Leesburg
Today
Saturday, May 10th, 2025
Good morning, Leesburg. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 10th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Round Hill celebrated its 125th anniversary of incorporation as new banners were posted downtown this week. Loudoun Now
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Frye's Famous Crab Cake Co. will hold a soft opening on Tuesday, May 20 at its new location at Ashburn Eats restaurant center off Waxpool Road—where a new sign has been installed to show progress. The expanded store will offer a larger space, an expanded menu, and an onsite dining room compared to its Manassas location. The Burn
- ➤ A new Wawa gas station and convenience store is under construction at the Loudoun Crossroads project off Route 50 near Pleasant Valley Road, with its main building complete+ canopy installed+ and a monument sign at the entrance. Construction sources say the store is expected to open in August and has begun hiring, making it the third Wawa in the county. The Burn
- ➤ Ledo Pizza in Leesburg is expected to close as its equipment will be auctioned starting Tuesday, May 20 and buyers will pick up items on Thursday, May 22. The 3,200 s.f. space is listed for lease—even though a Ledo manager said he was unaware of any closure plans, leaving uncertainty about the restaurant's future. The Burn
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Firefighters injured in February's Sterling home explosion and property owners, including Laura Brown who lost her husband, filed a lawsuit against Southern States and two employees—alleging negligence for keeping a leaking propane tank in service—and they will seek millions in damages as a three-week jury trial is set to begin July 7. Loudoun Now
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Loudoun County is holding an online surplus auction featuring bargains on gym equipment, motorcycles and office furniture that will close at 9:30 a.m. on May 15 (registration is free but purchases include a 9.75% premium). Buyers will pick up their items by appointment at 14 Cardinal Park Drive (pickup times are 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. or 1:00 to 3:00 p.m.). Loudoun County
- ➤ On Thursday night, the Planning Commission recommended denying a rezoning application from property owners along Hiddenwood Lane that sought to convert 30 acres to Planned Development—Industrial Park for industrial and commercial use amid local concerns. The decision now moves to the Board of Supervisors for a final ruling as officials and residents weigh its impact on nearby homes. Loudoun Now
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Purcellville Cannons baseball season will begin May 28 and the team seeks additional host families—primarily in Purcellville, Round Hill, Lovettsville, Leesburg and Ashburn—to offer summer housing for college players. Host families must provide a room, bathroom access and one meal a day while receiving free season passes for their immediate family. Loudoun Now
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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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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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