• Braddock School Board Race Decided: Democrat-endorsed Tom Dannan has won the Braddock District seat on the Fairfax County School Board, filling a vacancy that drew outsized attention as the district preps for a redistricting referendum. Read more from FFXnow

• Loudoun Budget Requests Grow: Loudoun County’s general government is seeking funding for 29 new positions in the upcoming budget, signaling ongoing growth and service expansion. Loudoun Now has details
• Oak Hill Park Bill Stalls: A bill to create Oak Hill Park in Loudoun died in the Senate, but could still see life as part of broader budget talks. More from Loudoun Now
• Agrivoltaics Bills Advance: Bipartisan-supported bills to expand solar panels on farmland (“agrivoltaics”) are heading to Rep. Spanberger’s desk after clearing the General Assembly. Background via Loudoun Now
• Potential Governance Shakeup in Arlington: Proposed changes to Arlington’s government structure could impact the roles of treasurer and revenue commissioner, raising questions about local control and accountability. See ARLnow

• Early Wins for Police Drone Program: Fairfax County police report “early success” with their new Drone as First Responder program, which dispatches drones to emergency scenes for rapid situational awareness. Full story at FFXnow
• Metro Incident in Clarendon: A man was arrested after allegedly touching a woman’s hair on a Metro train near Clarendon. Incident details at ARLnow

• $200M for Arlington Wastewater Plant: Arlington’s main wastewater treatment facility is set for a $200 million renovation, a major infrastructure investment in the county’s future. ARLnow has the scoop
• New Housing Proposed at Former TSA HQ: Developers want to convert the old TSA headquarters in Arlington into two residential buildings, continuing the area’s shift from federal to mixed-use. More at ARLnow
• Bank of America Eyes Merrifield ATM: A drive-thru ATM is proposed for the former Uno Pizzeria site in Merrifield, potentially adding a new layer of convenience (and traffic) to the area. FFXnow details
• Direct Path to Innovation Center Metro: A new pedestrian path now connects residents directly to the Innovation Center Metro station, improving access for Herndon-area commuters. See FFXnow

• Arlington Assessments Trail Market: Arlington’s tax-assessed property values are reportedly about 8% lower than current market values, fueling debates over fairness and revenue. Analysis at ARLnow
• Proposed Historic District Fee: A new proposal could require up to $1,000 in fees for new historic district applications in Arlington, raising concerns among preservationists and homeowners. More from ARLnow
• APS Budget Leaves Out New Sports: Arlington Public Schools’ latest budget proposal doesn’t include funding for boys volleyball or girls flag football, disappointing advocates for expanded athletic opportunities. Read at ARLnow

• Moo Thru is targeting a summer opening for its next ice cream shop in Burke. FFXnow
• A new French bakery is now serving bread and pastries in Idylwood. FFXnow
• ‘Cielo,’ an upscale nightlife spot, plans to open in Clarendon next month. ARLnow
• Equestrian community voices concern over the potential sale of Middleburg Training Center. Loudoun Now
• More federal funds are coming to Fairfax for police and a new W&OD Trail visitor center. FFXnow
• New therapy gym opens at Belmont Bay waterfront in Woodbridge. InsideNoVa

NoVA is in full “spring budget season” mode—debating priorities, weighing growth, and watching for the next big shakeup. The pace is brisk, the arguments are local, and the sense of possibility is high.

Have a sharp, productive Wednesday out there.
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