I enjoyed listening to many of the comments during the December 16 public tech center hearing. Hearing different perspectives matters to me. It gives me a fuller picture and helps me sort through my own worries and questions. I don’t get that same feeling on social media. Facebook often turns into a back-and-forth between people who have already made up …
Orange County’s airport expansion is part of a broader, federally funded push to strengthen aviation infrastructure across Virginia; an effort aimed at meeting growing demand for general aviation statewide. County officials and community members gathered December 2nd to mark the opening of a new T-hangar at the Orange County Airport, a project supported by federal infrastructure dollars and designed to …
For nearly five decades, Skydive Orange has been inviting people to do something most only imagine: step to the edge, take a breath, and trust the sky. Founded in 1977 and located at the Orange County Airport, Skydive Orange is Northern Virginia’s largest and most established skydiving center. Over the years, it has earned a reputation as the region’s go-to …
Wind chill is a measure used to account for the rate of heat loss from living organisms. It affects people and animals only; nonliving objects such as buildings, trees and vehicles are not impacted by wind chill.Wind chill represents an apparent temperature — how cold it feels rather than the actual air temperature. The wind chill formula was updated in …
From the very beginning, Sweet Reasons was built on a belief that dessert should feel indulgent, intentional, and made with heart. That belief was affirmed on a national stage when Candace Nelson, founder of Sprinkles Cupcakes, tasted one of Sweet Reasons’ creations on Cupcake Wars. “Your cupcake was just a beautiful combination of flavor and texture. It was really indulgent …
A night at the 1804 Inn will create memories you will cherish forever. This theory of mine is corroborated by the dozens of adoring comments left in the guest book in the Octagon Suite by returning guests, and by the expressed desire of first-timers to return for their next most special occasion. What are the ingredients of such a magical …
At Orange County High School, the drama program is far more than brilliant lighting, impressive set design and curtain calls. It is an energetic network in which the success of the program rests on a blend of focused leadership, inclusive community building, proactive learning, and strong administrative and civic support. Led by the passionate and innovative director of the OCHS …
Here in Orange County, we’ve already felt those first freezing temperatures, and winter has officially settled in. As we head into early 2026, a little preparation now can save a lot of stress later. Think of this as a seasonal reset for your home—practical, preventative, and well worth the effort. Keep the Heat Working for You: With colder weather, your …
Data centers are an international news topic, and Virginia has become the epicenter of this technology. According to Datacentermap.com, a clearinghouse that has tracked data centers since 2007, there are currently more than 4,000 data centers in the United States and more than 600 data centers are in the Commonwealth of Virginia, with many more in various stages of the …
Orange County officials are advancing a proposed zoning change aimed at regulating how data centers could be developed in the county, as leaders work to modernize land-use policies and establish clear standards before large-scale technology projects move forward. The proposed Technology (T) Zoning District, developed by the Orange County Planning Commission, would create a zoning classification and accompanying regulations specifically …