Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 11th of September.
Good morning, Leesburg.
Residents in the 300-home Stoneleigh neighborhood west of Round Hill are under a boil water notice after crews fixed a broken water line on Monday — the town now tells residents to bring tap water to a boil for one minute and is planning water system upgrades — the notice will stay in effect until further notice.
Loudoun County is planning to slow spending growth in Fiscal Year 27 as budget season nears while it faces an expected plateau in data center tax revenue — a measure to stabilize county finances.
Loudoun County supervisors reviewed a new budgeting strategy Tuesday that would limit annual spending growth — shifting extra funds to construction and affordable housing projects.
The plan calls for stable tax rates on real estate and personal property while aiming for single-digit increases in county operations and school budgets.
At its Sept. 9 meeting, Loudoun County's School Board approved a $29 million repayment of special education funds to the state — along with a $43 million budget transfer for future allocations.
The Town Council on Tuesday awarded a contract to EXP U.S. Services to design and engineer a new air traffic control tower at Leesburg Executive Airport—project cost is estimated at $2.13 million with federal funds allocated and design work underway to meet a five-year deadline.
Loudoun County is sponsoring a free 12-week online 24/7 Dad (program) for fathers to build parenting skills, with weekly Tuesday sessions from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. starting September 30; early registration is encouraged as space is limited.
The Leesburg Town Council approved two asphalt murals at the entrances to Lassiter Way after a split vote that raised safety concerns—especially from the police chief—about the 3D design confusing drivers and pedestrians.
Councilmember Nicholas Krukowski’s amendment to enlarge one mural was accepted amid debate over the artwork’s impact.
Spineshank Live Performance
6:00-7:30 p.m. — Tally Ho Theater — $20+ — Experience the explosive energy of Spineshank, the iconic late 90's metal band.
Crossroads Music Festival 2025 featuring Sister Hazel
6-10 p.m. — Tally Ho Theater — Tickets available — Experience live music from Sister Hazel at the vibrant Crossroads Music Festival.
703 TCG Show
8:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. — Village Pickle — Ticketed entry — Experience the return of the 703 TCG Show with 175 vendor tables and exciting giveaways.
HSA Varsity Football Game at LSA
7:30 p.m. — 19623 Evergreen Mills Rd, Leesburg, VA — Not specified — Watch as the Loudoun Sports Academy takes on Hewlett Sports Academy in a home conference football match.
2025 Leesburg Airshow
8 AM – 5 PM — Leesburg Executive Airport — Free entry — Experience thrilling aerobatics, skydiving, and family-friendly activities at this exciting airshow.
Life Of Agony with Jasta
6:30-8:30 p.m. — Tally Ho Theater — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an electrifying performance by Life Of Agony backed by the grit of Jasta.
Alien Ant Farm with Finger Eleven and BRKN LOVE
7-8:30 p.m. — Tally Ho Theater — Ticket prices vary — Experience a night of rock as Alien Ant Farm takes the stage with Finger Eleven and BRKN LOVE.
Buckcherry Concert
6:00-7:30 p.m. — Tally Ho Theater — Ticketed event — Rock out with Buckcherry and enjoy a night of high-energy music.
The Dave Matthews Tribute Band
7-10 AM — Tally Ho Theater — Cost info not provided — Experience the soulful sounds of a tribute to one of rock's beloved bands.
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