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Wednesday, April 22nd, 2026
Good morning, Leesburg. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 22nd of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ This morning, the Loudoun Chamber hosted its Valor Awards to honor community heroes for brave acts from last year, including 14-year-old Paxton Smith who rescued a driver from a burning car. Leaders celebrated the lifesaving actions of first responders and local civilians. Loudoun Now
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Red Bar Sushi closed Bellewood Commons on East Market Street and will move to a new venue at the Village at Leesburg (near CMX Village 14 movie theater) with a focus on Thai food and nightlife; meanwhile, the Middleburg spot rebranded as Chan Nara will keep the menu and address. The Burn
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Data from the Virginia Department of Workforce Development shows Northern Virginia unemployment has risen following federal workforce cuts; Fairfax County added 6,005 residents in January while Loudoun’s rate climbed to 3.7, with officials noting that upcoming federal rehiring may ease the impact — Leesburg is part of the change. Inside Nova
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Almost 600 students from elementary and middle schools gathered at Academies of Loudoun on Saturday for the annual Innovation Day robotics competition; they built robots in PROPEL for elementary and Level Up for middle school + the Precision Points team won the battle bots championship. Loudoun Now
- ➤ A junior from Rock Ridge High School has launched Know Your Rights Loudoun, a free legal education program that will host Q&A sessions with attorneys at local libraries and provide referrals for legal services on topics including tenant, student, and business law. Loudoun Now
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Leesburg is launching a temporary campaign to tag recycling bins that contain non-recyclable items. Crews will inspect bins on an upcoming collection day and leave a red + label for residents to fix them before collecting the bins two business days later. WTOP
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Loudoun County plans to plant a Liberty Tree at Banshee Reeks Nature Preserve on April 24 during its Arbor Day picnic, inviting local residents to celebrate nature and community values. Loudoun Times-Mirror
- ➤ County supervisors approved two speed humps and signage on Old Ryan Road in Moorefield Station West to slow speeding after data showed 15% of nearly 2,000 daily motorists exceeded 25 mph (following homeowner support after a 2023 pedestrian fatality). The Transportation Department will set a timeline soon. Loudoun County
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ County leaders celebrated the start of construction for Rivana at Innovation Station on April 20 — a 103-acre mixed-use project at Rt. 28 and the Dulles Toll Road that will include offices, homes, retail and a hotel. Timberline Real Estate Partners and Origami Capital Partners plan the first phase for 2027. Loudoun Now
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The Plot Thickens: Founding Gardeners Book Club
6:45-7:45 p.m. — Thomas Balch Library — Free entry — Dive into history-focused literature with fellow book enthusiasts in Leesburg.
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Walk for LGS Research
10:30 AM – 2:00 PM — Douglass Community Center Playground — Free event — Connect with fellow families and advocates in support of LGS research.
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Springtime in Provence
6-10:30 p.m. — Shiloh Manor Farm — $170 per person — Celebrate the charm and flavors of Provence with a gourmet dinner and live French swing music.
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Root to Table: Field & Flame
5:30 p.m. — Riverside on the Potomac — Price TBA — Experience a unique culinary adventure with celebrated chefs and explore local farms.
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