Time Change Reminder — From VDOT: “On Nov. 3 at 2 a.m., Daylight Saving Time will come to an end as we set our clocks back one hour. With dusk arriving an hour sooner, traveling in darker conditions can increase the risk of vehicle crashes involving pedestrians and cyclists. Drivers should prepare to adapt to the time change and the risks it brings.” [Press Release]
Man With Gun Cited at DCA — “An Alexandria, Va., man was cited by police after Transportation Security Administration (TSA) officers at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport intercepted a firearm among his carry-on items at one of the airport checkpoints on Tuesday (October 29). The .380 caliber firearm was loaded with seven bullets.” [Press Release]
Barcroft Bridge Installed — From Arlington’s Dept. of Environmental Services: “A beloved footbridge connecting the Barcroft and Arlington Forest neighborhoods has been replaced over Grandma’s Creek after being destroyed in a 2022 storm. A project of DES and @arlparksrec with a land gift by @DominionEnergy.” [Twitter]
Local Jobless Rate Second Lowest in Va. — At 2.4%, Arlington’s September jobless rate was down from 2.6% in August but up from 2.3% a year ago. For September, Arlington was tied with Madison County for second lowest rate in the commonwealth, with only Highland County (2.3%) lower. [Virginia Employment Commission]
County GOP Mails Out Sample Ballot — The Arlington County Republican Committee raised $6,800 to mail out approximately 25,000 sample ballots earlier this week. “Grassroots supporters stepped up and invested,” party chair Matthew Hurtt said. While less intense than Democratic outreach efforts, it represents a more robust effort than in recent years by the local GOP. –Scott McCaffrey
GOP Encourages Election Day Filming — From the Arlington GOP: “The law permits citizens to film public interactions. If you’re a Republican poll greeter, voter, or concerned citizen, take your smart phone with you and catch these unhinged leftists losing their minds at polling locations.” [Twitter]
Early Voting Dip on Marathon Day — “It’s amusing how the Marine Corps Marathon suppressed turnout in Arlington, Virginia on the last Sunday of early voting.” [Twitter]
Election Day in Falls Church — “On Election Day, Tuesday, November 5, 2024, the City of Falls Church polling places will be open from 6 a.m. to 7 p.m. Registered voters waiting in line to vote at 7 p.m. will be allowed to vote. Polling places are accessible to persons with disabilities.” [City of Falls Church]
It’s Friday — There’s a 20% chance of brief showers before 2pm. Expect mostly sunny skies and a high temperature near 75°F, accompanied by southwest winds at 11 mph and gusts up to 21 mph. In the evening, the skies will remain mostly clear, with the temperature dropping to around 47°F and a north wind at 8 mph. [NWS]
