Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 4th of March.
Good morning, Leesburg.
The DoD is considering Middleburg Training Center for the Army's mounted escorts - a move that has worried local equestrian leaders and racing experts.
A community meeting will be held Wednesday evening at Upperville’s Buchanan Hall to discuss the center’s historic and economic value in Virginia.
Royal Biryani House is a new restaurant set to open at the Moorefield Village retail center off Loudoun County Parkway near LoCo Parkway and Ryan Road, bringing Indian flavors to Ashburn (replacing a long-vacant Harris Teeter) and offering dishes like Chicken Dum Biryani, Egg Biryani, and Lamb Tikka Masala.
Three Loudoun County high school students attended the Women of NACo County-to-County Youth Initiative last month in Washington, DC to learn about local government and civic engagement, with Equinix sponsoring their trip.
The program helped them gain valuable insights to ask questions of county commissioners and national voices.
The Loudoun School Board will discuss a proposal to station police in elementary schools at a special meeting, with community members watching the debate.
The board’s decision to enhance school safety remains pending.
Sen. Russet Perry and Del.
John McAuliff’s agrivoltaics bills, which set standards for renewable projects that support farms, were approved by both legislative houses and now move to Gov. Abigail Spanberger for a decision. A local pilot near Aldie shows how the law could protect farm operations.
Leesburg’s Board of Architectural Review (BAR) deferred action on plans to convert the historic Greenway Manor Barn into a 330-seat theater, noting the redesign preserves its agrarian character.
The panel requested additional materials ahead of a final decision due by May.
Amazon Data Services bought the George Washington University Virginia Science and Technology Campus in Loudoun for about $427 million, according to real estate records reported by the GW Hatchet.
The purchase is set to impact local real estate dynamics soon.
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.
Country Night with Delta Spur
7-10 p.m. — Tally Ho Theater — Tickets starting at $21.70 — Enjoy high-energy country hits and timeless classics with the local favorite Delta Spur.
St. Patrick's Day Celebration
March 14-15 — Dirt Farm Brewing — Merchandise 17% off — Celebrate with festive food specials and the release of our Red Merl Irish Red Ale on Nitro.
The Plot Thickens Book Club
6:45-7:45 p.m. — Thomas Balch Library — Free entry — Dive into history-focused books with fellow enthusiasts at this monthly book club.
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