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Saturday, June 14th, 2025
Good morning, Leesburg. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 14th of June.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ KettleBox Fitness will open a new boutique studio at the Cascades Overlook shopping center in Sterling, taking over the 2,500 s.f. space left vacant after Shred 415 moved out. The studio will offer functional strength training + boxing in small group classes and personal training sessions. The Burn
- ➤ Cool Springs Distillery, a family-run business on a picturesque 100-acre farm in Lovettsville, opens today at 12:30 p.m. with a soft grand opening featuring live bluegrass, blues music and food. Founder John Fuog said the distillery fulfills a 20-year dream and will offer rum, bourbon and a lemon liqueur called Lovettscello — preserving the farm’s legacy under a conservation easement. Inside Nova
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ On June 13, the remains of Eliza Kortright Monroe were brought to the Oatlands carriage house in Loudoun County in a small gathering that marked her return to the United States 185 years after her death in Paris—supporters and Monroe descendants praised historian Barbara VornDick's years of research that will lead to her reinterment with her family at Hollywood Cemetery. Loudoun Now
- ➤ Eliza Monroe’s remains were brought to Dulles Airport late last month after retired teacher Barbara VornDick led a study to locate her living family and secure approvals from Virginia agencies. They will be moved to Hollywood Cemetery on Oct. 23 to reunite her with her president’s family. Loudoun Now
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Loudoun County leaders are launching work on the second phase of Comprehensive Plan and Zoning Ordinance amendments to regulate data centers and related infrastructure—focusing on design details like noise, energy options, parking, and onsite power generation. The new phase will be reviewed by the Transportation and Land Use Committee before full board approval and is expected to finish by the end of 2026. Loudoun Now
- ➤ The county will hold a public hearing on June 27 from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. at 801 Sycolin Road in Leesburg to discuss changes to the Solid Waste Management Plan that raise landfill capacity by 6,140,000 cubic yards—enough for 46 years of debris—and the public may submit feedback online until July 11. Loudoun County
- ➤ County supervisors debated a proposal to convert a Hiddenwood neighborhood into flex industrial or commercial space and will vote on the plan on July 15 — the application seeks to rezone 20 parcels for up to 334,000 square feet of use as local property owners push for relief from ongoing construction and noise disruptions. Loudoun Now
- ➤ After years of work, the county Planning Commission approved the small area plan for the Village of St. Louis last night. The plan sets guidelines for water quality, land use and historic preservation—key issues raised during four community meetings—and now will be sent to the Board of Supervisors for final action. Loudoun Now
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Chiropractic and Health Restoration Clinic opened its Leesburg location with a ribbon cutting last Wednesday, where Dr. Sean Van Newkirk and his fiancée Dr. Destiny Decker introduced services that include lab tests targeting problems like back pain, acid reflux, and hormonal imbalances (with test kits for a female hormone and thyroid panel and a mold mycotoxin test). The clinic is located at 540 Fort Evans Road NE in Suite 302 and aims to uncover the root causes of patient health concerns. Loudoun Now
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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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South American Wine Exploration
6 p.m. — Vino Bistro — $110-$120 — Experience a five-course dinner showcasing the vibrant flavors of South American wines.
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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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Live Music with Gary Smallwood
3-6 p.m. — Barnhouse Brewery — Free entry — Enjoy handcrafted beers while soaking in the sounds of Gary Smallwood.
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Spanish Language & Culture Camp
9:00 AM – 3:30 PM — Destiny School of the Arts — Cost info not provided — Participate in a week-long immersion into the vibrant cultures of Spanish-speaking countries.
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