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Virginia Gov. Tim Kaine has been tapped to serve as DNC chair /Times-Mirror file photo | ›› more

Kaine dubbed chairman of Democratic National Committee

1/6/2009

Though no formal announcement has been made by the governor himself, Virginia Democrats are celebrating the naming of Gov. Tim Kaine the next Democratic National Committee Chair. | 0 comments - ›› more ...

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Placement of power line pole to be decided soon

1/6/2009

Leesburg residents who live on Wage Drive should soon know the exact placement of a power transmission line tower proposed to be built near their homes. | 0 comments - ›› more ...

St. Louis murder trial pushed back

1/6/2009

Terence Edward Dade will have to wait until June to find out if a jury will convict him in the April 30, 2008, slaying of a  21-year-old St. Louis man. | 0 comments - ›› more ...

Riding into the new year

1/6/2009

Lauren Caplin, 14, Jason Whaples, 13, Claire Whaples, 12, and Cole Warner, 13, of Leesburg, take a hayride during the First Night celebrations in downtown Leesburg on New Year's Eve.--Times-Mirror Photos/Greg Nash | 0 comments - ›› more ...

Ashburn’s newest resident is Loudoun’s first baby of 2009

1/6/2009

Justin Philip Tull debuted on Planet Earth at 1:16 a.m. Jan. 1 – the first baby of the new year born at Inova Loudoun Hospital’s Birthing Inn. | 0 comments - ›› more ...

Politics: state leaders ask for input

1/6/2009

Before the General Assembly convenes for its 2009 session, representatives from Loudoun's delegation will meet with residents to listen to their concerns. | 0 comments - ›› more ...

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Panthers earn solid win

1/6/2009

"That was a good win," affirmed Potomac Falls coach Jeff Hawes as he emerged from the home locker room to speak with reporters after his Panthers outlasted the visiting Loudoun County Raiders 72-65 Jan. 5. | 0 comments - ›› more ...

Jurado decides verdicts on the mat

1/6/2009

In Spanish, Jimmy Jurado's last name means "jury." Considering that the outcome on the mat is usually up to the Heritage High School senior wrestler, it seems appropriate. | 0 comments - ›› more ...

Springman to join Tribe

1/6/2009

Stone Bridge High School offensive lineman Trevor Springman accepted a scholarship offer Jan. 3 to attend The College of William & Mary in Williamsburg next fall. | 0 comments - ›› more ...

Starting Lineup

1/6/2009

Broad Run High School softball coach Ed Steele and assistant Dave Morris were honored as the nation's top coaching staff recently at the National Fastpitch Coaches Association convention in Marco Island, Fla. | 0 comments - ›› more ...

Varsity schedule

1/6/2009

Here's a look at the upcoming winter sports schedule. | 0 comments - ›› more ...

Basketball Standings

1/6/2009

Freedom and Loudoun County are tied for the Dulles District lead in girls' hoops, while Potomac Falls and Dominion are undefeated in Dulles boys' action through Jan. 5. | 0 comments - ›› more ...

Falcon swimmers fly past Patriots

1/6/2009

The Briar Woods Falcons swim teams earned decisive victories in a Dulles District meet with the host Park View Patriots Jan. 3 at Claude Moore Recreation Center. | 0 comments - ›› more ...

Varsity recaps

1/6/2009

A record-setting performance lifted Loudoun County to a girls' basketball win Jan. 5. Park View and Loudoun Valley earned girls' hoops victories Jan. 3, while County won a pair on the wrestling mat. | 0 comments - ›› more ...

Tryouts & Announcements: Jan. 6

1/6/2009

Check out the options among many community sports. | 0 comments - ›› more ...

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New year brings new hope

1/6/2009

As we flip our calendars from 2008 to 2009, there is considerable optimism that things will get better in the new year. That hopeful spirit is not confined to Loudoun County, though it is alive and well here. | 0 comments - ›› more ...

Supervisors should approve the Redskins deal

1/2/2009

It's hard to say "no" to a team with three Super Bowl trophies and a ravenous fan base that extends throughout the region, if not the country. | 1 comment - ›› more ...

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Winemakers are not whining about business

1/5/2009

"For me, whenever I'm sad, I drink," confessed Bora Baki, co-owner of Hillsborough Vineyards near Hillsboro, where sales increased in 2008. "But whenever I'm happy, I drink. So, I don't know, maybe wine is recession-proof." | 0 comments - ›› more ...

$200,900 gets you a butler, chef and your very own inaugural ball

1/5/2009

The country might be in a deep recession, but one local resort is still betting that the deep-pocketed, jet-setting crowd has not stopped spending. | 0 comments - ›› more ...

Koofers.com: Take a look before you take the test

1/5/2009

For most students, final exams can make or break a college semester. So to ensure he's prepared, Virginia Tech University senior John Politte pores over class notes, textbooks and, of all things, a copy of the test he is about to take. | 0 comments - ›› more ...

Briefs

1/5/2009

More Loudoun business news | 0 comments - ›› more ...

By the numbers

1/5/2009

13.2 percent | 0 comments - ›› more ...

Nonprofits, banks asked to give input on state aid

1/5/2009

The Loudoun County Division of Housing and Community Development will hold two meetings this week to seek input from nonprofit organizations and banks in Loudoun County on how it should spend state money earmarked to help communities deal with vacant homes. The meetings are: | 0 comments - ›› more ...

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Their incredible, edible art

12/31/2008

Local couple tops terrific cakes with great art: Although the couple look like your average suburban pair dropping in at a local Starbucks, Mary and David Supley Foxworth, of Reston, are actually owners of and bakers for one of the Washington metropolitan area's hidden secrets, MallowDrama, a bakery that specializes in cupcakes, truffles and dramatic-occasion cakes. | 0 comments - ›› more ...

Last Night, First Night

12/31/2008

First Night Leesburg: Wednesday, Dec. 31, 6 p.m.-midnight throughout downtown Leesburg. This is an alcohol-free community celebration of the arts for people of all ages. Leesburg will host more than 100 performances at 20 indoor locations, including board rooms, lobbies, courtrooms, church sanctuaries, parish halls and other locations. Performances include jazz, classical music, puppet shows, bluegrass, folk music, rock 'n' roll and magicians. First Night concludes at midnight with traditional Grand Illumination gathering on the courthouse green. | 0 comments - ›› more ...

Calendar

12/31/2008

Friday, Jan. 2 - Swing Dance with Daryl Davis Band. Beginner lesson 8:30 p.m.; dance 9 p.m.-1 a.m. Hilton Washington Dulles Airport Hotel, 13869 Park Center Road, Herndon. With dancers Tom Koerner, Debra Sternberg. $15. 703-359-9882, www.gottaswing.com. | 0 comments - ›› more ...

Snow Business

12/31/2008

Pets at The Homestead. The Homestead in Hot Springs in Virginia's Allegheny Mountains has a new pet-friendly policy. Two pets 40 pounds or less are allowed per room. The cost is $50 per pet per night. Dogs and cats and their owners stay in the Garden Wing, in rooms overlooking a stretch of lawn designated for pet play. Dogs can be exercised on most of the resort's self-guided hiking trails. Pets receive a special treat. | 0 comments - ›› more ...

On Exhibit

12/31/2008

Art galleries and exhibits are found throughout Loudoun and Fairfax. Here is a rundown of what is showing where and for how long. - Museum of Sporting Art. A gallery at the Museum of Sporting Art at Vine Hill, 102 The Plains Road, Middleburg, will be open beginning New Year’s Day, 2-4 p.m. This will be a preview of the museum, which is to open in 2010. Works of art from the National Sporting Library's permanent collection will be on display. | 0 comments - ›› more ...

Class Acts

12/31/2008

The following is a list of classes in the Loudoun and Fairfax area: Watercolor classes. Thursday evenings and Friday mornings starting Jan. 15. Round Hill Arts Center, 6 W. Loudoun St. New six-week series with Catherine Hillis for beginners and intermediates. Call 540-338-5050 or visit www.roundhillarts.org. | 0 comments - ›› more ...

On Stage

12/31/2008

The following is a list of upcoming productions and auditions in the Loudoun-Fairfax area: Productions -'Sunshine Boys': The BITWC-Imagine That!! Dinner Theatre at Magnolias at the Mill in Purcellville presents "The Sunshine Boys" by Neil Simon and directed by Marian Sweet Sunday, Jan. 11; Monday, Jan. 12; and Wednesday, Jan. 14. Dinner is at 6 p.m., performance at 7:30 p.m. Cost is $65 for dinner, show, tax and tip. For reservations, call 540-554-8889. | 0 comments - ›› more ...

Book Marks

12/31/2008

Friday, Jan. 16-Saturday, Jan. 17 - Poetry Weekend. Joel Dias-Porter (aka DJ Renegade) will read Friday evening, Jan. 16, at 7 p.m. and host the Poetry Slam at Foxcroft School, 22407 Foxhound Lane, Middleburg. Claudia Emerson, Virginia’s Poet Laureate and winner of the 2006 Pulitzer Prize for Poetry, will read from her work at 10 a.m. Saturday for the Paul K. Bergen Poetry Festival. There will also be formal and informal readings by students and faculty. This is open to the public. Call 540-687-5555. | 0 comments - ›› more ...

Entry Levels

12/31/2008

Studio Tour. Applications are available for artists who wish to participate in the fourth annual Western Loudoun Artists Studio Tour, scheduled for June 20-21. Applications must be postmarked by Jan. 31; applicants will be notified in mid-February. | 0 comments - ›› more ...

On the Road Again

12/31/2008

Senior citizen trips. Loudoun County Parks, Recreation and Community Services is offering trips for senior citizens 55 and older to New Orleans, Las Vegas and the Grand Canyon. Trips are by motor coach and include stops en route to and from the destination. Price includes transportation, lodging with continental breakfast, most dinners and all attractions. | 0 comments - ›› more ...

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