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Friday, May 2nd, 2025
Good morning, Leesburg. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 2nd of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Loudoun County launched a project to lessen airplane noise near Dulles International Airport’s Runway 30 following a community meeting this month, and a design group will examine flight paths and propose changes to the FAA by late summer+ additional meetings will update residents on progress. Loudoun Now
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ The Loudoun County Sheriff’s Office arrested eight men for allegedly trying to exploit children online—seven are held without bond at the Adult Detention Center while one is at Montgomery County Detention Center after an April investigation with local and federal partners. Loudoun Now
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Commission on Public Art and Friends of Leesburg Public Arts will hold a ribbon cutting at 3 p.m. today at Georgetown Park to celebrate the new sculpture (Love Will Always Grow Here) by local artist (Alyssa Imes Welti), whose design features the state Dogwood and Cardinal and was approved last June with installation completed in March. Loudoun Now
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ On Wednesday at Morven Park, the Loudoun Chamber hosted its inaugural National Civics Bee where 21 middle school students answered 20 questions about civics. Eighth-grader Yousef Kiani won a $500 prize and will represent the county in the state finals on June 7 in Williamsburg — other top scorers also received prizes. Loudoun Now
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Loudoun County officials are studying Route 9 traffic to see if new road changes may alter the rural feel of western Loudoun—traffic-calming measures have pushed vehicles onto smaller roads from Maryland and West Virginia. A public outreach session is set for May 7 at Woodgrove High School—locals can share their views on keeping the area rural. Blue Ridge Leader
- ➤ Loudoun County is starting a pilot bicycle exchange program where residents can drop off working pedal bikes and pick up a used bike for free at the county landfill near the free compost and mulch area at 21101 Evergreen Mills Road—only pedal-powered bicycles in good condition will be accepted. Loudoun County
- ➤ Rep. Suhas Subramanyam will host a Medicaid town hall at Leesburg Elementary School from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. this Saturday to let residents share their concerns over possible federal cuts; local organization representatives will join him + offering guidance on what steps to take if changes occur. Loudoun Now
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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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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.
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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.
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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.
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19th Annual Dominion Golf Classic
10 a.m. – 8 p.m. — River Creek Club — Proceeds benefit student programs — Swing into action for a good cause at this community golf event.
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National Data Center Investment Conference and Expo (DICE)
7:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. — The National Conference Center — Pricing not listed — Explore innovative strategies in data center delivery with industry experts.
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Memorial Day Weekend at Stone Tower Winery
11 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. — Stone Tower Winery — Free entry — Enjoy a relaxing day of wine tasting on the mountain.
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Paint en Plein Air
10 AM – 2 PM — Oatlands Historic House & Gardens — Free entry — Capture the beauty of nature while painting in the open air of a historic garden setting.
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