Data Center Fight in Virginia: Virginia’s data center subsidies are driving a Democrat-on-Democrat budget showdown that could even trigger a state shutdown, with Senate leaders pushing to curb tax incentives worth nearly $2 billion a year while Gov. Abigail Spanberger and House negotiators defend the industry’s economic role. Local Backlash at the Public Level: In Strasburg, residents packed a developer forum for a proposed $4.5 billion data center campus, pressing questions about long-term impacts as the company pledged on-site power and low water use. Water Safety Reminder for Virginia Swimmers: The Virginia Department of Health is urging beachgoers to learn open-water basics, especially how rip currents work and how exhaustion can turn a manageable situation into a drowning risk. Algae and Public Works: In Washington, D.C., the remodeled Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool has turned chartreuse again after an algal bloom, highlighting how hard it is to control algae at large scale. Coast Guard for Sail250: The Coast Guard will lead maritime safety and security for Sail250 Virginia in Norfolk, including public tours of the cutter Eagle.