Ashburn
August 3, 2026, 9:37 pm | Source
This seven-bedroom estate home located at 22391 Conservancy Drive in Ashburn’s Evergreen Hamlets community is on the market for $2.49 million.
DC Prime restaurant selects grand champion steer at Loudoun County Fair
August 3, 2026, 5:53 pm | Source
DC Prime in Ashburn purchased the grand champion steer at the 90th Loudoun County Fair Livestock Auction.
Virginia Family Medicine launches lifestyle focused treatment program
August 3, 2026, 3:37 pm | Source
Virginia Family Medicine in Leesburg has launched a lifestyle medicine program designed to deliver a preventive, evidence-based approach to health, according to a news release. Led by Dr. Ewaul Persaud, the program integrates natural remedies as a first line care…
Hamilton receives $1.5M for road safety improvements
July 31, 2026, 11:30 pm | Source
The town of Hamilton was awarded $1.5 million for design of pedestrian and traffic safety improvements along East Colonial Highway, according to a press release from the town.
Getaway driver in Brambleton heist admits guilt
July 31, 2026, 11:00 pm | Source
A Brambleton-area man has admitted driving two 15-year-old boys to and from the Brambleton convenience store they robbed on March 4.
Large native plant donation to impact communities around Loudoun
July 31, 2026, 6:18 pm | Source
An abundance of native trees and shrubs at Abernethy & Spencer Greenhouse and Garden Center in Lincoln led to a large donation that will impact communities throughout Loudoun County, according to Loudoun Wildlife Conservancy’s executive director Tom Kercheval.
Spreading joy while popping corn at Pop's Praiseworthy Popcorn in Purcellville
July 29, 2026, 10:00 pm | Source
A Leesburg resident has taken her passion for making unique popcorn flavors and turned it into a booming business.
Purcellville Town Council decides to wait on new tax rate vote
July 29, 2026, 9:45 pm | Source
While four members of the Purcellville Town Council agreed at the July 14 meeting to hold a public hearing — and possibly a do-over vote — on the town's fiscal 2027 tax rates, three council members decided July 28 to…
Growing for learning: Kenneth Culbert builds 'Belonging Garden'
July 29, 2026, 9:30 pm | Source
As a result of multiple business partnerships and a passionate school community, Kenneth Culbert Elementary School in Hamilton is reaping the rewards of a new courtyard garden learning space, according to Meg Miles, division instructional coach for Loudoun County Public…
Ashburn Ice House, Washington Figure Skating Club to host 2027 Solo Dance Final
July 29, 2026, 6:37 pm | Source
The Washington Figure Skating Club has been selected to host the 2027 Solo Dance Final at the Ashburn Ice House in Ashburn next year, according to a news release.
Purcellville approves $130K budget amendment for new interim town manager
July 29, 2026, 3:29 pm | Source
The Purcellville Town Council unanimously approved a $130,000 budget amendment July 28 for the town’s new interim town manager.
Home of the Week: 43117 Baltusrol Terrace, Ashburn
July 29, 2026, 2:42 pm | Source
This three-bedroom end unit townhome in the gated community of Belmont Country Club is new on the market for $824,900.
Virginia voters could gain a bigger voice in choosing the 2028 presidential nominees
July 29, 2026, 10:00 am | Source
Virginia is on track to become the sixth and final early-voting state in the 2028 Democratic presidential nominating calendar under a proposal unveiled last week, a move that could bring presidential candidates, campaign spending and national attention to the commonwealth…
Pro-data center industry group behind ad campaign in 6 states, including Virginia
July 29, 2026, 10:00 am | Source
Just days before the Oregon Legislature in March passed a one-year pause on a popular tax incentive program for data centers, a group called Oregon Connects registered as a nonprofit business in the state. Then the ads started appearing.
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