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Thursday, August 14th, 2025
Good morning, Leesburg. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 14th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Leesburg officials unveiled a new playground—designed for children ages 2 to 5—at Ida Lee Recreation Center on Aug. 13. The facility will offer local families a safe space for early play. Loudoun Times-Mirror
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A LCSO motorcycle deputy was seriously injured in a crash on Mountain Road early Wednesday afternoon— a civilian motorcyclist was also hurt— and both riders were taken to area hospitals while officers investigated the incident and closed the road between Hyatt Lane and Morrisonville Road. Loudoun Now
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Sterling man was arrested by Loudoun County Animal Services after his two dogs died from overheating in a parked car—he is charged with two felony counts of animal cruelty and will appear in court on Sept. 6. Loudoun Now
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Loudoun County School Board awarded a $202 million contract to Winchester-based Howard Shockey & Sons to build High School 14 next to Watson Mountain Middle School in Dulles North during an Aug. 12 meeting. The 347,000 square-foot school will open in fall 2028 — the board approved the contract unanimously to meet a Sept. 13 deadline. Loudoun Now
- ➤ At the August 12 meeting, Loudoun County Public Schools' CFO recommended transferring $43M from the operating reserves to a healthcare insurance fund—rising medical and prescription claims drove the decision—and the board will vote on the transfers in September; if approved, the operating fund balance will reach zero. Loudoun Now
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ FirstEnergy hosted its first community meeting on Tuesday to discuss plans to build a 500-kV power line through 44 miles of existing rights-of-way in northern Loudoun — the project will upgrade current lines with 185-foot towers and is set to begin construction in 2027 after filing for approvals this fall. Loudoun Now
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ The Huntōn, the main restaurant at Hotel Burg on South King Street, will open next Tuesday, August 19, in downtown Leesburg and will offer shareable dishes including a seafood tower and specialty cheeses—designed by Chef Vincent Badiee with experience from Michelin-starred kitchens. The Burn
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Leesburg Festival of Kites and Crafts
11 AM - 5 PM — Ida Lee Park Recreation Center — Free admission — Celebrate creativity and community with colorful kites, local crafts, and family fun activities.
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Shake The Room Band
6:30 PM – 12:30 AM — Friday Night Live! — Price not listed — Enjoy a night of unforgettable rock covers from the 90s and 00s.
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LandSafe Clinic: Fall Prevention Training
8 a.m.-5 p.m. — Clairvaux LLC — $25-$40 for auditing — Perfect your fall response in this two-day unmounted clinic designed for ages 12-60.
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Mini Gym Athlete Appreciation Open Gym
12:30-1:30 p.m. — Fitwize 4 Kids Ashburn — Free for members and guests — Celebrate fitness with a fun and active open gym experience.
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Freddie Long Live Concert
5-8 p.m. — Vanish Farmwoods Brewery — Free entry — Enjoy a mix of classic hits and originals from a local favorite musician.
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Classic Rock & Blues Night with Airmont Road
5-11 p.m. — Spanky's Shenanigans — Free entry — Experience the nostalgia of classic rock and blues with Airmont Road, a local band with a familial vibe.
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Estate Experience at Stone Tower Winery
12-2 p.m. — Stone Tower Winery — Tasting fee applies — Discover the estate's history while enjoying wines paired with a cheese and charcuterie board.
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David Cook Concert
7-8:30 p.m. — Tally Ho Theater — Ticket prices vary — Experience an evening of music with the talented David Cook as he shares his inspiring musical journey.
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Loudoun Empty Bowls
6-9 p.m. — Stone Tower Winery — Ticket required — Enjoy dinner, dessert, and live music while supporting local food security.
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