Around Town

A changeup in clothing retailers is coming to the Pentagon City mall.

The fast fashion retailer Primark is coming to the Fashion Centre at Pentagon City (1100 S. Hayes Street), replacing women’s retailer Fashion Q in the Metro level space formerly held by Forever 21. The new retail location is expected to open in late fall, according to a press release.


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Each week, “Just Reduced” spotlights properties in Arlington County whose prices have been cut over the previous week. The market summary is crafted by Arlington Realty, Inc. Maximize your real estate investment with the team by visiting www.arlingtonrealtyinc.com or calling 703-836-6000 today!

Please note: The properties featured here may be listed with other brokerages– but that doesn’t limit your options. Arlington Realty, Inc. is ready to represent you, arrange showings, analyze value, and negotiate the best possible terms on your behalf. We understand the neighborhoods, pricing trends and market timing — and we use that knowledge to your advantage. 

As of June 8, there are 178 detached homes, 13 townhouses and 264 condos for sale throughout Arlington County. In total, 47 homes experienced a price reduction in the past week, including:

Image from Just Reduced Properties in Arlington: June 10, 2026
1900 N Nelson St

Please note that this is solely a selection of Just Reduced properties available in Arlington County. For a complete list of properties within your target budget and specifications, contact Arlington Realty, Inc. 


Sponsored

Address: 29 N Bedford Street
Neighborhood: Lyon Park
Type: 3 BR, 3 BA duplex – 1344 sq. ft.
Open House: Saturday, 6/13, 2-4 PM
Listed: $850,000

Noteworthy: NO HOA! Charming and beautifully updated brick duplex in North Arlington!

Offering 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, and 1,344 square feet across four levels, this light-filled home blends classic character with modern updates. A welcoming screened front porch sets the tone for this home. Inside, you’ll find hardwood flooring throughout the main and upper levels, fresh neutral paint, crown molding, and natural light. The spacious living room flows into the dining room, featuring built-in shelving and a window seat that adds both charm and functionality. The updated kitchen showcases quartz countertops, newer stainless-steel appliances, pantry storage, and access to the backyard. Upstairs, you’ll find two bedrooms, one with custom built-ins, along with a full hall bathroom. On the fourth level, top-floor bedroom suite features an en-suite bathroom, creating a primary retreat, guest suite, home office, or additional living space. The finished lower level offers a recreation room with flexibility for a home office, gym, or guest space, complete with a full bathroom, laundry area, storage, and walkout access. Outdoor living is highlighted by a fully fenced rear yard, hardscape patio, and mature trees that create a private setting for entertaining or everyday enjoyment. Thoughtful improvements include major electrical and plumbing upgrades, attic and 3rd floor insulation, custom window treatments, a screened porch addition, updated appliances, a newer roof (2022), and HVAC (2019). Located less than one mile from Clarendon and Metro access, with convenient proximity to Route 50, parks, bike trails, shopping, dining, and conveniences, this move-in-ready home offers the best of Arlington living, all without a monthly HOA or condo fee.

Listed by:
Claire Belcher – TTR Sotheby’s International Realty
[email protected]
(703) 409-6705


News

Falls Church officials say it’s time to double down on off-roading moped riders who are reportedly zooming around some of the city’s parks and sidewalks.

At the June 8 City Council meeting, Hardi pointed to concerns raised by residents about young people’s scooter use in several areas, notably Cherry Hill Park. Crackdown efforts have so far proved unsuccessful.


Announcement

The Arlington Home Energy Hub is a new resource provided by Arlington County to help residents make their homes more energy efficient, healthier and powered by clean energy. Arlington residents can now explore a new webpage with information and resources to learn about, plan for and implement home energy upgrades.

The Home Energy Coach is a new resource that provides free, virtual technical support to help Arlington residents make energy upgrades. Home Energy Coaches are available to help with any type of energy upgrade, such as installing new heating and cooling equipment, improving insulation and adopting solar energy. Homeowners can meet with a Home Energy Coach individually and renters can join a group coaching session. To get started, Arlington residents can submit an interest form online and a Coach will follow up with more information.


News

The Arlington library system has opened a new window on the county’s history during the 1980s-90s.

The library’s Charlie Clark Center for Local History has digitized approximately 3,000 photos from the Arlington Courier, a weekly newspaper covering the county during that period.


News

Glencarlyn residents used the weekend to celebrate their community, get an early start on the nation’s 250th birthday and express concerns about ongoing issues.

The two-day Glencarlyn Neighborhood Days event is an annual opportunity for the South Arlington community to both reflect and look forward.


News
Rain clouds over Arlington National Cemetery (Flickr pool photo by Jason Gooljar)

Local is Nurse of the Year — Wakefield High School public health nurse Heather Williams has been named Virginia’s Nurse of the Year by the state Department of Health, honored for connecting students with care after a student died of a suspected overdose. “I’m just showing up consistently and making my clinic a safe space for these students,” she said. [WTOP]

Pentagon City Helicopter Lift — A helicopter carried out an early-morning HVAC lift for a commercial building on S. Hayes Street in Pentagon City over the weekend, a rare sight since the DCA mid-air collision grounded most local helicopter traffic. “We used to have lots of daily helicopter visits prior to the DCA mid-air collision,” local public safety watcher Dave Statter noted. [Dave Statter/X]

Soccer Team Eyes Nationals — An Arlington boys soccer team, the 2013 ECNL squad, is raising money for travel to the national playoffs in San Diego after winning the Mid-Atlantic Division. A GoFundMe campaign had collected $3,505 of its $4,500 goal as of Tuesday. [GoFundMe]

GW Parkway Rehab Complete — After nearly four years of work, a $161 million rehabilitation of the George Washington Memorial Parkway’s 7.6-mile northern section is complete — the first major overhaul since 1962. Running from Arlington’s Spout Run Parkway through McLean to the Beltway, the stretch is the parkway’s most heavily traveled, carrying about 71,000 riders a day. [FFXnow]

CIA Gate Crash Plea — An Arlington woman, 28, has pleaded guilty to federal charges after crashing into a security gate at CIA headquarters in Langley while drunk in May 2025, an incident in which she was shot multiple times by CIA Police. Her blood alcohol level was more than double the legal limit, prosecutors said. [FFXnow]

State Budget Standoff — With July 1 approaching, Virginia lawmakers remain divided over whether to keep a sales tax exemption for data centers, raising the prospect of the state’s first-ever partial government shutdown. The Senate voted to end the break, which repeal supporters say costs nearly $2 billion in revenue, while the House rejected the move. A vetoed marijuana marketplace plan could also resurface in budget talks. [WTOP, WJLA]

Gun Check Law Struck Down — A judge in Lynchburg has struck down Virginia’s universal background check law for gun purchases, siding with gun rights groups that argued it unconstitutionally barred 18-to-20-year-olds from buying handguns. Del. Garrett McGuire (D-Fairfax County), who sponsored the measure, called this year’s legislative session “a historical session for gun violence prevention.” [NBC 4]

Region Studies Backup Water — Regional water officials are launching a “Secure the Source” study to identify emergency backup drinking water supplies in case the Potomac River becomes unusable. More than 5 million people rely on the river, and officials say there’s no full backup if it were suddenly cut off. The effort follows a major sewage spill into the Potomac. [Fox 5]

Beyer Pushes Rail Bills — Rep. Don Beyer (D) has introduced a three-bill package aimed at modernizing the nation’s rail network, including studies of electrification and cleaner locomotive technology along the corridor connecting Florida and Washington. “Rail remains one of the most efficient ways to move people and goods, and new technologies are creating opportunities to improve efficiency and reliability,” Beyer said. [Press Release]

Capital Weather Goes Independent — The Capital Weather Gang, the D.C. area’s popular forecasting team, has officially relaunched as an independent operation under its original name, Capital Weather, ending an 18-year partnership with the Washington Post. Founder Jason Samenow said the team may eventually expand to other cities. [Washington Post, Capital Weather]

It’s Wednesday — Expect a mostly cloudy day with a high near 89 and chances of showers and thunderstorms throughout the day. Southwest winds will be light at 6–9 mph. Skies turn partly cloudy overnight with a low around 72. [NWS]

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Flickr pool photo by Jason Gooljar


Around Town

Good Tuesday evening, Arlington. Let’s take a look back at today’s stories and a look forward to tomorrow’s event calendar.

🕗 News recap

The following articles were published earlier today — Jun 9, 2026.

📅 Upcoming events

Here is what’s going on Wednesday in Arlington, from our event calendar.

⛈️ Wednesday’s forecast

Showers and thunderstorms are possible this afternoon, especially after 2 p.m., with mostly cloudy skies and a high near 88°F. Winds will be from the south at around 9 mph, and there is a 50% chance of precipitation. Tonight, there’s a chance of showers and thunderstorms before 7 p.m. The skies will clear up partially, with a low around 72°F and southwest winds of 3 to 6 mph. The chance of precipitation is 30%. See more from Weather.gov.

💡 Quote of the Day

“Your time is limited, don’t waste it living someone else’s life.”
– Steve Jobs

🌅 Tonight’s sunset

The MonumentCam screenshot above is used with permission of the Trust for the National Mall and courtesy of EarthCam.

Thanks for reading! If you have something to say about an issue of local note not covered today, feel free to post it as a letter to the editor on our new forum.


Sports

It was close, but Yorktown High School multiple-sport student-athlete Kaiya Ovando made it with a bit of time to spare.

With many anxiously following her progress, Ovando successfully participated in two different championship high-school sporting events at venues hours apart on Friday, June 5.


News

Two men have been arrested after reportedly dumping “substantial quantities” of motor oil and gasoline into Arlington’s stormwater system.

Ahmad Adawi, of Fairfax, and Suhib Derbas, of Alexandria, are accused of intentionally releasing hazardous substances directly into stormwater drains, the Arlington County Office of the Fire Marshal announced today (Tuesday).


Announcement

Looking for a safe, structured, and engaging after-school option for your child?

Pentagon MMA is now accepting applications for its award winning After School Program for the 2026-27 school year, serving Arlington families with a unique combination of transportation, enrichment, physical activity, and character development.