Boeing Wants HQ Lights — “Many skyscrapers, none more famous than the Empire State Building, have the ability to change their tower lights to recognize special occasions. The Boeing Co. is looking to join that trend in Crystal City, just on a much shorter scale. The Arlington-based aerospace and defense giant is proposing new architectural lighting on the rooftop of its six-story global headquarters at 929 Long Bridge Drive.” [WBJ]
Development Near Crystal City — “Mill Creek Residential Trust filed a plan Wednesday to build an eight-story apartment building next to Lidl’s U.S. headquarters in the Arlington section of Potomac Yard. The privately held Florida developer pitched the 398-unit building on what is now a parking lot fronting Crystal Drive and known as Land Bay C-West. The building would have 286 parking spots.” [WBJ]
Some Snowcrete Still Solid — “My last piece of Arlington snowcrete is hanging on for dear life.” [Chuck Todd/X]
Ballston-Based AES Acquired — A consortium led by BlackRock’s Global Infrastructure Partners and investment group EQT agreed to acquire Arlington-based AES Corp. for $10.7 billion in cash, or $15 a share, as the AI data center buildout fuels surging demand for power generation. The deal has an enterprise value of approximately $33.4 billion. [WSJ]
Pink in the Park Returns — “The National Landing Business Improvement District, Amazon, and the National Cherry Blossom Festival are bringing back Pink in the Park to National Landing. This free spring event series will feature cultural programming, including art, live music, family-friendly activities, and local food and beverages.” [Patch]
Monday Crash in F.C. — “Power Outage at Intersection Due to Crash. Due to a single vehicle crash resulting in minor injuries, there are no left turns at the intersection of N. Washington Street at Park Avenue and Park Place.” [Falls Church/X]
PFAS Biosolids Deal Reached — “After multiple debates and meetings between stakeholders, a compromise has been reached on how Virginia can begin to monitor the presence of ‘forever chemicals’ in biosolids that are used as fertilizer on farms across the commonwealth.” The bill, patroned by Del. Alfonso Lopez (D-Arlington), phases in testing and restricts spreading when PFAS levels exceed certain thresholds. [Virginia Mercury]
Reservoir Expansion Eyed — “We’ve moved forward with the Dalecarlia expansion, as our most probable recommendation,” said Trevor Cyran of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. “The Corps is laser focused on delivering something right here, right now that can actually help with the issue, while still exploring some of those long term solutions.” The expansion would provide approximately 70 million gallons per day, doubling the capacity at Dalecarlia. [WTOP]
Bishop Calls for Peace — “As U.S.-Israeli strikes against the Iranian regime unfold, I invite all the faithful and people of goodwill to pray for a swift conclusion to hostilities,” Arlington Diocese Bishop Michael F. Burbidge said. [Arlington Diocese]
Va. ANG In Iran Op — “The Virginia Air National Guard is supporting Operation Epic Fury, however the Guard didn’t provide specifics.” [Tyler Englander/X]
Restaurants Under Fed Scrutiny — “Similar scenes were playing out at other restaurants in Washington, where at least six other establishments also received “notice of suspect documents” letters from HSI in mid-February. The Post confirmed that at least 131 employees at five restaurants have left their jobs or been terminated because of the letters, according to owners or their attorneys.” [Washington Post]
It’s Tuesday — Expect rain in the morning and possibly after 5pm, with cloudy skies and a high near 48. Calm winds will shift to the south around 6 mph in the afternoon, with a 70% chance of precipitation and up to a quarter-inch of rainfall. Tuesday night, rain is likely after 7pm, with a low around 45, south winds of 6-8 mph, and an 80% chance of precipitation, accumulating another tenth to a quarter-inch of rain. [NWS]
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