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The Woodgrove Outlander

Brynne Griffith celebrates with her team after a CLBL win. Photo provided by Brynne Griffith.

Unveiling the True Spirit and Purpose of Youth Sports

Written by Zac Hartley, Staff Writer April 10, 2025

Two basketball leagues are showing people the true meaning of the sport. The Western Loudoun Basketball League (WLBL) and the Central Loudoun Basketball League (CLBL) are two similar basketball leagues...

Gianna Russo sings “Cleopatra” by the Lumineers at an open mic with musician Brad Horan. Photo provided by Gianna Russo.

Just a Girl and Her Guitar: Gianna Russo Strums Her Way Through Life

Written by Honor Watson, Online Editor April 5, 2025

At the age of eight, Gianna Russo picked up a guitar for the first time. Not long after, she started writing lyrics to accompany the chords. Now, ten years later, Gianna Russo is a senior with the goal...

Performers Steve Heaton, Katie Dunn, Bob Garman, and CeCi Stephens all play the game Text-A-Play. Photo provided by Justin Naugle.

How They Ham it Up with the Audience: Last Ham Standing

Written by Justin Naugle, Staff Writer April 1, 2025

On March 1, 2025, people came to the Franklin Park Arts Center for a chance at catching the comedy show Last Ham Standing. Last Ham Standing is a skit-based improv comedy show that was started in 2003....

Heather Donahue and Cello share a smile at the Catty Corner Cafe. Photo provided by Vivien Wohlfeil.

Up Close and Purr-sonal: Catty Corner Cafe

Written by Vivien Wohlfeil, Online Editor March 24, 2025

Located in the Leesburg Historic District, an intimate two-story cafe often catches the eyes of passersby. Those who enter are greeted on the main floor by a miniature cafe and cat-themed shop. However,...

Woodgrove Swim Team practicing in the limited four-lane facility Round Hill Aquatic Center. Photo provided by Hudsyn Davies.

The Future of Purcellville Aquatics

Written by Ava Welsh and Hudsyn Davies March 24, 2025

For several years, swimmers from the Purcellville area have been forced into the same two facilities: Round Hill Aquatic Center and Ida Lee Recreation Center. At Round Hill, swimmers have to deal with...

The new cell tower next to the baseball field. Photo provided by Sophie Mason.

Connection or Charm: The Controversy

Written by Sophie Mason, Staff Writer March 24, 2025

Nestled in the rolling hills of Loudoun County is Woodgrove High School, built on a retired dairy farm. In years prior, the school’s baseball team enjoyed a full view of the Blue Ridge Mountains during...

Melinda Rohdes’ work reflecting her Florida roots. Photo provided by Melinda Rohdes.

Blossoming Art in Loudoun County

Written by Charlotte Roth, Staff Writer March 24, 2025

The Lazy Daisy Gift Store is a timeless gift shop with not only unique but affordable goods for everyone. Located in the Villages of Leesburg, Lazy Daisy is said to be a special place for a special person,...

A display of veggies from Fireside Farm at the Leesburg farmers market. Photo provided by Sarah Putorti.

Leesburg’s Beloved Farmers Market

Written by Noelle Roy and Sarah Putorti March 24, 2025

Farmer’s markets are a beloved aspect of local communities all across the country, and in Northern Virginia, it is no different. In colonial times, farmers markets served as one of the only lines of...

The “Mamma Mia!” cast and crew leadership on the first day of rehearsal. Photo provided by Iza Piatkowski.

“Mamma Mia!” Prepares for National Capital Area Cappies

Written by Iza Piatkowski, Editor-In-Chief March 23, 2025

The theatre department of Woodgrove High School in Purcellville, VA, has started rehearsals for their spring musical, “Mamma Mia!” The school will be competing with the show against 44 other schools...

Totini presenting her country’s foods at International Food Night. Photo provided by Mahitha Ahsan Totini.

An Exchange of Experiences

Written by Jennie-Kate Hannis, Online Editor March 20, 2025

Not many teenagers from Bangladesh are given the opportunity to live and go to school in the United States for a whole year. Exchange student Mahitha Ahsan Totini, who also goes by River, stands out from...

Jackpot Pinball Arcade quiet on a Wednesday afternoon. Photo provided by Thomas Lyons.

Jackpot Pinball Arcade: The Pinball Palace

Written by Thomas Lyons, Staff Writer March 20, 2025

From “Jaws” and “Dr. No” to “Guardians of the Galaxy” and “Stranger Things,” Jackpot Pinball has every pinball machine imaginable, as well as weekly events, pinball leagues, and tournaments....

A worker from the Animal Welfare League of Alexandria holding four puppies who are waiting to be adopted by a family. Photo provided by the Animal Welfare League of Alexandria.

The Importance of Animal Shelters: Choose to Adopt

Written by Delaney Akers March 14, 2025

Dogs are being put into animal shelters every day all around the world. These shelters are so important for these animals that are in need of a temporary home while they wait for their forever family to...

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