Gravelly Point Back Open — “Update: Gravelly Point and the Mount Vernon Trail have reopened.” The trail and popular plane watching spot closed in the aftermath of last month’s deadly midair crash, to allow first responders and recovery operations to stage in the Gravelly Point parking lot. [U.S. Park Police/X]
Local Funding Freeze Impact — “Public safety programs that work to reduce recidivism and help victims of violence will be threatened by the Trump Administration’s efforts to freeze federal grants and loans, according to Arlington’s top prosecutor.” [Patch]
Bus Picks Up Dogs for Fitness Sessions — “Two local entrepreneurs have joined forces on a new venture that’s really for the dogs—Club Canine Cardio at Snouts & Stouts. The doggie daycare program brings fitness sessions for furry friends to the lower level of Snouts & Stouts, an 11,000-square-foot indoor dog park with a restaurant and bar in Shirlington.” [Arlington Magazine]
New Recognition for Marymount — “Marymount University has reached a significant milestone in its Strategic Plan trajectory as it has been designated a Research University for 2025 by the American Council on Education (ACE) and the Carnegie Foundation. This recognition reflects the institution’s commitment to advancing knowledge, fostering innovation and addressing pressing societal challenges through impactful research initiatives.” [Press Release]
Police Hosting Summer Camps — “The Arlington County Police Department is committed to working proactively with Arlington youth and is excited to offer fun and educational youth camp opportunities during Summer 2025. Applications for the following camps close on Sunday, May 4 at 11:59 p.m. The application to each of these camps may close earlier if all spots are filled before the deadline.” [ACPD]
GW Parkway Bill Fails — “A bill in Virginia that would allow state and local police departments to enforce traffic laws on the federally owned George Washington Memorial Parkway failed to advance in Richmond. Senate Bill 776, introduced by Sen. Scott Surovell (D-Fairfax County) passed the Senate before it crossed over to the House.” [WUSA 9]
F.C. Paper Takes on Trump — “Just like the City of Falls Church, this newspaper is unapologetically both “woke,” pro-DEI, and resolved to remain vigilant in the protection of the values those terms represent as we stare at the menacing forces that are now emanating from across the Potomac.” [FCNP]
No Tysons Casino for Now — “Lawmakers deciding on a controversial bill to develop a casino and entertainment complex in Tysons Corner tabled a decision Wednesday… Senate Majority Leader Scott Surovell’s Senate Bill 982 would have added Fairfax County to the list of Virginia localities eligible to develop a casino that backers say would bring jobs and revenue for the county and commonwealth.” [FFXnow]
Snow Possible Next Week — “Models… are fairly consistent in showing the potential for a more wintry storm around Wednesday or Thursday next week. Most models show some key ingredients for a snowstorm in our region.” [CWG]
It’s Friday — Expect sunny skies and a high around 38 degrees, accompanied by a northwest wind ranging from 8 to 13 mph, and gusts reaching up to 21 mph. On Friday night clouds will increase as temperatures drop to around 27 degrees, with initially calm winds picking up to 5 mph from the southeast after midnight. [NWS]
