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Thursday, May 22nd, 2025
Good morning, Leesburg. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 22nd of May.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Museum of Hounds & Hunting North America will open Messages in Bronze on Saturday, May 24 at Davis Mansion in Morven Park in Leesburg to mark its 40th anniversary and Memorial Day Weekend events. The exhibition will feature sporting art by Charles Cary Rumsey and includes key works such as The Old Virginian (a bronze sculpture of a horseman with hounds). Blue Ridge Leader
- ➤ The 18th annual Western Loudoun Art & Studio Tour will run June 6, 7 and 8 and will feature 41 local artists in 24 private studios and 2 art centers where visitors can see many types of art. Select studios will open on Friday, June 6 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. — free brochures and maps will guide visitors through four regional clusters of the tour — offering a unique way to enjoy local creativity. Blue Ridge Leader
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ On May 20, the Virginia Department of Transportation announced that the rehabilitation of the Middleburg St Louis Road bridge over Goose Creek is complete, improving safety and providing a smoother ride for 3,300 daily vehicles. The $4.3 million project began in January 2024 and replaced concrete beams with steel beams, renewed the deck, and repaired piers to extend the bridge's life while finishing on time and under budget by Martins Construction. Blue Ridge Leader
- ➤ On May 20, the Loudoun County Board of Supervisors approved $3,843,038.65 in grant funding for human services nonprofits (FY 2026) after a competitive process. Forty-five organizations will receive standard grants capped at $113,000 and four smaller groups will get mini-grants of $5,000 to support services for the county’s underserved residents. Blue Ridge Leader
- ➤ On May 15, Congressman Subramanyam and Congressman Newhouse introduced the bipartisan AGRITOURISM Act to create an Office of Agritourism at the USDA—aiming to help local agritourism businesses access federal resources like loans, grants, and broadband support. Blue Ridge Leader
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Rappaport has proposed a new vision for Loudoun Crossroads along Route 50 that may expand the retail center to include more than a dozen new spaces—such as a specialty grocer, drive-thru fast food, and daycare—to complement current establishments. The plans are tentative and details may change as the project moves forward. The Burn
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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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Doreen Ketchens Concert with Loudoun Symphonic Winds
7:30-9 p.m. — Heritage High School — Check website for cost — Experience the vibrant jazz sounds of Doreen Ketchens, the renowned New Orleans clarinetist.
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The Native Howl Concert
7-9:30 p.m. — Tally Ho Theater — Tickets from $39 — Experience an unforgettable evening with The Native Howl in a fantastic venue.
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The Broken Hearts - Tom Petty Tribute
7-11 p.m. — Tally Ho Theater — Ticketed event — Celebrate the legacy of Tom Petty with a tribute from dedicated musicians honoring his music and life.
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Young Birders Walk at Banshee Reeks
8 a.m. — Banshee Reeks Nature Preserve — Registration required — Explore a birding hotspot with young enthusiasts and learn about local avian species.
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