Arlington to Host Adult Singing Competition

(Updated at 11:05 a.m.) Last year Arlington Public Schools hosted an "Arlington Idol" singing competition for high school students. This year, adults are getting a chance to compete in their own...

AWLA to Offer Low-Cost Microchips, Rabies Shots

The Animal Welfare League of Arlington will be holding a low-cost microchip and rabies clinic tomorrow (Thursday). From 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., at the AWLA offices (2650 S. Arlington Mill Drive), the...

Half Off Tickets to Taste of Arlington

Like last year, early birds are getting a steep discount on tickets to Taste of Arlington. This year the annual food festival, Arlington's biggest, will take place between 12:00 and 5:00 p.m. on...

Disabled Vets Job Fair Coming to Arlington Tomorrow

Employers are joining with the Wounded Warrior Project to hold a job fair for disabled veterans in Arlington tomorrow (Wednesday). The daylong event is being held at the Sheraton National Hotel...

New Location for Artomatic 2012

Artomatic is changing locations. It's still going to be in Crystal City, as announced in January, but the location will be a few blocks away from the originally named venue. Instead of taking place...

Giada De Laurentiis Holding a Local Book Signing

Popular television chef Giada De Laurentiis will soon bring her culinary skills to Arlington. She'll be at Sur La Table (1101 S. Joyce St) in Pentagon Row on March 31 to promote her upcoming...

Program to Wax Nostalgic About Historic Businesses

In Arlington, where it seems like something new is always being built, sometimes it's difficult to remember which businesses used to exist. A history program taking place tonight is hoping to jog...

Proposed Pike Improvements To Be Presented

Work is underway to design improvements to the streetscape of Columbia Pike. On Monday, March 26, county staff and consultants will present their partially-completed design to the...

Arlington St. Patrick’s Day Bar Guide 2012

This year, St. Patrick's Day falls on a Saturday. That means there will probably be more people than usual heading out for some Irish cheer at the local watering holes. Here's a list of a few...

“Top Model” to Hold Casting Call in Pentagon City

Here's a chance to strut your stuff in an attempt to get on television. America's Next Top Model will be holding a casting call in Pentagon City. This season will be the "college edition" and...

Synetic Cancels Show Due to Performer Visa Trouble

An upcoming show at Synetic Theater has been canceled because of a snag with obtaining visas for the performers. Light in the Darkness, which was supposed to run from today through March 26, has...

Road Closures Planned for Four Courts Four Miler

Several roads will be closed on Saturday for the Four Courts Four Miler race. The Arlington County Police Department asks residents to plan accordingly and avoid driving in the affected...

Strength to be Tested at Strongman Competition

Amateur weight lifters, step aside. Feats of strength will be on display Saturday, as elite competitors flex their muscles during the Second Annual Capital Classic Strongman Challenge. More than...

Events Scheduled to Launch PLACE Initiative

The county is gearing up for the kickoff of its Participation, Leadership and Civic Engagement (PLACE) initiative next week. The effort is being launched to improve engagement between residents and...

Bicycle Derby to Take Over Crystal City Parking Garage

Expect to see a lot more bicycles in Crystal City this weekend. Saturday is the inaugural Crystal City Diamond Derby. Unlike most other bike races, this one takes place indoors at the parking...