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Local Leaders Release Statements About Latest Inmate Death at County Jail

Published October 8, 2021 at 11:30AM

A man died Tuesday after being found unresponsive in the medical unit of the Arlington County jail, prompting a regional law enforcement investigation and statements from local leaders.

Clyde Spencer, 58, was rushed to Virginia Hospital Center, where he later died. He is the sixth inmate at the jail to die over the past six years.

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Thorny Theft from Bon Air Prompts Vandalism Vigilance

By ARLnow.com

Published October 8, 2021 at 10:40AM

Arlington park ranger at the Bon Air Memorial Rose Garden (staff photo by Jay Westcott)

Arlington officials are asking residents to keep an eye on the Bon Air Rose Garden in Bluemont after a brazen bush burglary.

“Last Thursday, about a dozen rose bushes were removed from Bon Air Rose Garden,” Susan Kalish, the Public Relations Director for the Dept. of Parks and Recreation, told neighborhood leaders in an email yesterday. “It’s sad enough when someone cuts a bloom or two, but this act of vandalism is very disheartening.”

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Morning Notes

By ARLnow.com

Published October 8, 2021 at 7:30AM | Updated October 8, 2021 at 10:21AM

A military helicopter flies over The Lot in Clarendon (staff photo by Jay Westcott)

County Removing Illegal Campaign Signs — “Rules for placing campaign signage on the medians of roads owned by the Arlington County government are pretty straightforward – there is a limit of two signs per median strip per candidate (or party ticket). Anything more than that is a violation. This campaign season, it appears the campaigns of gubernatorial candidates Terry McAuliffe and Glenn Youngkin either don’t know the rules, or are disregarding them.” [Sun Gazette]

New Restaurants Open at DCA — From Reagan National Airport: “Big news! Mezeh and Wolfgang Bar + Bites are now open in the new concourse!” [Twitter]

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One Arrested After Robberies in Clarendon and Crystal City

By ARLnow.com

Published October 7, 2021 at 2:00PM

Arlington County Police cars (Staff photo by Jay Westcott)

Arlington police responded to a pair of robberies in two of the county’s busiest neighborhoods Wednesday afternoon and evening.

The first happened in Clarendon around 4 p.m. Initial reports suggested two people were assaulted and robbed outside the Sweetgreen along Clarendon Blvd. The suspect was spotted and arrested nearby, shortly after officers arrived on scene.

Schools

APS Warns Parents About New ‘Devious’ TikTok Challenges

By ARLnow.com

Published October 7, 2021 at 10:45AM

You’ve probably seen the headlines about a youth trend called “Devious Licks” that challenged students to steal or damage items at school and post video of the act on TikTok.

Now Arlington Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Francisco Durán is warning parents about additional challenges that encourage behavior that could result in the school system seeking police intervention.

Opinion

Morning Poll: Are You Stepping Up Your Clothing Purchases?

By ARLnow.com

Published October 7, 2021 at 9:45AM

Holding a mask while walking in Ballston (Staff Photo by Jay Westcott)

There wasn’t much of a need to update one’s wardrobe for the first year of the pandemic, with many folks stuck inside and Zoom calls serving as the primary exposure to the outside world.

With people returning to the office, however, and with travel and events ramping back up, that’s starting to change.

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Morning Notes

By ARLnow.com

Published October 7, 2021 at 7:30AM

Lockheed Downsizes Arlington Presence — “Lockheed Martin Corp. has re-upped its Crystal City presence, but for less space. The nation’s largest government contractor renewed its lease at 2121 Crystal Drive, but for only 180,000 square feet, downsizing from 220,000 square feet, according to CBRE. That 18% contraction accounts for one floor of the 12-story, 505,000-square-foot office building.” [Washington Business Journal]

More Office Interest in Ballston — “It’s masks on as Mark Witschorik readies for another tour at Ballston Exchange. The 783,000-square-foot office complex at the heart of the Arlington neighborhood was once the home of the National Science Foundation, but since it left in 2017, developer Jamestown has worked to bring new office users into the building… Witschorik, Jamestown’s senior vice president of asset management, says things are picking up.” [Washington Business Journal]

Around Town

Most Expensive Arlington Homes Sold in September

By ARLnow.com

Published October 7, 2021 at 5:00AM | Updated October 7, 2021 at 10:04AM

3911 Lorcom Lane (via Google Maps)

Welcome to October — it’s spooky season!

With a new month, it’s time to take a look back on some of the most expensive homes sold in Arlington in September. (For some, these price tags may be a bit spooky…)

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BREAKING: County Jail Inmate Dies After Being Taken to Hospital

By ARLnow.com

Published October 6, 2021 at 3:40PM | Updated October 6, 2021 at 5:21PM

Jail entrance at the Arlington County Detention Facility

(Update at 5:20 p.m.) A man being held at the Arlington County jail has died after being found unconscious yesterday morning.

Clyde Spencer, 58, was in the jail’s medical unit when he was found unresponsive around 6:30 a.m. Tuesday, according to a police department press release. He was rushed to Virginia Hospital Center following resuscitation efforts, but died last night. An exact cause of death was not given.

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Man Arrested After Rifle Found in Stolen Car Near School

By ARLnow.com

Published October 6, 2021 at 2:00PM

File photo

A D.C. man was arrested Monday after police say he was found in possession of a stolen car, a rifle and ammunition near Gunston Middle School.

The arrest was made Monday afternoon along 28th Road S., next to Gunston Park and within the school zone, but not on the actual school grounds.

Around Town

Arlington Pet of the Week: Honey

By ARLnow.com

Published October 6, 2021 at 12:30PM

Arlington Pet of the Week Honey (courtesy of Molly)

Say hi to Arlington’s latest Pet of the Week, Honey. This springer spaniel pup is quite an adventurer. She loves swimming at Donaldson Run and hiking in Rock Creek.

Honey’s mom shared more details about her life here in Arlington.

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Morning Notes

By ARLnow.com

Published October 6, 2021 at 7:30AM

Man Found Unconscious in Jail Cell — “A 58-year-old adult male has been transported to an area hospital for medical treatment after being found unconscious in his cell in the Arlington County Detention Facility. At approximately 6:30 a.m. on Oct. 5, 2021, the individual was found unconscious in his cell in the medical unit. Deputies and medical staff began immediate resuscitation efforts until the arrival of Arlington [County Fire Department] units. He was transported to Virginia Hospital Center for additional treatment and is in stable condition.” [Arlington County]

Expect More Pedestrians Near Schools — “On Wednesday, Oct. 6, Arlington Public Schools is taking part in Walk, Bike and Roll to School Day, an annual international celebration that encourages students to walk, bike or roll to school while teaching the health, environmental and community-building benefits of active transportation and safe routes to school.” [Arlington County]