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Thursday, March 27th, 2025
Good morning, Leesburg. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 27th of March.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Loudoun wineries are joining the first-ever Virginia Women in Wine Trail — a new event — that began this month and includes 11 local vineyards. Organizer Hailey Zurschmeide — chief vision officer of the event — said the celebration honors Virginia women in the wine industry. Loudoun Times-Mirror
- ➤ Shiloh Manor Farm will hold a spring chamber music recital and dinner on April 12 at 6 p.m. at 14781 Berlin Turnpike in Purcellville — professors and noted musicians will play works by Telemann, Vivaldi and Bach, and chef Erik Foxx Nettnin will serve a French dinner — celebrating the season. Blue Ridge Leader
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The spring high school musical season begins this weekend as several schools launch productions across Loudoun County—bringing high energy with song and dance. The shows will run for the next two weeks and give the community a variety of live entertainment options. Loudoun Times-Mirror
- ➤ Loudoun County High School hosted its fourth annual Women's Summit on March 18 during Women's History Month—organized by various school groups to celebrate women's contributions. Loudoun Times-Mirror
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Lovettsville's new 20,000-square-foot fire-rescue station opened last week and is almost complete with upgrades that add safety and comfort for firefighters, including a hot decontamination area (the first in the county) and an on-site gear cleaning station (which cuts cleaning time). The station will hold a ribbon cutting on Saturday, March 29 at 10 a.m. Loudoun Now
- ➤ The Leesburg Town Council approved a $158 million fiscal year 2026 budget that holds the real estate tax rate at 17.74 cents and cuts the $25 vehicle registration fee by a 5-2 vote Tuesday night — the council shifted $120,000 from the stormwater system fund to avoid a tax increase while expecting future data center revenue. The council also unanimously backed a $467.6 million capital improvements program for fiscal years 2026—2031. Loudoun Now
- ➤ Gov. Glenn Youngkin set requirements to establish Oak Hill State Park if The Conservation Fund provides a comprehensive funding plan confirming $52 million to cover acquisition, development + operation. The guidelines call for a community foundation to manage an endowment and for creating a Citizen Support Organization with reports due by Aug. 31 and Dec. 1, and the General Assembly will review the amendment on April 2. Loudoun Now
- ➤ The Round Hill Town Council voted last week to keep the town’s low 6.6-cent property tax rate, add a 2% meals tax, and increase water rates — a plan expected to bring in about $80,000 a year from prepared food sellers after last year’s annexation of the Hill High commercial complex and help cover a waived $25 vehicle license fee next year. These measures mark the council’s first decision in nearly a decade not to lower the real estate tax rate. Loudoun Now
- ➤ County leaders endorsed a proposal by Board of Supervisors Vice Chair Michael R. Turner to study microgrids and onsite backup generators as part of phase two of the county’s Comprehensive Plan and Zoning Ordinance amendments for data center regulations. County staff will develop policy guidance and zoning standards for power sources to address land use and environmental concerns—this phase is expected to take 14 months. Loudoun Now
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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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Adelitas Way Concert
6-9 p.m. — Tally Ho Theater — Cost not specified — Enjoy an evening with Las Vegas's Adelitas Way as they celebrate their music's success.
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Open House in River Creek
12-3 p.m. — 18545 Sandpiper Pl, Leesburg, VA — Free entry — Explore 36 homes for sale with Compass and connect with agents for all your house-hunting needs.
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