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Saturday, April 12th, 2025
Good morning, Leesburg. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 12th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ An investment group took over Ion International Training Center on April 11—announcing that skating programs will be revived after months of uncertainty. The new owners plan to restore rink activities as they work to secure its future. Loudoun Times-Mirror
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Deputies responded just before 11 a.m. on April 10 to a trench collapse in the 19000 block of Belmont Ridge Road in Ashburn—rescue crews extricated a worker who later died, and the Sheriff's Office is investigating the fatal incident with Virginia OSHA. Loudoun Now
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ A new Rush Bowls restaurant will open April 26 at Ashbrook Commons in Ashburn, serving healthy bowls with fruits and grains — it marks the chain’s second location in town after Brambleton Town Center. On opening day, the first 50 customers will receive a free bowl. The Burn
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Loudoun County Public Schools approved changes to its grading policy this week that remove the 50% floor for AP classes and lower the retake ceiling to 70% — a move based on teacher and public feedback. The board also redefined terms like reasonable effort and revised summative assessments to better align with college preparation. Loudoun Now
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Montgomery County Executive Marc Elrich offered a $3 million incentive to restart White’s Ferry service that carried 600 to 800 vehicles a day until it stopped in December 2020 after a dispute over landing rights. The county will provide technical assistance until July 1 — its final effort to resolve the dispute — to guide discussions between the parties involved. WTOP
- ➤ During National Crime Victims' Rights Week, Commonwealth's Attorney Bob Anderson hosted an awards ceremony that honored local service providers who help crime victims cope with tragedy. The awards recognized law enforcement officials, medical workers, and advocates for their work supporting victims in Loudoun. Loudoun Now
- ➤ At Tuesday's meeting, Purcellville Town Council voted to begin closing its police department to save over $3 million a year, and many residents along with Police Chief Sara Lombraña expressed deep concern. Mayor Christopher Bertaut said the move will shift services to the Loudoun County Sheriff's Office (though job transfers are not guaranteed) and lower water and wastewater rates while petitioners (a growing group) have decried the decision. Loudoun Now
- ➤ Maryland legislature and Montgomery County approved $3 million today to help restart White’s Ferry service, which closed in December 2020 after a court ruling on Virginia landing rights. The measure gives new owner Chuck Kuhn and Rockland Farm LLC head Libby Devlin until July 1 to work out a new agreement and resume service for affected communities. Loudoun Now
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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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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Strangelove - The Depeche Mode Experience
7-8:30 p.m. — Tally Ho Theater — Tickets available — Experience the Grammy-nominated tribute band delivering the best of Depeche Mode hits.
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L.A. Guns Live in Leesburg
7-8:30 p.m. — Tally Ho Theater — Ticketed event — Enjoy an epic night of rock featuring 80s legends L.A. Guns and special guest Red Reign.
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Goose Creek Players present: 'Clue: On Stage'
2-4 p.m. — Franklin Park Performing & Visual Arts Center — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a hilarious stage adaptation of the beloved board game and movie classic.
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Nashville Nights Band Concert
8-9:30 p.m. — Tally Ho Theater — Tickets required — Immerse yourself in a nostalgic trip through the golden era of 90's country music with the Nashville Nights Band.
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