February 2021
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The Origins of the Conservation Easement
Imagine driving west on Route 50 from Gilbert’s Corner. As you approach Aldie, you pass under a large, overhead sign supported by massive stone pediments…
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The Genius of Nature
America rejoins the Paris Accord, and all landowners should be paying attention. According to World Resource Institute (WRI), every Paris Accord model showing…
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Talking Trash: 2020 Foxcroft Road Clean up Report
The year 2020 was the eighteenth consecutive year of volunteer action to control trash on the Foxcroft Road. The author conducts this survey as a single…
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Steve’s Picks for 2020
We’re rapidly approaching the year anniversary of the pandemic. In my case, I have been teleworking since March, spending most of time within a mile or two of…
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Reflections and Resolutions - Sincerely me
My January article is always about reflections on the previous year. When I started to outline my 2020 submission, my thoughts became like a bowl of noodles.…
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Old Ox Warming Houses
When the temperature dropped and COVID cases started rising, restaurants faced yet another set of challenges. How do you provide an environment in which diners…
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Middleburg Town Council Report - January 2021
Special Recognition The Council adopted a resolution extending its appreciation to H. H. “Dev” Roszel for his service on the Economic Development Advisory…
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Middleburg Town Council Report - February 2021
Special Recognition Jamie Gaucher was recognized by Council for his service as Middleburg’s Business & Economic Development Director from July 10, 2017,…
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Middleburg Eccentric February 2021, Volume 17 Issue 11
THIS MONTH IN THE ECCENTRIC: Middleburg Town Council Report, Recycling Refresher, Local Resident 100 Years Young, Brick & Mortar Mercantile Comes Home to…
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Hearing the wind blow
Hearing the wind blow called me back to a time in my youth. Standing on a beach with the wind blowing on my face, much as it did on Mars today. My eyes trained…
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Health and Nutrition - Middleburg Smiles
Since the onset of COVID-19, we have been establishing new routines to stayA healthy. Covid-19 prevention has placed a heavy emphasis on personal hygiene and…
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Confusion, frustration and Empathy - Around the Town
There is so much change in the world happening for all of you humans. I am sorry there is so much confusion and frustration, but I want to say some things I…
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Visit Loudoun Launches New Campaign to Reignite Tourism Industry
Visit Loudoun will launch a new campaign that uses stunning blended imagery to bolster the local tourism industry, which has been significantly impacted by the…
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Tony Rice Tribute
There is a great music website for every genre of music. For those inclined to acoustic music, Roots and Americana, or Bluegrass, my go-to site is The Bluegrass…
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The End of Capital Punishment – A Good Thing
Whatever one thinks of capital punishment, there must be general agreement that the state should never execute an innocent man or woman. Our criminal justice is…
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Stretching
Cats and dogs stretch multiple times a day. A full body stretch after awakening feels good and is so beneficial. Daily stretching can lead to better posture, le…
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Spicy Roasted Cauliflower Steaks with Capers
I love how the cauliflower takes on these bold flavors and the salty tart addition of capers balances the hot, sweet spice rub. I served the cauliflower over ma…
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Regula "Regi" Lorenz
It is with profound sadness I announce the passing of my extraordinary mother, Regula "Regi" Lorenz on January 3rd, 2021. It was on this day that she was once a…
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Recycling Refresher
During the pandemic, I found the amount of recyclable material generated by my household increased exponentially, almost to an embarrassing volume. I'm not talk…
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Oral Hygiene-What's Most Important?
The goal of oral hygiene is to remove plaque from teeth and gums. Ineffective removal of plaque leads to bad breath, cavities (decay) and periodontal (gum) dise…