• Heat Advisory returns for Arlington and D.C. today. The heat index will climb to 107 this afternoon. Arlington Public Schools have canceled outdoor activities for the second straight day. Stay hydrated and limit time outside. Full details

• Thousands lose power in Arlington after last night's storms. Dominion reports over 4,200 homes and businesses in the dark, especially in Aurora Highlands and Long Branch Creek. Crews are working to restore service. Outage update

• Expect more military flyovers this weekend. Arlington skies will be busy through Sunday as the nation marks its 250th anniversary and President Trump celebrates his 80th birthday with a UFC event at the White House. Flyover schedule

• Region launches $25 million study for backup water supply. The area’s three water companies, WSSC Water, the Washington Aqueduct and Fairfax Water, want to secure alternatives beyond the Potomac River, aiming to protect against drought and emergencies. The study will explore new sources and infrastructure. Study details

• Loudoun County sets community meeting for transportation plan review. Residents can weigh in on countywide priorities at a June 24 session. Officials will discuss future road, transit, and bike projects. Meeting info

• Severe Thunderstorm Warning hit Arlington last night. Fast-moving storms brought damaging winds and widespread power outages. The warning lasted until 8:30 p.m. Storm recap

• Mount Vernon debuts $20 million education center as a 'birthday gift to America.' The new facility features a major exhibition on George Washington's life and opens just in time for the 250th anniversary celebrations. See inside

• Fort Belvoir's massive expansion is taking shape. The Army base is adding two six-story admin buildings, three parking garages, and more. The project will reshape the installation's footprint. Project breakdown

• Tatte Bakery & Cafe opens at One Loudoun. The buzzy Boston chain brings its pastries, breakfast, and coffee to Ashburn. Locals lined up for opening day. Opening coverage

• Maggiano's Little Italy opens Monday at Tysons Corner Center. The classic Italian-American chain unveils a new location with a sleek dining room and bar. First look photos

• Sense of Thai expands beyond Loudoun County. The popular local Thai spot is growing its footprint. A new location has opened in the Westbard Square retail center in Bethesda, MD. Expansion news

• Herndon student wins a Cape Canaveral field trip for a poem celebrating America 250. Read more
• Loudoun County hosts an electronics recycling event tomorrow, June 13. Event info
• Fairfax libraries kick off summer reading with a children's festival after record participation. Festival details

NoVA's bracing for another scorcher, dodging downed power lines, and watching the skies fill with military flyovers. Summer's here in full force, and the region's energy is as high as the heat index.

Have a cool weekend.
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