Good morning, Leesburg.

Leesburg has opened nominations for its Small Business Awards (through Feb.

25) as business owners can submit entries to be recognized for local excellence.

Velocity Wings and Social House at East Gate Marketplace will close next week, Feb.

16, for conversion into a Makers Union gastropub & Milk & Honey Southern Inspired Kitchen. New openings are expected in early April as part of Thompson Restaurants' rebranding effort.

Thomas Balch Library shows a new Black History exhibit titled “A Century of Black History Commemorations: The Black Community and the BHC (Making of Memory in Loudoun County)” in its Mercer Room.

The exhibit spotlights the Black community’s role in the county and is open for viewing today.

Loudoun County Public Schools allocated $5.7M in its fiscal year 2027 budget to add student support services by hiring new math resource teachers, instructional coaches, and specialized staff while removing several enrollment fees; these changes are expected to improve classroom support and safety.

Lovettsville Elementary School is evacuated as firefighters investigate a reported gas leak after elevated gas levels were detected.

Buses are being used to keep students and staff warm while crews work to secure the building.

A new grading policy in Loudoun schools means fewer A grades as first quarter results show middle school A's dropping from 72% to 69% and high school A's falling from 59% to 57% with retest scores capped at 70 + officials plan to keep an eye on trends.

Virginia Department of Environmental Quality expanded its drought warning advisory to 39 counties and 16 cities, urging water conservation as recent winter precipitation failed to recharge supplies fully.

Affected areas include Northern Virginia, Northern Piedmont, Chowan, Roanoke River, and Shenandoah (local governments are coordinating response plans).

Genealogy Club Meeting

6-8 p.m. — Thomas Balch Library — Free entry — Explore genealogy tips and techniques in a friendly community setting.

RDGLDGRN Concert

7-11 p.m. — Tally Ho Theater — Ticket prices may apply — Experience the electrifying lyrics and beats of RDGLDGRN live on stage.

LANco Concert

7-9 p.m. — Tally Ho Theater — Tickets from $54 — Catch LANco live in a vibrant setting and enjoy a night of great music.

Airmont Road Live at Spanky's Shenanigans

9 p.m. — Spanky's Shenanigans — Check venue for entry fee — Enjoy classic rock and blues from Airmont Road's talented mix of old-school musicians.

Live Wire Concert

7-8:30 p.m. — Tally Ho Theater — Ticket prices vary — Experience the energetic alternative rock sounds of Live Wire, a rising local band from Peterborough.

Ballyhoo! Live Concert

6-9 p.m. — Tally Ho Theater — Ticket information available — Experience the high-energy rock and reggae vibes of Baltimore’s Ballyhoo! as they take the stage in Leesburg.

WSET Level 3 Award in Wines Course

6-9 p.m. — Echelon Wine Bar — $1,695 — Dive into the world of wines with this comprehensive 10-class series featuring guided tastings and a globally recognized certification.

Genealogy Club Meeting

6-8 p.m. — Thomas Balch Library — Free entry — Connect with fellow genealogy enthusiasts to explore resources and share research techniques.