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Phyllis Randall

Phyllis Joycelyn Randall (born 1964 or 1965)[1] is an American politician and mental-health therapist. A Democrat, she is chair at-large of the Loudoun County Board of Supervisors, Virginia and the first African-American woman to chair a county board in Virginia. She was also the defendant in a notable 2019 lawsuit, Davison v. Randall, in which the United States Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit ruled that the First Amendment precludes government officials from blocking constituents on official government social media accounts.

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Loudoun County Approves Massive $4.5 Million Subsidy for Nonprofit Grants Amid Taxpayer Concerns

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The Loudoun County Board of Supervisors recently approved a massive spending package exceeding four point five million dollars for human services nonprofit competitive grants....

Loudoun County Budget Swells as Philomont Fire Station Expansion Adds Millions in Taxpayer Burden

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Loudoun County taxpayers are facing another massive financial burden as the local government pushes forward with a staggering overall proposed budget of $5.4 billion....

Veteran’s Testimony Highlights Threat to American Dream in Loudoun County Against Data Centers

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The veteran's remarks focused on the VCC proposal as a direct challenge to the quality of life he worked to secure. He noted that...

Loudoun County Board Uses Surplus to Avoid Debt, But $194 Million Balance Highlights Overtaxation

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During a pivotal meeting on January 6, 2026, the Loudoun County Board of Supervisors made a crucial financial decision to allocate $34 million from...

Caleb Kershner Pushes Back on Burdensome Food Truck Rules

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The Core of the Regulatory Challenge Kershner described the rule as impractical and counterproductive for small food businesses. Food trucks must often pack up equipment...

Loudoun County Public Schools Passes $2.1 Billion Budget Amid Taxpayer Concerns Over Historic Spending

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The Loudoun County School Board recently approved a massive $2.1 billion operating budget for the public school system, raising serious concerns among taxpayers regarding...

Virginia Beer Wholesalers Association PAC Supports Senator Russet Perry with $3,000 Donation

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The Virginia Beer Wholesalers Association PAC contributed $3,000 to Friends of Russet Perry on May 26, 2026. This donation comes from the political action...

Loudoun County Pushes $32 Million into Subsidized Housing Amid Bloated $5.4 Billion Budget

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Loudoun County taxpayers are facing another heavy financial burden as local officials push forward with a massive budget that prioritizes government-subsidized housing programs over...

Excessive Regulations Burden Loudoun Homeowners with Skyrocketing Shed Permit Costs

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The situation underscores the challenges homeowners encounter when navigating bureaucratic hurdles in local government. Supervisor Caleb Kershner has brought attention to these hidden expenses...

Loudoun County Proposes Bloated FY2027 Budget with Massive Compensation Hikes

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Loudoun County taxpayers face another massive financial burden as the proposed Fiscal Year 2027 budget allocates a staggering $28.5 million for government employee compensation...

Preserving Western Loudoun’s Heritage Through Mountainside Protections

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Origins of the Mountainside Overlay District The Mountainside Overlay District was created in the 1990s. It was established based solely on an elevation threshold of...

Loudoun County IT Department Seeks Costly New Middle Management Position

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As Loudoun County prepares its financial roadmap for the coming years, taxpayers are once again being asked to foot the bill for expanding government...

Amazon’s Data Center Expansion Boosts Virginia Economy and Private Enterprise

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Amazon Data Services has emerged as the confirmed end customer for a significant data center development in Herndon within Fairfax County, Virginia. This development...

Loudoun County FY2027 Budget Proposes Reckless $28.5 Million Compensation Hike Amid Taxpayer Struggles

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Loudoun County taxpayers are facing yet another massive expansion of government spending as the proposed FY2027 budget allocates a staggering $28.5 million exclusively for...

Loudoun Zoning Changes Threaten Vineyard Property Rights

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Concerns Over Government Overreach in Land Use The discussion centered on how these regulations could force many established vineyards into non-conforming status without warning. Mike...
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Loudoun County Approves Massive $4.5 Million Subsidy for Nonprofit Grants Amid Taxpayer Concerns

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The Loudoun County School Board recently approved a massive $2.1 billion operating budget for...

Virginia Beer Wholesalers Association PAC Supports Senator Russet Perry with $3,000 Donation

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Loudoun County Pushes $32 Million into Subsidized Housing Amid Bloated $5.4 Billion Budget

Loudoun County taxpayers are facing another heavy financial burden as local officials push forward...

Excessive Regulations Burden Loudoun Homeowners with Skyrocketing Shed Permit Costs

The situation underscores the challenges homeowners encounter when navigating bureaucratic hurdles in local government....

Loudoun County Proposes Bloated FY2027 Budget with Massive Compensation Hikes

Loudoun County taxpayers face another massive financial burden as the proposed Fiscal Year 2027...

Preserving Western Loudoun’s Heritage Through Mountainside Protections

Origins of the Mountainside Overlay District The Mountainside Overlay District was created in the 1990s....

Loudoun County IT Department Seeks Costly New Middle Management Position

As Loudoun County prepares its financial roadmap for the coming years, taxpayers are once...

Amazon’s Data Center Expansion Boosts Virginia Economy and Private Enterprise

Amazon Data Services has emerged as the confirmed end customer for a significant data...

Loudoun County FY2027 Budget Proposes Reckless $28.5 Million Compensation Hike Amid Taxpayer Struggles

Loudoun County taxpayers are facing yet another massive expansion of government spending as the...

Loudoun Zoning Changes Threaten Vineyard Property Rights

Concerns Over Government Overreach in Land Use The discussion centered on how these regulations could...

Loudoun County School Board Member Lauren Shernoff Champions Reduced Screen Time in Early Education

Shernoff’s position highlights concerns about the impact of constant device access on young children’s...

Loudoun County Advances Massive $5.4 Billion Budget Amid Conservative Calls to Cut Wasteful Education Spending

The Loudoun County Board of Supervisors recently advanced a massive $5.4 billion budget for...

Loudoun County Budget Balloons to $5.4 Billion as Board Approves 188 New Positions

Loudoun County taxpayers are facing a staggering $5.4 billion total budget that significantly expands...

Loudoun County’s Massive $194.4 Million Surplus Highlights Need for Tax Relief and Spending Cuts

Loudoun County officials recently announced a staggering $194.4 million unassigned fund balance for fiscal...

Loudoun County Approves Massive $4.5 Million Nonprofit Grant Budget Amid Taxpayer Concerns

Loudoun County taxpayers are facing yet another significant expansion of local government spending as...

Loudoun County FY2027 Budget Proposal Exposes Runaway Government Spending and Bureaucratic Bloat

Loudoun County taxpayers are facing another massive financial burden as the proposed FY2027 budget...

Loudoun County’s $5.4 Billion Budget Masks Bureaucratic Bloat Behind Data Center Windfalls

Loudoun County has officially unveiled a staggering $5.4 billion budget that relies heavily on...

Loudoun County IT Department Seeks Bureaucratic Expansion with New Middle-Management Role

Loudoun County taxpayers are once again being asked to foot the bill for expanding...

Loudoun Chair Phyllis Randall Seeks to Block ICE from County Sites

The proposal comes during a meeting of the Loudoun County Board of Supervisors where...

Loudoun County Hoards $194 Million Surplus Instead of Providing Tax Relief

Massive Tax Surplus Raises Questions The recent financial disclosures demand immediate scrutiny from the public....

Republicans Must Fill the Ranks: Virginia’s Election Officer Shortage Puts Integrity at Risk

Across the Commonwealth of Virginia, a staffing crisis is unfolding in plain sight. County...

Loudoun School Board Probes Coaching Stipend Inequities Amid Taxpayer Concerns

Background on the Stipend Disparity Deana Griffiths pointed out that some sports receive higher stipends...

Loudoun County Taxpayers Burdened by $5.4 Billion Budget and Rampant Government Expansion

Loudoun County taxpayers are facing the financial weight of a massive $5.4 billion budget...

Loudoun County Transportation Faces Daily Logistics Strain and Fiscal Scrutiny

The department oversees one hundred fifty three daily special needs trips as part of...

Loudoun Teacher Salaries Outpace Inflation in Compounded Analysis

The chart presented in the analysis breaks down these figures year by year with...

Parents Demand Accountability from Loudoun County School Board on Safety Failures

Public comment sessions at board meetings have highlighted how certain facility policies allow students...

Russet Perry Senate Campaign Committee Makes $2,500 Payment to Legislative Aide Alison Trahan

A recent campaign finance filing shows that the Friends of Russet Perry committee issued...

Loudoun County School Board Strengthens Dress Code Standards

Board discussions highlighted the need for firm guidelines that promote conservative principles of personal...

Loudoun County Explores Challenges of Underground Power Lines

Utility infrastructure decisions involve multiple layers of planning and coordination. Factors such as cost,...

Parental Rights Demand Full Transparency in Loudoun County Classrooms

Parental Involvement Remains Essential Parents have expressed strong concerns about limited information reaching them regarding...

Ashburn Homeowners Face Dominion Power Lines for Data Center Boom

In a decision that underscores tensions between individual property rights and large-scale infrastructure projects,...

Loudoun County School Board Sparks Debate on Dress Code Standards

Shernoff and Riccardi have brought attention to how pajama pants may undermine the professional...

Sterling Residents Demand Action on Data Center Noise

The effects extend beyond human discomfort to broader environmental concerns in the area. Local...

Amy Riccardi Honors Veterans’ Sacrifices in Loudoun County Tribute

The Context of the Tribute Amy Riccardi spoke during a Loudoun County School Board session...

Caleb Kershner Exposes Zoning Manipulation Risks in Loudoun

Risks to Fair Development Practices Kershner pointed out that shifting zoning rules to target individual...

Loudoun County School Board Member Raises Concerns Over Traditional School Calendar

The discussion centers on whether reducing traditional summer breaks is leading to challenges for...

Loudoun County Explores Phased Year-Round School Shift

The plan outlines a complete shift for the 2029-30 school year to a schedule...

Loudoun County School Funding Exceeds 100 Percent Due to CEP Data Practices

Board members explored how data from four years prior influences current funding formulas. The...

Loudoun Parents Deserve Direct Answers on Student Safety

Bureaucratic Barriers to Parental Involvement Board members argued that empowering teachers to act without excessive...

Loudoun’s Lauren Shernoff Pushes Cell Phone Storage to Restore Classroom Focus

Shernoff emphasized that previous policies had proven effective in maintaining order. She called for...

Loudoun County Families Face Health Risks from Overhead Power Lines as Board Seeks Last Chance for Safer Routes

The Loudoun County Board of Supervisors, including Chair Phyllis Randall, Vice Chair Michael Turner,...

Loudoun County Parents Demand End to Bureaucratic Barriers in Special Education

The conversation centered on the need to empower educators to act swiftly when incidents...

The Valley Link Power Line Boondoggle: Big Energy’s Costly Assault on Virginia’s Heartland to Fuel Data Center Cronyism

In the rolling hills and historic farmlands of central Virginia, a massive government-enabled corporate...

Loudoun County Mother Exposes SOL Testing Failures and Fights for Dyslexic Daughter

The mother's experience underscores broader challenges within the local education system. She notes that...

Juli Briskman Stands Firm Against Data Center Rezonings in Loudoun County

Supervisor Juli Briskman has expressed strong opposition towards the Democrats rezoning of land for...

Loudoun County School Board Debates Teacher Communication Restrictions Amid Red Tape Concerns

The meeting focused on the need to empower teachers to act quickly without excessive...

Slow Start for Spanberger

by Rich Tucker Imagine that you are at a Donald Trump event. You see a...

Loudoun County School Board Shifts to Propane Buses Amid Cost and Reliability Issues

Loudoun County Public Schools is shifting away from electric buses and toward propane-fueled vehicles....

Candidate Dave Beckwith Champions Homeschooling and Parental Rights in Bid for Congress

A Veteran’s Personal Commitment to Family First Republican congressional candidate Dave Beckwith, a 30-year Air...

Loudoun County Special Education Practices Draw Scrutiny Over Student and Staff Treatment

Teachers and support staff dedicated to special education programs also encounter ongoing difficulties in...

Loudoun County Calls for Fair Pay for Substitute Bus Drivers

The role requires substitute drivers to manage the same title and pay structure as...

Taxpayer-Funded Climate Office in Loudoun County Schools Draws Scrutiny as Wasteful Green Agenda Priority

The speaker, addressing what appeared to be a Loudoun County School Board gathering, emphasized...

Parent Exposes Dangers of Loudoun Schools’ Transgender Affirmation Policies

The parent highlighted how Loudoun County Public Schools (LCPS) policies contribute to a surge...

Loudoun County Democrats Weaponize FOIA Fees to Stifle Conservative Press and Public Scrutiny

In the video, a representative from Red Virginia News recounts submitting a FOIA request...

Loudoun County Government Failure Exposed: Shocking Venue Safety Violations Jeopardize Public Safety

The inventory scrutinized 100 venues with significant crowd capacities, exposing volume anomalies that scream...

Loudoun County School Board Commits to Community-Driven School Renaming Process Amid Past Political Concerns

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Loudoun County School Board Grapples with Elementary School Safety as Parents Demand Action

The Loudoun County School Board, representing districts across the county, includes members such as...

Loudoun County Democrat-Led Board Under Fire for $300 FOIA Fees Blocking Press Access to Records

The footage features a concerned citizen explaining the ordeal directly to the camera. He...

Suhas Subramanyam Calls for Packing or Purging State Supreme Court to Override Voters and Constitution

In a stunning display of partisan rage and constitutional contempt, Virginia Democrats, reeling from...

Delegate Lopez Wrongly Labels Parental Safeguards as Assault on Virginia History

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Loudoun County Democratic Committee Faces Scrutiny Over School Facility Use

The individual noted that in this particular instance, members of the Loudoun County Democratic...

Taxpayers Deserve Practical Sustainability in Loudoun County’s Tuscarora Land Bay 4 Government Center

The project represents an opportunity to build infrastructure that stands the test of time...

Loudoun Education Foundation’s Unique Partnership with LCPS Leadership Powers Student Achievement

The foundation's impact is profound, with over 80 projects and partners outlined for fiscal...

Loudoun County Board Chair Phyllis Randall Calls for Removal of Public Comment Videos, Igniting Free Speech Debate

This incident, captured in a widely shared clip, has raised serious questions about the...

Seventh-Generation Farmer Raises Alarm Over Agrotourism’s Threat to Western Loudoun’s Rural Legacy

Rockland Farm, located in the heart of western Loudoun, represents a piece of Virginia's...

Loudoun County Schools Face Insurance Crisis: Time for Fiscal Discipline in Education Spending

For years, the district enjoyed strong fund performances, but the last few have been...

Fairfax County School Board Grapples with Calendar Chaos and Policy Void

The Fairfax County School Board, consisting of Chair Sandy Anderson of Springfield District, Vice...

Virginia Father Sounds Alarm on Reckless Truck Maneuvers Endangering Neighborhood Children

The resident pointed out that when these trucks enter the nearby site, they veer...

Parent’s Harrowing Near-Miss Exposes Dangers of Route 7 Traffic Amid Warehouse Push in Virginia County

This firsthand account serves as a stark reminder of the everyday risks families face...

Loudoun Education Foundation Ensures No Child Goes Hungry on Snow Days

The dedication of the LEF team embodies the spirit of local community support that...

Taxpayer-Funded Government Center in Virginia Faces Push for Pricey Green Add-Ons

From a perspective prioritizing fiscal responsibility, this push raises significant concerns about the prudent...

Loudoun Counties $2.1 BILLION DOLLAR Non-Departmental Waste: The Budget’s Hidden Black Hole

In Loudoun County’s FY 2027 Proposed Budget, the single largest line item isn’t a...

Loudoun County Taxpayers Foot $85.8 Million Bill for Attainable Housing Push in FY27 Budget

The FY27 proposal includes $10.5 million for a loan program expected to fund 100...

Virginia Delegate JJ Singh Calls for Banning Knives, Guns, Bats, and Cars as Assault Weapons

In his remarks, Singh revisited a gun violence bill that successfully passed the General...

Virginia Delegate JJ Singh Pushes Assault Weapons Ban While Carrying Religious Dagger, Sparking Second Amendment Backlash

The first bill, focused on combating gun violence, successfully passed both chambers of the...

Will Union “Dues Skimming’ come to Virginia?

By Chris Braunlich, Governor Abigail Spanberger has many reasons to veto the bill that...

New Father Challenges Loudoun County’s Risky Plan for Maintenance Facility Near Playgrounds and Schools

The father, whose daughter is just two weeks old, articulated a heartfelt plea: 'I...

Parent Delivers Passionate Plea Against Warehouse Project Citing Child Safety Risks and County Liability

Route 7 serves as a critical artery through Virginia's northern regions, carrying thousands of...

Loudoun County School Board Faces Backlash Over Alleged Cover-Up of Child Abuse in Classroom

The Loudoun County School Board, chaired by April Chandler and including members such as...

Loudoun School Board Democrats Attempt Overreach in Heated SRO Expansion Debate

The Loudoun County School Board, comprising Chair April Chandler, Vice Chair Anne Donohue, Lauren...

Loudoun School Board Democrats Overreach on SRO Expansion Agenda

The Loudoun County School Board, serving one of Virginia's fastest-growing and most affluent counties,...

Virginia Parents Stand Firm: Biological Sex Cannot Be Changed, Warn Against Harmful Gender Transitions

Biological sex is determined at conception by chromosomes—XX for females, XY for males—and cannot...

Loudoun County School Board Hypocrisy Exposed: Kids at Risk While Officials Hide Behind Armed Guards

Parents point out that while middle and high schools already benefit from SROs through...

Mark Warner’s Term Limit Pledge from 1996 Contradicted by Fourth Senate Run

In July 1996, Warner, then a political newcomer challenging incumbent Republican Senator John Warner,...

The RPV Eats Its Own, Part II — The Specifics

In my previous letter, “The RPV Eats Its Own, Part I — The General,”...

Loudoun County Public Schools Faces Renewed Criticism Over Transparency Shortfalls

Loudoun County Public Schools has long been at the center of debates over accountability....

Vital Need for School Resource Officers in Rural Loudoun County Schools Amid Lengthy Police Response Times

Loudoun County, with its mix of suburban growth and vast rural expanses in districts...

Loudoun County Sheriff’s Emphasis on Mentor-Trained SROs Highlights Path to Safer Schools

The undersheriff explained that the program thrives due to thorough vetting processes for personnel,...

Loudoun School Board Conservative Pushes Back Against Rejection of Elementary School Resource Officers

The Loudoun County School Board, consisting of Chair April Chandler (Algonkian District), Lauren Shernoff...

Mark Warner Faces Backlash for Breaking Two-Term Pledge as He Files for Fourth Senate Run

That campaign saw Warner challenge longtime Republican incumbent John Warner in a closely contested...

Parents Champion Fully Funded Plan for School Resource Officers in Loudoun County Elementary Schools

The proposal outlines a phased approach where each SRO would oversee three to four...

Loudoun County Parents Demand Action After School Board Rejects Fully Funded SRO Proposal for Elementary Schools

The proposal, put forward by Sheriff Mike Chapman, aimed to assign each SRO to...

Loudoun County Faces New Push for 5-Cent Plastic Bag Tax Amid Fiscal Concerns by Marty Martinez

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