March 5, 2012 | ARLnow.com

Published March 5, 2012 at 3:54PM

The original application requested a permit for live music and dancing from 7:00 p.m. to 2:00 a.m. every day. However, after receiving advice from county staff, the permit request was revised to be in line with other similar permits around the county. It now says live entertainment would run until 12:00 a.m. Sunday through Wednesday, and until 1:30 a.m. Thursday through Saturday, with exceptions on certain holidays.

The application also requests outdoor seating on the sidewalk along N. Glebe Road. A separate application was filed for a 70 square foot canopy sign.

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Suspicious Package Found in Ft. Myer Heights

By Katie Pyzyk

Published March 5, 2012 at 3:15PM | Updated March 5, 2012 at 3:32PM

Updated at 3:25 p.m. — The bomb squad has cleared the package and all units are leaving the scene.

Earlier: Authorities are on the scene of a suspicious package in Ft. Myer Heights.

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Library Database Fixed, Due Dates Extended

By Katie Pyzyk

Published March 5, 2012 at 2:45PM

Issues with the online security certificate caused many library users not to be able to access their accounts online. Library spokesman Peter Golkin said although the internal system was fine and it was business as usual at the libraries, many users couldn’t log on from outside computers. Golkin explained that a number of agencies had to coordinate to fix the problem, so it took a while to remedy the situation.

“And of course, it’s a weekend, which didn’t help,” he added.

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Coupon in Mail for Free Bike Helmet, CaBi Membership

By Katie Pyzyk

Published March 5, 2012 at 1:45PM | Updated March 5, 2012 at 2:08PM

Check your pile of mail for last week’s edition of The Citizen, which contained a BikeArlington pamphlet. It offers a plethora of information, including a large map highlighting local biking routes, tips for safe cycling and information about Capital Bikeshare.

Attached to the front is a coupon for a free helmet and reflective clip-on light. There’s also a coupon for one free 24-hour membership to Capital Bikeshare. The Bikeshare membership can be redeemed online using the individual code on each coupon. The bike helmet coupon can be redeemed at any Commuter Store around Arlington, while supplies last.

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Affordable Housing Tips at “Housing 4 Hipsters” Event

By Katie Pyzyk

Published March 5, 2012 at 12:16PM | Updated March 6, 2012 at 8:35AM

This event is aimed at young professionals and those who employ young professionals. According to Doug Myrick with the county’s Housing Division, the goal is to show young people the many forms of housing assistance that are available. He stresses it’s not reserved just for those in low income brackets.

“We want people to understand there is housing assistance available across a wide range of incomes,” Myrick said. “When people see government assistance, they often think it must be for low income or they won’t qualify.”

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County Board to Vote on Changes at Pentagon Row

By Katie Pyzyk

Published March 5, 2012 at 11:02AM

During its meeting on Saturday, the County Board is expected to vote on the proposed revamp of the central plaza at Pentagon Row.

The proposal includes plans to expand the length of the ice rink by 40 feet, add synthetic turf and add two 800 square foot freestanding retail structures. Approving the proposal would also add an additional month to the ice rink’s operating season, making it October through March, instead of November through March.

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Arlington Sees Decline in Number of Large Loss Fires

By ARLnow.com

Published March 5, 2012 at 10:01AM

The three large loss fires (causing more than $50,000 in damage) compare to 10 large loss fires in both FY 2009 and FY 2010, and 20 large loss fires in FY 2008.

“One is too many… [but] for us that’s a big milestone, a big accomplishment,” Fire Chief James Schwartz told ARLnow.com. Schwartz credited the community for good fire prevention practices and for quickly calling 911 whenever they see a fire. He also credited Arlington firefighters for fast response times and a high degree of firefighting competence.

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Morning Notes

By ARLnow.com

Published March 5, 2012 at 8:58AM | Updated January 16, 2018 at 2:45PM

Anti-Obama Metro Ad to Stay — A controversial advertisement in the Clarendon Metro station that tells President Obama to “go to hell” will not be taken down early. Metro General Manager Richard Sarles says he’s offended by the ad, but Metro cannot legally remove the ad due to its content. The ad is scheduled to be taken down on Sunday, March 11 following the end of a one month run. [NBC Washington]

Rosslyn as San Francisco — Civic boosters once tried to brand Rosslyn as “Manhattan on the Potomac.” But Arlington’s new planning director has another comparison in mind. He says Rosslyn reminds him of San Francisco. [Ode Street Tribune]

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Hospital Employee Arrested After Robbery Attempt, Foot Chase

By ARLnow.com

Published March 5, 2012 at 12:44AM | Updated December 23, 2021 at 12:03PM

(Updated at 12:05 a.m. on 12/23/21) A Virginia Hospital Center worker has been arrested and charged in a bizarre attempted robbery at the hospital.

Police say 48-year-old Alexandria resident [name redacted], an employee at the hospital’s cafeteria, tried to rob his own employer over the weekend.