Long Wait for Prince Harry’s Book — “I’m sure it’s the same with other public-library systems across the region, but I checked in with Arlington and found, as of yesterday, 502 people on the waiting list for the 81 hardcover copies; 464 on the waiting list for the 60 e-audiobook options; 378 on the waiting list for the 75 e-book options; and 129 on the waiting list for the 12 large-type books, which are on order but have not yet arrived.” [Sun Gazette]
Anniversary of Sudden Death on Dais — “The January meeting of the Arlington County Board marks the 20th anniversary of one of the sadder moments in local governance. It was at the County Board’s January meeting in 2003 that Democratic board member Charles Monroe, who was slated to serve as chair for the year, collapsed and died early in the meeting. A massive stroke was the cause of death of the 46-year-old at the meeting, which was being held on Jan. 11, 2003.” [Sun Gazette]
Horticultural Honor for Cemetery — “Arlington National Cemetery (ANC) is proud to announce the renewal of its Level III Arboretum accreditation, initially designated in June 2018. Only 45 renowned institutions worldwide, including five cemeteries, maintain this prestigious accreditation.” [Arlington National Cemetery]
New Closure for I-395 Project — “Construction activity related to the Boundary Channel Drive at I-395 Interchange Project will close a portion of the existing unpaved social path near the Pentagon Lagoon beginning on 1/25/2023. The point of closure will be approximately 1000 feet south of where the Mt. Vernon Trail passes underneath the George Washington Memorial Parkway.” [Friends of the MVT]
Ballston Convenience Store Robbery — “The female suspect entered the business, concealed merchandise and attempted to exit without payment. An employee confronted the female suspect during which the suspect physically assaulted the employee. The male suspect then approached and physically assaulted the employee before fleeing the scene on foot with the female suspect. Responding officers located the suspects in the area and took them into custody.” [ACPD]
Another Pet Urgent Care Option — “Heart + Paw, a full-service veterinary clinic, is now accepting walk-in veterinary visits for more urgent needs at its Ballston Quarter location in Arlington.” [Patch]
It’s Friday — Partly cloudy throughout the day. High of 54 and low of 41. Sunrise at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:17 pm. [Weather.gov]