Good morning, Leesburg.

In Loudoun County, the school board voted Tuesday to rename Frances Hazel Reid Elementary School to Mildred and Richard Loving Elementary School—Mercer Middle School will soon be renamed Gum Spring Middle School after a review found both names had ties to racism.

The Loudoun County School Board voted unanimously last night to reject changes to retiree healthcare and appointed a select committee to develop a new plan.

Retirees, current employees and the Loudoun Education Alliance had pushed back on the plan that would cut benefits for spouses and dependents when retirees become Medicare eligible — prompting concerns over transparency.

Kimberly Poole of J. Lupton Simpson Middle School and Jeff Joseph, principal at Dominion Trail Elementary School, were named the region’s top educational leaders with Teacher of the Year and Principal of the Year awards sponsored by The Washington Post.

They each received a $7,500 prize, a trophy, and a profile in the paper when LCPS Supervisor Carrie Simms presented the awards during a Tuesday School Board meeting — an honor that highlights their dedication to student success.

On Tuesday, Purcellville Town Council voted to fully fund its police department for Fiscal Year 2026 after residents and two board members raised concerns that defunding could slow response times—officials added that a full budget review will address the department's future.

The decision reverses earlier plans to cut costs by transferring law enforcement to the county sheriff’s office.

On Tuesday the Leesburg Town Council voted to rezone the Greenway Manor campus to expand Destiny School of Arts, allow construction of a commercial inn and turn the historic barn into a performing arts center—residents voiced concerns about noise and parking that led to stricter event limits. The rezoning passed with six votes in favor and one councilmember abstaining due to a conflict of interest.

Loudoun County’s Department of Mental Health, Substance Abuse and Developmental Services will offer free Rapid REVIVE! opioid overdose training on April 29 at the Shenandoah Building in Leesburg from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Residents can drop in to view a short training video, receive naloxone kits + get information on opioids and fentanyl without needing to register.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

2025 Mom's Day 5k

8-10 a.m. — Philip A. Bolen Memorial Regional Park — $35 entry — Participate in a fun-filled 5k with medals, shirts, and a virtual option available.

Schism - Tool Tribute

7-8:30 p.m. — Tally Ho Theater — $34.22 - $68.77 — Experience the music of Tool reimagined through a captivating tribute performance.

Elton John Tribute Concert in Leesburg

7-8:30 p.m. — Tally Ho Theater — Check event page for cost — Celebrate iconic performances with a night of ELTON and BILLY alongside special guests Hudson River Line.