Tuesday, March 17th, 2026
Good morning, Leesburg. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 17th of March.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Vino Bistro in the Village at Leesburg is under new ownership and will operate as Vino Bistro for the next several weeks before rebranding as Mediterranean concept Falcon & Fig. The owners plan to introduce elevated dining with curated experiences including live music and special events. Inside Nova
- ➤ Karak House Coffee will open at Dulles 28 Centre in Loudoun County in Fall 2026, taking over the former GameStop space between ULTA and DSW. The national chain will serve its signature Karak Chai tea along with coffee, lattes, lemonades and pastries (planned). The Burn
- ➤ A new rooftop Mexican restaurant is opening Wednesday, April 15 at Hotel Burg from 4 p.m. to close, serving a specially-curated menu by Chef Vincent Badiee and Jason Miller. Chase members can still reserve seating in advance for this venue with panoramic city views. The Burn
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Vikyath Tanamala, a sixth grader from Belmont Ridge Middle School, won the LCPS Regional Spelling Bee on March 12 at Rock Ridge High School after 16 rounds and now advances to the Scripps National Spelling Bee in Washington, D.C. set for May 25 to 28. Blue Ridge Leader
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Loudoun County school and county leaders rejected Sheriff Mike Chapman's proposal to station armed deputies in elementary schools and will continue discussions for improved safety. Similar debates are unfolding in other Virginia districts, with officials emphasizing unarmed security measures (focusing on technology and rapid response). Loudoun Now
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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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Reverend Horton Heat Concert
7-8:30 p.m. — Tally Ho Theater — Tickets available — Experience a night of rockabilly with the legendary Reverend Horton Heat.
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Genealogy Club Meeting
6-7:30 p.m. — Thomas Balch Library — No cost — Explore genealogy resources and techniques while sharing research insights with fellow enthusiasts.
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Village Pickle Tour #1
3 AM — Village Pickle — Cost details not provided — Discover your pickleball skills and enjoy community play in Leesburg's premier facility.
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