Restoration of the historic Cherry Hill Farmhouse was Falls Church’s gift to future generations during the American Bicentennial of 1976.
And now, city officials hope to use the nation’s upcoming 250th birthday to secure vital infrastructure improvements for the 180-year-old structure.
Robbery in Pentagon City — “The female suspect allegedly entered the business, concealed merchandise and exited the store without payment. Loss prevention personnel confronted the suspect outside the business and attempted to apprehend her during which she was noncompliant. Following a brief struggle, loss prevention personnel detained the suspect.” [ACPD]
TSA Nabs Another Gun at DCA — “A Virginia man was cited by police after Transportation Security Administration (TSA) officers at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport intercepted him with a firearm and 43 bullets at a security checkpoint yesterday (October 7). The 9mm firearm was loaded with 17 bullets and was packed alongside 26 additional bullets.” [Press Release]
Beyer Coming to Breakfast — U.S. Rep. Don Beyer will be on hand to encourage get-out-the-vote activity at the Arlington County Democratic Committee’s “Second Saturday” breakfast Oct. 12 in Shirlington. [Arlington Democrats]
Concert Series in F.C. — “Little City Concerts – recipient of multiple local arts grants including one from the Falls Church City Arts and Humanities Council – has launched its second season in the Little City, pairing social justice themes with intimate, innovative, and exaltant local performances.” [Falls Church Independent]
Watch Out for Deer — “The Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) and Department of Wildlife Resources (DWR) are reminding motorists that autumn is accompanied by deer mating season. Drivers should slow down and use caution as deer are more active and the potential for crashes increases.” [Press Release]
It’s Wednesday — Expect sunny skies and a high near 71 degrees, accompanied by a west wind at 5 to 10 mph. On Wednesday night, the sky will be clear, with the temperature dipping to a low of 47 degrees. [NWS]
Flickr pool photo by Jason Gooljar
Arlington’s Democrats and Republicans have squared off with diametrically opposing positions on the county’s package of bond referendums.
The Arlington County Democratic Committee earlier voted to support the five bonds on the Nov. 5 ballot, while the Arlington County Republican Committee more recently opted to oppose all five.
The still faint light at the end of the tunnel grows stronger week by week for Columbia Pike.
But that may be cold comfort for those facing at least 12 more months before years of construction are wrapped up.
By MATTHEW BARAKAT Associated Press
FALLS CHURCH, Va. (AP) — A coalition of immigrant-rights groups and the League of Women Voters in Virginia has filed a federal lawsuit accusing Republican Gov. Glenn Youngkin and Attorney General Jason Miyares of an ongoing “purge” of voter rolls that will disenfranchise legitimate voters.
Demolition has begun on the former Harris Teeter at 600 N. Glebe Road in Ballston.
The grocery store that relocated across the street this spring is now in the process of getting converted into temporary surface parking, Mary Senn, vice president of Southeastern Development Associates, confirmed.
An Alexandria man is facing numerous charges after police say he tried to attack officers after acting erratically in the Maywood neighborhood.
It happened around 6 p.m. Sunday, just north of Langston Blvd, and started when the man reportedly walked away from his car after leaving it running in the middle of the road.
Crystal City’s iconic Restaurant Row soon might lend its name to a nearby park.
Some members of the Arlington Park and Recreation Commission seemed to informally gravitate to the name, despite staff proposing several alternatives.
County Transportation Plan Update — “This month, Arlington County is launching an 18-month planning process to refresh Arlington’s Transportation Plan and reestablish priorities to guide transportation investments for the next 20 years. The process is being promoted as a campaign called Arlington’s Transportation Future, and the refreshed plan will be brought to the County Board for adoption mid-2026.” [Arlington County]
New Store at Pentagon City Mall — Hi Level Fashion, a men’s clothing retailer, has opened at Fashion Centre at Pentagon City, offering apparel and accessories from brands like G-Star, Lacoste, and Psycho Bunny. The store, on the mall’s third level near Nordstrom, joins recent additions including Uniqlo and Lululemon at the shopping center. [Simon]
Marymount Sets Anniversary Schedule — Marymount University has published a schedule of events for 2025 to mark the 75th anniversary of its founding. The institution opened in 1950 as a junior women’s college with an initial class of 13. [Marymount University]
Greens Support Rives for School Board — The Arlington Green Party has endorsed Forward Party candidate James “Vell” Rives IV for School Board in the Nov. 5 election. “If elected, Rives would be the only non-Democrat on the board and would widen experience on the School Board,” the party said in a statement. —Scott McCaffrey
It’s Tuesday — Expect sunny skies and a high of around 69 degrees, accompanied by a northwest wind at approximately 6 mph. The night will be mostly clear with a low of 49 degrees. [NWS]
There will be a several-week delay, pushing the matter into November, before Falls Church officials return to the issue of accessory-dwelling units.
The request to hold off for an additional two weeks was made by city staff as they work through potential zoning language before heading to the City Council chambers.
Arlington’s embrace of a more urban future was among the topics of discussion as local candidates recently competed in the political equivalent of speed-dating.
Hosted Oct. 6 by the League of Women Voters of Arlington & Alexandria City, the event gave voters the chance to spend 15 minutes at the table with each aspirant for County Board and School Board posts. When time was called, candidates stayed put and attendees rotated to the next table over the course of two hours.
Arlington has released the final design for a proposed overhaul of Gateway Park, featuring expanded dog parks, more tree cover and a new bridge.
Other elements include two play areas, “social groves” surrounded by natural landscaping and a large lawn with an event pavilion.
