News

Planning for New DCA Projects — “It passed below the radar screens of the traveling public, but the Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority on March 20 moved a major step forward in embarking on a new $9.4 billion capital-spending plan. The authority’s board has given CEO Jack Potter permission to negotiate with the airlines a new 15-year use agreement.” [Gazette Leader]

Only One APS Grad Going to Harvard — “Below is a breakdown of Arlington Public Schools (APS) applications and acceptances at Ivy League schools from 2019 to 2023. The data were drawn from Arlington Magazine’s annual College Admissions snapshot, which highlights where graduating seniors applied and were accepted.” [Arlington Magazine]

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]

A woman arrested this past fall after a standoff with police is facing more charges.

Vivian Vann, 52, was charged with burglary and unlawful entry after an alleged break-in at a vacant home on Monday.

Governor on Bridge Collapse — From Virginia Gov. Glenn Youngkin: “I have spoken with @GovWesMoore this morning, and Virginia stands ready to assist and support our neighbor Maryland. Our prayers are with the families affected and the courageous rescue efforts underway following the tragic incident at Baltimore’s Francis Scott Key Bridge.” [Twitter]

Marymount Marks Milestone — “Marymount University recently celebrated the debut of its Early Learning Academy, marking ‘a significant milestone for the institution as it unveiled a state-of-the-art facility designed to cater to the educational needs of young children,’ university officials said… Forty-seven students currently are enrolled in the academy’s inaugural class, and more students will join in April.” [Gazette Leader]

New Pro-EHO Group — “Supporters of Arlington’s landmark Expanded Housing Options (EHO) zoning ordinance are celebrating the first anniversary of its approval on March 22, 2023, with the creation of a new community group, ArlingtonWINs (Arlingtonians for Welcoming and Inclusive Neighborhoods).” [Gazette Leader]

TV Station Takes On Towing — “7News witnessed 11 vehicles being towed over 10 days at the Giant Food. Many of those towed had drivers leave the property and walk down the block to the Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles… Virginia delegate Alfonso Lopez, who sponsored the Anti-Predatory Towing Act, had his vehicle towed by Advanced Towing and believes the new law will give Northern Virginia similar protection against predatory towing that’s available in the rest of the state.” [WJLA]