Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 13th of May.
Good morning, Leesburg.
🏘️ Community
One Family Giving and HeroHomes of Loudoun will build three new homes in Lovettsville to support injured military service members and their families, using land from the brewery property that hosts a Gold Star Families Memorial.
Town leaders have been consulted and collaboration is underway.
💼 Business
Starting Friday, Phoenix Theaters Village 14 will reopen the renovated Village at Leesburg movie house after thorough cleaning and upgrades including new ice makers and a popcorn maker.
The theater will offer two concession options with Classic Concessions and a Kitchen Counter delivering meals plus a $5 Tuesday ticket promotion.
🎓 Education
The Loudoun County School Board was briefed by finance chief Sharon Willoughby that if funding stays flat, the school system may face a $7.1 million shortfall next year, with gaps growing soon after.
The forecast led to a plan called AIM to gather community feedback and adjust spending.
Students visited JK Black Oak Wildlife Sanctuary today to experience nature and observe tadpoles in vernal pools, various birds, and the rare Eastern spadefoot amphibian (a key local habitat).
The field trip provided hands-on learning for the class.
🏛️ Government
Leesburg Town Council supported plans for a detailed study on the airport’s west side this week to assess development options including rental hangars, corporate flight operations and industrial tenants.
The study will analyze how these options might offset the loss of plane spaces from an upcoming taxiway relocation.
🎉 Leesburg Events
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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.
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.
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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