Good morning, Leesburg.

On June 18, 63 new firefighters and EMTs completed intensive training for the Loudoun County Combined Fire and Rescue System in a ceremony held in Leesburg, where local officials and family members witnessed oaths and top student recognition — honoring years of hard work.

Brambleton Community Association & Loudoun County Parks, Recreation and Community Services hosted a Fourth of July celebration at Hal & Berni Hanson Regional Park on Saturday featuring music, vendors, games, and fireworks.

Barnes & Noble is planning a new bookstore and cafe in southern Loudoun after filing to take over a vacant 23,000 sqft space at Dulles Landing shopping center (near Walmart and Dick’s Sporting Goods).

The project, now in permitting stage, would be the county’s second Barnes & Noble if approved.

On Friday, June 26, Loudoun County Parks, Recreation, and Community Services hosted its annual fireworks show at Sterling Middle School—more than 1,000 local residents enjoyed food trucks, bounce houses, a climbing wall and a DJ before the fireworks at 9:30 p.m.

The Loudoun First Responders Foundation awarded $57,000 in scholarships to 27 graduating high school seniors — a thank you to families of first responders — raising its total to over $350,000.

Applications for the 2027 scholarships will open early next year.

A LCPS special education teacher who has addressed school board meetings seeks coverage for bariatric surgery and GLP-1 medication to treat chronic health issues; district officials said the plan excludes these treatments, leaving her to file appeals and rely on Go Fund Me if approval is not granted this summer.

After nearly 1.5 inches of rain on June 24, Loudoun Wildlife Conservancy measured E. coli levels ranging from 300 to 1,067 CFU per 100 mL at four local creeks (exceeding the safe 235 CFU limit) and advises residents to avoid water contact and wash their hands thoroughly.

Virginia farmers can apply for emergency assistance after USDA Secretary Brooke Rollins approved a Secretarial Disaster Declaration on June 26.

Farmers in 43 primary and 61 contiguous counties (including Loudoun) have eight months to apply for loans, credit extensions and disaster relief.

The Loudoun County School Board met in closed session Tuesday night and approved a vague motion to authorize actions to block a proposed power line route & raise FOIA concerns; two days later the school division announced it accepted land from a local HOA donation to stop new power lines.

Loudoun residents testified Monday night at Rock Ridge High School on Toll Road Partnerships II’s request to raise Dulles Greenway tolls, which would increase peak and off-peak rates.

The commission will hold a virtual hearing tomorrow at 10 a.m. for additional comments & discussion.

The General Assembly approved the acquisition of President James Monroe’s historic estate in Loudoun County, paving the way for Virginia’s next state park.

Gov. Spanberger and The Conservation Fund led efforts to secure up to 1,250 acres in the Aldie area.

Taylor Love, a lifelong Ashburn resident and rising senior, has launched a five-episode podcast titled The Gold Ribbon Mic to share her journey as a two-time childhood cancer survivor, featuring interviews with her parents, a doctor-advocate, and a nonprofit leader to raise awareness of long-term treatment effects.

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.

Robotics Brick Master Camp

9:00 AM - 5:00 PM — Providence Academy — Not specified — Build and program innovative Lego robots while enhancing engineering skills in a collaborative environment.

Birding Banshee

8 a.m. — Banshee Reeks Nature Preserve — Free entry — Discover the diverse bird species at the beautiful Banshee Reeks Nature Preserve.

Yoga Body Sculpt with Holly

10-11 a.m. — The Branch - Restaurant & Bowling — Bring your mat and water — An energizing yoga and body sculpting session to tone your muscles and boost your flexibility.

Loudoun County Fair Honey Show

5-11 p.m. — The Loudoun County Fair — Free entry — Celebrate the art of honey making with various honey classes and showcase your products.