Good morning, Leesburg.

Fifty Loudoun farmers met last week at Walsh Family Wine near Purcellville to discuss challenges such as high living costs, zoning uncertainties, and misperceptions about modern farming—while highlighting strengths like rich soils, moderate weather and community collaboration that support the county’s agricultural future.

Dominion Energy submitted proposals to the State Corporation Commission that would raise the fuel rate on July 1 and request base rate increases of $8.51 in 2026 and $2 in 2027 for residential customers (to cover rising fuel, labor, and material costs).

The proposals also include a new rate class for high energy users (data centers) that would require a 14-year commitment.

A two-year study on segregated schools from the 1880s to the early 1970s has been published by the county using archival research, oral histories, and local accounts—including input from Leesburg native James Roberts—highlighting differences in resources and community strength.

The Board of Supervisors will soon decide whether to form a work group to guide community healing from this troubled past.

Vikyath Tanamala, a student at Selden’s Landing Elementary School, won the 43rd Annual LCPS Regional Spelling Bee on March 26 at Lightridge High School+ her victory highlights her strong spelling skills among regional competitors.

Officials said work to connect 118 homes near Hidden Lane Landfill with new waterlines will begin in June and take two years, after forever chemicals — PFAS — were found in 43 of 46 nearby wells while 40 homes used TCE treatment systems; cleanup efforts have removed 15,000 tons of contaminated debris and groundwater sampling is scheduled this summer. Property owners may choose to keep their wells for non-drinking uses, though contamination makes potable use not recommended.

County supervisors on Tuesday adopted the Fiscal Year 2026 budget of $4.7 billion that lowers the real estate tax rate to 80.5 cents per $100 of assessed value and cuts vehicle property rates so that homeowners will see a slight reduction in their bills.

The board also transferred $8 million from its Revenue Stabilization Fund to a new contingency fund for public schools and updated its Capital Improvement Program to support $3.8 billion in county, school, and transportation projects.

Loudoun County scored 81 out of 100 on the 2024 Municipal Equality Index from the Human Rights Campaign and the Board of Supervisors reviewed the report on April 1.

Supervisors Juli Briskman and Sylvia Glass said strong non-discrimination laws in employment, housing and public services show progress while county staff began work on a Human Rights Commission—steps that aim to support all residents.

The Leesburg Town Council adopted the Fiscal Year 2026 Budget and Six-Year Capital Improvements Program on March 25 — the $157.1 million budget keeps the current tax rate while funding new public safety, IT, and transportation positions.

The plan includes a $367.6 million Capital Improvements Program with 75 projects, a 4.1% increase in average residential utility bills, and contributions toward the visitor center at the George C. Marshall Center and a cemetery project at St. James’ Episcopal Church.

The Loudoun County Animal Shelter in Leesburg is closing for electrical work in April.

It will close Tuesday, April 8 in the morning and reopen at 12:00 p.m. with a rain date of April 15, and close all day Monday, April 21 with reopening Tuesday, April 22 at 8:30 a.m. with a rain date of April 28 — humane law enforcement services will still work.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Easter Brunch & Egg Hunt

11 AM – 2 PM — The Branch - Restaurant & Bowling — Menu prices apply — Indulge in a delicious brunch followed by a delightful Easter Egg Hunt for kids.

Christian Lopez Concert in Leesburg

7-8:30 p.m. — Tally Ho Theater — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an evening of live music with Christian Lopez and special guests Enslow and Justin Trawick.

Freddie Long Live Performance

5-8 p.m. — Vanish Farmwoods Brewery — Free entry — Enjoy a lively evening with local favorite Freddie Long playing a mix of hits across genres.

LGS Walk 'N' Wheel

10:30 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. — Douglass Community Center — Support the fight against LGS with a fun community walk and wheel event.