• Loudoun County vows to block Amazon data center at GW campus. County leaders say they will fight plans to build a new Amazon data center on recently sold George Washington University land in Ashburn. The battle pits tech expansion against local pushback over noise and environmental concerns. WTOP coverage
• General Assembly's data center tax fight stalls Virginia's budget. Lawmakers remain deadlocked over how to tax data centers, leaving the state budget unresolved. The impasse threatens local funding and school planning. FFXnow report

• Balcony solar kits bill heads to governor's desk. Virginia's legislature passed a bill that would let residents install small solar panels on balconies. The measure now awaits the governor's signature. WTOP story
• Fairfax board rejects review of 'Trust Policy.' Supervisor Pat Herrity called for a review of the county's immigration policy, but the rest of the board dismissed his request. The debate highlights ongoing divisions over local law enforcement's role in immigration. FFXnow piece

• Centreville home explosion linked to gas leak repairs. Investigators confirmed that crews were fixing a natural gas leak when a Centreville house exploded last week. The incident underscores safety risks during emergency repairs. FFXnow update
• Herndon man sentenced for child sex abuse plot. A Herndon resident received eight years in prison for traveling to abuse a child. The joint FBI/MPD operation made the arrest after an undercover sting. FFXnow coverage

• Tysons developers shift from new builds to upgrades. Tysons real estate players are investing in renovations and amenity upgrades instead of new construction. The pivot aims to keep tenants and boost property values. FFXnow analysis
• Seven Corners apartment expansion clears planning hurdle. Fairfax's planning commission backed a proposal to expand a major apartment complex in Seven Corners. The project now heads to the Board of Supervisors for final approval. FFXnow report

• Beloved Irish pub in Great Falls marked 45 years with a St. Patrick's Day bash. WTOP feature
• New gourmet cake shop is opening at One Loudoun. The Burn scoop
• Twisted Cat Tavern is expanding with a new Loudoun location. The Burn update
• D.C.'s cherry blossoms are halfway to peak bloom. Washington Post tracker

Budget fights and data center drama keep tensions high, but spring markets and cherry blossoms offer a welcome distraction. NoVA is restless, but ready for warmer days and a fresh start.

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