Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 8th of May.
Good morning, Leesburg.
The Arc of Loudoun will hold its annual Safety Fair at Tuscarora High School in Leesburg on Saturday, May 10 from 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.—the event will let families and participants practice traffic stops, bicycle safety, and simulated 911 calls with law enforcement and local service providers.
A Loudoun County mother said her 5-year-old was racially harassed by a middle schooler in a video filmed April 5 in the Broadlands community—officials are reviewing the case while parents urge LCPS to enforce stronger protections.
Twelve Loudoun County high school students qualified for National Merit Scholarships – each received $2,500 for future academic endeavors after being selected from 2,500 nationwide finalists that included 63 winners from Virginia.
Loudoun County Public Schools has urged parents today to warn their children about the risky TikTok trend known as the Chromebook Challenge that has led to a rise in device repair requests.
The challenge encourages actions like short-circuiting devices or starting fires — any resulting damage will be charged to families.
U.S. Rep. Suhas Subramanyam held a town hall at Leesburg Elementary School on Saturday where local residents expressed concerns over potential Medicaid cuts that could reduce essential healthcare and support services.
Speakers warned that these cuts would harm jobs and care for those with disabilities—issues that amplify the struggles faced by many in our community.
The county is expanding its safety study from Rt.
9 to also cover north-south roads linking to Rt. 7 by reviewing Woodgrove Road, Cider Mill Road and Stoney Point Road for short-term crash risk fixes and long-term roadway realignments—public input was held on May 7 at Woodgrove High School at 6 p.m.
The Town of Leesburg again received an award for excellence in water performance from the Virginia Department of Health for exceeding water quality and filtration standards at its Kenneth B.
Rollins water filtration plant that produces 4.4 million gallons daily. The town will host open house tours at the water and wastewater treatment plants on May 17 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. — registration is required.
Jordan Miller, a Loudoun Valley High School alumnus who signed his four-year $8.3 million contract with the Los Angeles Clippers, will host basketball camps this summer to help young players build their skills — the camps are set to run several weeks.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Van Halen Nation Tribute Concert
7-8:30 p.m. — Tally Ho Theater — Tickets starting at $20 — Experience the ultimate 80s Van Halen tribute with all the iconic hits and energy.
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