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Staple ice cream franchise moves into Leesburg

Sat., May. 26 | 08:00 AM - Dairy Queen is scheduled to open its new location in Leesburg in the Fort Evans II Shopping Plaza, adjacent to the free standing Bank of America.

Changes on the Times-Mirror website

Fri., May. 25 | 03:40 PM - LoudounTimes.com has implemented a new policy that requires those making comments to register. Comments will now be moderated prior to publication online.

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A patio adjacent to 868 Estate Vineyards and Grandale Farm Restaurant is available for visitors to savor their wine, meal or bring a picnic on the grounds of the historic farm in Neersville. Times-Mirror Staff Photo/Beverly Denny

New vineyard opens doors, partners with gourmet restaurant

Fri., May. 25 | 06:00 AM - Loudoun County has added one more vineyard to its ever expanding number of excellent winemakers with the opening of 868 Estate Vineyard in Purcellville.

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Marine Staff Sgt. Timothy Brown claps by tapping his prosthetic arm against a chair during the groundbreaking ceremony for the Boulder Crest Retreat for Wounded Warriors in Bluemont May 18. Brown lost both legs and an arm in an IED blast in Afghanistan in February 2011. He says he is looking forward to taking a vacation from his rehab at Walter Reed at the retreat after its opening, which is scheduled for May 2013.

Wounded Warrior retreat offers solace after war

Wed., May. 23 | 09:14 AM - Ken Faulke asked those who have served or currently serving in the audience to stand.

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Dulles Town Center gets state-of-the-art theater

Wed., May. 23 | 08:00 AM - Dulles Town Center is about to get a massive new tenant to add to its complex.

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Dulles in preliminary plans to expand cargo hub

Thu., Apr. 26 | 01:00 PM - With easily over 400 acres of free space currently slated for the development of cargo facilities, Dulles Airport is looking to join the ranks of John F. Kennedy International Airport in New York City and Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport in Atlanta as major cargo hubs on the eastern seaboard.

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Lexmark purchases local data provider

Fri., Mar. 16 | 02:26 PM - Major printing and imaging mogul Lexmark International has acquired Ashburn-based Brainware for $148 million.

Sandy Spring CSA still ‘growing’

Sat., Feb. 18 | 12:00 PM - Since its inception in 2002, the Sandy Spring Community Supported Agriculture has offered high quality, organic produce to residents in the D.C. metro area.

New Academy of the Arts leader

Fri., May. 25 | 08:00 AM - Linda Callagy has been named executive director for the Loudoun Academy of the Arts Foundation. Callagy has owned The Potomac Gallery in Leesburg for nearly 16 years and in 2006 was presented the Judy Patterson Award by the Loudoun Convention and Visitor's Association.

Ringing in Hope Walk and Run

Thu., May. 24 | 09:43 AM - The Ringing in Hope, Walk, Run and Fun will be held May 28. The 10K and 5K race and 1K walk during Memorial Day will offer pony rides, moon bounce, face painting, food and more. The theme is "A Salute to Our Troops." The walk will kick off at Brambleton Town Center at 8:30 a.m. followed by the 10K and 5K race at 9 a.m. To register go to ringinginhope.com.

Sales tax holiday

Thu., May. 24 | 08:00 AM - Virginia will hold a Hurricane Preparedness Sales Tax Holiday May 25-31. During this week, no sales tax will be charged on items that can be used to prepare homes and businesses for hurricanes.

Ribbon cutter

Thu., May. 24 | 08:00 AM - Aesthetica Cosmetic Surgery and Laser Center held a grand opening at its new facility in Lansdowne May 17. The new office and surgical site is at 19500 Sandridge Way, Suite 350 in Leesburg.

JTHG conference

Wed., May. 23 | 12:05 PM - The Journey Through Hallowed Ground Partnership will hold its sixth annual conference May 22-23 at the Weinberg Center for the Arts in Frederick, Md.

‘Guerrilla Marketing’

Wed., May. 23 | 12:02 PM - The Loudoun Small Business Development Center will offer a seminar called “Guerrilla Marking in 30 Days” from 6-8:30 p.m. May 23 at The George Washington University Virginia Science & Technology Campus, 20101 Academic Way, Ashburn.

Bike to Work Day

Wed., May. 23 | 11:26 AM - Verizon employees biked from Reston to the Ashburn campus of Verizon on Loudoun County Parkway May 18 for Bike to Work Day.

Recycling event at Verizon

Wed., May. 23 | 09:41 AM - The Loudoun County Department of Construction and Waste Management is participating in the Verizon “Recycling Rally” electronics event at the Verizon Ashburn Campus at 22001 Loudoun County Parkway from 7:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. May 24.

New Academy of the Arts leader

Mon., May. 21 | 12:04 PM - Linda Callagy has been named executive director for the Loudoun Academy of the Arts Foundation. Callagy has owned The Potomac Gallery in Leesburg for nearly 16 years and in 2006 was presented the Judy Patterson Award by the Loudoun Convention and Visitor's Association.

New service available

Mon., May. 21 | 12:03 PM - Brainware in Ashburn recently announced a new service called Brainware Distiller as a Service or DaaS. In recent testing, DaaS allowed wireless communications operator SBA Communications to boost its productivity in the processing of utility invoices by more than 700 percent. DaaS is a version of Brainware Distiller.

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Event raises $4,000

Mon., May. 21 | 12:02 PM - The inaugural Hats Off to Our Health! event May 2 at the Medical Spa at Nova raised $4,000 for the American Cancer Society's Relay for Life.

Professional organizer wins award

Mon., May. 21 | 11:59 AM - At its May 7 meeting, National Association of Professional Organizers Washington D.C. Metro Chapter named Ashburn resident Maria White its Professional Organizer of the Year for 2012. White owns Enuff with the Stuff, based out of Ashburn and online at enuffwiththestuff.com.

New DAAR benefits

Mon., May. 21 | 11:58 AM - The Dulles Area Association of Realtors has added new benefits for members this year, including a Realtor Business Benefits Program and the Affiliate Corner.

Ribbon cutting

Mon., May. 21 | 11:57 AM - The Guest Room Furniture Gallery & Design Showcase officially celebrated the grand opening of its new location at 201 Loudoun St. SE, Suite 100 in Leesburg May 12. For more information, log on to theguestroomfurniture.com.

Small business events

Mon., May. 21 | 11:55 AM - The Loudoun Small Business Development Center will hold a series of events in the next week.

Drive for Charity reaches record toll collections

Fri., May. 18 | 11:18 AM - Drivers on the Dulles Greenway had the opportunity to benefit the community yesterday at the toll road's 7th annual Drive for Charity. The drive raised $261,652, a near $30,000 increase from last year.

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Post clerk Robert Edwards helps a customer who came to the Downtown Leesburg Post Office to purchase stamps. Times-Mirror Photo/Laura Peters

Leesburg Post Office to remain open – for now

Thu., May. 17 | 01:00 PM - Robert Edwards smiles and laughs as he greets customers at the Downtown Leesburg Post Office. Edwards, who's been the postal clerk there for more than 25 years, is always smiling and welcoming to each person who passes through the post offices' door. The smile almost completely disappeared when the news of the Post Office's possible closure was announced in July 2011.

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Bike to Work Day

Wed., May. 16 | 11:30 AM - Loudoun County is celebrating Bike to Work Day May 18 from 6:30 to 9 a.m.

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Merideth Cohrs crafting some of her chocolate clusters.

Chocolate may be the healthiest thing for mom

Sat., May. 12 | 07:28 AM - A box of chocolates is almost an inevitable gift on Mother's Day. If you're watching your health, one of the biggest concerns can be enjoying these sweet treats. Sue Ann Gleason, founder of Conscious Bites Nutrition and Merideth Cohrs, founder and artisan chocolatier of MC2 Confections (based in Leesburg) talk about this chocolate “dilemma."

Morven Park construction rumors set to rest

Fri., May. 11 | 07:12 AM - Rumors have been circling over the demolition of one of Morven Park's main plots of land which could potentially damage 100-year-old trees by placing a huge concrete pad near public restroom facilities.

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Premier data center operator breaks ground on another property

Thu., May. 10 | 08:00 AM - Digital Realty, the largest data center operator in Loudoun County is about to get even bigger.

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Anti-rail group claims denied access to Metrorail forum

Wed., May. 9 | 04:29 PM - With the biggest financial decision for Loudoun County just around the corner, there was bound to be controversy stemming from the State of Rail to Loudoun meeting held May 9 at the Dulles International Airport Marriott.

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Government

Moderate turnout for Rail to Dulles public information session

Fri., May. 25 | 10:48 AM

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UPDATE: Decision on courthouse holiday displays coming in June

Fri., May. 25 | 09:20 AM

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Mays named acting director of Loudoun County finance department

Thu., May. 24 | 02:15 PM

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Metrorail local funding talks begin in earnest