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Here in Arlington, real estate is a spectator sport. Let’s take a look at some of the most and least expensive single-family homes sold last month (May 2024).
Most expensive single-family homes sold
A man armed with an axe tried to rob a business in Ballston before leading police on a foot chase, according to ACPD.
The incident started just before 5:30 p.m. Saturday on the 4200 block of Fairfax Drive, at the Cigars Unlimited shop. The man allegedly shattered a display case before fleeing the store.
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Outdoor Lab Documentary — “A great-granddaughter of the founder of the Arlington Outdoor Lab has embarked on a documentary about the Fauquier County facility, which for more than 60 years has provided Arlington students the opportunity to learn about nature while having fun.” [Gazette Leader]
Another Gun Caught at DCA — “While searching the carry-on items of a Capitol Heights man at an airport checkpoint, TSA officers found a 5.7 caliber firearm loaded with 23 bullets, including one in the chamber. The traveler told officials that he’d forgotten that he had the firearm with him.” [Patch]
The Pentagon City mall was evacuated Saturday evening due to a suspicious vehicle in an adjacent parking garage.
Arlington County police and the bomb squad investigated over the course of several hours. Photos and video from the scene showed a large emergency response and authorities operating an unmanned vehicle to inspect the car.
Local and state authorities are investigating after a dead bear was found in a plastic bag in Arlington.
A Nextdoor user posted about the grisly discovery Friday, before authorities were called.
Good Friday evening, Arlington. Let’s take a look back at today’s stories and a look forward to tomorrow’s event calendar.
The following articles were published earlier today — May 31, 2024.
Since it’s Friday, we’ve also compiled a list of the most-read articles of the week, below.
Here is what’s going on Saturday in Arlington, from our event calendar.
Here are the events planned for Sunday:
Expect sunshine and a high of around 82 degrees, accompanied by light and variable winds that will shift to the southwest at approximately 5 mph in the afternoon. As the evening approaches, the skies will become partly cloudy, bringing a slight dip in temperature to a low of around 63 degrees. A south wind blowing at around 6 mph will accompany the nighttime conditions. See more from Weather.gov.
“A person who never made a mistake never tried anything new.”
– Albert Einstein
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We hope you have a great weekend, Arlington! Feel free to discuss the most-read stories of the week, the upcoming weekend events or anything else of local interest in the comments. 👋
Address: 5214 11th Street N.
Neighborhood: Lacey Forest
Type: 5 BR, 4 (+1 half) BA single-family detached — 4,000 sq. ft.
Listed: $1,899,000
Noteworthy: Quality built in 2020, 5 BR/4.5 BA in Cardinal/Swanson/Washington-Liberty school pyramid
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Arlington County police are investigating a robbery and stabbing outside of Thomas Jefferson Middle School.
The incident happened around 11 a.m. Friday behind the school at 125 S. Old Glebe Road.
Arlington County is taking steps to unilaterally secure and demolish the vacant Key Bridge Marriott in Rosslyn.
The county announced Friday morning that it has declared the property at 1401 Langston Blvd a “public nuisance… due to its unsafe and unsanitary conditions.”
Prepping for Hurricane Season — “The 2024 Atlantic hurricane season officially begins on June 1, and it is shaping up to be a busy one. This year, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Association (NOAA) predicts an above normal hurricane season, with more frequent and stronger storms predicted. With this heightened risk, being prepared is more critical than ever. Preparing for emergencies before they strike can significantly reduce stress and ensure your family’s safety.” [Arlington County]
Superintendent Wants Fewer Suspensions — “Would arbitrarily reducing the number of Arlington Public Schools students suspended in a given year be a net plus or net minus for those students and the broader school community? That’s a decision School Board members will have to grapple with over the coming month, although Superintendent Francisco Durán and his top staff already have made their preference known.” [Gazette Leader]
Arlington Pride Event This Weekend — “On Saturday, June 1st, all are welcome to stop by the Arlington Pride Block Party and celebrate the culture, history, diversity and LGBTQIA+ community that lives, works and plays in one of Arlington’s most colorful and vibrant community. The Arlington Pride kick-off Block Party will take place from 4:30 pm – 9:30 pm at Water Park.” [Event]
Marymount’s Increasing Sports Focus — “While summer often evokes relaxation and leisure, Marymount University tennis coach and visiting professor Tim Bainton will spend the season laying the groundwork for a thriving sports management program as he plans new classes and events for the upcoming year.” [Marymount University]
Strong Finishes for Wakefield Track — “With a combined five first-place finishes by individuals, the Wakefield Warriors girls and boys teams each finished second in the 6D North Region outdoor track and field championships. The boys had three winners and the girls two at the recent two-day high-school meet at South Lakes High School in Reston.” [Gazette Leader]
It’s Friday — Expect sunshine and a high around 75 degrees with a north wind of 8 to 13 mph. In the evening, clear skies will persist, and the temperature will drop to about 56 degrees, accompanied by a west wind of 3 to 5 mph. [NWS]
Good Thursday evening, Arlington. Let’s take a look back at today’s stories and a look forward to tomorrow’s event calendar.
The following articles were published earlier today — May 30, 2024.
Here is what’s going on Friday in Arlington, from our event calendar.
Expect sunshine and a high around 75 degrees with a north wind of 8 to 13 mph. In the evening, clear skies will persist, and the temperature will drop to about 56 degrees, accompanied by a west wind of 3 to 5 mph. See more from Weather.gov.
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The MonumentCam screenshot above is used with permission of the Trust for the National Mall and courtesy of EarthCam.
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