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Graffiti, Silk, and Season’s Greetings

Written by Sophie Mason, Staff Writer January 2, 2024

As the holidays approach, many people are preparing for the biggest gift-giving season of the year. Some, however, spend the winter cold, hungry, or homeless, even within Loudoun County. Mobile Hope, a...

Picture of the new rock barriers and road improvements. Photo provided by West Virginia Department of Transportation.

Route 340 Reopens and the Community Rejoices

Written by John Hays and Nathaniel Leitch December 20, 2023

After two months of bumper to bumper traffic, Route 340 opened up several days earlier than scheduled. The route was temporarily closed on September 12, 2023 for the installation of rock barriers and improvement...

Olympus Gym and its neighboring businesses in Purcellville.

Connecting With Small Business

Written by Andrew Towe, Staff Writer December 20, 2023

Small businesses are an essential part of a community because they drive economic growth, create jobs, and spark innovation. In an area growing with franchises, it is important to remember to support the...

Poll taken by The Woodgrove Outlander that shows the Christmas tree preferences of Woodgrove students. Provided by Ali Elliott.

Pine or Phony?

Written by Ali Elliott, Editor In Chief December 20, 2023

As we head into the holidays, an age-old debate sparkes new controversy. Are real Christmas trees better than fake ones? In western Loudoun there are several Christmas tree farms that experience heavy...

Future home of Purcellville’s IHOP.

IHOP Coming to Purcellville

Written by Andrew Towe, Staff Writer November 8, 2023

Purcellville has an apparent lack of breakfast options, how will Woodgrove react to the addition of an IHOP? The breakfast chain has started construction of a new building next to 7-Eleven in Purcellville’s...

Ribbon cutting ceremony at the American Legion in Purcellville for their new renovation. Photo provided by the American Legion.

Service for Service Members

Written by Ethan Tehan, Staff Writer November 8, 2023

The town of Purcellville is known for providing a variety of food establishments, from fast dining and casual to fine dining and specialty shops. One hidden gem that locals and visitors may not know about...

Backed up traffic at the Harpers Ferry Rd and Route 9 intersection.

Extreme Delays Due to Route 340 Shutdown

Written by Nathaniel Leitch, Staff Writer November 8, 2023

Route 340, currently shut down for construction, is sending hundreds of vehicles on a detour down Route 9. The detour has caused backups and delays throughout the region, especially with school transportation. The...

Woodgrove students decked out in purple at the now annual Purple Out football game.

Purple Out: Woodgrove Honors a Legacy

Written by Ali Elliott, Editor In Chief November 8, 2023

Woodgrove has continued honoring the legacy of Colette Baine, class of 2023, even after graduation. Over the last year, more than $20,000 has been raised by the Woodgrove High School community and donated...

A full house eagerly waiting for a performance to start at Franklin Park Arts Center. Photo provided by Franklin Park Arts Center.

The Artistic Heart of Western Loudoun County

Written by Iza Piatkowski, Staff Writer November 6, 2023

Overlooking the rolling hills of Purcellville sits Franklin Park Arts Center, recognizable by its bright green roof and tall silo that sits against it. Home to hundreds of shows each year, the Arts Center...

A poll showing which orthodontist Woodgrove students received their braces from.

Tari and Grisius Orthodontics: Competitors in Business, Colleagues in Community

Written by William Den Herder, Editor In Chief November 3, 2023

Two minutes apart from each other along East Main Street in Purcellville are two fierce competitors: Northern Virginia Orthodontics by Dr. Tari and Dr. Grisius Orthodontics. The United States orthodontist...

Photo provided  by Appalachian Trail Festival Fondation and used by permission.

Hillsboro Hosts the Appalachian Trail Festival on June 10, 2023

Written by Nathaniel Leitch, Staff Writer June 7, 2023

Thru-Hikers of the dreaded 13.5 mile stretch of the “roller coast” section of the Appalachian Trail will enjoy a welcome respite at the Appalachian Trail Festival. The festival, open to everyone, will...

“The 38Dawgz” Wins Fan Favorite at Battle of the Bands

Written by Natalie Harrison June 7, 2023

Rapidly progressing in music, the members of the high school punk rock band, The 38Dawgz, are juggling both their studies and their songs. The band recently competed in the “Battle of the Bands” at...

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