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Thursday, May 7th, 2026
Good morning, Leesburg. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 7th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ HeroHomes + One Family Brewing will build three homes for veterans in Lovettsville under longtime advocate David Keuhner’s guidance. The project is expected to support local veterans and strengthen the community. Loudoun Times-Mirror
- ➤ Work continues on a 30,000 sqft pickleball facility at the Cascades Marketplace in Sterling as the space formerly occupied by Marshall's is being rebuilt for The Picklr — it will feature 10 courts, a pro shop, leagues, and locker rooms and is set to open this summer. The Burn
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Leesburg fire officials said that improperly discarded smoking materials caused two accidental fires on Tuesday, May 5 (one at Sunset Course Terrace and another at Plaza Street) that displaced 23 residents, injured one adult and killed a dog, urging safe disposal to prevent future incidents. Blue Ridge Leader
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Back Nine indoor golf simulator has opened for tee times today at 316 East Market Street, Unit A in Leesburg & it offers 24/7 access for golfers to play on their schedule. Owner David Lyons said the facility marks the brand's expansion into Northern Virginia. The Burn
- ➤ Bed Bath & Beyond is returning to Northern Virginia as 98 Container Store locations, including sites in Ashburn at One Loudoun and Reston at The Spectrum at Reston Town Center, will add its products after the brand closed in 2023. Shoppers can expect new merchandise within the next few weeks. The Burn
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Loudoun County Department of Parks, Recreation and Community Services will host The Road to Independence Historical Encampment on Saturday, May 23 at Franklin Park (17501 Franklin Park Drive, Purcellville). The free, family-friendly event will celebrate Virginia’s 250th with live demonstrations, historical interpreters, and immersive activities rain or shine. Blue Ridge Leader
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Loudoun County Public Schools held a ribbon-cutting ceremony on April 29 for Welcome Center East at 101 Enterprise Street in Sterling — marking the 10-year anniversary of its Welcome Center program. The new center joins the original hub to support families with enrollment and school resources. Blue Ridge Leader
- ➤ Today, Loudoun County Public Schools opened a Welcome Center in Sterling to offer a centralized hub for student and family support. Loudoun Times-Mirror
- ➤ Ashburn resident Kate Madlin, a Briar Woods High School senior, is preparing for college with help from Cork — a trained black Labrador from KSDS Assistance Dogs, Inc. — who helps her manage Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome so she can pursue a health science degree and a medical career. Blue Ridge Leader
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ County officials held a seminar on Wednesday morning with faith-based nonprofits to discuss attainable housing projects in Loudoun; experts explained simple permit steps, financing with programs like the Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) and strategies to repurpose church land for affordable units. Loudoun Now
- ➤ Senator Tim Kaine visited Boulder Crest Foundation in Bluemont on May 1 to announce $1 million in federal funding — a boost that will support new project initiatives. Loudoun Times-Mirror
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ This spring, Inova Alexandria, Fair Oaks, Fairfax and Leesburg-based Loudoun hospitals earned an A Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group using evidence-based measures to track patient safety. The mark comes after many consecutive A's and reinforces Inova's commitment to reducing harm and improving outcomes. Blue Ridge Leader
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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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Comedy Night in Leesburg
10 AM – 10 PM — Tally Ho Theater — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a night of laughs with local comedic talents including Joey Friedman and Rahmein Mostafavi.
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