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Virtually Gone: Whatever Happened to the Loudoun Blogosphere?
In their heyday, Loudoun bloggers could not be ignored. Whether or not their content was appreciated, local politicians and community leaders found that they had to pay attention to the stories and analysis being discussed online in blogs.
Adderall Followup: The Plus Side
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Last week's cover story focused primarily on how the prescription drug Adderall is frequently abused. Prescribed by doctors for people suffering from attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, Adderall is a drug that helps patients with drifting attention spans and trouble focusing.
UPDATE: Community Mourns Loss of 6-Year-Old Sterling Boy
Matt Lawson's arms are covered in scrapes and cuts. Eventually, the redness will fade and the injuries will disappear.
Thoughts on the Erica Smith Slaying Case, Eight Years Later
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Every year in late July, I get a phone call. I recognize the voice before the man even finishes saying hello.
Editorial: Reasonable and Necessary Force
This week, Judge Patricia Kelly dismissed the simple assault charge against Loudoun County Public Schools bus driver Lavangila McKissic. McKissic had been charged with simple assault after allegedly striking a youth during a dispute over an MP3 player.
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Column Left by John P. Flannery/Column Right by Barbara Munsey
Welcome to the New Indie
The new Indie is the result of countless hours of planning, research and old-fashioned hard work. We're very proud of it. The merger between the Loudoun Independent and the Loudoun Times-Mirror has resulted in a lot of changes. In addition to improving the quality of news provided in our Leesburg newsroom, the cooperation between the members of the new team has resulted in the evolution of the Loudoun Independent into a new format ... now known as the Indie.
High Grades: How Adderall is Hiding Under the Radar and Damaging Our Students
The student had a test. He wasn't nearly prepared. His friend had a prescription for a drug he heard helped people concentrate. The student asked for one of his friend's small blue pills. He popped the Adderall in his mouth. He aced the test. He could immediately picture himself doing it again.
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Column Left by John Flannery
Column Right by Barbara Munsey
UPDATE: Ryan Diviney's Family Finds Justice in Assault Convictions
Every morning, doctors and nurses enter Ryan Diviney's hospital room in New Jersey.
Editorial: For Development’s Sake
There were some notable concerns followingthe recent approval of Kincora by the Board of Supervisors last week. Those opposed to the project on slow-growth grounds asked:we just developing for development’s sake?
The Rise of the Rail, Part 6
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This is the sixth and final part in the “Rise of the Rail” series. Part 5, “The Financial Puzzle,” can be found in the previous edition of the Loudoun Independent and on loudouni.com.
New Indie Published Friday, July 23
The Indie is the renamed and redesigned Loudoun Independent. Look for it every Friday for an investigative and entertaining look at the area's top news and entertainment stories.
Temperatures Estimated to Reach Record Breaking Numbers this Weekend
According to recent reports from AccuWeather.com, temperatures in the Washington D.C. metro area will hit their summer peak this weekend.
Teachers Learning New Skills for a New Generation
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In an effort to educate Loudoun County teachers on 21st-century skills, George Washington University is teaming up with several high-profile local businesses to teach a new generation a new set of skills.
Athlete of the Week: Anna Blessing, Broad Run High School
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While Anna Blessing's focus has shifted to her future softball destination -- Division I Binghamton University -- she is still being honored for what she accomplished in a Broad Run uniform.
Several Loudoun County Students Honored with Scholarships
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Volunteer Loudoun, a group that provides information, referral and recognition of volunteer activities in Loudoun, recently selected its 2010 Student Volunteer Scholarship recipients.
The Kids Are All Right: Movie and Soundtrack Reviews
Movie Review by Alex Withrow, Soundtrack Review by Rachel Leon
Northrop Grumman to Set Up Shop in Fairfax
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Northrop Grumman, the second-largest defense contractor in the world behind Lockheed Martin, has decided to move its corporate headquarters from Los Angeles to Falls Church.
For Dogs, Airport’s Patches of Green Spell Relief
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For busy travelers, nothing is more comforting than a well-placed bathroom. Officials at Dulles International Airport think the same sentiment also rings true for man’s best friend.
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