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Rainy in East Falls Church (staff photo by Jay Westcott)

Alexandria Arena Nixed — “The City of Alexandria just announced that the city is ending negotiations related to the Potomac Yard Entertainment District and ‘the proposal will not move forward.'” [ALXnow]

Local Man Arrested for Shooting — “Fairfax County police have arrested an Arlington man who allegedly shot two women, including his wife, at a day care center in West Springfield.” [FFXnow]

Latest Rent Ranking — “Arlington ranked as the 7th most expensive city to rent. The price of one bedroom units in Arlington increased 0.4% to $2,340 last month, while two bedroom units fell 0.7% to $2,960.” [Zumper]

Little League Opener Set — “The annual Arlington Little League opening-day ceremony will include many of the traditional features and activities during this year’s Sunday, April 7 event at Barcroft Park.” [Gazette Leader]

It’s Thursday — Expect rain mainly before 11am, accompanied by patchy morning fog. The day will be cloudy with a high near 53, a northwest wind at 8-13 mph, and gusts up to 21 mph. There is a 60% chance of precipitation, with up to a quarter inch of rain. Initially cloudy Thursday night before gradually clearing, with a low around 38. Nighttime winds of 9-14 mph, with gusts as high as 22 mph. [NWS]