Archive: 2009
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A Creek Runs Through Us
The waters of time twist, turn, and run through the soul of the land. From the hoofs of horses crossing a tributary during the Civil War to the pitter-patter of…
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Middleburg Eccentric November 2009, Volume 6 Issue 8
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Windy Hill Fashion Show
Windy Hill Fashion Show
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Where the Wild Horses Are
When Ned Twinning III and his wife Diana of Bull Run Farm in Aldie made a commitment to preserve wild horses, they created a new paradigm for the preservation o…
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The Power of the Purse
Ever since World War II, America has transformed herself into a Consumers' Republic. Today, the US economy is 70% driven by consumer spending. Our nation's econ…
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The Past, Present & Future of Medicine in Aldie
A tiny, bucolic village in Northern Virginia may not be where one would expect to find a group of doctors who have integrated the best practices of ancient and…
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Some Fall Asters
With the turning of leaves our world has warmed up with shades of yellow, orange and yellow. Very prominent, even the perennial garden is weighted on the warm s…
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Snoring and Sleep Apnea May Increase Your Risk of Heart Disease
According to the American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine, sleep apnea is the most common sleep disorder, affecting nearly 1 out of every 8 individuals. Snorin…
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Santa Baby, Send Shoppers!
On the eve of the all-important Christmas shopping season, Middleburg's Town Council is exploring ideas to help fill empty storefronts and support sales and mar…
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Ride for the Cure at Foxchase Farm Raises $125,000+
Ride for the Cure at Foxchase Farm Raises $125,000+
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Nicklaus Visits Creighton Farms
Bear sightings in Loudoun County have become less of a rarity in recent years, but a unique and wonderful opportunity arose late last month to gaze upon that ra…
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Middleburg Humane Foundation Animal Night
Middleburg Humane Foundation Animal Night
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Middleburg Classic Horse Show
Middleburg Classic Horse Show
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Meats and Beans and Seeds, Oh My!
I have only once in my life practiced vegetarianism, and that was for a very short time. I was living in Zimbabwe and disliked the meat there immensely. Chicken…
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Local Photographer Recognition By Professional Photographers Of America
Portrait photographer, Janie Stockton of The True Studio® in Gainesville and Middleburg, Virginia is the 2009 recipient of the prestigious Professional Photogra…
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Fox Chase Ride for the Cure Raises $100,000
Hundreds of riders from Virginia and many points afar, met recently at Fox Chase Farm in Middleburg to participate in Ride for the Cure Virginia. Many riders ha…
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Europe Renewable Energy in Virginia
I was in Germany this Summer and was surprised how extensive renewable energy was. Unlike in the U.S. where seeing solar PV panels is a rarity on homes, I would…
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Ditto This
If there is a god of irony somewhere, she is laughing herself silly right about now. Deep, deific bellylaughs are rolling across the heavens. Maybe that's what…
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Bridge Enjoys A Renaissance in Middleburg
Not so long ago, when contract bridge was extremely popular in the United States, college students who were devoted to the game sometimes had to admit that thei…
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An Appreciation
Barbara Pegg was her name. We called her Bar. She was a lady, as close as a person can be to perfection. Thoughtful, honest, always had a kind word to say about…