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Hello Leesburg! Stay connected with the latest updates from around town. Let's dive in! ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • Why were three Leesburg police officers stripped of their state credentials?
  • Could rent caps change the future for Leesburg tenants?

Also on today's calendar: Loudoun Symphonic Winds Holiday Concert and Toy Drive and 9 more events.

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Today's riddle: Jimmy, did you crash on your bike again? You’ve lost a tooth! 🤔 (Answer below!)

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Weather forecast:

  • Sunday: Windy and colder, with a high of 30 and low of 17 degrees. ⛄️ Brr!
  • Monday: Cold; breezy in the morning, temps: high: 32, low: 19.
  • Tuesday: Partly sunny, with a high of 39 and low of 26 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• 12 Local Law Enforcement Officers Decertified By State This Year, Data Shows (loudounnow.com) — Leesburg residents should know that three Leesburg Police officers were decertified by Virginia’s Department of Criminal Justice Services this year, alongside deputies and MWAA and Purcellville officers. The report outlines serious misconduct findings, resignations during internal investigations, and how 2025’s decertifications compare with prior years in Loudoun.
   

• New Virginia Majority Members Push for Rent Stabilization Support (loudounnow.com) — Leesburg residents facing steep rent hikes and the closure of Leesburg Mobile Park are urging Loudoun supervisors to back state legislation allowing local rent caps. Speakers from New Virginia Majority and local tenants described being priced out of their homes and pressed for stronger attainable housing measures ahead of the 2026 General Assembly session.
   

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  • Miller & Smith Announces “The Gift of Home” Holiday Referral Invitation
    As the year comes to a close, Miller & Smith is celebrating the season of giving with the launch of The Gift of Home, a referral promotion invitin... (More info)
  • Office furniture for sale! 🪑✨ 
    Office furniture for sale! 🪑✨ 110 E High St Unit B Woodstock, VA 22664 We’re clearing out office furniture and supplies — and most of it is nearly... (More info)

💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Rescue 635 is dispatched to Dulles Airport with Sterling Fire.
    9:21AM on Dec 12: Tower 611 and Engine 611B are dispatched to Dulles Airport with Sterling Rescue. (Nextdoor )
  • Subject: Looking for a local River Creek dog walker Hello neighbors, We live in River Creek on Fairway Oaks Square and are looking for a dog walker who lives in the neighborhood for occasional walks.
    Our dog Minnie is a 12-year-old Maltipoo (11 lbs). She is very sweet, calm, friendly, and extremely easy to care for. This would be from time to time… (Nextdoor River Creek)
  • Costco Wholesale Corporation posted a job opening for Bakery Wrapper / Clean Up in Leesburg. Apply here.
  • Lowe's Companies, Inc. posted a job opening for Merchandising Part Time Days in Leesburg. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Leesburg here.

🗞 Nearby News

Ashburn

  • Shop Local for Holiday Gifts (washingtonfamily.com)
  • Nearly 600 Sign Up For Golden To Mars Power Line Public Hearing (patch.com)
  • Robot Food Delivery + Holiday Boat Parade + Coffee Shop Expands: VA Business News (patch.com)

Purcellville

  • Nett Issues Statement on Criminal Charges, Decertification, Recall Efforts; Seeks DOJ Probe (loudounnow.com)

Ok Leesburg! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: I didn’t lose a tooth, Mom. It’s right here in my pocket.
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