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Nature cam captures wildlife in front of the perfect holiday backdrop

December 22, 2021 Lia Hobel 1

Look too quickly, and you may think it’s photoshop. But in fact, these animals are real and are exploring a wonderful Christmas display in one curious animal lover’s backyard. Ashburn resident Donna Eberle knew her […]

Sterling Woman Bakes Holiday Baklava to Raise Money for Pediatric Patients

December 21, 2021 Lia Hobel Comments Off

Christmas is the time for baking. While many are icing sugar cookies to enjoy with loved ones, Joanne Canellos, of Sterling, has been hard at work making baklava. This is a layered pastry dessert filled […]

Ashburn Waitress Receives a Tip of a Lifetime

December 16, 2021 Lia Hobel Comments Off

Let’s spread Christmas cheer by paying it forward. That was the thinking behind 19 business professionals, made up of realtors, mortgage lenders, title loan officers, who all gathered at an Ashburn IHOP on Wednesday morning. […]

Securing Warmth: Hypothermia Shelter Reopens for Homeless Adults in Loudoun

November 15, 2021 Lia Hobel Comments Off

The Loudoun County Hypothermia Shelter is now open to those experiencing homelessness. The shelter, located at 19520 Meadowview Court in Leesburg, will be open on a nightly basis between 6:30 p.m. and 7 a.m. until […]

Washington Football Player Charles Leno Jr. Pays the Rent and Utilities for Local Breast Cancer Patient

October 22, 2021 Lia Hobel Comments Off

The new left tackle Washington Football Team player has been making an impact on and off the field. Charles Leno Jr. has always made a point to help his community. Since his arrival to Washington, […]

Project Horse Becomes Newest Program for the Arc of Loudoun

October 21, 2021 Lia Hobel Comments Off

Project Horse, a program that connects people in need of renewed hope and confidence with rehabilitated rescue horses, will now join an impactful array of programs run by the Arc of Loudoun. The nonprofit serves […]

Leesburg’s Award-Winning Haunted House, Shocktober, Opens For Its 11th Season

September 30, 2021 Lia Hobel Comments Off

The historic Paxton Manor in Leesburg has once again transformed into the scariest haunted house and is now ready for visitors. Enter if you dare, that is. Shocktober has been named the fifth scariest Haunted […]

Ryan Bartel Foundation Helps Students and Parents Prepare for the School Year

September 1, 2021 Lia Hobel Comments Off

As families embrace the return to school in-person full time for the first time in more than a year, many students are excited, but many are also anxious. The Ryan Bartel Foundation recently reached out […]

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Hope Quilts Now on Display at the Loudoun Government Center

July 8, 2021 Lia Hobel Comments Off

A group of quilts that help tell the story of the COVID-19 pandemic are now on display at the Loudoun County Government Center. The quilt squares were made by artists, quilters, children and members of […]

Ladies Board of Inova Loudoun Awards Nursing Scholarships Totaling $62,000

June 10, 2021 Lia Hobel Comments Off

The Ladies Board of Inova Loudoun Hospital has awarded 29 nursing scholarships in the amount of $62,000. The nurses either live or work in Loudoun County. The recipients are enrolled in LPN, BSN, RN, MSN […]

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