It’s the weekend, and tonight and tomorrow might bring our first snow of the season.
This week has been dominated by talk of the new I-66 HOT lanes, and accusations against two elementary school teachers.
These were our most read stories this week:
- Taylor Elementary P.E. Teachers Accused of Smoking Marijuana in School
- Tolls High As I-66 Express Lanes Launch
- Virginia State Police: Get Ready for I-66 Changes Monday
- Italian Store Seeking Return of Stolen Vespa
- Shots Fired Sunday Night in Nauck
And these received the most comments:
- Tolls High As I-66 Express Lanes Launch
- Taylor Elementary P.E. Teachers Accused of Smoking Marijuana in School
- Morning Poll: What’s the Most You Would Pay for I-66 Tolls?
- Morning Notes (December 6)
- Virginia State Police: Get Ready for I-66 Changes Monday
Discuss anything of local interest below. Have a great weekend!
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Children’s Weekday Program (CWP) is a non-profit preschool rooted in a play-based philosophy. We focus on developing a love of learning and exploration, cooperation, empathy, and independence.
Our caring and experienced educators create opportunities for children 16 months to 5 years old to play, learn, and grow in a nurturing environment of child-centered and developmentally appropriate experiences.
Initially established more than 50 years ago in South Arlington, CWP continues to be a lauded program in the Northern Virginia area. We are extremely proud to have been recognized as a Best Preschool in Northern Virginia Magazine for the last 4 years.
Located now in North Arlington at 2666 Military Road, CWP offers a part-time parents day out and preschool program with options to extend care both before and after school. We offer a supportive and inclusive school community for children and parents alike and welcome all families to join our school!

The Optimist Club of Arlington is holding its 77th annual Christmas tree sale!
This year, the tree sale will be held at the Knights of Columbus (5115 Little Falls Road). The lot opens for sales on November 24th. The Optimist Club is selling small and large trees ranging from tabletop size to 10 foot tall trees! Wreaths, garland, tree stands, and White House Christmas ornaments will also be for sale.
100% of all proceeds go towards helping Arlington County youth.
For more information, please visit the Arlington Optimists website at https://optimistclubofarlingtonva.org/.
Holiday Art Show
Holiday Art Show featuring artists: Peter Fitzgerald, Claire Plante, Alanna Rivera, and Suzy Scollon. At the Barcroft Community House, 800 South Buchanan St., Arlington, VA. Dec. 8 from, 2 PM to 8 PM and Dec. 9 from 10 AM to
Christmas Tree Sales
2023 Christmas Tree Sales Begin
Saturday, December 2
Get your holiday decorating off to the right start this year! We will be selling 150 Fraser firs, freshly cut and delivered from Sparta, North Carolina.
Sale Hours: