Entries in Living in LoCo for December 2008
Posted by Erica Garman at 2:01 p.m. on December 31, 2008
Hundreds Pay Final Respects to Lt. Patton
The Sterling United Methodist Church pews were filled, as were folding chairs that had to be set up in the narthex and fellowship hall, with mourners paying tribute to the life of John B. Patton Jr. of Sterling. Read full entry and discussion »
A Look Back: LoCo in 2008
Perhaps years from now we’ll get a good laugh looking back at 2008 in Loudoun County. Actually, it’s pretty easy to laugh at right now. Read full entry and discussion »
Loudoun Mourns Passing of Lt. John Patton
Loudoun County Sheriff's Office 2nd Lieutenant John B. Patton, Jr. passed away unexpectedly at his home on Saturday, Dec. 27, of an apparent heart attack. Read full entry and discussion »
2008 Foreclosures Mostly in Sterling, Leesburg
A map pinpointing the location of Loudoun County home foreclosures through this year's third quarter was presented to attendees of a LoCo economic and housing forecast summit sponsored earlier this month by the Dulles Area Association of Realtors. Read full entry and discussion »
Posted by Erica Garman at 11:21 a.m. on December 26, 2008
Where to Dispose of the Tannenbaum
Instead of leaving the tree by the curb with your other household waste, you may want to consider a “greener” approach to disposing of your conifer. Read full entry and discussion »
Posted by LoudounExtra.com staff at 9:00 a.m. on December 25, 2008
Holidays on the Farm
For farmers, the holidays are not as idyllic and tranquil as most people might think. Actually, holidays are work days when the owners work and the staff is off. Read full entry and discussion »
Another Addition to the Blog
Dusty Smith of Ashburn is joining us a local correspondent for Living in LoCo, and he has written an introduction item below. Read full entry and discussion »
Posted by Erica Garman at 1:16 p.m. on December 23, 2008
Last-Minute Gifts with Heart
Last-minute gifts can often appear rushed and thoughtless. So if you still have a few presents left to buy this holiday season, try these last minute gift ideas. Read full entry and discussion »
Loudoun Congregation Celebrates First Night of Hanukkah
The shamash, and a candle representing the first of the eight nights of Hanukkah, were lit on the menorah last night during a communal celebration at the Beth Chaverim Reform Congregation in Ashburn. Read full entry and discussion »
LoCo Week in Review
For those of you who have been busy with holiday planning or others of you who just haven’t had a chance to dip into the news, here’s a quick round-up of some of the biggest LoCo stories of the week. Read full entry and discussion »
Longtime Mall Santa Is Replaced by Two Jolly Elves
Two new Clauses are at Dulles Town Center this year, replacing the mall's first and longtime Santa, Rip Mann. Read full entry and discussion »
Posted by LoudounExtra.com staff at 8:52 a.m. on December 17, 2008
Keeping the Kids Busy During the Holiday Break
Christmas is coming, and we face the yearly problem of how to keep the kids entertained for the two-week-long winter break. Read full entry and discussion »
Orbital a 'Bright Star' in Loudoun Economy
With a contract backlog of over $4 billion, Orbital is on a growth mission. Read full entry and discussion »
Waters, Miller Seek to Revisit Redskins Deal
Supervisors Lori Waters and Stevens Miller sent a letter to us regarding their plans to revisit plans for a marketing deal with the Washington Redskins. Read full entry and discussion »
Anti-Hospital Petitions Contain Errors
A fair amount of petition signatures that were submitted to the Loudoun County Board of Supervisors by opponents of the Broadlands Regional Medical Center appear to be inaccurate. Read full entry and discussion »
South Village Homeowner Paints Over Symbol
It appears that the controversy over a driveway religious painting in South Village is nearing an end. Read full entry and discussion »
LoCo to Reconsider Redskins Agreement?
Supervisor Stevens Miller said he plans to ask the Board of Supervisors next week to reconsider a marketing deal with the Washington Redskins. Read full entry and discussion »
Posted by Erica Garman at 11:31 a.m. on December 11, 2008
Local Collector Releases Book of Sporting Art
In addition to the recently released Purcellville anthology, here's another new Loudoun book that would make an excellent holiday gift for the art lover who lives or longs for a life of horsemanship and hunting. Read full entry and discussion »
Recession Crashes LoCo Holiday Parties
Economic woes are forcing some Loudoun companies to scale back on holiday parties this year. Read full entry and discussion »
Posted by LoudounExtra.com staff at 3:16 p.m. on December 9, 2008
Keeping LoCo Kids Safe Online
The Blue Ridge Middle School has been hosting a series of workshops called "Technology and Our Children's Safety," and even though I've worked online for several years, I was able to learn a lot from the discussions so far. Read full entry and discussion »
Economy Hasn’t Dimmed East Juniper Avenue
Tough times have not deterred homeowners on East Juniper Avenue in Sterling from displaying their annual holiday decorations. Read full entry and discussion »
For Rent: LoCo Housing for Inauguration Week
Loudoun innkeepers and homeowners are hoping to cash in on the inauguration buzz. Read full entry and discussion »
Ashburn’s Kaitlyn Maher to Sing at National Tree Lighting
Kaitlyn Maher, the 4-year-old who wowed the country on "America's Got Talent," will perform tonight at the 85th lighting of the National Christmas Tree in Washington, D.C. Read full entry and discussion »
Obama Back in LoCo? And Dulles Ranks Low
The Journey Through Hallowed Ground, a historical preservation organization based in Loudoun, is urging President-elect Barack Obama to consider taking a trip through Loudoun on his way to the Lincoln Memorial to start his inaugural day activities. Read full entry and discussion »
LoCo Gets Thrifty
Is thrift the new black? Read full entry and discussion »
Is Loudoun County a Team Player?
Redskins football and minor league baseball are on the agenda for discussion at today's Board of Supervisors business meeting. Read full entry and discussion »
Living La Vida Eco
Whenever I tell anyone that I live in EcoVillage, a small community north of Leesburg, I get one of two reactions: People are either really interested to learn more about it or they think I'm "some kinda tree hugger." Read full entry and discussion »
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