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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 — Mar 1, 2024.
Rustico is closing its doors in Ballston.
The craft-beer-centric restaurant serving “artisan pizza” and “creative American cuisine” at 4075 Wilson Blvd plans to welcome its last customers on Sunday, March 10.
Car Fire Near Ballston — A vehicle caught fire in the northbound lanes of N. Glebe Road near 16th Street N. yesterday morning, closing the busy artery for an extended period of time. [Twitter]
Local Republicans Oppose Arena — From the Arlington GOP: “Arlington Republicans issued a “snap poll” to see whether our members supported or opposed the Potomac Yard stadium proposal. While the Committee hasn’t taken a position on this matter, here are the results after ~24 hours.” [Twitter]
Noteworthy: Beautifully Renovated Colonial in Lyon Village
Welcome to this beautiful 1940 Colonial on Key Boulevard in Lyon Village. This classic home blends traditional charm with modern updates.
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 — Feb 29, 2024.
Arlington’s public safety drones are ready to fly, the county announced this morning.
The drones “are an additional tool for first responders and provide enhanced operational capability, safety, and situational awareness in support of public safety,” the county said.
Flyover Expected This Afternoon — From AlertDC: “The US Military will be conducting a flyover in the National Capital Region, at the Arlington National Cemetery, on Thursday, February 29, 2024 at 1:30 PM.”
Anti-Hate Rally — “A ‘Rally Against Hate’ is planned at a local church to respond to an act of vandalism and possible hate crime in the Yorktown neighborhood. It’s taking place at 11 a.m. at the Rock Spring Congregational Church this Friday, March 1.” [Instagram]
Good Wednesday 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 — Feb 28, 2024.
Local news is a tough business, especially in 2024.
The recent, unfortunate closure of DCist illustrates how fragile of a thing it is. ARLnow has sustained our commitment to online-only local news for 14 years thanks to dogged editorial and business teams — and conservative budgeting.
An Arlington firefighter noted for his problem-solving ability, passion for the community and conspicuous moustache has received statewide recognition.
Lieutenant Henry Spencer was just named Virginia Firefighter of the Year, the Arlington County Fire Department announced today.
Body Found in Ballston Home — “The new owners of a property in Arlington County, Virginia, found human remains during a walk-through Monday afternoon, police say. Officers were called to ‘suspicious circumstances’ in the 1300 block of N. Taylor Street at about 4:50 p.m., according to Arlington County police. The property is located in the Ballston area. The medical examiner is working to identify the person and determine how they died.” [NBC 4, Fox 5]
Local GOPers Blasts Alexandria Arena — “As Republican leaders in Northern Virginia, we are deeply disappointed by Republican Governor Glenn Youngkin’s proposal to commit nearly $1.5 billion in state funds to subsidize billionaire Ted Leonsis’ relocation of the Washington Capitals and Wizards to Potomac Yard. As residents living just a few miles from the proposed stadium site in Alexandria, our concerns about the project are also profoundly personal.” [Substack, ALXnow]
Good Tuesday 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 — Feb 27, 2024.
