Good morning, Leesburg.

Local business and nonprofit leaders met last week at the Chamber forum to discuss partnerships addressing rising community needs, including increased demand for school lunches (up 180%) and growing housing-cost burdens.

Leaders stressed that joint initiatives will help fill service gaps in the area.

This June, Launch Loudoun and Loudoun County Economic Development will offer free workshops, networking sessions, and one-on-one office hours for local entrepreneurs.

The events include a Lunch and Learn on Tuesday, June 16 (11 a.m.–1 p.m.) at the Loudoun Economic Development Innovators Room in Ashburn.

The Van Leeuwen Ice Cream shop in Ashburn opened on Tuesday, June 2 at One Loudoun — located in a new section still under construction — and now serves unique flavors including vegan options.

It is the third store in Virginia, adding to the county’s growing ice cream scene.

Loudoun County Public Schools is set to consider a tweak to the high school phone policy when Lauren Shernoff brings her proposal to the board on June 9.

The proposal would require that phones be stored in a locker or pouch during class + keep students more focused.

The Makersmiths Middle School solar team, Error 404 (Team Not Found), won the KidWind Middle School World Solar Championship at the University of Wisconsin in Madison on May 20.

They built a laser-cut house with a solar-powered water wheel and filtration setup for an off-grid project.

The Loudoun County School Board extended Wesley Allen’s contract as division counsel from June 30, 2029 to June 30, 2030 after a closed meeting on May 11 (the board noted his ongoing contributions to the schools).

County supervisors approved a plan by JK Land Holdings on Tuesday to build Valley Commerce Center with nearly 1 million sqft of industrial flex space outside Purcellville.

The project aims to support local business growth though some residents worry about traffic and water use — it is set to move forward.

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.

Better Off Dead - Grateful Dead Tribute

7-10 p.m. — Tally Ho Theater — Tickets starting at $21.70 — Experience the vibrant music of The Grateful Dead and Jerry Garcia through a passionate tribute band.

2026 JASON National Conference: Liminal Literacy in the STEM World

8:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. — Lansdowne Resort — Registration required — Explore innovative strategies to prepare students for a digital world at this engaging conference.

Sporting JAX vs. Loudoun United FC

7-11 p.m. — Segra Field — Tickets required — Celebrate 703 Night with the excitement of a thrilling soccer match in Leesburg.