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Morning Notes for August 26, 2025

A landscaper mows the grass at Fields Park in Bluemont (staff photo by Jay Westcott)

Robbery in Pentagon City — “The female suspect entered the business, collected merchandise and attempted to exit the store without payment during which she was confronted by loss prevention personnel. The suspect shoved loss prevention personnel before running from the scene. A lookout was broadcast and a responding officer located an individual matching the description of the suspect in 1100 block of S. Hayes Street and took her into custody. During the course of the investigation, the suspect spat on an officer.” [ACPD]

Rosslyn Robbery Arrest — “It’s the arrest of a man charged with a Wednesday afternoon assault and robbery of a cell phone at Nash St. & Key Blvd. Police made an arrest minutes later at Wilson Blvd. & Ft. Myer Dr.” [Dave Statter/X]

Motorcycle Crash on Langston Blvd — “Most of this crash Friday night occurred off-camera but you will get the idea. A motorcyclist on Langston Blvd heading toward Falls Church collided with a car at Washington Blvd. As you can see, apparently no serious injuries as the frustrated biker got up on their own.” [Dave Statter/X]

USS Arlington Visit — “Honored to host the USS Arlington’s Chief Petty Officers & their families at Station 5A for a special dinner this week. Grateful for the chance to connect, share a meal, and show appreciation for their service. Looking forward to more moments of fellowship.” [ACFD/X]

Local Energy Firm Optimistic — “Maggie McCarey, vice president of policy and strategy for Arlington geothermal developer Dandelion Energy, said her startup is “well-positioned” following the bill’s passage. The company sells geothermal heating and cooling systems to home developers across the country, and it appears to be unmoved by the bill.” [WBJ]

It’s Tuesday — Expect sunshine and a high near 79 degrees with a northwest wind of 5 to 7 mph. On Tuesday night, it will be partly cloudy and the temperature will drop to around 59 degrees. [NWS]

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