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Arlington Pet of the Week: Mandrake

Published March 15, 2017 at 12:15PM

This week’s Arlington Pet of the Week is Mandrake, an active dog who also loves to snuggle. Here is what Caren, Mandrake’s owner, has to say about him:

Mandrake is a 3-year-old goofy Coon mix who loves to run, jump, chase his tail, go on hikes, bark at nothing and then snuggle with his humans on their laps. He is an alum of Woof’s Training, but he doesn’t always put his degree to use…

Weather

Three Hours Left to Shovel Your Sidewalk

By ARLnow.com

Published March 15, 2017 at 11:05AM

Arlington’s snow removal ordinance requires that sidewalks be shoveled within 24 hours of the end of a snow event with six inches or less of accumulation. As far as the county is concerned, Tuesday’s snowstorm ended at 2 p.m., and thus the sidewalk deadline today is 2 p.m.

If you’ve procrastinated, you might be in for a tough task. Temperatures in the low 20s means that uncleared snow and sleet has turned into a barely penetrable mat of ice.

News

Man Arrested Near EFC Metro After Running from Police, Assaulting Officer

By ARLnow.com

Published March 15, 2017 at 10:10AM

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The incident happened just before 2:30 p.m. Police say the man ran when approached by an officer on patrol. The pursuit ended on the 6700 block of 19th Road N. when, according to police, the man struck an officer and was tased.

More from Arlington County Police Department spokeswoman Ashley Savage:

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Morning Poll: Grade Arlington’s Snow Removal Effort

By ARLnow.com

Published March 15, 2017 at 9:15AM

Approved this past summer, the new policy had snow crews clearing major roads and neighborhood streets concurrently, a change from the previous practice of only tackling neighborhood streets after arterial streets were totally clear.

The old policy led to complaints (and snow vigilantism) from residents that by the time crews got to their neighborhood, the snow had become so compacted or icy that it was hard for the plows to fully remove.

Weather

Wind Advisory Issued As Schools Open on Two Hour Delay

By ARLnow.com

Published March 15, 2017 at 8:20AM

Frigid, icy conditions have prompted Arlington Public Schools to open on a two-hour delay today.

From APS:

Weather

VDOT Warns of Black Ice Overnight

By ARLnow.com

Published March 14, 2017 at 5:00PM

A refreeze overnight will turn what melted following this morning’s snow and sleet storm into a hazard on roads and sidewalks.

Despite efforts to plow and salt the streets, VDOT is warning that barely-visible black ice could cause accidents during the Wednesday morning commute.

Traffic

TRAFFIC ALERT: Overturned Vehicle on I-66

By ARLnow.com

Published March 14, 2017 at 4:25PM

A car flipped on its roof on eastbound I-66 around the start of Tuesday evening’s rush hour.

The crash happened around 4:15 p.m. in the area of N. Westmoreland Street. The occupants of the vehicle were able to get out and no serious injuries were reported.

News

Large Power Outage in Pentagon City

By ARLnow.com

Published March 14, 2017 at 11:00AM

Traffic lights are dark and nearly 2,200 Dominion customers are without power in the Pentagon City area.

So far there’s no word on what caused the outage.

News

Morning Notes

By ARLnow.com

Published March 14, 2017 at 9:35AM

Arlington Sports Hall of Fame Seeks Permanent Venue — There is an Arlington Sports Hall of Fame, but it does not have a permanent home. Boosters are seeking to change that, discussing a possible display in Arlington Central Library. [InsideNova]

Local Man Graduates Parris Island With Honors — Arlington native Allen M. Gibbs has graduated from Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island with honors. [Beaufort Gazette]

Weather

County Government, Schools Closed Due to Icy Conditions

By ARLnow.com

Published March 14, 2017 at 8:05AM | Updated June 29, 2018 at 10:57AM

Local roads remain partially snow and slush covered, though traffic is very light. ART buses are operating on a “severe” service schedule, while Metrobuses are operating on a “moderate” snow plan. The Metrorail system is open and operating on a Saturday schedule.

APS announced just after 4 a.m. that it would be closed today.

News

Police Investigating Reported Home Invasion Robbery in Shirlington Apartment Building

By ARLnow.com

Published March 13, 2017 at 6:15PM | Updated March 13, 2017 at 9:38PM

(Updated at 9:40 p.m.) Police responded to a home invasion robbery on the 4500 block of 31st Street S., between Shirlington and Fairlington, Tuesday evening.

Initial reports suggest a group of people armed with at least one gun broke into an apartment, possibly pistol whipped one of the occupants and stole some items. They then reportedly fled the in two cars.

Weather

Arlington County, Virginia State Police Prepare for Snowstorm

By ARLnow.com

Published March 13, 2017 at 3:50PM | Updated March 13, 2017 at 4:30PM

Arlington County, Virginia State Police and other local jurisdictions and agencies are bracing for the late-season snowstorm that’s expected to bring several inches of snow and sleet to our region starting tonight.

After-school activities and sporting events are being cancelled en masse tonight and officials are preparing for what may be a messy commute at best or major travel disruptions at worst tomorrow. In addition to problems on the roads, widespread flight cancellations are also expected at local airports.