Leesburg
Today
Thursday, July 10th, 2025
Good morning, Leesburg. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 10th of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Loudoun County is sponsoring a free 12-week online program to help fathers build stronger parenting skills + the National Fatherhood Initiative’s 24/7 Dad® sessions start Tuesday, July 15 from 6 to 8 p.m. with limited spots available, making early registration important. Blue Ridge Leader
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Fencing and construction work are underway next to Popeyes in Compass Creek by the airport as the site is set to become a 3,000 s.f. Valvoline Instant Oil Change center; the new facility will join nearby businesses like Chipotle and Starbucks along Compass Creek Parkway. The Burn
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Leesburg Police and Loudoun County Sheriff's Office are searching southeast of the county courthouse today—using canine units near South Street and Parker Court—for a juvenile detainee who escaped custody. Loudoun Now
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ A Loudoun County resident opened King Street Experience in historic downtown Leesburg to serve as a new community hub for art—she aims to unite local residents through creative expression. Loudoun Times-Mirror
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Old Dominion Land Conservancy finished the easement for 431 acres on Pots House Road donated by Chuck and Stacy Kuhn so the land will be kept safe from development - it has streams, ponds and wetlands that help protect water quality and farmland for Leesburg families. Blue Ridge Leader
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Leesburg Town Council approved language on Tuesday to push for stricter state campaign finance laws in its 2026 legislative program — a measure that builds on a June resolution warning that concentrated power does not serve ordinary voices. High school students and local voter groups presented their concerns, saying that big money in politics gives special interests too much sway — prompting the council’s unanimous vote. Loudoun Now
- ➤ Leesburg Town Council approved expanding the McDonald's drive through at 335 East Market Street to include two lanes while reducing parking spaces from 37 to 30. Town staff said the design adds a loading zone that will operate only off hours and still provide enough space for cars. Loudoun Now
- ➤ The Loudoun County Office of Elections and Voter Registration has launched a contest for residents to design an 'I Voted' sticker for the November general election. The contest runs until July 31 with eight finalists to be selected, an online vote to be held from Aug. 1 to 17 and winners to be announced on Aug. 25. Blue Ridge Leader
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Leesburg Mobile Home Park residents received eviction letters this week and must vacate by the end of the year, with owner David Gregory offering cash incentives (up to $6,000 plus $10,000 for relocation) to speed up moves. Many residents now face uncertainty as county zoning rules limit their options and concerns grow that local leaders do not support affordable housing. Loudoun Now
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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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Oil Pastels Art Skills Camp
9 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. — Destiny School of the Arts — Check website for cost details — A vibrant, week-long exploration of color and creativity for young artists.
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Carmina Burana
2-6 p.m. — Filene Center — Performances scheduled — Experience the powerful and passionate music of Carmina Burana performed live.
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The Enchanted Forest
8-9 p.m. — NextStop Theatre Company — $20 off VIP experience available — Experience a magical realm filled with aerial acrobatics and captivating illusions.
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Mountain Highway: Loudoun County Fair
6-10 p.m. — Bluemont Fair — Free entry — Enjoy a lively evening with bluegrass, country, and gospel music from Mountain Highway at the Loudoun County Fair in Leesburg.
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