The Blue Ridge Leader

The Blue Ridge Leader Local, family owned newspaper in western Loudoun County, Virginia The Blue Ridge Leader is western Loudoun’s oldest dedicated newspaper.

Family owned and locally staffed, The Blue Ridge Leader & Loudoun Today is a monthly tabloid newspaper and daily online news source serving western Loudoun County, Virginia since 1984.

Surplus auction features bargains on a variety of items https://blueridgeleader.com/surplus-auction-features-bargains-on...
01/11/2026

Surplus auction features bargains on a variety of items https://blueridgeleader.com/surplus-auction-features-bargains-on-a-variety-of-items If your New Year’s resolutions include shopping for bargains, the Loudoun County surplus auction has you covered. The first surplus auction of 2026 features Vulcan 6-burner natural gas ranges with ovens and griddle, metal shelving, aluminum bleachers, wooden lockers and exercise equipment. Other items include vehicles, office furniture, computers, printers, books and more.

VA is first state to opt in to the Education Freedom Tax Credit https://blueridgeleader.com/va-is-first-state-to-opt-in-...
01/11/2026

VA is first state to opt in to the Education Freedom Tax Credit https://blueridgeleader.com/va-is-first-state-to-opt-in-to-the-education-freedom-tax-credit Gov. Glenn Youngkin announced on Jan. 9 that Virginia was the first state in the nation to opt in to the Education Freedom Tax Credit, also known as the Federal Scholarship Tax Credit, a new federal program that incentivizes individuals and companies to donate funds to provide scholarships for K–12 students to expand school choice. On Jan. 1, Virginia formally elected to participate in the FSTC.

“Virginia is proud to lead the nation once again as the first state to opt in to the Education Freedom Tax Credit,” said Youngkin. “This decision expands school choice for families across the Commonwealth by opening access to federally tax credit-funded scholarships, empowering parents and helping ensure students, especially those with the greatest needs, can choose the learning environment that is right for them.

IBDS invites community to donate blood https://blueridgeleader.com/ibds-invites-community-to-donate-blood Inova Blood Do...
01/11/2026

IBDS invites community to donate blood https://blueridgeleader.com/ibds-invites-community-to-donate-blood Inova Blood Donor Services invites the Loudoun County community to roll up their sleeves and save lives by donating blood at several upcoming blood drives. Your donation can make a critical difference for patients in need.

Saturday, Jan. 10 from 8 a.m. to noon
Blue Spring Clubhouse – Bloodmobile hosted by Kelly’s Boot Camp
43919 Edgewater St., Chantilly
Schedule an appointment (https://inovabloodsaves.org/donor/schedules/drive_schedule/35612)

Monday, Jan. 19 from 10 a.m.

Middleburg to celebrate America’s 250th Anniversary https://blueridgeleader.com/middleburg-to-celebrate-americas-250th-a...
01/11/2026

Middleburg to celebrate America’s 250th Anniversary https://blueridgeleader.com/middleburg-to-celebrate-americas-250th-anniversary The Town of Middleburg will hold a year full of great events celebrating America’s Semiquincentennial, its 250 th Anniversary. America’s declaration of independence from Great Britain in 1776 will be marked throughout the country in 2026, and Middleburg will host numerous events in celebration. To begin, the Town of Middleburg and its partners will kick-off the celebration on Friday, Jan. 23, at the Middleburg Community Center, at 5 p.m.

Purcellville moves to mandatory water restrictions https://blueridgeleader.com/purcellville-moves-to-mandatory-water-res...
01/11/2026

Purcellville moves to mandatory water restrictions https://blueridgeleader.com/purcellville-moves-to-mandatory-water-restrictions Due to worsening drought conditions and declining water supply levels, the Town of Purcellville has implemented mandatory water restrictions effective immediately. According to the U.S. Drought Monitor, local conditions have deteriorated from Moderate Drought to Severe Drought, necessitating mandatory conservation measures for all residents and businesses.

Residents and businesses are required to conserve water.

New school board members sworn in https://blueridgeleader.com/new-school-board-members-sworn-in Three new members of the...
01/08/2026

New school board members sworn in https://blueridgeleader.com/new-school-board-members-sworn-in Three new members of the Loudoun County School Board were sworn in on Jan. 6, at the Loudoun County Public Schools Administrative Offices in Ashburn. Loudoun County Circuit Court Clerk Gary M. Clemens administered the oath of office to Ross Svenson (Broad Run District), Jon Pepper (Dulles District), and Amy Riccardi (Sterling District).

LCSO names attempted bank robbery/shooting suspect https://blueridgeleader.com/lcso-names-attempted-bank-robbery-shootin...
01/08/2026

LCSO names attempted bank robbery/shooting suspect https://blueridgeleader.com/lcso-names-attempted-bank-robbery-shooting-suspect The Loudoun County Sheriff’s Office is providing an update to the officer-involved shooting that occurred earlier today. Conner Peltzer, 30, of Sterling, was shot on Jan. 6, while LCSO deputies were attempting to apprehend him. Aid was immediately rendered, and he was transported to a local hospital, where he later died.

LCSO investigating attempted bank robbery https://blueridgeleader.com/lcso-investigating-attempted-bank-robbery The Loud...
01/06/2026

LCSO investigating attempted bank robbery https://blueridgeleader.com/lcso-investigating-attempted-bank-robbery The Loudoun County Sheriff’s Office responded to an attempted bank robbery at the Bank of America at 45470 Dulles Crossing Plaza in Sterling at approximately 3:45 p.m. The suspect threatened the use of explosives. After a thorough search of the building and the surrounding area, the area has been deemed safe.

Leesburg Police Charge Suspect in Assault Investigation Involving Juvenile https://blueridgeleader.com/leesburg-police-c...
01/06/2026

Leesburg Police Charge Suspect in Assault Investigation Involving Juvenile https://blueridgeleader.com/leesburg-police-charge-suspect-in-assault-investigation-involving-juvenile The Leesburg Police Department has identified the suspect involved in a serious physical assault that occurred on Sunday evening, December 28, 2025, at the Ida Lee Park Recreation Center. At approximately 6:30 p.m., officers responded to the Ida Lee Park Recreation Center, located at 60 Ida Lee Drive NW, Leesburg, for an assault that occurred during a basketball game. During the game, an adult male struck a juvenile in the face, causing serious injuries.

LCSO to host training exercises at the Loudoun County Courthouse https://blueridgeleader.com/lcso-to-host-training-exerc...
01/06/2026

LCSO to host training exercises at the Loudoun County Courthouse https://blueridgeleader.com/lcso-to-host-training-exercises-at-the-loudoun-county-courthouse The Loudoun County Sheriff’s Office and the Loudoun County Combined Fire and Rescue System will be conducting active violence training exercises at the Loudoun County Courthouse on the following dates:

- Saturday, Jan. 10, from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

- Saturday, Jan. 17, from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

- Saturday, Feb. 7, from 8 a.m.

Expanded hours for LCPL branches open Sundays begin Jan. 4 https://blueridgeleader.com/expanded-hours-for-lcpl-branches-...
01/04/2026

Expanded hours for LCPL branches open Sundays begin Jan. 4 https://blueridgeleader.com/expanded-hours-for-lcpl-branches-open-sundays-begin-jan-4 Effective Sunday, Jan. 4, Loudoun County Public Library will welcome customers into seven branches 2½ hours earlier on Sunday mornings, opening at 9:30 a.m. instead of noon. The additional hours apply to branches that are already open Sundays — Ashburn, Brambleton, Cascades, Gum Spring, Purcellville, Rust and Sterling libraries.

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