A high-ranking Virginia state senator, Senator Louise Lucas, has announced she will vote against the proposed new arena for the Washington Wizards and Capitals in Alexandria, Virginia. The development has been closely followed by Rick Snider’s Washington and has created ripples in political circles. There are also questions about the future of Caesars' sportsbook at Capital One Arena and updates on GambetDC in the event the teams relocate. Additionally, the new arena site is reportedly vulnerable to coastal and inland flooding, which could affect surrounding areas, including the Metro station.
The new Wizards and Capitals arena planned for just outside D.C. is vulnerable to coastal and inland flooding — particularly in areas surrounding the stadium, including the Metro station. https://t.co/04bO5MZgBW
What will become of Caesars' sportsbook at Capital One Arena if the Caps & Wizards decamp for Virginia? Click on the image for @BennettConlin's report on that and an update on GambetDC. https://t.co/ESGgW4uykL
For those watching the Wizards/Capitals arena and entertainment district plans in Alexandria, Va., this from a high-ranking state senator: https://t.co/EOJAkEypha
For those watching the Wizards/Captials arena and entertainment district plans plans in Alexandria, Va., this from a high-ranking state senator: https://t.co/EOJAkEypha
Rick Snider’s Washington says the quest for a new Virginia arena and Commanders to RFK rippled in political circles. Gimme two minutes. https://t.co/qi1KmSosEz
Virginia state senator says she will vote against Wizards, Capitals new arena | @thehill @SenLouiseLucas #Virginia https://t.co/5b62GR4EQT