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Flyover Planned Today — From AlertDC: “The U.S. Military will conduct an aircraft flyover in the National Capital Region over Arlington National Cemetery on Wednesday, June 25, 2025, at 11:10AM.”

Spanberger Stop at Freddie’s — “Join Congresswoman Abigail Spanberger on a stop on her Span Virginia Bus Tour across the Commonwealth for a Pride event at Freddie’s in Arlington.” [Spanberger for Governor]

Gunshot in Ballston Building — “The male victim was inside his residence when he observed damage to the interior of his home. No injuries were reported. During the course of the investigation, evidence of a shot being fired was recovered. The investigation into the circumstances of this incident is ongoing.” [ACPD]

Crash in Crystal City — “Making a right turn from the left lane may be hazardous to someone’s health. In this case, a motorcyclist. This afternoon, on Crystal Drive in Crystal City.” [Dave Statter/X]

Ebbin vs. Youngkin Picks — “A group of Virginia Senate Democrats sued the leaders of the governing boards at three public universities, an unusual step that escalated their effort to remove several of Gov. Glenn Youngkin’s board appointees amid a fight over how to govern the state’s colleges.” [Washington Post, Sen. Adam Ebbin/X]

Beyer Worried About Va. Economy — “Congressman Don Beyer (D-VA)… today expressed rising concern over Virginia’s economy, after monthly data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) showed that the Commonwealth’s unemployment rate had risen for the fifth consecutive month. The increase brought Virginia’s unemployment rate to 3.4 percent, its highest level since August 2021.” [Press Release]

Public Comment for Aging Plan — “The Arlington Area Plan for Aging Services for Federal FY 2026 is now available for public review and comment June 23rd through July 22nd.  This is your opportunity to make your voice heard and contribute to decisions directly impacting the Older Americans Act funding that serves older adults and their caregivers.” [Arlington County]

Child Care Pilot — From the Arlington Chamber of Commerce: “On June 16, community leaders, business owners, and child care providers convened to launch the Arlington Child Care Alliance and endorse a pilot initiative to improve child care access and affordability.” [Press Release]

It’s Wednesday — Expect sunny and hot conditions with temperatures reaching a high near 97 and heat index values up to 107, accompanied by a northwest wind at 3 to 6 mph. Wednesday night brings a 30% chance of showers and thunderstorms, with partly cloudy skies and a low around 76. [NWS]

Speed Cams on for Summer School — “The Arlington Public Schools (APS) Summer School Program will run from July 7 through August 1, 2025. To ensure the safety of students as they arrive and depart from school each day, PhotoSPEED safety cameras located at Summer School locations will remain operational throughout the duration of summer learning.” [ACPD]

Arrest After Bus Shelter Smashed — “The man we showed getting arrested by @ArlingtonVaPD at East Falls Church Metro is being investigated by @MetroTransitPD after this bus shelter was smashed last night.” [Dave Statter/X]

Woman Assaulted After Opening Door — “At approximately 12:59 p.m. on June 19, police were dispatched to the report of a suspicious person. Upon arrival, it was determined the female suspect knocked on the female victim’s door. When the victim opened the door, the suspect grabbed the victim, forcing her out of the residence, before making entry to the home. The victim sustained serious, non-life threatening injuries and was transported to an area hospital.” [ACPD]

Shoplifting Arrest in Courthouse Metro — “An officer was inside a business when an employee reported a shoplifting just occurred. A lookout was broadcast and the officer located an individual matching the description of the suspect inside the Courthouse Metro Station. The officer attempted to detain the suspect during which he was non-compliant. With the assistance of additional responding officers, he was taken into custody. While in custody, the suspect grabbed two officers.” [ACPD]

Lane Change Crash on I-395 — “Remember, it’s all about you getting to your exit. Nothing else matters. Not the person who slammed on their brakes when you stopped in the middle of the interstate highway. Not the drivers behind them who could have crashed. Not the person whose day you ruined when you pulled in front of them, crunching their car.” [Dave Statter/X]

Arlington Jail, 100 Years Ago — “June 23, 1925 — An investigative story found conditions in Arlington County jail were deplorable #100yearsagotoday. There was overcrowding, 50 people in a space meant for 27, vermin, stench and a single wash basin. It was routine for someone held on a traffic violation to spend the night there.” [Petula Dvorak/IG]

JBG Looking Outside Nat’l Landing — “JBG Smith Properties Inc. has made it official: The Bethesda developer acknowledged Friday that it’s actively exploring acquisition opportunities beyond National Landing. The shift in strategy came in a news release announcing the company’s purchase of Tysons Dulles Plaza in Tysons.” [WBJ]

Va. Home Prices Rise — “There were 10,649 closed sales across the commonwealth in May, 66 fewer sales than a year ago—a 0.6% decrease. Despite lower sales levels, home prices continued to rise in most local markets. Virginia’s median sales price was $440,000 in May, up $15,000 since last year, reflecting a 3.5% increase.” [Press Release]

It’s Tuesday — Expect a sunny, hot day with temperatures reaching up to 101°F and heat index values as high as 111°F, accompanied by a 3 to 6 mph northwest wind. The nighttime will be mostly clear with a low temperature around 79°F and a light northwest breeze. [NWS]