January 2022
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William Standley Stokes, IV Obituary
William Standley Stokes, IV, of Alexandria and Upperville, VA, a widely-respected business consultant with a background in international trade and national secu…
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What's the Buzz? How Local Bee Lovers do their Part
When thinking of bees, often what comes to mind are bee stings. They are a seemingly menacing threat to comfort. So, to prevent these stings, we share cautionar…
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Town of Middleburg Condemns Hate-Filled Flyers Distributed Throughout Western Loudoun County
The Town of Middleburg Police Department was made aware of hate-filled flyers distributed throughout Western Loudoun County and the Town of Middleburg during th…
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Town of Middleburg Committee Vacancies
The Middleburg Town Council is accepting letters of interest from individuals who wish to be considered for service on the Middleburg Arts Council. MAC is respo…
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The Shaggy Ram & Little Lambkins
From Oliver London purveyors of style à HRH's George, Charlotte and Louis— and your little princess and princes. Come see our classic selection. Joanne & Sandy…
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The Salvation Army of Loudoun Extends Appreciation to Our Community Following the Holiday Season
Some people think The Salvation Army takes a break after Thanksgiving and Christmas," says Sergeant McKee of The Salvation Army of Loudoun. Even without the Red…
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The Other Best of Lists for 2021
Last month I gave you a list of albums that held my attention in 2021. This time, let's look at some great music websites and their best of 2021 lists that reac…
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Talkin' Trash, 2021: Foxcroft Road Pig Pen Awards
The year 2021 was the twentieth consecutive year of volunteer action to control trash on Foxcroft Road. The author conducts this survey as a single observer. Th…
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Single-use Plastic Bag Regulation Comes to Loudoun County
The Town of Middleburg's Sustainability Committee, formerly the Go Green Committee, has for some years been pressing the powers that be in Richmond, through the…
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Phillip Swing Thomas Obituary
Phillip Thomas passed away on December 16, 2021 after a lengthy illness. He was born on October 15, 1934 to Mary Margaret Swing and C. Reed Thomas. A fifth-gene…
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Nurture, Empower, Heal: Lola Ogbonlowo Family Practice Opens
Following her heart since age eight, when she decided to become a doctor, Lola Ogbonlowo inaugurates her private family practice on Monday, January 31, 2022. Le…
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Music Teaches us That the Show Must Go On
Music and French students performed on the stage of Buchanan Hall at Studio Papillon's winter recital. The kids played a variety of solo piano selections and sa…
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Middleburg's New Town Hall Breaks Ground
The Town of Middleburg broke ground on its new Town Hall on Monday, January 24. Cooper Building Services, LLC, of Frederick, Maryland ("Cooper"), was awarded th…
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Middleburg's 11th Annual Ultimate Winter Weekend Sale
Please join us for Middleburg's 11th Annual Ultimate Winter Weekend Sale February 18, 19, 20 2022 Presidents' Weekend Look for the Winter White & Blue Balloons…
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Middleburg Town Council Review
The Town of Middleburg broke ground on the new the Town Hall. The Town was able to secure $8 million in bonded debt for the project at a very low rate of 2.72%,…
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Local Midshipman Rings Bell after defeating Army
Midshipman 1st Class (senior) Pierce Banbury, from Aldie, Va., rings the bell during the semi-annual bell-ringing ceremony in T-court. The ceremony recognizes t…
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Letter from The Plains: Americans Would Pay a Heavy Price for Amnesty
Democratic leaders on Capitol Hill are scrambling to find a way to amnesty illegal immigrants in their nearly $2 trillion budget bill. The Senate parliamentaria…
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Let's Go Racing!
Are you suffering from cabin fever? Do you crave wide-open spaces, spectacular views, and really fresh air? Are you up for some excitement? It's time to start p…
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Kudos to the Town of Middleburg
Kudos to the Town of Middleburg. This week marks a significant step forward, a new Town Hall's groundbreaking. After watching this Town grow, stretch and change…
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February Special Events and Programs: Sky Meadows State Park
All the February events and programs with their corresponding dates, times, location within the park and description. All programs and events are free with a $1…