Author: James Jarvis

James Jarvis covers county government, schools local politics, business openings, and development for both FFXnow and ARLnow. Originally from Fauquier County, he earned his bachelor’s degree in government from Franklin & Marshall College and his master’s degree in journalism from Georgetown University. Previously, he reported on Fairfax, Prince William, and Fauquier counties for Rappahannock Media/InsideNoVa.

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Snouts & Stouts indoor dog park and bar set to open next month in Green Valley

By James Jarvis
Front view rendering of the new indoor dog park and bar, Snouts & Stouts (courtesy of Snouts and Stouts)

An indoor dog park and bar is set to officially open its doors next month in the former home of New District Brewing.

Snouts & Stouts, located at 2709 S. Oakland Street in Green Valley, has announced it will start serving dogs and their humans on Saturday, Nov. 18.

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Cyclists and runners can grab free lights and high-visibility vests this week

By James Jarvis
Lighten Up Arlington gives out bike lights along Columbia Pike (courtesy of Bike Arlington/WalkArlington)

(Updated at 3:25 p.m.) Cyclists and runners can snag some free safety gear in Arlington later this week.

This Wednesday through Friday, BikeArlington and WalkArlington volunteers will be handing out free bicycle lights and reflective vests from 4-6 p.m.

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Arlington offering safe disposal of hazardous household items this Saturday

By James Jarvis
E-CARE event in 2021 at Yorktown High School (photo courtesy of Arlington County)

(Updated at 9:55 a.m.) Arlington residents can safely dispose of their old batteries, printer ink cartridges and other hazardous materials at Wakefield High School this Saturday.

The popular, biannual Arlington Environmental Collection and Recycling (E-CARE) event is set to take place at the high school, located at 1325 S. Dinwiddie Street, from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m., “rain or shine,” according to a county press release.

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A new boutique has opened in Clarendon

By James Jarvis
The Golden Fox Boutique at The Crossing in Clarendon (staff photo by James Jarvis)

A new boutique specializing in fashion, home goods and accessories opened at The Crossing Clarendon earlier this week.

Located at 2700 Clarendon Blvd, next to the soon-to-open Chip City, The Golden Fox Boutique offers a range of products from handmade soap and candles to locally-produced chocolate and eye-catching baby clothes.

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Photos: Neighborhoods across Arlington go all out for Halloween this year

By James Jarvis
Halloween decorations along N. Jackson Street in Ashton Heights in October 2023 (staff photo by Jay Wescott)

(Updated 6:15 p.m.) The residents of N. Jackson Street in Ashton Heights have gone all out again this Halloween but they’re not the only ones.

ARLnow also toured other parts of Arlington to size up the competition, and the surrounding neighborhoods did not disappoint.

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Bounce houses return to Lubber Run and Madison community centers starting this Saturday

By James Jarvis
Kids Inside moon bounce (courtesy of Arlington County Parks and Recreation Deptartment)

Starting this Saturday, Lubber Run and Madison Community Centers are set to become a haven for young bounce house enthusiasts.

Sponsored by the Arlington County Department of Parks and Recreation, the event, dubbed “Open Bounce,” runs every Saturday through April 6 — except for the Saturday before Christmas.

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Gov. Youngkin courts Hispanic voters in Pentagon City ahead of November election

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Gov. Glenn Youngkin shakes hands with Peruvian Brothers co-owner Giuseppe Lanzone (staff photo by James Jarvis)

Virginia Gov. Glenn Youngkin swung by the new Peruvian Brothers restaurant in Pentagon City yesterday to sizzle some lomo saltado and rally support from the Hispanic community.

The Tuesday afternoon visit came ahead of the pivotal November election, with control of the Virginia legislature in the balance. Youngkin wasted no time getting behind the grill of the fast-casual Peruvian eatery, which opened earlier this month on the ground floor of the Amazon’s HQ2.

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Spooktacular dog-friendly events are happening in Arlington this weekend

By James Jarvis
A dog in a costume on Columbia Pike (via Columbia Pike Partnership/Facebook)

This weekend, Arlington’s furry friends are ditching the sticks for Halloween treats.

Several local spots are going all out with pooch-friendly Halloween events but one venue is taking it to the next level.

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CDC director visits Arlington Free Clinic to promote vaccines during flu season

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CDC Director Dr. Mandy Cohen speaks to nurses and staff at the Arlington Free Clinic (staff photo by James Jarvis)

As flu season ramps up, the director of Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) stopped by the Arlington Free Clinic today to rally the healthcare troops.

Dr. Mandy Cohen stopped in Arlington on Tuesday as part of a nationwide tour aimed at boosting vaccinations for Covid and other illnesses, including the flu and respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), while reminding healthcare workers why it is crucial to urge patients to get their vaccinations.

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Chinese eatery Tiger Dumpling set to open this week in Clarendon

By James Jarvis
Tiger Dumplings in Clarendon (staff photo by James Jarvis)

A new restaurant specializing in Chinese dumplings will celebrate its grand opening later this week in Clarendon.

Tiger Dumpling is slated for an official opening this Friday. It joins a handful of restaurants, including O’Sullivan’s Irish Pub and Stone Hot Pizza, in a retail strip along the 3200 block of Washington Blvd.

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Secretary Blinken inaugurates new facility at State Dept. training center in Arlington

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U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken addresses the crowd during a building dedication ceremony at the National Foreign Affairs Training Center (staff photo by James Jarvis)

(Updated 10/26/23) U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken inaugurated a 200,000-square-foot building at the Arlington-based National Foreign Affairs Training Center yesterday.

The $121.2 million, federally funded facility, dubbed “Building B,” opened in 2022. It aims to expand the training center’s capacity, which has seen a surge in recruitment over the last two years, according to State Department officials.

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With fall foliage peaking in Arlington, vacuum leaf collection to begin in three weeks

By James Jarvis
Leaf collection underway in Westover (staff photo by Jay Westcott)

Northern Virginia is now reaching peak foliage, meaning it is almost time for Arlington County’s annual leaf collection service.

Up to 50% of trees in the region have changed colors, though some patches will not turn red, orange or yellow until later this season, per the Virginia Fall Foliage Report.

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