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s many in Northern Virginia waited for election results to roll in last Tuesday, likely keeping a close watch on how their party would fare, Wendy Wooley was waiting for a different voter tally. She wasn’t rooting for a particular candidate but instead for the approval of the $162.9 million school bond referendum. Minutes after the polls closed, she pulled up a Web link to the Loudoun

County Voter Registrar’s spreadsheet and watched the numbers trickle in, precinct by precinct, with her breath held. “I was worried,” she said. “I didn’t want to take anything for granted.” As a member of Loudoun’s Citizen Volunteer Workgroup, a joint advisory committee of the School Board and Board of Supervisors, Wooley was tasked with drumming up support for the Academies of Loudoun in the months leading up to Election Day. The school bond question—approved by 66 percent of voters last week—included funding for

an elementary school and a middle school, but the largest ticket item is the $114.6 million Academies of Loudoun. The project, now planned for a 2018 opening, will combine expanded versions of the advanced high school the Academy of Science and the county’s career and technical school, C.S. Monroe Technology Center, as well as the new Academy of Engineering and Technology. Voters did more than approve how the project would be funded, as Wooley, a parent of a teenager who “lives and breathes robotics,” sees it. They showed their support for a project that has been pushed down the priority list for more

than a decade to make room for new elementary, middle and high schools. “It’s more than just a school,” she said. “It truly is a STEM initiative that involves the entire community of Loudoun County.”

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The committee’s recommendation incited lots of comments in Loudoun and elsewhere. But the board’s action last week came with barely any discussion. “I will say I’ve been unequivocal from day one with everybody on this board that, under no circumstances, would I support a raise or salary adjustment for the next board coming into office, and I stand by that,” Supervisor Ralph M. Buona (R-Ashburn) said before making the motion to table. And Supervisor Matthew F. LetourContinued on Page 45

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oudoun County supervisors won’t be getting a pay raise anytime soon. The Board of Supervisors voted unanimously last week to table indefinitely a proposal to raise its chairman’s salary by $20,000 and individual supervisors’ pay by $10,000. Currently, Board Chairman Scott K. York (R-At Large) earns $50,000, Vice Chairman Shawn M. Williams (R-Broad Run) is paid $45,320 and the remaining members of the board are compensated $41,200 each. The board’s’ finance committee voted Oct. 14 to recommend that the full board make the pay increases, which wouldn’t have been effective until the next Board of Supervisors takes office in January 2016. State law stipulates that supervisors currently in office can’t vote to raise their own pay.

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proponents for use of the sensors, recently presented two alternative options to Brain Sentry’s devices. One is the Riddell InSite sensor pad that’s placed inside the helmet and the other is a device by Shockbox, which sends an alert to a connected smart phone if an athlete takes a hard hit. The parents have said they will purchase the devices and collect and track all data, but are just looking for approval from the school system for their children to use them in practice and games. Administrators stopped a Loudoun Valley football practice in August when several players attached Brain Sentry sensors, which were purchased by parents, to their helmets. Players were told they could not play if they used the sensors. Tim Cocrane, athletic trainer at Potomac Falls High School, told School Board members he was speaking on behalf of many of the county’s athletic trainers when he said there Continued on Page 15

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he organizers of Saturday’s massive countywide Scouting For Food drive were still tallying their results this week, but the donations are well-timed as Loudoun’s food pantries gear up for their busiest time of the year. Last year, the youth-powered effort netted more than 104,000 pounds of food donations divided among Loudoun Interfaith Relief, Tree of Life Food Pantry, Western Loudoun Food Pantry, Messiah’s Market, Seven Loaves, LINK, and Catholic Charities. While 2014 totals weren’t available by press time, Loudoun Interfaith Relief Executive Director Jennifer Montgomery said more than 25,000 pounds of food was delivered and sorted at the food pantry’s Leesburg storage facility Saturday. And she said the scouts’ work is critical to the organization’s effort to meet the need of county residents, especially during the upcoming holiday season.

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oudoun Interfaith Relief Director Jennifer Montgomery and her staff are just days away from the annual Thanksgiving distribution. But demand is sharply up, donations through food drives are slightly down and more donations, particularly $10 grocery gift cards, are needed if the county’s largest food pantry is to meet the need during the Nov. 20-22 distribution. “We’ve handed out almost 90,000 pounds of more food during the fourmonth period July 13-Oct. 13 this year than we did during the same period in 2013,” Montgomery said this week. That’s a 22 percent increase, she said. The LIR staff also has noticed a 13 percent increase over the past two months in people seeking services, according to Montgomery. She and her staff have been racking their brains for the reason for the sizeable increase of those needing assistance. “Food expenses are up and, although people are finding jobs, wages are stagnant. At the same time, the cost of living is increasing, as are medical costs and people are having to work multiple jobs just to make ends meet,” Montgomery said. Food donations are only slightly down, but the significant rise in the number of people needing assistance has put a big dent in supplies. “We give out 3,500 pounds a day—to between 75 and 85 families six days a week,” Montgomery said, noting last Saturday, the food pantry gave food supplies to 92 families. On average, 10 pounds of food goes out the door with each person. If one assumes 85 families, that’s 85 gallons of milk, orange juice, or 85 cartons of eggs, when available. “That’s a lot of food,” Montgomery said of the weekly

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supply that is intended only to be a supplement to clients’ food supplies. Montgomery has a pretty extensive knowledge of the social services field and human needs around the county, having run the Loudoun Free Clinic, worked for Loudoun Cares and now heads Loudoun Interfaith Relief, but even she is shocked by the amount of need. “I did not know or realize the volume of people who need extra help over the holidays,” she said. Montgomery cited the case of one woman who was proud of not having had to ask for assistance for six months, but her car broke down and she couldn’t afford to manage her car repair costs as well as food. “That’s why we are here,” Montgomery said. LIR is working to provide Thanksgiving dinner baskets to some 2,000 families Nov. 20-22. Residents and businesses are encouraged to dig deep and help fill the shortage of needed supplies. There are two ways to help: One is to conduct a food drive in the neighborhood, at work or church, or among friends to collect items such as boxed potatoes, canned sweet potatoes, stuffing, canned vegetables, gravy, cranberry sauce and baking items for families to make at home. A huge need each year is for $10 grocery gift cards to help families buy a turkey or other meat. Each basket gets a gift card, so $20,000 in gift cards would be needed to meet this year’s demand. The cards and food donations may be dropped off Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m. or Saturday from 8:30 a.m.-noon. The LIR Pantry is located at 750 Miller Drive SE, Suite A-1 in Leesburg. Donations also may be made on line at www. interfaithrelief.org. For information, call 703-7775911. n

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oudoun County student athletes will not be allowed to use helmet impact sensors, school system administrators concluded last week. After months of debate among parents, athletic trainers and the sensor providers over whether the new technology can help curb concussions on the field, Deputy Superintendent Ned Waterhouse said the administration has decided not to allow the devices in practices or games. “I don’t think [the school system’s] mission is to do research in sports medicine or researching in validating devices like this,” Waterhouse told members of the School Board’s Health, Safety and Transportation Committee at a Nov. 5 meeting. “I’m not saying we should never use helmet sensors. I’m saying right now we’re making a responsible decision to decline to

do a helmet sensor pilot or study in our high schools.” Last March, Bethesda, MD-based company Brain Sentry offered to outfit every Loudoun County football and lacrosse player with helmet impact sensors, and Inova’s Neuroscience Research program offered to track data obtained from the sensors free of charge to the school system. The sensors light up when an athlete takes a hit to the head at 80G or more, indicating he or she should be checked for a concussion. Loudoun County Public Schools declined the offer, citing concerns raised by high school athletic trainers that the sensors had not yet been sufficiently tested, that athletes wearing the devices may be targeted on the field and that the sensors use could result in false positives or negatives that would hinder trainers’ ability to accurately treat athletes. Parents of Loudoun Valley High School football players, who have been the leading

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to give an annual report on the number of concussions at each school and sport. Dee Howard, mother of a Loudoun Valley football player who’s pushed for the use of the sensors since last fall, was commended by Waterhouse for her work and research into various devices on the market. In an interview following the committee meeting, Howard expressed her disappointment and concern that Loudoun schools are not doing all they can to protect student-athletes. “I could have thousands of parents show up to meetings and I still don’t think they’d allow it,” she said. “If we’re willing to pay for it for our kids, I think we should have the right to use these sensors.” Following last week’s meeting, School Board member Bill Fox (Leesburg), who does not sit on the Health, Safety and Transportation Committee, said he plans to research available options and then decide whether to formally request more discussion by the full board. “I tend to think that further open discussion and transparency on this question would be a positive thing.” n

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Tips to Stay on Holiday Budgets & Stretch Your Shopping Dollars (StatePoint) The holiday season is a time of friends, family, and good cheer.  But it can also be a time of pressure, arguments, obligations and spending money – lots of money. “People get caught up in the season, the lights and emotions of the holiday, often allowing their good financial sense to take a holiday too,” says Michael McAuliffe, president of Family Credit Management (FCM), a non-profit credit-counseling agency. “Even if you do make your list, check it twice and stick to it, it’s a lot easier to save smaller in-

crements in advance, rather than come up with several hundred dollars later,” says McAuliffe. So what can you start doing today to enjoy a merry season free of financial stress? c Create a list of everyone you are buying presents for and set a strict dollar amount. c Open a savings account reserved for your holiday spending. When the holidays are over, start saving for next year in the same account. While some banks still offer “Christmas club” accounts, they often have higher interest rates than traditional savings accounts. An online savings ac-

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count makes scheduling deposits on each payday easier and can help ensure your success. c Figure out what you need to put aside each payday and fund the savings account every chance you get. c Start a list of gift ideas and start watching for those sales. And be mindful of return policies. Failure to plan can lead to a real financial catastrophe, say experts.  “It never fails that every January we are swamped with people who overspent and underplanned for their holiday spending,” says Sarabeth

O’Neil, director of development for FCM. Between entertaining guests, traveling, decorating the home and giving gifts, it’s no secret that the holidays come with a price tag. More sensible holiday spending tips and free financial planning tools are available at www.FamilyCredit.org. Rather than spending mindlessly this holiday, you can take steps to avoid maxxed-out credit cards, empty bank accounts and other seasonal pitfalls.

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Having a Plan Helps Make Holiday Entertaining Easy, Fun (BPT) – The holidays are just around the corner, which means family and friends will soon get together at your home to celebrate. Whether you’re hosting large or intimate gatherings, having a game plan in place well in advance of your event is essential. With a few simple steps, you can jump-start holiday entertaining – and increase your own enjoyment at the event. c Theme It: Whether you’re hosting your gettogether in November, December or into the new year, there’s simplicity in creating a theme and sticking to it. For inspiration, check out your favorite holiday films or books; or peruse home and garden magazines or online outlets for creative entertaining ideas. Once you have a theme chosen, the rest

of the details will quickly begin to fall into place. The theme can involve the types of food and drink served, the colors and types of decorations you decide to use, or even your guests’ attire. c Plan It: Send out invitations well before the get-together. Invites can be extended through the mail in a creative way, like a holiday card or a small gift box or cookie tin that guests can bring to the party to take home edible favors. To save time and money, manage party invitations online. These sites can help you keep track of guest lists, send reminders and even generate post-event thank-you notes, ensuring you remain on-task, with minimal effort. Two weeks prior to your party date, take some time to prepare the menu. This will ensure ample time to pick up all the needed grocery items, find any specialty items and avoid last minute runs to the store. Search for recipes with common ingredients and varying preparation times, so you can space out your cooking and baking in the days leading up to your event. Begin setting tables and decorating several days prior to your party. c Stage It: Consider whether your gathering will be a sit-down meal or more of a standingroom affair. If you’re only serving drinks and hors d’oeuvres, consider clearing out areas for guests to converse. To keep guests mingling from room to room, strategically space out the food and beverages throughout the areas. If you are serving a full-

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Nonprofit Helps Students Deal Openly With Depression

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t 26 years old, Jennifer Marshall was diagnosed with bipolar disorder. In the nine years that followed, she was hospitalized four times, prescribed a medley of medication and underwent therapy with a psychiatrist. But she found that sharing her story—publically—became just as important in her recovery. She started a blog in 2011, first writing anonymously about what it was like to live with a mental health disorder. “Through the course of writing, I found there were people sharing their story more openly than I was,” she said. “I really just wanted to take off the mask and not be ashamed of it anymore.” So about two years ago she started writing blog posts with her name attached. Now, the Ashburn mother of two wants to give others who struggle with mental illness that same support and an opportunity take off their masks. “There’s power in sharing your story, so I thought how great would it be to empower other people to share their stories in a creative way,” she said. Last year, she teamed with Anne Marie Ames—who she met at a jewelry party—to start This Is My Brave, a nonprofit that offers a new take on the traditional support groups and brings that concept to the stage. The organization has put on two performances—a sold-out show in Arlington in May and a second show at Briar Woods High School in Ashburn Oct. 26—with 14 cast members sharing their stories of recovery from mental illness through music, poetry and essays. The performance in Ashburn was followed by a question-and-answer session with area psychiatrists and a request for everyone in

the audience to get connected, and stay connected, with those at This Is My Brave, a growing group of support. “We want this to be a community for people to come together and continuously be sharing their stories,” Marshall said. She and Ames’ share a goal of eventually bringing This Is My Brave into Loudoun County’s high schools, where debunking the stigma of mental illness is most needed. “The stress that these kids are under—expectations that everyone has to leave high school with a 4.5 GPA in order to get into a state school—it’s just crazy,” Ames said. “It’s just Julie McCarter/Shoot Photo Inc. so concerning about what’s Anne Marie Ames, far left, and Jennifer Marshall speak during a performance of “This Is My Brave” at Briar Woods High happening in this county.” School. The two started a nonprofit to end the stigma of mental illness. Several teens have taken their lives in Loudoun County after a string of sinus infections. Typically a openness has empowered her, and freed her in in recent years, and Ames knows of three suicide attempts among Briar straight-A student, he was overwhelmed by the a lot of ways. “The strength I was able to gain amount of make-up work he had. from sharing my stories with others is incompaWoods students alone in the past year. Many families are either too embarrassed “Then he had panic attacks about going rable to any other,” she said. “I hope the stories back to school, and that spiraled into a deep the cast and I have shared can convey to people, to get help, or don’t know they need it. “There are parents having no idea their depression,” Ames said. “I felt so alone and iso- as cliché as it seems, that they are not alone and kids are struggling in silence, and we think it’s lated trying to find help for him. Then I started that their diagnosis is not a terminal one.” because mental illness has a stigma so they don’t talking about it and found that when you start Marshall and Ames encourage everytell anyone they need help,” Ames said. “Our sharing your story it helps and you find you’re one to share their stories via the This Is My Brave blog at http://thisismybrave.com. The full motto is: story-telling saves lives. If they’re shar- not alone.” Part of This Is My Brave’ s concept is to 90-minute performance can be viewed at on ing their stories, maybe they won’t get to that place where they feel there’s no way out, except have teens talking with teens. Of the eight cast YouTube, with the video ID: Uag3WVfRMZE. members in the Oct. 26 performance, two were Marshall and Ames also are working to committing suicide.” It was Ames’ teenage son’s battle with high school students, including Park View stu- raise $15,000 to bring to the This Is My Brave performance to Boston and Iowa. Donate to the depression and anxiety that prompted her to dent Katie Cline. help get This Is My Brave off the ground. About Cline is open about her struggle with effort at thisismybrave.org/tag/indiegogo. n three years ago, her son missed a lot of school depression, anxiety and cutting, and says that

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he Loudoun County School Board will consider changing its policy to allow an orthodontist to see patients at public schools via a mobile clinic. Board members indicated at their Oct. 28 meeting that they are interested in at least looking into the matter, after school division counsel Stephen DeVita informed them that they can, legally, allow an outside company to offer services on school property. Earlier this year, Lansdowne orthodontist Dr. Kelly Morgan got approval from the principals of three Ashburn middle schools, the director of middle school education and the school

system’s Risk Management Office to park her RV retrofitted as a mobile orthodontist clinic in the school parking lot. She’d like to see her 80-plus patients who attend Belmont Ridge, Trailside and Harper Park middle school for 15 minutes each during study hall to cut back on the amount of time they miss school to have their braces adjusted. But in May, school system administrators stepped in to say the School Board would need to approve a policy change before her mobile clinic could roll onto campus. Current policy states that “no school facility will be used for commercial or personal gain.” But DeVita told members of the School Board’s Facilities and Finance Committee that the board could allow companies to provide spe-

cific professional services as long as the policy is broad enough to accommodate all providers of that service. As Kevin Kuesters (Broad Run), chairman of the committee, put it, “We can’t discriminate against providers. If we say orthodontists can come, then all orthodontists can come.” Board members have expressed reservations about the idea, but some of their concerns were alleviated during the Oct. 28 committee meeting. Addressing concerns about who would be responsible for the children’s safety while they are checked out of school for treatment, Morgan said parents would sign out their children, walk them over to the clinic and then walk them back to the school office to sign them back in.

Tom Reed (At Large) spoke in support of that idea, noting that child care providers and martial arts gyms frequently pick students up from school with parents’ permission. “It works fine,” he said. Jennifer Bergel (Catoctin) said she has some concerns about giving the OK for a service to be offered to some students at a middle school but not everyone, in a school system that works to provide equal access to all. “I’m concerned that it’s elitist because not everyone can afford orthodontists,” she said. Morgan responded that her practice accepts Medicaid and also has a program in which students in need are treated for free. The School Board is expected to take up the policy change at its Dec. 9 meeting. n

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The third piece being considered for the Academies of Loudoun campus is a library that would be a community resource for all things STEM: science, technology, engineering and math. The Loudoun County Public Library Board of Trustees is urging county supervisors to include plans for a STEM library in its Capital Improvement Program, which serves as a road map for building projects over the next five years. For now, the vision for what Loudoun library leaders say is likely the first of its kind is a facility that encourages study in the four STEM fields. Library Board Chairman Mark Miller said he wants it to be more than books about STEM. It also should provide “makerspaces”—do-ityourself spaces—that give people a chance to test out a 3D printer, a laser or a microscope. It would be staffed with librarians who specialize in STEM material, and, similar to Loudoun’s other libraries, it would operate under the umbrella of the county government and be designed as an asset to all residents. It could be a resource for students and staff at the Academies of Loudoun, but also could host specialized programming for chil-

While talk of teaming with the library system and NVCC continues, school system leaders are seeking the input of another group of stakeholders: the men and woman who will one day employ today’s students. Input from industry leaders is vital as the academies take shape, School Board Chairman Eric Hornberger (Ashburn) said, because they know what skills students need to fill the jobs of the future. “We want to make sure we’re keeping this as fresh and cutting edge,” he said, “and the best way to do that is to incorporate people from the industry because they’re more likely to see what’s coming and what’s needed.” The School Board’s Ad Hoc Committee on the Academies of Loudoun will meet next month to talk about the best way to hear from leaders in the tech industry. Hornberger said appointing those in the business community to an advisory committee that reports to either Superintendent Eric Williams or the School Board is being considered. Their input will help guide the completely new Academy of Engineering and Technology. That academy will provide four-year programs where students take either computer science or integrated engineering courses freshmen and sophomore year and, in their junior and senior years, choose from certification, Advanced Placement, dual-enrollment or a variety of other advanced STEM courses. The educational programming also will guide the design of the building. Loudoun County is good at churning out elementary, middle and high schools because they’ve adopted a prototype. But the design for the Academies of Loudoun will come from a blank slate. “This isn’t a prototype, so it will take some time,” Hornberger said, noting that even the building will need to be designed with the next innovations, whatever they may be, in mind. “We’re designing something that, frankly, we know will have to evolve in the future.” He expects the design to be complete by next spring to stay on track for the facility to open in the fall of 2018. After decades of planning, and then replanning, for some form of the Academies of Loudoun, many in the education community are just appreciative that a timeline to build and open the facility has been set. But others may not be as patient. Said Hornberger: “One of the things I keep hearing from people is they’re not only in favor of the Academies of Loudoun, but they want to know why can’t we build it faster.” n

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design to what type of classes will be offered. A recent vote by the Loudoun County School Board formally encouraged talks about sharing part of the 119-acre Academies of Loudoun site along Sycolin Road with a STEM library—operated by the county’s public library system—and a Northern Virginia Community College satellite campus that would serve as a dual-enrollment STEM academy. NVCC has been looking to establish a second campus in Loudoun for several years. When School Board members heard this news a year ago, they told NVCC Provost Julie Leidig to consider co-locating it with the new academy. “When I heard that, it just seemed too good to pass up,” Liedig said this week. The plan is in its early stages, but Liedig envisions a campus that offers STEM-focused, dual-enrollment courses that allows high school students to earn college credits. Sharing a site also would help the college bolster its partnership with C.S. Monroe Technology Center, where students are already taking courses in IT, horticulture and automotive technology through the college. In addition, NVCC is considering moving its medical programming from Springfield to Loudoun, Liedig said. “We’re trying to keep the cost of college low,” she said. “So if we can partner with the high schools right on the same property with the students who are already technologicallyoriented and help them earn at least a year of college credit while they’re still in high school, that’s huge.”

dren on up to adults, who could use the facility for research. “Where libraries are going is not so much as the stacks and stacks of books, but more toward unique programming and as community centers,” Miller said. “We have that opportunity here.”

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The Loudoun Chamber presents “The State of Healthcare” Friday, Nov. 14 from 8 to 10 a.m. at Belmont Country Club. Details at loudounchamber.org.

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McCormick, Modern Mechanical Win Top Chamber Business Awards

usan McCormick, founder and owner of The Wellness Connection LLC, was named Entrepreneur of the Year at the Loudoun County Chamber of Commerce’s annual Small Business Awards banquet, and Modern Mechanical was selected

as the Small Business of the Year. The awards—along with honors in seven other categories—were presented Friday during the dinner at the National Conference Center. McCormick started The Wellness Connection in 2009, seven years after the death of

her first husband in an automobile wreck. At the time of his death, McCormick had a 10-weekold son, and she later lost her job as a senior vice president of sales when her company filed for bankruptcy. She underwent therapy, which changed her life in such a way that she wanted

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Susan McCormick, founder and owner of The Wellness Connection LLC, was named 2014 Entrepreneur of the Year.

Sheryl Martin’s Quail Creek Promotions was named Loudoun’s 2014 Home-Based Business of the Year.

Modern Mechanical COO Pete Danielson makes a toast to his staff after the company was named the 2014 Small Business of the Year Friday night. Modern Mechanical was named the chamber’s Service Business of the Year in 2011, and Mitchell was named Entrepreneur of the Year in 2013.

Loudoun Interfaith Relief Executive Director Jennifer Montgomery accepts the award for the 2014 Nonprofit Organization of the Year.

Michael Oaks and Kim Patterson, founders of the Re-Love it consignment shop in Purcellville, accept the award for 2014 Retailer of the Year.

Other Awards

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WINNER: Re-Love it - A Consignment Shoppe Other Finalists: DogGone Natural The Fun Shop, Inc. The Tack Box, Inc.

Business In Brief • Virginia Tire & Auto will open its 13th facility at One Loudoun. The car care center at 47705 Wellfleet Drive will be the company’s fourth location in Ashburn and sixth in Loudoun County. The center will include 12 bays—10 for repairs and two fast lube bays— free Wi-Fi, loaner cars and shuttle service and a children’s play area. Virginia Tire & Auto was named a “Top Shop in North America” by Tire Review magazine and twice named the “Best

WINNER: Loudoun Interfaith Relief, Inc. Other Finalists: Loudoun Therapeutic Riding, Inc. Loudoun Youth Soccer Association Windy Hill Foundation

WINNER: Primrose School of Ashburn Other Finalists: Comfenergy Duct Doctor USA Flow Yoga

Automotive Maintenance Service Provider” by Northern Virginia magazine. • For the second consecutive year, Nova Medical & Urgent Care Center was recognized for its website design during the eHealthcare Leadership Awards. This year, the practice’s website, www.novamedgroup.com, was awarded Silver level recognition for “Best Site Design” in the Medical Practice/Clinic category. The award ceremony took place Nov. 5 in Scottsdale, AZ, at the 18th annual Healthcare Internet Conference. Winners were selected from among more than 1,000 entries. “The demands of health-

Beverly Morton Billand’s The Restau- Primrose School of Ashburn was rant at Patowmack Farm was named named the 2014 Loudoun Service Loudoun’s 2014 Rural Business of Business of the Year. the Year.

Tourism & Entertainment Business of the Year

Technology Business of the Year

Rural Business of the Year

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care reform and an increasingly competitive environment have accelerated digital innovation,” Mark Gothberg, eHealthcare Leadership Awards chairman, stated. “Organizations have made major improvements in their websites, expanded use of social media and are employing mobile applications to engage current and prospective customers and enhance quality and operational efficiency.” Judges looked at how websites and other digital communications compared with others in their organization’s classification. They also reviewed entries based on a proprietary multi-point standard of Inter-

net excellence. The best overall Internet site category, for example, had to pass muster on more than 40 factors. • The Loudoun Small Business Development Center will offer a Start Your Business seminar Thursday, Nov. 13 from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the Mason Enterprise Center in Leesburg. Ruth Cope will lead participants through steps for successfully starting a small business, addressing taxes, licensing, business plan development, sources of financing, and marketing. Arthur Thompson, from Keyser Thompson

WINNER: Fabbioli Cellars Other Finalists: KING PINZ MacDowell Brew Kitchen

WINNER: The Restaurant at Patowmack Farm Other Finalists: Fields of Athenry Georges Mill Farm Artisan Cheese, LLC Serene Acres, LLC

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ness Connection. She later added fitness classes and nutritional counseling and eventually leased 4,200 square feet in January 2013 in Stone Ridge for a full-service wellness practice. The Wellness Connection now offers mental health services and counseling, psychological testing, psychiatric care, occupational and speech therapy, nutritional counseling, chiropractic services, acupuncture, massage, Chinese medicine and professional organizing help. The practice hosts workshops, support groups, c om mu n it y sponsored programs and a Co-founder Stephen Mackey farmers market. accepts the award after Mesh Classes in the Omnimedia was named the studio include 2014 Loudoun Technology Business of the Year. yoga, pilates, tai chi, boot camp and Zumba. The other finalists for Entrepreneur of the Year were: Megan Cartier of Flow Yoga; Justin Dobson of Comfenergy; and Christopher Little of Duct Doctor USA. The Small Business of the Year, Modern Mechanical, was formed in April 2010 and has quickly grown to a wellrespected heating, air-conditioning, plumbing and solar power provider with more than 20 employees. Modern Me c h an i c a l was named Doug and Colleen Fabbioli accept the chamber’s Fabbioli Cellars’ award as LoudService Busi- oun’s 2014 Tourism & Entertainness of the ment Business of the Year. Year in 2011, and founder Shawn Mitchell was named Entrepreneur of the Year last year. Modern Mechanical has separated itself from the more than 500 competitors in the market through extensive networking and community involvement. Its employees are actively involved in the Loudoun Chamber of Commerce, as well as its Young Professionals and Ambassadors committees, two Leadshare groups and other organizations. n

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or the second straight year, the majority of Loudoun County’s 13 varsity football teams have earned berths in the Virginia High School League playoffs. Last fall, nine of the 13 teams advanced to the postseason, but with third-year program John Champe gaining its first playoff berth, 10 of the 13 move on this season. Rock Ridge, the newest Loudoun high school, is ineligible because it’s playing a junior varsity schedule this season. Changes in the group classifications last year—going from three to six classifications, with all seeds determined by power-point rankings—has given more teams the opportunity to compete. All of the Loudoun schools compete in either Group 5A, 4A or 3A. The top 16 teams in each of the 12 statewide regions advanced into the five-round postseason, which begins this weekend. Higher seeds will host games through the first four rounds. A Loudoun school will be seeking a state championship for the seventh time in eight years when the various finals are played Dec.

Final Football Standings 5A North Region – Conference 14 REC PP Rank Tuscarora 10-0 34.70 1 Stone Bridge 8-2 31.10 3 Broad Run 7-3 29.60 4 Briar Woods 7-3 28.00 5 Potomac Falls 6-4 25.70 9 Freedom 1-9 18.90 23 4A North Region – Conference 21 REC PP Rank Woodgrove 7-3 27.00 8 Dominion 5-5 23.10 12 Loudoun County 4-6 21.90 15 Heritage 3-7 20.90 21 Park View 0-10 15.56 28 3A East Region – Conference 28 REC PP Rank 26.30 2 Loudoun Valley 7-3 John Champe 7-3 23.90 6 REC – Overall Record; PP – VHSL Power Points; RANK – Ranking in region (top 16 advance to postseason)

LAST WEEK’S RESULTS Friday, Nov. 7 Tuscarora 41, Briar Woods 0 Broad Run 63, Freedom 0 Stone Bridge 53, Thomas Jefferson 8 Potomac Falls 27, Dominion 0 Woodgrove 49, Loudoun Valley 7 Heritage 35, Loudoun County 32 John Champe 43, Park View 7

13. The Group 3A and 4A title games will be played at Liberty University in Lynchburg, while the 5A champion will be determined at the University of Virginia in Charlottesville. Stone Bridge started the streak in 2007 by winning the Group AAA Division 5 title, then Broad Run claimed the Group AA Division 4 crown in both 2008 and 2009. Briar Woods continued the trend by winning three consecutive AA Division 4 titles from 2010-12, but the Falcons could not keep the streak alive as they fell to L.C. Bird in their inaugural Group 5A championship game last December. No Loudoun teams face each other in the first round this year, but several could in the second round if they advance. Below is a look at each of the games that will be played this week by a Loudoun school.

GROUP 5A NORTH REGION No. 1 Tuscarora vs. No. 16 Thomas Edison When: Friday, 7 p.m. at Tuscarora

Tuscarora (10-0) posted its first-ever undefeated regular season and will have homefield advantage at Fortune Field in Leesburg through the first four rounds of the playoffs. The Huskies make their fourth postseason appearance in their five-year history and look to break their three-year trend of winning in the opening round before being eliminated in the second. Tuscarora’s “ground-and-pound” offensive attack is again led by senior Noah Reimers (committed to Harvard), who has rushed for a school-record 2,040 yards and 30 touchdowns. Junior quarterback Daniel Smith has completed 72-of-102 passes for 1,027 yards and 12 touchdowns to complement the Huskies ground game, with senior Jordan Fisher leading the receiving corps with 22 catches for 339 yards and five scores. Senior linebackers Jason Chubbuck and Nick Giuliano lead the Tuscarora defense with 82 and 71 tackles, respectively. Senior Will Larson paces the Huskies with 10 sacks. Thomas Edison (3-7) is located in the Franconia section of Fairfax County.

No. 3 Stone Bridge vs. No. 14 Freedom When: Friday, 7 p.m. at Stone Bridge

Stone Bridge (8-2) makes its 13th straight postseason appearance and looks to continue as one of the elite programs in Northern Virginia. The Bulldogs won eight region championships and reached the Group AAA Division 5 title game five times in eight seasons from 2005-12. Stone Bridge is led by versatile senior wingback Chance Frye, who leads the Bulldogs with 41 receptions for 604 yards and nine touchdowns while ranking second on the team with 564 yards rushing and another seven scores. Senior running back Collin Buckley leads the ground attack with 728 yards and 10 touchdowns, while junior quarterback Joe Thompson has completed 113-of-180 passes for 1,644 yards and 15 touchdowns. On defense, senior linebacker Tanner Karafa (committed to Boston College) leads Stone Bridge with 116 tackles, including 23 for loss, and four sacks. Senior linebacker Owen Pycha also has four sacks, while senior Corey Wells has three interceptions in the secondary. Freedom (3-7)—the school in Woodbridge, not

South Riding—makes its second straight postseason appearance after losing to Broad Run in the first round last fall.

No. 4 Broad Run vs. No. 13 Halifax When: Friday, 6 p.m. at Broad Run

Broad Run (7-3) makes its second straight appearance in the 5A North postseason after winning two games (including its first-ever victory against Stone Bridge) to advance to the region semifinals last fall. The Spartans made five straight trips to the AA Division 4 playoffs from 2007-11, highlighted by the state titles in 2008 and 2009. Broad Run is led on offense by senior quarterback Brady Reitzel, who has completed 110-of-190 passes for 1,713 yards and 19 touchdowns while also pacing the Spartans in rushing with 479 yards and 10 more scores. Reitzel’s leading target when he goes to the air is senior Chuck Davis, who has 43 receptions for 717 yards and seven touchdowns. Junior linebacker Matt Meier leads the Spartan defense with 101 tackles, while senior linebacker Jashawn Banks and junior Brandon Steele each have four sacks. Davis leads the secondary with two interceptions. Halifax (5-5) is located in South Boston, which is in south central Virginia near the North Carolina border.

No. 5 Briar Woods vs. No. 12 Mountain View When: Friday, 7 p.m. at Briar Woods

Briar Woods (7-3) heads into the playoffs on a rare two-game losing streak, but the Falcons have won 19 of their last 20 postseason games. The only loss in that span came in the last playoff game Briar Woods played, falling to L.C. Bird in its inaugural 5A championship appearance last December. Senior quarterback Jake Maffe has completed 105-of-174 passes for 1,477 yards and 18 touchdowns to lead the Falcons, while senior Dillon Blevins leads the ground attack with 522 yards and seven touchdowns. Maffe’s favorite targets are seniors Tristan Carter (30 receptions, 483 yards, seven TDs), Brandon Polk (26 catches, 303 yards, four scores) and junior Mark Birmingham (19 catches, 395 yards, five TDs), but Polk (committed to Penn State) could miss the postseason with a separated shoulder. Defensively, senior Bryan Capozzoli paces the Falcons with 50 tackles and 5.5 sacks, while junior Jacob Rosen has three interceptions. Mountain View (4-6) is located in Stafford County, north of Fredericksburg.

No. 9 Potomac Falls vs. No. 8 Wakefield When: Friday, 7:30 p.m. at Wakefield

Potomac Falls (6-4) makes its second straight postseason appearance and looks for its first postseason victory since defeating James Wood in the AA Region II playoffs in 2008. The Panthers enter the playoffs fresh off wins over Briar Woods (8-7 Oct. 31) and Dominion (27-0 last Friday). Junior quarterback Brady Williams has completed 75-of-158 passes for 1,084 yards and seven touchdowns. He’s connected with senior Wanya Allen for 52 of those completions for 842 yards and five scores, while senior R.J. F’Ieki leads the rushing attack with 756 yards and 10 touchdowns.

Junior linebacker Stefan Carter paces the Panther defense with 51 tackles, including seven for loss, while junior linebacker Kyle Hobbs has 47.5 tackles and sophomore defensive back Justin Robles adds 46.5 tackles. Wakefield (7-3)—located in southwest Arlington County, near Bailey’s Crossroads— makes its first postseason appearance since 1986 and the Warriors host a game for the first time ever. Leon Young (1,284 yards, 12 touchdowns) and Kareem Hall (288 yards, nine scores) lead the ground game, while quarterback Riley Wilson (70-of-156 passing for 1,048 yards and nine TDs) leads the air attack.

Other 5A North Region Games

(15) Brooke Point (3-7) at (2) Massaponax (10-0) (11) North Stafford (5-5) at (6) Falls Church (7-3) (10) Patrick Henry-Ashland (6-4) at (7) Potomac (5-5)

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No. 8 Woodgrove vs. No. 9 Louisa County When: Friday, 7 p.m. at Woodgrove

Woodgrove (7-3) makes its third straight postseason appearance. After losing their firstever playoff game in 2012, the Wolverines defeated Loudoun County and Eastern View last fall to advance to the regional semifinals. Woodgrove’s only losses this season have come to local 5A powers Tuscarora, Broad Run and Briar Woods. Senior quarterback Billy Sheehan has set a school record with 1,710 yards passing as he has completed 115-of-195 passes and tossed 23 touchdowns. Senior Dylan Mellor has caught 17 of those scoring passes as he has set school records with 63 receptions and 1,014 yards. Junior Charlie Clewis leads the ground game with 1,248 yards rushing and 13 touchdowns. Louisa County (7-3) is located in Mineral, northwest of Richmond.

No. 12 Dominion vs. No. 5 Courtland When: Friday, 7 p.m. at Courtland

Dominion (5-5) makes its second straight postseason appearance and third overall. The Titans gained their first-ever playoff victory with a 35-13 win at King George in the first round last season and set a school record with seven wins. Junior quarterback Scotty Forbes has completed 101-of-184 passes for 1,601 yards and 16 touchdowns. Junior running back Derrick Kouame (23 catches, 477 yards) and senior tight end Chad Smith (20 catches, 404 yards) are his top targets with four touchdowns each. Junior Brandon Ruffin leads the ground game with 384 yards rushing and three scores, while on defense linebackers Smith (committed to Clemson) and senior Joey Betts lead the Titans in tackles. Courtland (9-1), located southwest of Fredericksburg in Spotsylvania County, won four VHSL state championships in the 1980s— four in Group AA (1982, ’83 and ‘85) and another at the AAA Division 5 level (1987). The Cougars make their 12th straight postseason appearance and their Wing-T rushing offense is led by Victor Greene (1,232 yards, 11 touchdowns), George Cheetham (1,113 yards, Continued on Page 30

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abies and young kids are among the hallmarks of Loudoun. The county is known across the region for its large families and a profusion of preschool and school-aged children. But parenthood, especially first-time parenthood, can be isolating (and sometimes a little scary). Parents groups, mostly catering to moms, abound in the county, giving women a chance to connect and share concerns and advice. The mother of all Loudoun mothers’ groups is Inova Loudoun Hospital’s longstanding newborn support group. The group got its start in the early ’80s and continued with the opening of the hospital’s Birthing Inn in 2003. A spin-off group for mothers of infants four to eight months old launched in 1999. The current newborn group is facilitated by Debbie Walls, a registered nurse and Certified Childbirth Educator, while Dana Carmichael facilitates the older infants’ group. The idea, facilitators say, is to let participants take discussions where they want. “It should be moms helping moms,” Carmichael said. “I help keep the conversation going. I introduce people to people. I try to keep it kind of informal. I don’t want it to be a lecture or anything like that, just a discussion where they’ll start asking questions or talking amongst themselves.” “We’ll see leadership start to form, and that’s what’s different about our group,” Walls added, noting that many hospital-based groups are run by nurses, while she and Carmichael want parents to ask and answer questions and take the lead in directing the group, providing mentorship to each other. On a recent Thursday morning in a community room at the hospital’s Cornwall Campus, where both groups meet, both facilitators were on hand along with moms and babies ranging in age from 6 weeks to 7

Inova Loudoun Hospital Newborn Support Group

10:30 a.m.-noon, most Wednesdays, Inova Loudoun Cornwall Campus. Contact: thebirthinginn.org Free support group for all area moms of babies from birth to four months.

Inova Loudoun Hospital Moms and Babies 4-8 months Support Group

10:30 a.m.-noon, most Thursdays, Inova Loudoun Cornwall Campus. Contact: thebirthinginn.org Free support group for all area moms of babies 4 to 8 months old. Group follows the Loudoun County Public Schools calendar for holidays and inclement weather.

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Erica Dimario, left, and Jennifer Baylor let babies A.J. and Lily get to know each other at Inova Loudoun Hospital’s newborn support group.

months. First-time mom Rose Jaffe of Leesburg brought her 6-week-old daughter Lucy to the group for the first time the day before, and returned for Thursday’s gathering. Jaffe was already getting some reassurance and answers to questions on breastfeeding, sleep issues and more from Walls and from fellow moms. “Of course it’s a wonderful thing to have a new baby, but there’s a lot of stuff people leave out of the manual,” Jaffe said. “It’s nice to come to a group where you can reaffirm stuff that’s happening.” For new moms at home with an infant, the groups are not only a chance to connect, but also an important chance to get out of the house. “I needed to know that I wasn’t the only one going through what I’m going through,” said first-time parent Cynthia Lewis of Ashburn, who attended the support group with

3-month-old Oliver. “I needed to find outlets of not just being at home. The act of getting ready to go somewhere feels so good.” While most of the participants are firsttime parents, mothers regularly return for their second child and beyond, facilitators said. For safety reasons, siblings are not allowed to attend the meetings. But for moms who have older children in school or who are able to leave siblings with a family member or friend, the meetings are a good chance to spend one-onone time with their infants and fellow parents. “It was such a good experience that we came back,” said Erica Dimario of Sterling, who attended last week’s meeting with 3-month-old son A.J. while her 2-year-old daughter was at preschool. “It’s a judgment-free zone where you feel free to talk about your feelings and what’s going on, and that’s nice.” Dimario added that the connections she

Loudoun Mom Groups

Some of the many parenting support groups offered in Loudoun. Center, Paxton Campus, 601 Catoctin Circle NE, Leesburg. Contact: www.paxtoncampus.org This support group is open to all parents of children with disabilities or special needs.

Paxton Interfaith Spirituality Support Group

9:30-11:30 a.m., Wednesday through Dec. 10, Ally Advocacy Center, Paxton Campus, 601 Catoctin Circle NE, Leesburg. Contact: www. paxtoncampus.org This non-denominational spirituality-focused group for parents and caregivers of people with disabilities brings in a different spiritual companion each week. 2015 schedule will be updated soon.

La Leche League of Ashburn

10:15 a.m., second Fridays, Ashburn Library, 43316 Hay Road, Ashburn. Contact: website. Support group for pregnant and nursing women. Children are welcome. Meetings are free. La Leche League café takes place every Thursday from 10 a.m. to noon at Panera, 43670 Greenway Corporate Drive, Ashburn.

Mothers of Preschoolers (MOPS) Purcellville

9:30-11:30 a.m., first and third Wednesdays, St. Andrew Presbyterian Church, 711 W. Main St., Purcellville. Contact: www.purcellvillemops. com The Mothers of Preschoolers group is open

made through Inova’s newborn support group when her daughter was an infant have blossomed into ongoing friendships. Her group gets the preschoolers together for weekly music classes at one of the members’ homes and also has a moms-only book club. That kind of long-term connection is common, Walls said, and often extends well beyond early childhood: parents of elementary age and even middle school children often keep in touch with friends made in those early years. The Thursday older infant groups tend to be smaller, Carmichael said, as mothers peel off to go back to work and move on to other baby-focused activities and playgroups. But for many parents, the Inova group still is valuable as babies move through different developmental stages. Facilitators said there is often overlap between the two groups—participants may Continued on Page 28

to area women with newborns through kindergarten-age children. Meetings are a chance to forge friendships, find support and make connections while enjoying snacks, coffee and crafts. Child care, including playtime, crafts and snacks, is provided.

Ashburn Mothers of Preschoolers (MOPS)

9:15-11:30 a.m., first and third Fridays, Crossroads United Methodist Church, 43454 Crossroads Drive, Ashburn. Contact: www.everydaylifewithgod.org/mops Mothers with children aged from infantkindergarten are invited to join this group providing support to mothers of young children. Meetings include speakers, crafts and fellowship. To add your organization to this listing online, send meeting information to calendar@leesburgtoday.com.

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Holiday Flower Arranging Lecture

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Loudoun Free Clinic Boots, Beer and BBQ Fundraiser

“Improvasaurus”

6:30 p.m. doors open, 7 p.m. performance begins. Loudoun County High School, 415 Dry Mill Road, Leesburg. Contact: www.loudoun. k12.va.us/lchs Improv comedy for all ages from LCHS drama students. Tickets are $5 at the door.

Blue Ridge Eagles Casino Night

7-10 p.m., Blue Ridge Eagles, 120 E. O St., Purcellville. Contact: blueridgeeagles.com Event includes blackjack, roulette, craps, Texas Hold’em, music and heavy hors d’oeuvres. Proceeds go to the Eagles’ winter fund for local families in need. Tickets are $40 in advance, $50 at the door.

Live Music: Pat McGee

7 p.m. doors open, 8 p.m. music begins, Catoctin Creek Distilling Company, Purcellville. Contact: www.buncearoo.com

“The Secret Garden”

7:30 p.m., J.L. Simpson Middle School, Leesburg. Contact: www. thepickwickplayers.com The Pickwick Players present a musical adaptation of Frances Hodgson Burnett’s classic children’s book. Tickets are $11 online/$12 at the door for students and seniors, and $14 online/$15 at the door for adults.

Live Music: Gringo Jingo, A Tribute to Santana

7:30 p.m., doors open, 8:30 p.m. music begins, Tally Ho Theatre, Leesburg. Contact: tallyholeesburg.com All your Santana favorites from this DC-area tribute band. Tickets are $15 in advance, $20 at the door.

“Once Upon A Mattress”

8 p.m., Sterling Middle School, 201 W. Holly Ave., Sterling. Contact: www.sterlingplaymakers.com The Sterling Playmakers present this humorous musical adaptation of “The Princess and the Pea.” Some material may not be suitable for younger children. Tickets are $15.

Charity Dance and Food Drive

7-10 p.m., Ida Lee Recreation Center, Leesburg. Contact: www.interfaithrelief.org The Town of Leesburg’s Parks and Recreation department joins forces with Loudoun Interfaith Relief to host a free dance, including rumba instruction and dance exhibitions. Bring a non-perishable food item or monetary

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“The Importance of Being Earnest”

7 p.m., Woodgrove High School, 36811 Allder School Road, Purcellville. Contact: www. loudoun.k12.va.us/woodgrove WHS’ Historic Springhouse Productions presents the Oscar Wilde classic. Tickets are $10 at the door.

Saturday, Nov. 15

Catoctin Holiday Art Tour

10 a.m.-6 p.m., Lovettsville area. Contact: www.catoctinart.net Shop for great holiday gifts from 17 western Loudoun artists at six studios. Check out the CHAT website for details and a map.

Brew LoCo Grand Opening

10 a.m.-6 p.m., Brew LoCo, 19382 Diamond Lake Drive, Lansdowne. Contact: brewloco.com This new coffee and tea bar also sells supplies for the beer, coffee and tea homebrewer. Ribbon cutting takes place at noon.

2:30 p.m. doors open, 3:30 p.m. first bout begins, Michael and Sons Sportsplex, 21610 Atlantic Blvd., Sterling. Contact: www.novarollerderby.org NOVA Roller Derby’s third season wraps up as the Backwoods Rollers take on the Metro Misfits for runner-up, and then the Beltway Betties take on undefeated champions, the Vineyard Vixens. Tickets are $12, free for children 6 and under. The second bout starts around 5:30 p.m.

The Capitol Steps

3 and 8 p.m., Franklin Park Arts Center, Purcellville. Contact: www.franklinparkartscenter. org The Capitol Steps return to Franklin Park with a new version of their wild and wacky political humor. Tickets are $35-$45.

The Loudoun Quartet

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6-11 p.m., The Stable at Bluemont Vineyards, Bluemont. Contact: loudounfreeclinic.org/ events/boots-beer-bbq This fundraiser for the Loudoun Free Clinic features great local food and wines, music, live auction, games and more. Tickets are $85 per person.

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10 a.m., Oatlands Historic House and Gardens, 20850 Oatlands Plantation Lane, Leesburg. Contact: www.oatlands.org Join Dr. David Clark of the Loudoun Archaeological Foundation for a walking tour of the Oatlands property. Learn how archaeologists read the above-ground clues that often guide them to locations for field work. Wear comfortable walking shoes. Cost is $5 per person or $10 per family.

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Buncearoo presents a concert from the popular Northern Virginia singer/songwriter. Tickets are $30$35 online.

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7 p.m., Cascades Senior Center, 21080 Whitfield Place, Cascades. Contact: loudoun. va.lwvnet.org The Loudoun League of Women Voters presents a panel discussion on political gerrymandering. Event is free and open to the public.

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7 p.m., Rust Library, 380 Old Waterford Road, Leesburg. Contact: loudouncountymastergardeners.org The Loudoun County Master Gardeners presents a talk from floral designer and educator Kim Wright on easy-tomake arrangements for the holidays. Event is free and open to the public.

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This traditional bluegrass band features three sisters and a friend known for superb vocal harmonies and high-energy live performances. Admission is $15, free for children 12 and under.

Saint Andrew Festival Sale

“Once Upon A Mattress”

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8 a.m., Sanders Corner Elementary School, 43100 Ashburn Farm Parkway, Ashburn. Contact: www.facebook.com/MakingADifference5k The Making a Difference 5K honors the memory of the Sanders Corner principal killed in a 2012 pedestrian crash and benefits reading

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listing. “I was specifically looking for something for new moms, and it really does help,” Stannard said. “I look forward to it every Wednesday. I’ve told my friends who are expecting to definitely come to this.” Members of the Wednesday newborn group can regularly be found eating lunch in the Leesburg Wegmans’ dining area following the group for even more relaxed conversation following the facilitated meeting. “I remember talking to someone who had a toddler at the time and she was saying she felt isolated. She didn’t know about this group,” Carmichael said. “It can be isolating and that’s why this is such a great thing.” Overcoming that sense of isolation brought LeAnn Gunther of Ashburn to the Mothers of

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11 a.m.-3 p.m., Claude Moore Recreation Center, 46105 Loudoun Park Lane, Sterling. Contact: therholc@gmail.com Event features great vendors, networking opportunities, raffles and more.

7 p.m., See Nov. 14 listing.

continue to attend the newborn group, where they may assume the role of advice givers to brand new members while also moving up to the older group to get support from parents of older babies. Moms aren’t kicked out of the program when babies reach the 8-month mark, but Carmichael says participants tend to phase themselves out as babies become more active and mobile, and reach the age where more activities are offered. One important aspect of the group is that delivery at Inova Loudoun is not a requirement for participation. The group is open to all area moms. Rebecca Stannard of Ashburn delivered her 3-month-old son Gage in Arlington, but found the Inova group through a newspaper

2 p.m., See Nov. 16 listing.

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Vertical Horizon Saturday 11/22 • 7:30pm $35 ONLINE • $75 VIP • $45 DOS

The Reagan Years Wednesday 11/26 • 7:30pm $10 ONLINE • $15 DOS

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loudounwildlife.org Join the Loudoun Wildlife Conservancy for an exploration of the hibernation habits of local wildlife. This family-friendly event is great for children age 5 and older. Event is free, but advance registration is required.

PR veteran Leonard Greenberger. Advance tickets are $28 for PRSA members, $38 for non-members and $15 for students. Add $5 at the door.

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Leesburg Senior Center Thanksgiving Lunch

Thursday, Nov. 20

11 a.m.-2 p.m., Leesburg Senior Center. 102 North St. NW, Leesburg. Contact: 703-7378039 Enjoy a traditional Thanksgiving meal. Lunch is free, but seating is limited and advance reservations are required.

3 p.m., See Nov. 14 listing.

“The Importance of Being Earnest” 2 p.m., See Nov. 14 listing.

Tuesday, Nov. 18

Public Relations Workshop

11:30 a.m.-noon, lunch, noon-1:30 p.m., program, GWU Virginia Campus, 20101 Academic Way, Exploration Hall, Room 101 Ashburn. Contact: roxann.henze@gmail.com The Public Relations Society of America hosts a workshop on communicating effectively in difficult situations. Guest speaker is author and Preschoolers program at Crossroads UMC in Ashburn. “I’m not from this area so it’s been a great support system in place of family,” said Gunther, whose children are 3 and 10-months old. Mothers of Preschoolers (MOPS), an international Christian-based moms organization, has branches in Ashburn and Purcellville. One of the ideas behind the program is to give mothers a break from their young children and allow them to spend time together and focus on fellowship and spirituality. Child care is provided (either by paid caregivers or by membership rotation depending on the chapter) and the 55-member Ashburn club meets twice monthly at Crossroads. The club is for mothers of children from newborn to kindergarten. The group welcomes members of all faiths, but does have a Christian orientation. Meetings begin with a hot meal (members take turns cooking for the rest of the group), followed by prayer, a Bible devotion and a related craft or activity. “It’s about finding camaraderie with people who are exactly where you are in life,” Gunther said. “Everyone’s very inviting and accepting, even if you’re in sweatpants with spit-up on your shirt.” Breastfeeding is one of the topics about which new mothers most frequently have questions or concerns, and the Ashburn chapter of the international breastfeeding support group La Leche League draws women from across Loudoun and beyond. Mothers can get advice from trained group leaders and socialize with other breastfeeding moms. The group holds monthly topic-specific meetings at Ashburn Library and a more informal weekly café at Panera near Home Depot in Ashburn. “It’s mothers supporting other breastfeeding mothers,” said Jessica Sypolt of Round Hill, a group leader. “We can troubleshoot or if a

“It’s A Wonderful Life: The Musical”

7 p.m., Patrick Henry College Townhall, 10 Patrick Henry Circle, Purcellville. Contact: www.phc.edu/edentroupe.php Patrick Henry College’s Eden Troupe performs a musical version of the classic film. Tickets are $10. Performances continue Nov. 21 and 22. n problem is more serious she may need to see a lactation consultant or her doctor.” For parents of children with special needs, the sense of isolation can be even greater, as caregivers deal with issues beyond what other parents are experiencing. Leesburg’s Paxton Campus, which offers a range of programs for special needs children and their families, has several support groups for parents of children with disabilities. “Parents understand the way no one else does because we all share the same types of issues. Almost always, someone or several people bring things that they’re struggling with and we try to talk through it with them,” said Paxton’s Executive Director Jennifer Lassiter, the parent of a daughter with autism. “We all know what it’s like to not be able to find a doctor that can treat our child or not be able to do family functions the way that other people do or go places or have people stare.” Paxton offers a monthly evening support group and a weekly Interfaith Spirituality Support Group on Wednesday mornings. Lassiter facilitates the non-denominational group and brings in “spiritual companions,” local clergy and lay people who help participants address concerns and offer coping strategies. As with other parent support groups, participants often make connections with people experiencing similar issues and use the group as a springboard into other connections and activities, Lassiter said. “Parents meet each other in these kinds of groups, and then they start other initiatives like a buddy program in their elementary school or allergy support group. Or parents are able to connect to the extent that they become friends and become mentor and respite for each other. That wouldn’t happen if they didn’t have this forum to meet to begin with.” n

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No. 6 John Champe vs. No. 11 William Monroe When: Friday, 7 p.m. at John Champe John Champe (7-3) makes the first postseason appearance in its short three-year history. The Knights won just three games in their first two seasons combined, but have more than doubled that total en route to the playoffs in 2014. Senior Stephen Baker leads the offense with 1,039 yards rushing and 17 touchdowns, while senior Albert Wright has added 459 yards and six scores. Junior quarterback Zach Burdick has completed 70-of-112 passes for 1,167 yards and 11 touchdowns. Junior safety Connor Jones paces the Knights’ defense with 69 tackles, while junior Sam Adhikari (62 tackles) leads the team with four interceptions. Junior Corey Young (56 tackles) leads Champe with five sacks. William Monroe (6-4) is located in Stanardsville, north of Charlottesville in Greene County. The Dragons— 1991 A Division 1 state champions—lost in the opening round last season to Loudoun Valley.

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Presentation of the Superintendent's Recommended FY 2016 - FY 2020 CIP & CAPP Budgets

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School Board Public Hearing and Work Session on the FY 2016 - FY 2020 CIP & CAPP Budgets

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER AMENDMENTS TO ZONING ORDINANCE ARTICLES 3,6,8,9,10,11,12,13,15 AND 18 Pursuant to Sections 15.2-1427, 15.2-2204, 15.2-2205 and 15.2-2285 of the Code of Virginia, 1950, as amended, the LEESBURG PLANNING COMMISSION will hold a public hearing on THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 20, 2014 at 7:00 p.m. in the Town Council Chambers, 25 West Market Street, Leesburg, Virginia, 20176 to consider the following amendments to the Zoning Ordinance: 1. Sec. 3.1.3.A.5. Application Completeness, etc. to include proof all taxes and other liens are paid prior to acceptance of an application. 2. Sec. 3.1.9. Public Hearing Notices to update as necessary to match the Code of Virginia requirements including written notice provisions, newspaper notice provisions and when additional notice is required. 3. Sec. 3.7.1. Zoning Permits to require a Zoning Permit for changes in non-residential tenant space. 4. Secs. 3.3.20 Minor Modifications and 3.4.15. Amendments to Approved Special Exceptions to clarify applicability. 5. Sec. 3.10.2. Required Contents of Applications (for Certificate of Appropriateness (COA) in the H-1 District) to revise the minimum required application materials. 6. Sec. 3.11.5. Required Contents of Applications (for COAs in the H-2 District) to revise the minimum required application materials. 7. Establish Sec. 3.11.16. Lapse of Approval to add a lapse of approval to COAs in the H-2 Overlay District. 8. Sec.6.3.3 Density/Intensity & Dimensional Standards to insert language from Sec. 9.3.15. and make other revisions to clarify the Ordinance regarding multi-family uses and when they are by-right in the B-1 District. 9. Sec. 6.5.3 Density/Intensity and Dimensional Standards to eliminate the Floor Area Ratio (FAR) requirement in the B-3 District. 10. Sec 8.4.8. Open Space Requirements for â&#x20AC;&#x153;Infillâ&#x20AC;? PRN to eliminate reference to a Town Plan â&#x20AC;&#x153;Infill Mapâ&#x20AC;?. 11. Sec. 8.3.2. Lot Size to eliminate or reduce minimum lot size and lot averaging in Planned Development Districts. 12. Establish Sec. 9.4.5 Electric Vehicle Charging Stations to provide electric vehicle charging station regulations. 13. Sec. 9.3.15. Multi-Family Development and Attached Family Development to revise open space requirements within a certain area of the B-1 District for multi-family development. 14. Sec. 9.3 26.B. Antennas to clarify that certain structures upon which antennas are co-located are not part of the telecom facility when considering expansions. 15. Sec. 9.4.5. Display of Merchandise to revise for clarity and enforceability and to permit outdoor displays of wares in excess parking spaces in commercial parking lots. 16. Sec. 10.4.5.E.5 Increased Setbacks to clarify where increased building setbacks are required adjacent to specified roadways. 17. Sec. 10.4.5.C.1, Accessory Structures and other sections as required (including Sec. 9.3.11.A, 18.1.3, 18.1.5) to establish a consistent standard maximum size for accessory structures. 18. Sec. 10.4.5.C.5 Decks & Patios to simplify setback requirements for decks. 19. Sec. 10.4.4.F Structure Built on Two Lots to eliminate the requirement for a plat to consolidate two lots into a single lot where there is a valid plat of record. 20. Sec. 11.4.5.A. Shared Parking (Mixed Use) to adjust the residential component in the mixed use table calculations. 21. Sec.11.6.1.D.1. Pavement Requirements for Residential and Commercial Travel Ways and Spaces to amend the requirement for residential parking on a driveway. 22. Sec. 11.6.1.D.2 Pavement Requirements for Residential and Commercial Travel Ways and Spaces to remove the two foot overhang credit in parking space dimensions. 23. Sec. 11.6.2. Dimensions of Parking Spaces and Aisles to add a limitation of 20 spaces on the maximum number of consecutive parking spaces in a single row, and to include gutter pans in the aisle width calculation. 24. Sec. 11.12.3.C. Bonding to revise Subparagraph C regarding a bond for paving in inclement weather. 25. Sec.11.8 Stacking Spaces to clarify how to calculate the number of stacking spaces in a drive-through lane 26. Sec. 12.3.1.E. Twenty-Year Tree Canopy Requirements to eliminate the requirement that every individual platted lot be required to provide minimum canopy coverage. 27. Sec. 12.2.1. Landscape Plan Required to include correct references to latest Subdivision and Land Development Regulations (SLDR) section numbers. 28. Secs. 13.2.1. Permitted Uses and 14.3 Effect of Buffer to allow paved trails in a floodplain and/or Creek Valley Buffer. 29. Establishing Sec. 15.4.24. in Exempt Signs to include Development Signs as an exempt sign. 30. Secs. 15.4.19 Artwork and 15.5.14. Murals to clarify for ease of enforcement 31. Secs. 18.1.36. Condominium and 18.1.110. Multi-Family Dwelling to revise definitions for clarity. 32. Sec. 18.1.171. Single-Family Detached Dwelling to revise the definition for clarity. 33. Sec. 18.1.164. School, Special Instruction to revise the definition for clarity. 34. Secs 18.1.39. Convenience Food Store, 18.1.55. Eating Establishment, Fast Food, and 18.1.169 Service Station, to revise the definitions for clarity and to establish a new category of use. 35. Sec. 18.1.172. Single-Family Attached (Townhouse) Dwelling to revise the definition to codify a zoning interpretation regarding what constitutes a townhouse. 36. Sec. 7.10.9.1 Use Regulation to add Mini-Warehouse Facility as a use in the CD-C District. 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Beautiful ranch style home off Rt 50 East side of Winchester near Rt 340. 3BR, 1 and Â˝ bath, finished basement. New floors, paint, roof and more. Partially fenced for animals and the rest is wooded. Letâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s not forget the gorgeous in ground pool.

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Enjoy a seat on this roomy front porch and approx. 3,600 sq. ft. bathed in natural light on 3 levels. This home includes 5 bedrooms, 3 Â˝ bathrooms, bright and airy sunroom joined to the family room by a two sided gas fireplace. Sunroom overlooks large yard backing to wooded conservation. The Finished walkout basement features full size windows, recreation room, huge bedroom and full bath.

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From Rt. 7 - Take Rt. 15 N. for approx. 6 miles and turn right at light onto Lucketts Rod. Follow for approx. 2 miles and turn left onto St. Clairs Lane. Take first right onto Sylvan Bluff Drive. Model home is the first home on the left.

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Taylorstown/Lovettsville: Large room in historic lakeside house. Private entrance , bath and deck. Full use of LR/DR/Study/Kitchen/Laundry. 115 acres private nature preserve. Pet OK. Single M/F. $600.00/mo plus utilities. Lauranne, 703-346-3071.

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Looking for a new opportunity in an exciting industry? Do you have prior experience as a non-CDL commercial vehicle driver? Have you operated a step van, box truck, sprinter, stake bed, shuttle bus, or 18-wheeler? If so, you should know that Volt has been selected by FedEx Ground to provide temporary non-CDL delivery drivers throughout the United States!

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Volt Workforce Solutions has immediate openings for non-CDL commercial vehicle operators to perform package delivery services in your area. QUALIFICATIONS: â&#x20AC;˘ At least 21 years of age â&#x20AC;˘ Motor Vehicle record check â&#x20AC;˘ Drug screen, background checks, and physical required â&#x20AC;˘ Customer service skills â&#x20AC;˘ No equipment necessary â&#x20AC;˘ Minimum of six months driving a vehicle for business related purposes within the last three years required and/or five yearsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; experience within the last 10 years will also be considered You will be provided with all of the training and equipment you need to complete deliveries in a safe and punctual manner. A new adventure awaits. Hit the open road with Volt. $15.00 per hour DONâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;T WAIT â&#x20AC;&#x201C; APPLY TODAY! To apply, visit volt.com/drivers. Please reference station #221 (Chantilly) when applying.

VOLT WORKFORCE SOLUTIONS Veterans and their spouses are strongly encouraged to apply. Volt is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Saturday & Sunday Exp a must, will consider training. In Lucketts. Call 301-639-0373

P/T Office assisTanT Ashburn, VA

Honest, hardworking, ability to hire and manage the work crew. Must be proficient in maintenance, operating, purchasing and basic repair of tractors, riding mowers, weed eaters, chain saws, and bobcats. General gardening and landscape knowledge helpful. Comfortable with horses, chickens, and computers. Must live on the property unless on vacation. Housing, work truck, phone, salary, and health insurance provided.

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ACCOUNTING SUPERVISOR Northern Virginia Media Services seeks an Accounting Supervisor to manage a fast-paced business office for its group of weekly newspapers, monthly magazines and websites. Experience in all facets of accounting required, including accounts payable, A/R, financial statement preparation, and collections. HR and supervisory experience also beneficial. Accounting degree or equivalent preferred. Position is based out of our Leesburg office. Please apply with resume and salary requirements to: bpotter@leesburgtoday.com by November 21.

Busy Family Practice office located in Lansdowne, VA seeking a FT and PT LPN or MA. Family Practice and EHR experience preferred but willing to train the right candidate.

Send resume to angela@ustronics.com

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Professional oPPortunity North Spring Behavioral Healthcare, a subsidiary of Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS), is an 82-bed, Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services (DBHDS)-licensed, and JCAHO-approved residential treatment facility situated on 42 acres of scenic greenlands in historic Leesburg, VA.

therapist/substance abuse Coordinator will provide clinical services and organize substance abuse treatment. Clinical services include individual, group and family sessions.

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Minimum requirements: 1. A minimum of a Masterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Degree in human services field (i.e. psychology, social work, counseling, education). 2. Must hold CSAC and/or SATP certification in Virginia. 3. All candidates must be currently licensed in the state of Virginia (LPC, LCSW or a Licensed Psychologist) or under an approved supervision plan. 4.Preference given to those with at least a year of recent experience with children/adolescents, particularly in a residential setting. Applicants must be at least 21 years old and are subject to a criminal background check and pre-employment drug screen. This position offer a complete benefit package including insurance, paid time off and 401(k) plan with a match. To apply call 703-777-0800 ext. 116, send your resume to steve.seeger@uhsinc.com or visit our website at www.northspringleesburg.com/careers.

Loudoun County Public Schools Pupil Transportation School Bus Driver Opportunities Available Immediately We offer:

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Leesburg is the seat of one of the fastest growing counties in the nation with a current population of 47,000+. The Town of Leesburg offers an excellent benefits package to all full-time regular employees including employer paid pension program, medical insurance including vision and dental. Life insurance, long-term disability insurance, long-term care insurance, flexible spending account, vacation and sick leave, 12Â˝ paid holidays per year, recreation benefits, credit union membership and deferred compensation program.

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REGULAR FULL-TIME POSITIONS

Certified Police Officer (Virginia only)â&#x20AC;&#x201D;Police.............................................................................................$53,233-$96,835 DOQ.........................................................................................Closing Date: Open until Filled REQUIRED: HS/GED; must be 21 years of age at time of appointment with US Citizenship; possess a valid driverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s license and a safe driving record; successful completion of basic law enforcement officers training program prescribed by the Commonwealth of Virginia; must currently hold a Virginia LEO Certification PREFERRED: Criminal Justice Degree; bilingual in English/Spanish

Parking Enforcement Officerâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;Finance and Admin. Services........................................................................$17.12 - $28.74/hr. DOQ.................................................................................Closing Date: November 20, 2014 This position is located in the Finance and Admin. Services Dept. in Town Hall and performs routine enforcement of parking regulations both on the Town streets and in the municipal garage. REQUIRED: HS/GED; minimum of one year of customer service experience; possess strong oral communication skills; exp. in operating basic office equipment; process customer payments for parking in Town garage Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:30am-2:00pm; during busy periods, additional hours may be required PREFERRED: General knowledge of municipal ordinances and regulations pertaining to parking enforcement; knowledge of Leesburg; bilingual in English/Spanish

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Maintenance Worker Iâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;Public Works/Streets Division.................................................................................$36,262-$60,865 DOQ.....................................................................................Closing Date: November 20, 2014 REQUIRED: HS/GED; minimum of one year of experience performing a variety of skilled trades and/or maintenance work; possess a valid driverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s license and a safe driving record; CDLâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;Class B or ability to obtain within 6 months of hire; CPR/AED and First Aid Certifications or ability to obtain within six months of hire; snow removal operations; must be available for on-call emergencies; manual labor for extended period of time PREFERRED: Road construction and/or landscaping; snow removal; familiar with MUTCD and small commercial mowers and tractors; bilingual in English/Spanish

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Groundskeeper I-Parks and Recreation (one position only).......................................................................... $36,262-$60,865 DOQ........................................................................................Closing Date: December 4, 2014 REQUIRED: HS/GED; min. of 18 years of age with at least one year of experience in grounds maintenance or construction field; ability to operate mechanized maintenance equipment and vehicles; possess a valid driverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s license and a safe driving record; achievement of pesticide applicatorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s certification within 18 months of employment PREFERRED: Three years of experience in park operations or maintenance; bilingual in English/Spanish OR Groundskeeper IIâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;Parks and Recreation.......................................................................................................$42,767-$71,785 DOQ.......................................................................................Closing Date: December 4, 2014 REQUIRED: HS/GED; min. of 18 years of age with at least two years of experience in horticulture and/or grounds maintenance; ability to operate mechanized maintenance equipment and vehicles; possess a valid driverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s license and a safe driving record; pesticide applicatorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s certification PREFERRED: Five years of experience in horticultural and/or grounds maintenance experience; ability to use a computer running basic operating programs; possess electricianâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s license or plumbing certification; bilingual in English/Spanish

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Fleet Maintenance Superintendent/Public Works...........................................................................................$60,478-$116,614 DOQ...................................................................................Closing Date: November 18, 2014 REQUIRED: HS/GED and ten (10) years experience in vehicle and equipment maintenance; Three (3) years of equipment maintenance experience Three (3) or more years of progressive supervisory experience; Virginia state inspection license; Advanced automotive certifications (Computer controls, anti-lock brakes, traction control, advanced diagnostics); Extensive skills in the use of computer programs for budgeting, purchasing and work orders; possess a valid Commercial Driverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s License and a safe driving record PREFERRED: Associates Degree in Technology or Business or related field; Office management skills; Extensive skills using Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and website access; bilingual in English/Spanish

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Accounting Managerâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;Finance and Admin. Services....................................................................................$69,478-$116,614 DOQ........................................................................................Closing Date: Open until Filled REQUIRED: BA/BS Degree in Accounting or equivalent combination of education and experience; min. of two years of professional accounting experience; exp. in computerized accounting systems, database systems and third party reporting tools PREFERRED: Municipal government exp.; CPA; exp. with Munis governmental accounting system; exp. with grants accounting; bilingual in English/Spanish

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In lieu of flowers the family requests donations be made to Friends of Loudoun County Adult Day Center, 16501 Meadowview Court, Leesburg, Va. 20175, where he loved to play Bingo, and/or the Marion duPont Scott Equine Medical Center, P.O. Box 1938, Leesburg, Va. 20177.

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A loving father and husband, Phil was preceded in death by his parents, George and Cora Crane; his wife, Arlene; brother, George; and daughter, Rachel. He is survived by his siblings, Judy, Daniel, and David; children, Catherine, Susanna, Rebekah, Jennifer, Sarah, George and Carrie in addition to numerous grandchildren.

Jack was preceded in death by siblings Margaret, Mary and Tommy, wife Rachel, grandchildren Little Rachel and Mark, and sisterin-laws Harriet and Peggy. He is survived by his son John and wife Holly, grandson Jack and wife Peggy; son David and wife Marlys and granddaughter Mia. His surviving siblings are Freddie, Frankie and wife Kitty Lou and David and wife Genevieve.

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As a leader of the conservative movement in Congress, Crane was instrumental in the founding of a number of conservative organizations that flourish to this day. In Congress, Crane spent most of his career serving on the Ways and Means Committee. There he championed lower taxes, a simplified tax code, free market economics, and free trade.

A memorial service will be held on Saturday, Fredy A. Garcia Paz November 15, 2014, at Hall Funeral Home, Fredy A. Garcia Paz, 46, passed away Tuesday, November 4, 2014. A native of Guatemala, he Purcellville, VA at 12:00 p.m. lived in Sterling, VA. Family and friends are Memorial contributions can be sent to the Vi- invited to gather on Saturday, November 8, enna American Legion, Post 180, 330 Center 2014 between 3:00 pm and 9:00 pm at Colonial Funeral Home, 201 Edwards Ferry Road St N, Vienna, VA 22180. NE, Leesburg, Virginia 20176 during which time a service will be held at 7:30 pm. Mr. Please visit www.hallfh.com to express on- Garcia Paz will be laid to rest in Guatemala line condolences to the family. Arrangements City, Guatemala. made by Hall Funeral Home, Purcellville, VA. www.colonialfuneralhome.com

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As a young man, Tom served his country in Dr. Herbert Howard Jr. the US Army National Guard as a reservist. He was employed for many years as a drafts- Dr. Herbert Howard Jr., DVM of Leesburg, Virginia passed away November 5, 2014. He man with an electrical company. was known by most people as â&#x20AC;&#x153;Jackâ&#x20AC;?. He was He leaves many family members to cher- born September 13, 1920 to the late Dr. Herish his memory including his son, Stephen bert Howard Sr. and Lillian Howard. M. (Sandra)Kinnaman of Charles Town, WV, daughter, Beth Anne (Kyle) Holcomb of Ash- He lived in Loudoun County from the age burn, VA, his twin sister, Nancy Richardson, of four. Jack later followed in his fatherâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s foothis brother, Henry Dwyer Kinnaman, his sis- steps and became a veterinarian after graduating from Auburn University. Jack enlisted ter, Cathy Ryan, and 4 grandchildren. in the Army during World War II and after A memorial service will be held at Tomâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s two quick stateside assignments, he was assigned to set up a Veterinary Hospital in Italy Apartment Building Community Room at WINGLER HOUSE 20903 Runnymeade Ter- to treat over 5,000 horses and mules captured race-West , Ashburn, Va 20147, on Saturday, from the Germans. During this assignment, General Patton sought Jackâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s permission to November 15 at 11am. ride an Olympic Champion horse in his care. His humor and his â&#x20AC;&#x153;get up and goâ&#x20AC;? attitude Jack also fondly remembered meeting President John F. and Mrs. Kennedy while treating will be greatly missed...... Thom was an avid Redskin fan....but a bigger their horses and ponies at their Middleburg Estate. He often said he treated everything fan of the Lord our God from a rattlesnake to an elephant but his love and specialty was equine medicine. His favorite hobby was fly fishing and Alaska was Philip M. Crane a favored place for fishing adventures with Philip M. Crane, 84, a former congressman family and friends. Jack was a Waltonian and from Illinois who represented Illinoisâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; 8th founding member of the Isaac Walton League Congressional District (previously the 12th in Loudoun. Jack established the Leesburg District) for 35 years (1969-2004), passed Veterinary Hospital, was a proud member away peacefully at the home of his daughter, and former president of the Rotary Club and Rebekah, on November 8, 2014 in Jefferson, a big supporter of the Virginia Tech Equine Maryland. School of Medicine located in Leesburg.

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He enjoyed many activities including boatPeggy Howard ing, driving his convertible, golfing, playing Leesburg resident Peggy Howard, passed his harmonica, but mostly spending time away peacefully Tuesday, November 4, 2014. with his family on the Chesapeake Bay. Survivors: husband Fred; daughters Linda and Hope; 4 grandchildren, 2 great-grandHe is survived by three children Francis G. children. Celebrate â&#x20AC;&#x153;Nannyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;sâ&#x20AC;? life Friday, Fortin, Jr. of Purcellville, VA; Albert Joseph November 7, 2014, 2:00pm-4:00pm and Fortin,II of Purcellville, VA; Denise Fortin of 6:00-8:00pm; Colonial Funeral Home, 201 Edwards Ferry Road NE, Leesburg, VA 20176. Hamilton, VA; two brothers Richard Fortin A memorial service Saturday, November 8, of Maryland; Douglas Fortin of Hamilton, 2014, 1:00p.m Leesburg Presbyterian Church VA; sister Deanne Bella of Maryland; his 207 W Market St, Leesburg, VA 20176. Lieu former wife Elizabeth Ann Fortin of Purcell- of flowers, Coalition for Pulmonary Fibrosis, ville, VA; nine grandchildren and three great 10866 W. Washington Blvd #343 Culver City, grandchildren. CA 90232 www.colonialfuneralhome.com

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ow that voters have cleared the way to begin work on the bricks and mortar of the Academies of Loudoun, it is up to county leaders to develop the most important elements of the project—the community partnerships that will provide the greatest return on that significant investment. School and county planners have done a good job engaging businesses in the early planning and the public outreach phases of the project. It is critical that Loudoun’s employers and industry leaders continue to have a seat at the table as the initiative moves forward. Yes, it is important for these end users to have input on the skills development that will be offered at the new campus, but a greater—if less conventional—need is for businesses in the region to make concrete contributions to the academies’ success. The private sector should be called upon to offer talent to aid, even lead, the instruction; equipment to bolster the classroom experience; and funding to help underwrite the cost of this extraordinary undertaking. That type of involvement is not easily accomplished under today’s operational structure and the establishment of new avenues for cooperation will help provide solid, longterm footing for the project. The Loudoun Education Foundation may be the best organization to lead the effort. It has a long history of securing extra resources for the county’s classrooms and teachers through its connections with business and community leaders. It also may be wise to establish a similar entity that would focus solely on the academies campus—not just the public schools facilities, but also ancillary offerings such as a college satellite, a STEM library or other asset that would improve the student experience. Under this approach, the mission would be not just to solicit support from local interests, but also to draw contributions from national resources. Voters took a leap of faith last week in hopes of giving the next generation of Loudoun students access to educational opportunities not available in most communities. That action should not be looked upon as a blank check, particularly at a time when additional funding is needed just to meet the needs of traditional K-12 operations.

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Dear Editor: While it is encouraging that a majority of Loudoun voters recently repudiated Obamaism by voting for Republicans Ed Gillespie and Barbara Comstock, there is still a problem to solve. The problem is that there are still many modern-day Tories amongst us. The original Tories were those American colonists who, like Benedict Arnold, remained loyal subjects of King George III during the American Revolution. They opposed independence from Britain. They did not comprehend why Patriots like Loudoun County’s Francis Lightfoot Lee and John Champe fought so hard for independence. They never understood the brilliance of our Declaration of Independence in 1776 or the miracle that occurred in Philadelphia in 1787 when our Constitution was created. They just wanted to continue to be controlled by The King. The modern-day Tories remain loyal subjects of the federal leviathan. They prefer government control over their lives. They want the government to force them to buy health insurance, to over-regulate their businesses, to

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reduce their take-home pay by raising their taxes, to tell their kids what to eat in school, to force the Redskins to change their team name, etc. They usually vote for Democrat politicians who nowadays fulfill the role King George III held 200+ years ago. The solution to the problem is to try to reduce the number of modernday Tories amongst us through increased education and information about the miracle of America. You can be part of the solution by doing such things as asking your Loudoun County school board member to consider beefing up the curriculum for our future voters with more info about the true history of our country’s founding, by informing your friends about the Loudoun County area Ronald Reagan Lecture Series which is designed to educate citizens about the greatness of America and our Constitution, by encouraging students and others to take the free online course titled “The Presidency an d the Constitution” offered by Hillsdale College, etc., etc. Will this solve the problem? Maybe. Maybe not. But, it’s worth a shot if you want to try to restore our American Republic. Mike Panchura, Sterling

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Allen Johnson, Craig Parisot and Kathleen Murphy have announced plans to seek the seat being vacated by Del. Barbara Comstock (R-34th) as she moves up to Congress.

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rea voters may be weary after this year’s heated campaigns for U.S. Senate and U.S. House of Representatives, but some of them will have to head to the polls again soon to decide who will fill the unexpired term of Del. Barbara Comstock (R-34th), who won the 10th District U.S. House of Representatives seat Nov. 4. Two Republicans and one Democrat—all of whom live in McLean—already are vying to secure their parties’ nominations Saturday, Nov. 15. Republicans Craig Parisot and Allen Johnson will face off in a GOP “firehouse primary,” which will be held from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Colvin Run Elementary School, 1400 Trap Road in the Vienna area. Parisot, an entrepreneur and former U.S. Air Force captain, said he would concentrate his efforts on improving education, reducing traffic congestion, helping veterans and bolstering the economy. “I’m really focusing on a pro-business, jobcreating economic development program,” he said. “I hope to unlock some potential and grow our economy.” Johnson is a former diplomat and legislative staff member who now runs his own consulting company. According to Johnson’s campaign website, he favors improving the education system, reducing taxes and regulations, holding government accountable and reforming Medicaid. So far, Kathleen Murphy is the only candidate running in Democrats’ planned “unassembled caucus,” which will be held from noon to 4 p.m. at Great Falls Elementary School, 701 Walker Road. The caucus will be canceled if only one candidate files. Murphy, who announced her candidacy Nov. 10, narrowly lost to Comstock in the general election last year. Murphy co-founded an organization to help military families and works with the Human Services Council, Health Care Task Force for Fairfax County, Cystic Fibrosis Foundation and McLean Community Foundation. Murphy vowed to fight for education and transportation funding and to protect local com-

seat. Jan. 6 has been cited as a likely election date. “I haven’t received the resignation from Barbara yet and I can’t issue a writ before that happens,” Howell said. “I expect it will happen sometime before Christmas.” Gov. Terry McAuliffe would set the election’s date if Comstock resigned when the General Assembly is not in session. Howell could not be any more specific about when the special election would occur. “I’ll have to see what things look like,” he said. Comstock, a lawyer and former aide to retiring Rep. Frank Wolf (R-10th), will be sworn in for her new job in January. Whoever wins the upcoming special election will serve the remaining months of Comstock’s term. The seat will be up for grabs, along with all others in the House of Delegates and state Senate, in the Nov. 3 election next year. n

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neau (R-Dulles) said after the meeting: “Clearly, there wasn’t support on the board for this discussion. ” Williams noted Friday that he brought up the issue of raises in the finance committee. But he said that he did so only as a way to begin the discussion, not because he was promoting a pay hike. “I’m pleased with where we ended up” on the matter, he said. Also, Williams last month wrote on Facebook that increasing supervisor pay would have somewhat gone against a goal of making county government more efficient. “This Board of Supervisors has worked hard to find efficiencies in the county’s operations and have subsequently lowered the tax burden,” he wrote. “Although the workload for this position has increased into more than a part-time position, I will support keeping the salaries flat over the next six years to continue in helping this effort.” Williams’ reference to the “next six years” acknowledges that the supervisors’ tabling of the raise issue means current pay rates will remain in place until at least 2020. If it had been approved, the raise would have been the board’s first since 2008 and would have made Loudoun’s supervisor compensation second in Virginia, behind only Fairfax County. Currently, it’s the fifth-highest pay in the state—based on current compensation figures in other localities. n

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