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Wednesday, November 26th, 2025
Good morning, Leesburg. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 26th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Staff at Loudoun Hunger Relief unloaded 1,382 pounds of meat donated by JK Community Farm near Round Hill—showing local support as rising holiday needs drive community efforts. Loudoun Times-Mirror
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Bruster’s Real Ice Cream will launch a new shop in Cascades Overlook Town Center in Sterling, replacing the former Qwench Juice and DRNK Coffee Shop. It will feature an inside patio—allowing guests to enjoy their ice cream regardless of the weather—and the owners plan to open the shop in spring. The Burn
- ➤ A fast-casual Mexican restaurant, Guacado Mexican Grill, will take a 2,000 s.f. endcap corner at the AutoZone Center — located on East Market Street and Fort Evans Road SE in Leesburg—with plans to open soon. The New York-based chain, known for its build-your-own menu featuring options such as bowls, burritos, and tacos, has not yet announced its opening date. The Burn
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Leesburg's 35th annual Holiday Fine Arts & Crafts show will be held at the Ida Lee Park Rec Center on Dec. 6th and Dec. 7th. The event will feature local artisans displaying handmade works. Loudoun Times-Mirror
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Dulles International Airport workers rallied for more pay—stating that their current wages do not cover the high cost of living in Loudoun County. They plan to keep advocating for better benefits and wage increases in upcoming actions. Loudoun Times-Mirror
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Loudoun County School Board held its second hearing Monday on changing elementary school attendance zones in the Ashburn and Dulles North areas with over 75 public members present as staff and community proposals were discussed—board members will review all four plans at a meeting on Dec. 2. The hearing noted concerns about school capacity and bus safety while considering moves that could affect how students are assigned. Loudoun Now
- ➤ The School Board approved a $188 million contract at a Nov. 24 special meeting for most LCPS employees—marking the first contract for these school staff in the county. The agreement is expected to improve school operations moving forward. Loudoun Times-Mirror
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Stacker compiled a list of the most common birds near feeders in Virginia using data from the Cornell Lab of Ornithology's Project FeederWatch (data was collected at 477 count sites between Nov. 8 and Nov. 21) with the Northern Cardinal topping the list (77 percent of sites), followed by other species ranked by group size. Inside Nova
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Leesburg Town Council reviewed its customer assistance program on Monday, finding that 17 households applied and two received help with water and sewer bills while others were served through a separate program. Loudoun Cares—administering the $100,000 funds—recommended raising the income cap from 50% to 80% AMI and expanding support to include out-of-town customers. Loudoun Now
- ➤ Leesburg mourns longtime employee George Clausen, who died in a fire at his Herndon home on Nov. 6 along with his wife Toni Woods; he served as a senior engineer and plan reviewer from 2006 until joining community development in 2023—earning respect for his efficiency and passion for nature. Loudoun Now
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Holiday Market at Stone Tower Winery
11 a.m. - 5 p.m. — Stone Tower Winery — Free entry — Celebrate the season with local artisans and delightful wines in a festive atmosphere.
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Herr Metal
7-8:30 p.m. — Tally Ho Theater — Cost info not provided — Experience the rhythmic mastery of percussionist Chris DeChiara in a captivating live performance.
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Tab Benoit Concert
7:00–8:30 p.m. — Tally Ho Theater — Tickets from $68 — Experience the soulful music of Tab Benoit live in Leesburg.
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The Magic of John Westford
7-10 p.m. — Tally Ho Theater — Tickets starting at $28.09 — Experience the mind-bending illusions and quick wit of John Westford, a renowned magician and illusionist.
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Leesburg First Friday
6-10 p.m. — Leesburg Historic District — Free entry — Stroll through historic downtown Leesburg enjoying visual arts, live performances, and local culture.
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Holidays in Leesburg Fine Arts & Crafts Show
9 a.m. - 4 p.m. — Ida Lee Park Recreation Center — Free admission — Discover unique handcrafted items from over 95 artisans at this festive community event.
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The Jingle Jam - Sunday Matinee
2-6 p.m. — Tally Ho Theater — $30 tickets available at the box office — Celebrate the holiday season with Leesburg's favorite musical event returning for its 16th year.
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The Amish Outlaws Concert
7-8:30 p.m. — Tally Ho Theater — Ticket prices range from $45 to $176 — Enjoy a vibrant musical performance by the Amish Outlaws.
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Zoso - The Ultimate Led Zeppelin Experience
7:00-8:30 p.m. — Tally Ho Theater — Ticket info not provided — Experience the legendary sounds of Led Zeppelin performed live by Zoso.
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Yoko Says No in Concert
7-8:30 p.m. — Tally Ho Theater — Tickets starting at $21.70 — Experience the unique mashups and musical variety of Yoko Says No!
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