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Ida Lee, Rust Library to Close Early on Wednesday for Romney Visit

Due to presidential candidate Mitt Romney's scheduled visit to Leesburg the following locations will close early prior to his arrival.

Presidential candidate Mitt Romney will hold a campaign event in Leesburg this Wednesday. As a result, both the Rust Library and Ida Lee Park Recreation Center will close at 1 p.m. Ida Lee Drive will be closed to all traffic beginning at 2 p.m.

According to Research & Communications Manager Betsy Fields, drivers should expect significant traffic delays, particularly in the northern section of Leesburg, from early afternoon until 9 p.m. Motorists are encouraged to plan travel routes and times accordingly.

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