Top Stories Last Month On Leesburg Patch

Which Ashburn stories got your neighbors talking last month? Well, we’ve compiled the top five for those who may have missed them. Here is a glance at the top stories on Ashburn Patch in August.

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Loudoun South's Little League World Series Run Ends In 10-0 Loss

In a heartbreaking 10-0 loss, Loudoun South's 2019 Little League World Series run came to an end last month. Southwest champion Eastbank from River Ridge, La., defeated Loudoun South after Louisiana's pitcher through a five-inning no-hitter, according to reports.

Leesburg Nominated For Best Mountain Town By Southern Living

Virginians know firsthand how wonderful their communities are and now the entire nation is about to find out. Leesburg has been nominated for Best Mountain Town by Southern Living. Fredericksburg is up for Best Small Town, too. While the competition is steep, Virginians can vote and show their local town some love.

Spectacular $1M Leesburg Home Features Heated Saltwater Pool

A breathtaking brick home situated at the end of a private cul de sac on 2.5 acres has amazing features such as an integrated sound system, heated floors in the master bathroom and newly finished hardwood floors and banisters. A grand living room in this $1M Leesburg home is flooded with natural light from the expansive windows, which offers a serene view of the heated saltwater pool.

What You Need To Make An Hour To Rent In Loudoun County

They say home is where the heart is, but a new report by affordable housing advocates also shows that home is where the money is. The typical household in Loudoun County must earn $32.02 an hour to afford a modest, two-bedroom apartment at fair market rate, according to the National Low Income Housing Coalition. In the report, "Out of Reach," Virginia is said to have the 13th highest "housing wage" in the country.

Leesburg Juvenile Detention Worker Arrested On Felony Sex Charges

Loudoun County police arrested a juvenile detention worker Aug. 19 who is now facing multiple felony sex charges including rape and sodomy. Clifton Townsend, 60, of Leesburg, is employed at the Fairfax County Juvenile Detention Center, but police said Townsend's victim was not associated with the center.