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Capital Improvement Project presented to board

Wed., Feb. 8 | 11:48 AM - Superintendent Dr. Edgar Hatrick presented his Capital Improvement Project for fiscal 2013-2018 to the Loudoun County School Board during their Feb. 7 meeting resulting in projects totaling $565.6 million - significantly less from 2011’s $920 million presented.

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Purcellville woman arrested over kids’ tardiness in school

Tue., Feb. 7 | 02:03 PM - Loudoun County Public Schools are making headlines with their policy against excessive tardiness and absences after a Loudoun County mother was arrested and charged with three counts of contributing to the delinquency to a minor.

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Waterford parents go to court for kids’ constant tardiness

Mon., Feb. 6 | 04:54 PM - Mark Denicore leaves early for work each morning from his home in Waterford. His wife, Amy, is in charge of getting their three children ready and out the door for school. With three children, all under age 10, it can be challenging to get them ready all at once and make it to school on time.

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Dulles Airport worker dies after shuttle hits vehicle

Mon., Feb. 6 | 11:56 AM - For 25-year-old Jared Patrick Dodson, Jan. 26 was supposed to be just another day at the office. Well, at his office, anyway. Dodson was driving a luggage cart on the tarmac of Washington Dulles International Airport when he was hit by a “mobile lounge” passenger transport. Dodson died the next day at an area hospital from complications.

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Briar Woods High School senior Shaquera Leach, center, teases Vanessa Dyce for getting excited about another friend lending her a graphing calculator during lunch Jan. 30. The two sit with the third member of their trio of best friends, Jasmin Manea, left, and a diverse group of friends everyday at lunch. Times-Mirror Staff Photo/Beverly Denny

To be young and black in Loudoun

Sat., Feb. 4 | 08:00 AM - Briar Woods High School track star Shaquera Leach opens up about the importance of Black History Month.

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LTM Editorial: A candle for Bethany

Fri., Feb. 3 | 10:30 AM - A sad anniversary silently passed last week. Jan. 29 marked the one-year anniversary of the last time anyone saw 21-year-old Bethany Decker. There were no tearful pleas from the family, no solemn reminder from the Sheriff’s Office and no candlelight vigils praying for this young mother to return home.

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Carl Grant: Helping entrepreneurs continue to grow

Thu., Feb. 9 | 11:21 AM - Lovettsville resident Carl Grant was recently a finalist for the Northern Virginia Technology Council's Entrepreneur Navigator Award for his work mentoring and advising entrepreneurs and start-ups in the region in his role as executive vice president for business development at Cooley LLP.

Lovettsville Historical Society lecture series

Thu., Feb. 9 | 11:19 AM - Rich Gillespie, director of education for the Mosby Heritage Area Association, will speak on "The Potomac Frontier: Loudoun County in 1862" at 2 p.m. Feb. 12, at St. James United Church of Christ in Lovettsville.

LEGO mania night

Wed., Feb. 8 | 03:00 PM - The Washington, D.C. Metropolitan Area LEGO Train Club will be exhibiting one of their LEGO creations at the annual LEGO competition that is being held in Lovettsville.

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White House science fair to highlight two Leesburg students

Wed., Feb. 8 | 12:22 PM - President Barack Obama hosted the second White House Science Fair Feb. 7 celebrating the student winners of a broad range of science, technology, engineering and math competitions across the U.S.

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Bob Zoldos announces candidacy for Lovettsville mayor

Mon., Feb. 6 | 05:13 PM - Lovettsville resident Bob Zoldos announced his candidacy for Lovettsville mayor Feb. 6 after current Mayor Elaine Walker announced Jan.26 she will not being running for re-election.

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Around the towns

Fri., Feb. 3 | 08:00 AM - Animal Au Paws Inc. is launching its 2012 "Have a Heart for Homeless Pets" donation drive Feb. 11 through 18. The drive's sponsors are looking for new or used items such as crates, kennels, pet beds, blankets, towels, toys, dry and canned food, treats, leashes, collars and more that could benefit homeless animals with the Loudoun County-based Save the Tails Rescue Group, a nonprofit organization established to rescue dogs and puppies from rural area high kill shelters.

Congenital Heart Disease Awareness Week

Thu., Feb. 2 | 11:21 AM - Congenital Heart Disease Awareness Week is Feb. 7-14. The purpose of the week is to bring awareness of congenital heart disease, which is the most common birth defect and the leading cause of birth defect-related deaths worldwide. CHD affects approximately 1.8 million families in the U.S. and has a relatively small amount of funding available for parent and patient educational services, research and support. CHD affects approximately 40,000 babies each year in the U.S. and by providing experiences and information with Congenital Heart Disease Awareness Week, brings hope to additional funding and support.

The 2012 Washington Auto Show celebrates the design and engineering excellence of the global auto industry.Times-Mirror Photo/Paul Jean

Ruling the road in 2012

Thu., Feb. 2 | 09:30 AM - Hundreds zoom in to the D.C. Car Show

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Sterling woman pleads guilty to murder for hire plot

Wed., Feb. 1 | 02:35 PM - Ann Jenene Cinnamon, or Ann Jenene Greer, 41, of Sterling, plead guilty Feb. 1 to hiring a hit-man to kill her boyfriend’s “mistress.”

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One bill’s aim: Ashes to ashes, dust to stardust

Wed., Feb. 1 | 08:00 AM - RICHMOND – For the average person, the sky is no longer the limit, but you just might have to be dead first. Del. Terry Kilgore, (R-Gate City), is proposing legislation to provide tax breaks to Virginia residents who send their cremated remains into outer space.

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A Loudoun tune to “American Idol”

Tue., Jan. 31 | 06:26 PM - Sterling resident Jenni Schick, 24, appeared on "American Idol" on Jan. 18 singing Pat Benatar's "Heartbreaker" during auditions in Aspen, Colo. Schick was showcased on the popular reality show not only for her singing talent, but her wish to kiss judge and legendary rocker Steven Tyler – and her wish came true. Schick received one ticket to get a chance to vie for the "American Idol" top spot in Hollywood and a smooch on the lips from Tyler.

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Lorena Patricio feeds 9-month-old Kathryn Burns as mom Stephanie Burns feeds Kathryn’s twin brother Connor and dad Robert eats next to their 2-year-old son Tyler at their Sterling home Jan. 22. Patricio has been living with the family for five months as an au pair. She is on duty when the couple is at work but they typically eat together when they’re all at home. Times-Mirror Staff Photo/Beverly Denny

Au Pair program bridges cultures

Sat., Jan. 28 | 08:00 AM - Lorena Da Silva Patricio came to Loudoun County for a taste of Northern Virginia culture, and for three children in Sterling.

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Greenway legislation, study becomes buzz topic

Thu., Jan. 26 | 09:57 AM - Proposals for distance-based pricing along the Dulles Greenway abounded in the past week, as both houses of the General Assembly heard from Loudoun County politicians.

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Around the towns

Wed., Jan. 25 | 10:36 AM - Craig Damewood of Hillsboro was inducted into the Virginia Auctioneer Association's Hall of Fame. Damewood was honored for his success at the auction profession, his community service and dedication to furthering the auction industry. The award ceremony was held on Jan. 14 by the Virginia Auctioneer Association at the Omni Hotel in Charlottesville. Brian Damewood of Leesburg was also named Auctioneer of the Year by the association for his efforts to promote the association and its activities through TV, radio, print and internet media.

Loudoun ranger reunion planned for June

Tue., Jan. 24 | 01:00 PM - A reunion of descendants of Union soldiers who served with the Independent Loudoun Virginia Rangers during the Civil War is being planned

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Utility rate committee pushes for consultant for further study

Tue., Jan. 24 | 10:06 AM - As if Leesburg Town Council hasn't been flooded with enough issues to start the new year, they may be adding another expense to pay a consultant to help further studies in the water rate debate.

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Barnett won’t run for Congress in 2012

Mon., Jan. 23 | 03:38 PM - Jeff Barnett, the Democrat who in 2010 vied against U.S. Rep. Frank Wolf for the 10th District, announced Sunday he would not seek his party's nomination in 2012.

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Jordan Felton, a Leesburg native, is a bodyguard to the world’s most famous.

He’s got your back

Sun., Jan. 22 | 10:38 AM - Leesburg man spins passion for weightlifting into celebrity bodyguard career

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The bell tower to the Lucketts Community Center was placed back on the newly replaced roof on Jan. 12 after being removed in May 2011. Photo Courtesy/Steve Hillebrand

Bell tower replaced on Lucketts Community Center

Fri., Jan. 20 | 08:00 AM - Built in 1913, the Lucketts Community Center was first a school for the Lucketts community. Currently serving as a preschool and community center, the building is now undergoing a complete renovation.

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Around the towns

Thu., Jan. 19 | 12:00 PM - The Tally Ho Theatre in Historic Downtown Leesburg will host "Friday Night Live" at 9 p.m. on Jan. 20. The District of Columbia Unscripted Players (DCUP), an award winning comedy group, will perform a night of improv and sketch comedy featuring "The Simons." Part sketch comedy, part improvisation, this event is performed by three identical ventriloquist dummies. Quoted as "equal parts creepy and hilarious," "The Simons" were awarded the Best Sketch Performance award at the 2007 Miami Improv Festival. This event has a "Star Wars" themed performance along with a special sketch show from popular "Last Ham Standing" regulars Steve Heaton, Jack Reda, Matt Hartman and Corey Finkle. Tickets for the PG-13 show are $10. For more information go to TallyHoLeesburg.com or call 703-777-1168.

Purcellville town officials create a vision together

Thu., Jan. 19 | 08:00 AM - The Town of Purcellville's first visioning meeting on Jan. 12 left some residents baffled at the lack of public input for the future plans for the town.

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Washington Redskins wideout Santana Moss, left, sneaks in a stretch before practice during the Redskins training camp in Ashburn Aug. 6, 2011. Times-Mirror File Photo/Beverly Denny

Redskins ‘exploring options’ to move training camp

Wed., Jan. 18 | 12:44 PM - It's that time of the year again. Will the Washington Redskins leave Ashburn's Redskin Park?

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Cordell Charleston of Ashburn marches with the Sigma Mu Mu chapter of the Omega Psi Phi fraternity and his sons in Leesburg’s 20th annual Martin Luther King Jr. Day parade Jan. 16. Times-Mirror Staff Photo/Beverly Denny

Celebrating a legacy

Mon., Jan. 16 | 02:30 PM - Hundreds take to the frigid temperatures to celebrate King's legacy.

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Slain park ranger memorialized in Lovettsville

Thu., Jan. 12 | 11:30 AM - Pastor Joel Guttormson of New Jerusalem Lutheran Church in Lovettsville on Jan. 8 memorialized the life of Margaret Anderson, a National Park Service ranger and former member of his congregation who was shot and killed on New Year's Day while she was on duty at Mt. Rainier National Park, Wash.

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