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Thursday, May 15th, 2025
Good morning, Leesburg. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 15th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Residents on rural roads off Route 9 say commuters are driving too fast—60 to 70 mph on narrow, old-fashioned roads—and causing around two crashes weekly at a key intersection. County officials are studying changes to Cider Mill, Stony Point, and Woodgrove to improve safety and have held community meetings for feedback. WTOP
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Washington-Arlington-Alexandria metro area ranked second among large U.S. cities for working mothers after a CoworkingCafe analysis showed 77% of moms were employed and noted strong support with remote work, high income, accessible childcare, and quality health coverage. Virginia lawmakers passed a momnibus package and approved a $200 taxpayer rebate to further aid working families. Inside Nova
- ➤ County supervisors approved a white paper to study tiny homes as an option for low-to-moderate income residents. The advisory board’s ad hoc committee began research in January and expects to finalize the paper by the end of the year — a step that may lead to changes in zoning rules. Loudoun Now
- ➤ County supervisors are expected to award a record $3.84 million in human services grants to nonprofits after 55 charities applied, with funding set for 38 awards. The committee proposed tapping the budget surplus — aiming to close the gap for 11 qualified applicants that would otherwise miss out. Loudoun Now
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The Ladies Board of Inova Loudoun Hospital will hold its Inaugural Annual Gala and Auction on May 20 at 5 p.m. at Belmont Country Club in Ashburn to support hospital programs and services — guests will enjoy a three-course dinner, auction items, and themed attire with tickets at $125 per person purchased by May 17. Blue Ridge Leader
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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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Ketterman's Jewelers Buying Event
June 10-12 — Ketterman's Jewelers — Free evaluations — Discover the value of your valuables with immediate payment offers from expert estate specialists.
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The Warped Tour Band
7:30-9 p.m. — Tally Ho Theater — Enjoy a tribute to the legendary Warped Tour with a variety of genres.
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Karthik Live - Magic Tour
7 PM-1 AM — Droumavalla Farm — Proceeds to nonprofit — Experience the magic of Karthik's iconic voice and energy live on stage.
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