The National Weather Service has issued a winter weather advisory today as 1-2 inches of snow is expected in the region with high temperatures only reaching 30.
Inaugural Preparations: Groups who provide food to the homeless are doing there best to work around the street closings as the cold weather motivates some to provide more space. Yesterday’s standoff at the White House highlights security measures that the NY Times called today a ‘steel cocoon.’ Also, Metro will now be open until 3 a.m. Thursday and Friday morning. Finally, the team that designed the popular “This Land,” animation has released another for the inauguration they’re calling “Second Term.”
Intercounty Connector Debated: Six environmental and smart growth groups issued a report yesterday criticizing Maryland state government for not considering alternatives to building a highway between Montgomery and Prince George’s counties.
Housing Values Way Up In Arlington: Housing assessments in Arlington County have increased 24 percent this year, causing government officials to worry about helping provide affordable housing and the impact when the growth of property tax revenue slows.
