A special day in DC: peak bloom! Whether you're headed to the Tidal Basin or enjoying the cherry blossom trees blooming in your neighborhood—it's a great day to be in the best city in the world.🌸

Today's an important day for baseball fans in the Sports Capital. Our city is rallying behind the @nationals.com as they step up to the plate in their first away game of the season. Let's go Nats, and let's play ball! ⚾️

It's the first day of spring! Every season in DC is beautiful, but we know that spring is special. It looks like we'll get some warmer weather this weekend—we can't wait to see residents and visitors out all across the city enjoying our clean, green, beautiful city.

Eid Mubarak, DC! Wishing all who celebrate a blessed, generous, and peaceful holiday.

For over a decade, March Madness has helped us keep our promises to deliver housing, jobs, growth, and opportunity in our city. ‌ Join us today for my final March Madness:

One of the achievements I am most proud of in my 3 terms as Mayor of Washington, DC is the increased access to affordable housing. My goal was to create 36,000 new homes—a third affordable. Not only did we achieve our goal, but we exceeded it and produced 45,000 new homes. 🔗housing.dc.gov

By 2030, we will have all of our professional sports teams in the boundaries of Washington, DC.

Severe weather in the forecast could include damaging winds of up to 80 mph. That means that we could expect downed trees throughout the District. Wait until after the storm passes—and if you see downed trees in your neighborhood, report to 311. In an emergency, call 911.

We're expecting severe storms today (3/16) in Washington, DC. What you need to know: 1. Tornado risk and damaging wind gusts of up to 80mph. 2. Heavy rain that could cause localized flooding. 3. Peak extreme weather 4-6PM. We will provide an update this afternoon.

Exciting: Data shows largest-ever turnout for last year's Art All Night in Washington, DC. 🎨250,000 attendees 🎨1,200 artists and performers 🎨Debuted the Art All Night mobile app And we just released the dates for Art All Night 2026: Sep 11-12.

Cherry blossom season is right around the corner. Free events to add to your calendar: 3/28: Blossom Kite Festival 3/29: Oxon Run Pinknic & Kite Fly 4/4: Petalpalooza 4/11: BloomFest More info: nationalcherryblossomfestival.org

It's game day in the Sports Capital. Fans are rising up across DC to cheer on the @washingtonspirit.com as they step onto the field for tonight's home opener at Rowdy Audi. 🏟️ ⚽️ Your city is behind you all season long.

Today, I joined the second trilateral meeting with Maryland Governor Wes Moore and Virginia Governor Abigail Spanberger. Our joint statement:

Exciting news: Washington, DC named national leader in preparing students for success post-graduation by the XQ Institute. More: tinyurl.com/DCNationalLeader

Did you know DC offers free car seat installation? Head to DC DMV's inspection center at 1001 Half Street SW during operating hours for a free, safe installation. Let's keep our littlest Washingtonians safe.

Just released: 2026 Art All Night dates. Mark your calendars for September 11-12.

Since I became Mayor, we've: 🌳Planted nearly 80,000 trees 🌳Made it so that 99% of residents live within a 10-minute walk of a park 🌳Added 59 miles of bike lanes, including 36 miles of protected lanes Washington, DC is green and beautiful—it's a great day to enjoy our city.

For 175 years, UDC has believed in the people of Washington, DC. UDC opens doors for students, enrolls more DC public high school grads than any other DC university, ranks among the top HBCUs in the US, and, most importantly, changes lives. Happy 175th anniversary, UDC!

Attention families with DC teens: On Friday, we're hosting the DC Teen Summit, where we'll pass the mic to the next generation of leaders to discuss mental health, social justice, and creativity. Learn more: DPREvents.com

Reminder that Daylight Savings Time begins tomorrow—clocks "spring forward" at 2AM. Good news: Sun will set an hour later each day. Not-so-good news: Lose one hour of sleep tonight. Reset your manual clocks and rely on clocks that automatically update, like your phone.

News: We broke a record at today's 8th Annual HerStory 5K. With nearly 10,000 participants, it was our highest turnout ever. A beautiful day in the best city in the world. Thank you to everyone who joined for my final HerStory 5K as your Mayor.

After a cold winter, we're all looking forward to spring in DC. The Cherry Blossom Festival is 2 weeks away, NPS announced predicted peak bloom dates, and this weekend, we’ll start enjoying warmer weather at the HerStory 5K. This week's newsletter🔗tinyurl.com/NLDCMarch6

I've been honored to serve with countless dedicated city executives and extraordinary frontline workers. For their bold vision, big ideas, personal sacrifices, & relentless pursuit of excellence in service to our great city, I'm deeply grateful. Happy Employee Appreciation Day.

Great news for all Washingtonians! Tomorrow, we're hosting a FREE 5K race to celebrate Women's History Month. 🩷 All ages and fitness levels welcome. Register: HerStory5K.com

DC is the best city in the world: • #1 park system in the nation • 99% of people live 10-minute walk of a park • Crime down 30% • Free pre-K3 & 4 • We built 36,000 new homes in less than 5 years • Top public transportation system • Fastest improving urban school district

There's no better place to celebrate Women's History Month than our nation's capital. Upcoming events:

Do you having running a 5K on your 2026 to-do list? Now's your chance. DC is hosting a FREE 5K race in celebration of Women's History Month on March 7—and everyone's invited. Register: HerStory5K.com

Great news for families in Washington, DC! Registration is now open for all spring programming with the nation’s #1 park and rec system at DPRPrograms.com.

One way we’re running through the tape in 2026 is by continuing to deliver on our promises to Ward 8. And that includes making progress on creating safe, modern spaces to gather, stay active, and thrive. Story by Katie Bourque wjla.com/news/local/d...

Our students make Washington, DC proud every day.   Today, we came together with Monumental Sports & Entertainment to celebrate our 6th graders with brand-new ‌Under Armour shoes.   A beautiful celebration of our young people at CareFirst Arena in the great Ward 8.

New in the District: Registration for spring aquatic programming with DPR is OPEN. Sign up for an active, engaging, and fun spring activity: dpr.dc.gov

Two important DPW updates: 🌲Holiday greenery collection ended this past weekend 🧹Street sweeping season begins Wednesday—check street signs DC has its reputation has a clean, beautiful city because of fantastic city services year-round.

Last month, we celebrated two key moments in Ward 8—the ribbon-cutting at Anacostia Rec at Ketcham and the groundbreaking at Douglass Community Center. These facilities represent kept promises—and reflect of our ongoing investments in the nation's #1 park and rec system.

All 26 DC public libraries have been funded, rebuilt, or renovated since I became Mayor of Washington, DC.

Important: Lottery applications for the 2026-27 school year close today in Washington, DC. Families with students going into PK3–8th grade must apply through the lottery. Apply: myschooldc.org

We're preparing for a chance of snow and freezing rain in Washington, DC. Our District Snow Teams will move to a full deployment today (3/2) at noon for pretreatment in advance of Tuesday morning’s commute.

Reminder: The deadline for DC public schools PK3–8th grade lottery applications is tomorrow, March 2.

When women work in government, things get done. ‌ Proud to have an administration filled with talented, strategic women who win for DC every day. ‌ Happy Women's History Month from DC Government!

A beautiful day at the new Anacostia Rec Center at Ketcham. Helped made possible by the incredible advocates, changemakers, and community in the great Ward 8. 💚

Our annual traditions are part of what makes DC so special. Coming soon: 8th Annual Herstory 5K.🏃🏾‍♀️ Join us for a FREE 5K race celebrating Women’s History Month. Register: HerStory5K.com

Yesterday, I hosted my 39th and final Budget Engagement Forum as your Mayor. Thank you to everyone who joined this season’s Budget Engagement Forums—I couldn't have asked for a better display of community engagement.

DC, tonight's the night: our final Budget Engagement Forum. Join us to share your priorities for the upcoming budget—we're hosting at 5:30PM at Dock 5 in Union Market. See you there.

When I became Mayor, I wanted to create a way for residents to weigh in on the budget before the Executive sends it to the Council. So, I started Budget Engagement Forums—and since, residents have come out year after year. Final forum: Tonight, 5:30PM, Dock 5 at Union Market.

Nearly 40,000 Washingtonians have had help affording college from DCTAG in the past 25 years. And this year alone, 4,500 students were approved—the highest in 5+ years. Now, students can receive $15,00 per year for college, previously capped at $10,000. Applications are OPEN.

How much is DCTAG this year? $15,000 Are the applications open? Yes. Is that real money for you to take to college with you? YES.

Tomorrow is the final Budget Engagement Forum of the year, and my final as your Mayor. We want to hear your priorities as we develop the FY27 Budget. Join us:

Ward by ward, I've kept my promises to Washington, DC. Episode 1: Ward 8 Amber Baker's story

Becoming the nation's #1 park and rec system is a result of strategic investments in our community. Join us this weekend for the latest example—a ribbon-cutting at the new Anacostia Rec Center at Ketcham in the great Ward 8:

DC winter weather update: • Precipitation has tapered off • District Snow Team remains deployed • Trash collection on schedule What to know: • Expect windy, cold conditions • Possible for slush to turn to ice tonight • Give space to our crews on the roads

DC Water is providing an update on the Potomac Interceptor break to the community this Wednesday at their headquarters. Details here: