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Wednesday, March 19th, 2025
Good morning, Leesburg. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 19th of March.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ A new bakery and cafe called Petit Sable with a French flavor is taking over the last vacant parcel on Highway 50 and Gateway Village Place next door to The Human Bean drive-thru in Loudoun County — franchisees will share more details on the menu and opening date soon. The Burn
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Parents of 20-year-old college student Sudiksha Konanki sent a letter to Dominican police asking them to legally declare her dead after a 12-day search found no trace of her, and the Loudoun County Sheriff’s Office received a similar letter noting that the person last seen with her is cooperating with the investigation—no evidence of foul play has been found. WTOP
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Loudoun County Public Schools has released a draft AI policy for public comment until March 28 that allows teacher-guided, division-approved use of AI tools in classrooms and includes plans for annual reviews and updates to academic integrity protocols—public feedback will help shape the final measures. Loudoun Now
- ➤ Trailside and Watson Mountain middle schools are piloting new schedules this year and have reported increased student achievement since the fall based on MAP data. Trailside uses an eight-period day with built-in support sessions and Watson Mountain employs an A–E day schedule while both schools plan to adjust the model next year based on survey feedback and academic results. Loudoun Now
- ➤ Tony Cimino-Johnson, a theater teacher at Rock Ridge High School, was named to the Northern Virginia 40 Under 40 Class of 2025. The award recognizes his work and highlights the impact of local educators. Loudoun Times-Mirror
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Loudoun County’s Board of Supervisors is planning to capture methane from the county landfill on Evergreen Mills Road in Leesburg and convert it to renewable natural gas—a project expected to start within the next five years. County officials said a request for proposal may be issued soon to install the needed equipment. WTOP
- ➤ On Tuesday, the Board of Supervisors approved zoning and plan amendments that end data centers as a by-right use but let 22 existing applications submitted before Feb. 12 continue if they are more than 500 feet from homes—these projects will now be reviewed fully through public hearings rather than a staff-level process. Loudoun Now
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Lounge Fly: A Tribute to Stone Temple Pilots
Enjoy a performance by Lounge Fly, paying tribute to the iconic rock band Stone Temple Pilots, at the Tally Ho Theater.
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Live Wire: The Ultimate AC/DC Experience
This event features a tribute to AC/DC, providing fans an exciting musical experience at Tally Ho Theater in Leesburg, VA.
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Totally Bowie - A Tribute to David Bowie
Totally Bowie is a dynamic 7-piece tribute band that performs the music of David Bowie, aiming to entertain both die-hard fans and newcomers alike with their energetic performances.
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So Fetch: A 2000s Tribute Band Performance
Enjoy a nostalgic experience with So Fetch performing hits from the 2000s at the Tally Ho Theater in Leesburg.
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Pat McGee Band Concert in Leesburg
The Pat McGee Band, featuring special guest Michael Clem of Michael Clem Music, will perform an all-ages concert at the Tally Ho Theater on March 30th.
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Maggie Miles Live Performance
7-11 p.m. | Tally Ho Theater | Ticketed event | Enjoy an evening with Maggie Miles and Oceanic in a charming venue.
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Leesburg First Friday
6-10 p.m. — Leesburg Historic District — Free entry — Explore local shops and enjoy art, live music, and food in historic downtown Leesburg.
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Thurston Howell Yacht Rock Spectacular
7:00 – 8:30 p.m. — Tally Ho Theater — Tickets available — Experience a nostalgic musical journey with a yacht rock theme.
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Red Not Chili Peppers Concert
7-8:30 p.m. — Tally Ho Theater — Cost not specified — Experience an intimate show with Red Not Chili Peppers at a local favorite venue.
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Wildflower Walk at Ball's Bluff Regional Park
10:00 – 11:30 AM — Ball's Bluff Battlefield Regional Park — Free entry — Explore the beauty of spring wildflowers in a scenic riverside park.
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