Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 11th of June.
Good morning, Leesburg.
Owners Favio Garcia, Travis Thompson, and Michelle O’Brien of Dynasty Brewing, which operates a facility in Ashburn and a taproom in downtown Leesburg, are weighing changes as their Ashburn lease nears its end—options include a sale, new partners, or a new operator, and no final decision has been made yet.
A new women's clothing retailer named Offline by Aerie will open at Leesburg Premium Outlets along the Leesburg Bypass next to its sister Aerie store.
The store will offer activewear like leggings, sports bras, and athletic wear (a brand of American Eagle Outfitters) and is currently listed as coming soon.
An Alexandria-area man, Lathius Martin (40), was indicted Monday by a Loudoun grand jury on charges of malicious wounding and stabbing in commission of a felony in connection with a March 1 incident in Sterling that left Wesley Richard Scott dead; he is set to appear in court on June 18.
A Loudoun grand jury indicted two men for a December road rage shooting in Sterling where deputies responded to shots fired at a vehicle with no injuries reported—Jimmy Paredes Madrid, 30, faces six charges including malicious shooting and is set to appear in circuit court Thursday at 9 a.m. while Aldo Betancourth Rivera, 34, is charged with malicious shooting and his trial is scheduled for Jan 6-7.
Loudoun County Transit and Commuter Services will launch a free Transit Travel Training Program in June to help residents learn to plan trips, read schedules, and board buses safely — the program will offer both classroom and on-the-bus sessions aimed at boosting independence and access to vital services.
Leesburg utilities staff presented an evaluation of the Richmond water emergency after a power generator switch failure caused flooding and a five-day boil water advisory on Jan 6.
They explained that Leesburg’s water plant is prepared with staff training, routine testing, and system redundancies — safeguards that help avoid a similar incident.
Leesburg Town Council reviewed a traffic study by Transportation Engineer Geoff Giffin of Kimley-Horn that recommended converting three downtown streets—Wirt, Liberty, and Royal—to one-way traffic.
Staff will move ahead with the next phase as council members weigh the study’s safety and traffic flow benefits—some members ask for more data before final approval.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
South American Wine Exploration
6 p.m. — Vino Bistro — $110-$120 — Experience a five-course dinner showcasing the vibrant flavors of South American wines.
Melanie Pearl Live Music Event
6 p.m. — Flying Ace Farm — 21+ only — Enjoy an evening of live music in a scenic farm setting.
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