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Thursday, April 17th, 2025
Good morning, Leesburg. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 17th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Loudoun Now won 11 prizes in the 2024 News and Advertising contest announced April 12 by the Virginia Press Association—recognizing its award-winning newsroom work last year. Loudoun Now
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ El Patrón Taqueria is a new food truck that launched earlier this month and now serves Mexican street tacos, burritos, quesadillas, and gorditas along with extras like queso, guacamole, and onions — and it offers Mexican drinks such as horchata and naranjada — in the parking lot of the Mobil gas station at 47048 Leesburg Pike in Sterling. The Burn
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Loudoun County Department of Parks, Recreation and Community Services will host two virtual review meetings for the Comprehensive Arts Plan on April 29 at 6 to 7 p.m. and April 30 at 12 to 1 p.m.—developed from months of public input—to gather community feedback on strategies to promote local arts. Blue Ridge Leader
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Loudoun County residents expressed high satisfaction with local services and quality of life in the 2024 survey presented on April 15. The report showed 83 percent approval for the economy, 84 percent satisfaction with parks and recreation, and 79 percent positive ratings for livability while noting that housing affordability needs improvement — results provided by the National Research Center. Loudoun County
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ On April 11th, investors led by Joel Salamone announced that Ion International Training Center would resume its ice programs under new ownership — a change that reverses conversion plans and secures long-term homes for the Loudoun Knights and Washington Little Capitals. The center now faces the task of building a new management team and restoring trust while offering fresh opportunities for local ice sports. Loudoun Now
- ➤ Today, WTOP's Matt Kaufax joined the Virginia Valley Vipers as they practiced at Patrick Henry College (the Viper Pit) in Purcellville, aiming to boost local professional basketball after moving from Winchester two years ago. Players, coaches and owners shared how they plan to strengthen the team's connection to the community. WTOP
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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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Zoso: The Ultimate Led Zeppelin Tribute
7-8:30 p.m. — Tally Ho Theater — Ticket info available — Experience the ultimate tribute to Led Zeppelin by the renowned band Zoso.
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