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Friday, April 18th, 2025
Good morning, Leesburg. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 18th of April.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ On April 11, a ribbon cutting celebrated the grand opening of The Little Gym + Snapology in the Village at Leesburg. The 9,000-square-foot facility, the first of its kind on the East Coast, offered gymnastics and STEAM programs designed to help children learn through play. Loudoun Now
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Following a six-month investigation, a Loudoun County grand jury indicted Leesburg resident Angad S. Sivia for failing to stop after a semi-truck hit a car that killed 93-year-old Monica Lee last October—three vehicle occupants received treatment—and he will return to court on May 22. Loudoun Now
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Recent data show that Virginia hotels increased 9.2% with 157 new properties added to reach 1,862 while hotel employment dropped 12.1% as 5,434 workers left—figures that contrast with a 7.3% rise in hotels nationwide. These numbers highlight continued development amid ongoing labor challenges in the hospitality sector. Inside Nova
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Morven Park is accepting applications for a free youth leadership retreat for seventh and eighth graders. The retreat offers two three-day sessions (July 15-17 at the Claude Moore Recreation and Community Center in Sterling and July 23-25 near Leesburg) and applicants must apply by May 12. Loudoun Now
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ County supervisors approved a $5.8 million contract with Hill International to support building the Western Loudoun Recreation Complex near Purcellville. The project—an 83,000 square-foot indoor facility with a 142-acre park—is expected to begin construction in summer 2026 and finish in fall 2028 once final designs pass review. Loudoun Now
- ➤ County supervisors approved suspending lawsuits against property owners for Mountainside Overlay District violations pending a review of the zoning ordinance in September—an action taken Tuesday amid concerns over strict rules. Loudoun Now
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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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