Good morning, Leesburg.

Falcon & Fig, a new wine and tapas restaurant, is now open at the Village at Leesburg center off Route 7.

The restaurant took over the former Vino Bistro and serves old world tapas, wines, and cocktails with dishes like Beet Hummus, Boquerónes, and Chicken Pintxo.

The Difference Baker opened its new allergen-free bakery and retail shop at Dulles 28 Centre retail plaza near Target and Wegmans on Tuesday, May 19—its full menu of baked and savory items available from Wednesday, May 20.

868 Estate Vineyards is partnering with Cancer Can Rock to host two NoVA MusicFest events to benefit local nonprofits; the vineyard on Harpers Ferry Road near Hillsboro planned the events (as stated in a news release).

Cool Spring Elementary teacher Alan Skubal (named Outstanding Teacher of the Gifted for Region IV by the Virginia Association for the Gifted) was selected from many qualified candidates for his strong work with gifted students; Loudoun County Public Schools noted his effective use of real-time data and teacher collaboration.

LCPS Student Services Committee will discuss proposed changes to Policy 8155 near Leesburg today, altering transfer guidelines and making it harder for students to attend non-zoned schools — the draft removes the 'instructional suitability' measure and sets criteria involving disability, disciplinary, or emotional concerns.

On May 20, Loudoun Now honored over 80 high school journalists in Loudoun County at its annual awards, awarding seven top prizes.

Potomac Falls student Grace Armstrong won the grand prize and a summer internship for her story (Student Voices Rise: New Coalitions Fights Censorship in Virginia Schools).

Loudoun County supervisors voted on May 19 to rename Dulles South Community Park to Lightridge Park, reflecting local names like Lightridge Farm Road and Lightridge High School.

The park, located south of the high school, is under design and will complete in Fall 2028.

The House approved National Park affiliate status for George C.

Marshall’s Dodona Manor on Tuesday, paving the way for extra resources for restoration, accessibility, and expanded programming at the Leesburg house museum — the Senate is expected to vote on the bill soon.

Leesburg resident Carolyn Flynn, mother of two (with Down syndrome), is raising awareness about the joys and challenges of parenting special needs children by sharing her personal experience locally.

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.

Mike Kuster and The Catoctin Cowboys

1-4 p.m. — Vanish Farmwoods Brewery — Cost not listed — Experience heartfelt country tunes from a local troubadour with a smooth voice and sincere lyrics.