VSP Arrests Cruiser Crash Suspect — “Arrest in trooper hit & run: A man trying to retrieve his Porsche 911 after it ran into a Virginia State trooper early yesterday on I-395 has been charged with felony hit and run.” [Dave Statter/X]
Arlington Man Arrested in Fairfax — “A 25-year-old man has been arrested after police allege that he forced his way into two Fairfax County hotel rooms earlier this week. Arlington resident Eric Isler was taken into custody yesterday (Tuesday), hours after the second of two incidents, the Fairfax County Police Department says.” [FFXnow]
Police: Man Threatens Boy — “The juvenile male victim was in the stairwell of a residential building when the adult male suspect approached and began yelling at the victim. The victim attempted to leave the scene when the suspect grabbed his hand, displayed a knife and made jabbing movements. The victim’s family entered the stairwell upon hearing the commotion, confronted the suspect and he fled the scene on foot.” [ACPD]
Crash in Crystal City — “Trying to make the left turn from the right thru lane is rarely a good idea, but many people like to do it. This vehicle came off the ramp from the airport road where there is no legal access to make the left turn onto S. 23rd St. from Richmond Highway.” [Dave Statter/X]
Toastique Opening Update — Branded signage has appeared at 244 19th Court S., where the D.C.-born gourmet toast franchise hopes to open next month, a representative tells ARLnow. The expanding eatery is currently working to open 19 new locations nationwide, including one in Reston. The new restaurant will be Arlington’s second Toastique, joining a Clarendon location that opened last year. –Katie Taranto
Waterfront Wine Party This Weekend — Seasonal outdoor restaurant Catboat Pizza Bar plans to host its first-ever natural wine party from noon-4 p.m. this Saturday at Washington Sailing Marina. Tickets come with bottomless pizza and pours from local wine distributors at $75 per person. –Katie Taranto
Hotel Renovation Complete — “AC Hotel Arlington National Landing is officially open, unveiling a multi-million dollar transformation. The reimagined property joins Marriott International’s AC Hotels brand portfolio with distinction, as it’s the largest AC Hotel in North America with 355 European-inspired guest rooms.” [Press Release]
Grant for Local Rescue Group — “Lucky Dog Animal Rescue is pleased to have received $15,000 in funding through a PEDIGREE Foundation Program Development Grant. This generous grant will support a new initiative called Project Paws in Homes, which will provide those who adopt Lucky Dog’s long-stay – or challenging – dogs with the resources they need to make their adoption successful.” [Press Release]
Westover Profiled by Post — “In a rare configuration for Arlington, Westover has original 1940s-era single-family houses alongside duplexes, condominiums and apartments, all clustered around the commercial district along Washington Boulevard.” [Washington Post]
Senators Question FAA Cuts — “The tragic crash of American Airlines flight 5342 highlighted serious gaps in our aviation safety system and demonstrated the need for a robust and experienced analytical workforce at the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). Unfortunately, over the past six months, your agency has significantly reduced its workforce. We are deeply concerned.” [Press Release]
It’s Thursday — Expect sunny skies and a high temperature near 90 degrees, accompanied by a south wind of 3 to 8 mph. Thursday night will be mostly clear, with a low around 74 degrees. [NWS]
