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Friday, June 20th, 2025
Good morning, Leesburg. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 20th of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Inova Health System announced more than $1 million will be awarded to community nonprofits—this funding comes from its Community Health Opportunities Funding program and will help local groups improve health services. Loudoun Times-Mirror
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Regency Furniture is closing its showroom at the Potomac Run Plaza on Route 7 in Sterling; the store, which opened in 2019 in a space that once housed Toys R Us, will finish selling its inventory before a final closing day is set in the next five to seven weeks + shoppers may see changes in the center’s mix of retailers. The Burn
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Today a march was held in Leesburg from the Charles Hamilton Houston Courthouse to Raflo Park to mark the 160th anniversary of Juneteenth, with organizers from the Loudoun Freedom Center and Loudoun NAACP urging residents to honor Black history and address modern challenges—Sen. Tim Kaine and local speakers criticized plans to revert recent military base renamings tied to Confederate associations. Loudoun Now
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Loudoun County Board of Supervisors awarded the annual Restricted Transient Occupancy Tax tourism grants to 16 organizations for Fiscal Year 2026. The grants will support local tourism initiatives and boost travel opportunities. Loudoun Times-Mirror
- ➤ Loudoun County supervisors approved a new arts plan Tuesday night to boost public art and support local artists with new spaces and programs, including a $500,000 study for an eastern arts center. The 90-page plan was made with input from focus groups and surveys — board members said they will review future spending on arts projects. Loudoun Now
- ➤ Last night, the Round Hill Town Council approved its fiscal year 2026 budget—keeping the 6.6¢ real estate tax rate, starting a meals tax in January, raising water rates by 11% and leaving sewer rates unchanged—while expecting a 3.2% boost to the General Fund and increased real estate and personal property tax revenue. Loudoun Now
- ➤ Supervisors approved a $2 million program to remove invasive plants after 18 months of planning with Mike Littman and the local alliance to boost public awareness and decrease health risks like Lyme disease transmission. The program will fund removal and replacement projects—supporting pilot projects, temporary staff and ranking criteria for landowners to monitor invasive species over three years. Loudoun Now
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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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Firefly Revue: An Enchanting Evening of Improv Comedy
7:30-9:45 p.m. — NextStop Theatre Company — Tickets not specified — Enjoy an unscripted evening filled with laughter and creativity driven by audience suggestions.
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Leesburg Farmers Market
8 AM – 12 PM — Leesburg Farmers Market — Free samples available — Enjoy local produce, wine, and community spirit this summer season.
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High School Open Gym Event
1:30-3:30 p.m. — Fitwize 4 Kids Ashburn — Cost not specified — High school athletes can prepare for cheer tryouts in a focused training environment.
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