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Bill Snead uses photography, words, sound and video to report stories like few others. Snead was a Pulitzer runner-up and White House Photographer of the Year while working at The Washington Post for 21 years. In 1993, he returned to his hometown, Lawrence, Kan., to run the newsroom at the Journal-World, where his career began in 1954. In early 2007, Snead returned to the Post. His "up close and personal" stories about the people of Loudoun County can be found on LoudounExtra.com and the printed version, Loudoun Extra. Learn more about Bill Snead »
Seasons of Love: Loudoun's Living Valentines
Veterans of many Valentine's Days, these couples Bill Snead photographed these couples the Loudoun County Senior Center at Cascades, where they often participate in activities. "They are the epitome of what love means to me: Two people who have stayed the course through thick and thin, year in and year out, through both the good times and the bad, and somehow manage to remain practically inseparable," center assistant Erik Onate said. "They have this special bond that brings others closer in friendship and community."
Through the Eyes of a First-Grader
Bill Snead visited the first-grade class of Ceci Albecker at Guilford Elementary School toward the end of the 2007 school year. He spent the day getting to know the students and their teacher, learning about what it's like to be in the first grade. Click below for an interactive graphic that includes a video of each student, read his story and watch an audio slideshow with photos from his day in the first grade.
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Big Ice Rink Lures the Smallest Skaters
The Ashburn Ice House is a gathering place for many in the Loudoun community. Multimedia storyteller Bill Snead spent an afternoon at the rink, watching skating lessons and talking with people to learn more about how the tots learn to walk on water.
'The Hamilton Baby Sitter'
Edie Rokus, 88, spent the first part of her life working as a seamstress in clothing factories in Pennsylvania. After she retired, she moved to Loudoun where she baby-sat children in her Hamilton home for 25 years. Edie now lives in Purcellville. Bill Snead spent a day with her while she looked through old photographs and talked about her life and 'her children.'
Couples: 8 Years Later, Sterling Couple Says 'I Do'
Before Christine and Bill Saltenberger's wedding, Bill Snead talked with them about when and how they met (at MCI), how they spent years nurturing a friendship, how Bill tried desperately to propose at a number of romantic California vistas but was repeatedly foiled, and about their plans for the future. The two were married May 12 at Raspberry Plain in Leesburg.
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On a Mission in His Own Back Yard
Bob Lyon's "calling" is moths. He has spent the past couple decades exploring the creatures that live in the back yard of his rural Loudoun County home. Lyon spent the better part of his life a s a civil engineer; he now spends his spare time photographing, cataloging and learning about the flora and fauna in Loudoun County.
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Pigeons, Teacher Help Forge Tight-Knit Class
Bill Snead spent a day with the first-grade class of Sue Ann Gleason at Cedar Lane Elementary School in Ashburn. Click below for an interactive graphic that includes a video of each student, read his story and see photos from his day in the first grade.
Couples: A Chance Meeting Meant to Be
Before Ben and Katy Prime's wedding, Bill Snead sat down and talked with them about when and how they met, how Ben proposed at a frozen New England lake and what their honeymoon plans were (Antigua). The two were married May 12 at the Belmont Country Club in Ashburn, and Snead was there to document the big day in photographs.
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Tales of Peepers and Thieves On a Soggy Night in Loudoun
Snead spent a rainy 11-hour shift with Loudoun sheriff's deputy Kim Holway. While there wasn't a whole lot of action during the shift due to the weather, Holway talked extensively about her experiences on the force -- including being the only woman on the elite SWAT team.
Marion's Marvelous Journey
The little town of Hillsboro straddles Route 9 about 11 miles west of Leesburg, close to the West Virginia line. Nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains, it has one store, sleeps a little more than 100 people and is the smallest town in Loudoun County. Marion Virts has spent the past 30-some years in Hillsboro.
Decades Later, Sisters Never Miss a Sunday
Multimedia journalist Bill Snead traveled to the First Baptist Church-Watson for a glimpse of a historic church whose members are looking toward the future. Relying on its pastor and four sisters who have attended the church for decades, the rural church is trying to attract worshippers through its message and lively services. For more than half of a century, the church has served as a second home to the four siblings, who have lived nearby their entire lives.
2007 Prom Photos
Multimedia journalist Bill Snead and Washington Post photographer Lucian Perkins attended several Loudoun County high school proms this spring. Look through the galleries for to see Loudoun youth on their big night.
Videos
Lively Service at First Baptist Church-Watson
Many members of First Baptist Church Watson have been attending services there for more than 50 years. Today, the lively congregation welcomes worshippers from all backgrounds. Watch video »
Marion Virts: Longtime Loudoun Resident
Marion Virts has spent many years in or near Hillsboro, the smallest town in Loudoun County. Multimedia storyteller Bill Snead wanted to see what keeps her going. Watch an audio slideshow about Marion and her life.
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