Another day, another week, and before you know it, it’s Friday again.
It’s been a busy week for news in this here 26 square miles. This week we’ve seen a Yorktown high schooler gain fame for his award-winning painting of immigrant children holding a “Bring Back Our Mom.” The artwork won a Congressional art competition. His prize? Getting to hang the painting in the U.S. Capitol.
Commonwealth’s Attorney candidate Parisa Dehghani Tafti also sparked a heated debate after accusing incumbent prosecutor Theo Stamos of not punishing instances of “police brutality” — an accusation several public safety groups denounced.
Speaking of public safety, today Arlington’s annual law enforcement memorial service was held in Courthouse.
Here are a few other articles from around town you might have missed this week.
- Civic Federation Approves Nauck Name Change
- Arlington Officials Say VDOT Isn’t Doing Enough to Enforce I-66 HOV Rules
- Indian-Italian Fusion Pizza Chain Coming to Lee Highway
- New Luxury Apartment Tower in Ballston Aims at 2020 Opening
- Developer to Build Seven Townhouses in Courthouse, Demolish House
Have thoughts on any of these articles you want to share? What about weekend plans? Let us know in the comments below.
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Signature Theatre just released single tickets for all 33rd season productions, which highlights the organization’s long-time relationship with legendary composer Stephen Sondheim. Beginning with the musical adaptation of The Color Purple and irreverent No Place to Go, the season continues with three Sondheim musicals, the DC premieres of Off-Broadway hit Which Way to the Stage and Pulitzer Prize finalist Selling Kabul, the Tony Award®-winning rock musical Passing Strange, and return of Signature’s cabaret series honoring legendary artists.
“Last November, the world lost an icon. The death of Stephen Sondheim was a blow to everyone in the theater community. Signature Theatre would not be the same without Sondheim — he IS Signature’s ‘signature.’ This season, we are honoring the legend with productions of Into the Woods, Pacific Overtures and Sweeney Todd dedicated to his memory. These shows represent the diversity and range of Sondheim,” said Signature’s Artistic Director Matthew Gardiner about the new season.
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Azure Dream Day Spa Grand Opening
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All are invited to come tour the new spa and to take
