Arlington and the D.C. area will again be under a Heat Advisory on Friday.
Heat index values up to 107 are expected Friday afternoon, creating hazardous conditions for anyone working or spending extended time outside.
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Update at 10:50 p.m. — The outage count in Arlington is up to 4,266 homes and businesses, according to Dominion’s website. In addition to outages in neighborhoods near Crystal City, another large outage is being reported northwest of Ballston, around Virginia Hospital Center and the High View Park neighborhood.
Earlier: The severe storms that blew through less than an hour ago have knocked out power for thousands in and around Arlington.
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:
- 1900 N. Nelson Street, 22207 – NOW: $1,675,000 (Reduced: $25,000 on 6/5)
- 2417 Washington Boulevard, 22201 – NOW: $974,000 (Reduced: $25,000 on 6/8)
- 5028 12th Street S., 22204 – NOW: $850,000 (Reduced: $100,000 on 6/6)
- 1300 Crystal Drive Unit 1107S, 22202 – NOW: $775,000 (Reduced $50,000 on 6/5)
- 6701 Washington Boulevard Unit D, 22213 – NOW: $770,000 (Reduced: $10,000 on 6/5)
- 4892 28th Street S., 22206 – NOW: $619,900 (Reduced: $15,000 on 6/5)
- 62 N. Bedford Street Unit 62B, 22201 – NOW: $539,900 (Reduced: $10,000 on 6/5)
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.
Good Thursday 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 11, 2026.
- 7:30 am: Morning Notes for June 11, 2026 | 🗣️ Comments
- 8:30 am: Many Virginians’ criminal convictions about to be sealed under ‘Clean Slate’ law | 🗣️ Comments
- 9:15 am: Administration plans intensive, year-round construction schedule for Trump’s triumphal arch | 🗣️ Comments
- 10:00 am: New parking ticket portal launches in Arlington, with permit changes coming soon | 🗣️ Comments
- 10:45 am: WEATHER ALERT: Heat Advisory issued for Arlington | 🗣️ Comments
- 12:15 pm: NOW: Hazmat, medical crews dispatched as Pentagon goes on lockdown | 🗣️ Comments
- 1:45 pm: Columbia Pike Blues Festival returns this weekend, bringing live tunes to new location | 🗣️ Comments
- 2:45 pm: Weekend rail work at Crystal City Metro finishes two weeks early | 🗣️ Comments
- 3:45 pm: Phishing attack put VHC Health patients’ medical records, personal information at risk | 🗣️ Comments
- 4:15 pm: JUST IN: Severe Thunderstorm Watch issued for Arlington | 🗣️ Comments
- 6:00 pm: More flyovers planned this weekend after a dozen helicopters flew over Arlington today | 🗣️ Comments
- 8:00 pm: WEATHER ALERT: Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued for Arlington | 🗣️ Comments
📅 Upcoming events
Here is what’s going on Friday in Arlington, from our event calendar.
- 9:00 am: Piano & More Seeks Volunteers for Spring Recital in Falls Church
- 12:30 pm: Video Game Social
- 3:00 pm: Coloring Page Friday
- 3:00 pm: Invitation for Hello Summer; a community party unlike any other! (Patrick Henry Recreation Center)
- 5:30 pm: Zumba Power Hour
- 6:00 pm: “Phenomena of Emotions” – Fundraiser to Support 55+ Programs
- 👉 6:00 pm: “Artfully Yours” Weekend Art Show & Sale 2026–Opening Reception
- 6:45 pm: Friday Forest Bathing
- 7:00 pm: Pride Prom at the Library!
- 9:00 pm: World Soccer
⛈️ Friday’s forecast
Expect showers and thunderstorms, mainly after 5 PM, with some severe storms possible. The high will be near 95, and the heat index could reach 103, with west winds at 3 to 8 mph. There’s an 80% chance of rain, with new rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch, higher in thunderstorms. In the evening, showers and thunderstorms will continue until about 8 PM, with lows around 67 and west winds at 6 to 8 mph. The chance of rain remains at 80%, with similar rainfall amounts expected. See more from Weather.gov.
💡 Quote of the Day
“Success is not the key to happiness. Happiness is the key to success. If you love what you are doing, you will be successful.”
– Albert Schweitzer
🌅 Tonight’s sunset
The MonumentCam screenshot above is used with permission of the Trust for the National Mall and courtesy of EarthCam.
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Nathan’s Cancer Slayers, a local Arlington fundraising team under Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation, invites the community to Cocktails for a Cause — An Amalfi Coast Evening on Sunday, June 14 in Georgetown. ✨🍸
This inaugural silent auction will bring together friends, neighbors, and supporters for cocktails, hors d’oeuvres, and a fun silent auction — all raising funds for childhood cancer research in honor of Nathan Fleming, an Arlington student who passed away from rhabdomyosarcoma in 2019, just one week after turning 18.
A Severe Thunderstorm Warning has been issued for Arlington and much of the D.C. area.
A line of storms packing damaging wind gusts is quickly approaching from the west. The warning is in effect from now until 8:30 p.m.
This family-friendly event commemorates the emancipation of enslaved African Americans. Join us to honor and celebrate those who came before us who exhibited strength, resilience, and determination in the pursuit of liberation and freedom.
Enjoy live music, cultural performances, delicious food, and activities for all ages.
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Expect more low-flying military aircraft over the next few days.
A number of flyovers are planned through Sunday, June 14, as the nation celebrates its 250th anniversary and President Donald Trump celebrates his 80th birthday with a UFC cage match on the White House grounds.
After a sweltering day, Arlington, Falls Church, D.C. and much of the rest of the region are now under a Severe Thunderstorm Watch.
The watch is in effect until 10 p.m.
A data breach at a vendor for VHC Health may have jeopardized sensitive information including patients’ Social Security numbers, medical diagnoses and account numbers.
VHC Health mailed out notices of the phishing attack on June 5, but the attack on the vendor, Xsolis, Inc., took place on Jan. 22 — affecting an unspecified number of patients. The notices advise patients to “remain vigilant against fraud and identity theft.”
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Weekend construction work has wrapped up early at the Crystal City Metro station, shaving two weeks off of the original schedule of closures.
The era of shuttle buses operating on the weekend at Crystal City is over, and Blue and Yellow Line trains are back to operating as usual, the Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority announced on social media.
The annual Columbia Pike Blues Festival returns Saturday, bringing a lineup of soulful tunes, artisan vendors and local bites amid the start of summer.
Preparing for its 29th year, the festival will take place from noon to 8 p.m. at a new location, Penrose Square (2597 Columbia Pike), hosting several regional and nationally recognized music acts.
Starting June 22nd, EvolveAll Martial Arts and Training Studio is opening its doors for Intro Week — one full week where every class is free to try, no experience or membership required.
Whether you want to try something active this summer or are looking for a fitness routine that actually sticks, next week is your chance to walk in and see what EvolveAll is all about.