Archive: 2021
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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…
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Local Resident 100 Years Young
Ada Alise Berry Cook was born in Leesburg, VA on February 22, 1921, the fourth of ten offspring of the late John E. Berry, Sr, and Charlotte (Sue) Washington Be…
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Legislative Update - February 2021
We are into week five of the 2021 Virginia General Assembly session. Due to COVID-19 restrictions, we meet in the Science Museum of Virginia rather than the Sen…
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It Takes A Village
As locals, we are well aware of the amazing things our community offers. Many come to visit our streets and countryside for events, vacation, tourism, and a tas…
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Foxes on the Fences
Bid On Your Favorite…
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Foxes on the Fence - Bid Listings
Foxes on the Fence - Bid Listings