New to Arlington, Artist Holding Exhibition in Rosslyn Tonight

Much the way a homeowner may introduce themselves to neighbors after moving into a new house, artist Marcelo Novo is introducing himself to the local arts scene tonight with an exhibition in...

Long-Sought Arlington Boathouse May Become a Reality

Thanks to shifting political winds and dogged determination, the decades-long quest to get a boathouse built on the Arlington side of the Potomac may finally result in action on the part of the...

Three Stuck in Rosslyn Metro Elevator

Via the scanner, we hear that the Arlington Fire Department is working on freeing three people from a stuck elevator at the Rosslyn Metro station. Firefighters are currently trying to determine...

Ballston’s New Pizza Autentica Expected to Have Outdoor Seating

Pizza Autentica has applied for sidewalk seating outside its forthcoming Ballston restaurant, and county staff is recommending that the request be granted. The county board is expected to decide...

Route 50 Lane Closure Will Likely Remain Through End of Year

Hopefully you've gotten used to the lane closure on westbound Route 50 near Courthouse, because it's probably sticking around for the holidays. The lane closure, put into place to facilitate a...

Green Home Claims Arlington’s First Gold Certification

Given the potential for stringent new energy efficiency requirements for new and renovated homes in Arlington, you may be wondering what such a "green" house would look like. The answer: something...

Energy Recommendations Include Renovation Restrictions

A task force convened by the county board has released its list of preliminary recommendations for reducing carbon-based energy consumption in Arlington. The ambitious and sometimes ambiguous...

Morning Notes

Crystal City Serves Up Latin Flare -- On Sunday, food and wine lovers flocked to Crystal City for the consumption bonanza known as Vintage Crystal. Now in its fourth year, Vintage Crystal...