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Friday, July 11th, 2025
Good morning, Leesburg. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 11th of July.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A 17-year-old juvenile left the courthouse yesterday for a misdemeanor theft hearing and attempted to carjack a man before fleeing on foot—officials say a bench warrant has been issued and she is now believed to be in another state while search teams continue their efforts. Loudoun Now
- ➤ Loudoun County Sheriff's deputies arrested 24-year-old David Martinez Peralta on robbery, abduction and mask-wearing charges after he robbed a bank at the Bank of America branch on Davenport Drive in Countryside just after 3 p.m. on May 21 — the investigation remains ongoing. Loudoun Now
- ➤ A 20-year-old man from Ashburn was sentenced today to six years in prison for fatally shooting his father in August 2023 outside an apartment building + he must also complete substance abuse and mental health screenings. Loudoun Now
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Loudoun County financial management staff will propose lowering the general personal property tax rate on data centers next year to slow budget growth, noting that data center revenue now accounts for 38% of the General Fund + could exceed 60% in five to seven years if not adjusted. Officials will offer various tax rate scenarios during the fiscal year 2027 budget process amid rising economic concerns and spending needs. Loudoun Now
- ➤ Leesburg Town Council approved a special exception on Tuesday to allow a drive-through for a new 10,000-square-foot building at Shenandoah Square Shopping Center at 950 Edwards Ferry Road—proposed by Mitco Shenandoah II and featuring a 5,000-square-foot restaurant and retail uses amid parking concerns. The planning commission had recommended the application earlier, and the measure passed with a unanimous vote. Loudoun Now
- ➤ County government employees will see a 12.2% rise in health care premiums next year if the county adopts a plan to cover weight-loss drugs with a required coaching program — adding $1.7 million to a self-insured plan estimated to cost $110 million. Some board members questioned the need for the extra coverage — noting lower participation in office fitness programs since workers returned. Loudoun Now
- ➤ County supervisors on Tuesday reversed the Planning Commission’s decision blocking a substation planned outside Leesburg—stating that the Commission’s legal findings were improper even though they have not fully endorsed the project. Nearby residents remain concerned about the project’s impact, and the board will review additional proposals in September. Loudoun Now
- ➤ The Loudoun County Board of Supervisors changed the Transportation and Land Use Committee meeting schedule for the rest of 2025 and added a 15-minute in-person public comment period to its regular meetings. The regular July meeting is now set for Monday, July 28 at 5:00 p.m.—and special TLUC meetings are planned for July 16, September 30, October 22, and November 5. Loudoun County
- ➤ The Leesburg Town Council approved a special exception this week for Enterprise Rent-A-Car to redevelop a 2.4-acre lot at 17 Fort Evans Road S.E. into a new rental office and car wash that will replace its former site at Virginia Village Shopping Center — the plan includes demolishing two existing buildings and converting two others in the Crescent District Commercial zone. Loudoun Now
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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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High School Open Gym
1:30-3:30 p.m. — Fitwize 4 Kids Ashburn — Free entry — Inviting high school athletes to enhance their skills in a supportive setting.
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