The three 2024 William T. Newman Jr. Spirit of Community Award took widely divergent paths on the road to civic leadership.
But the recipients share a number of commonalities, as well.
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Things weren’t official until the Electoral Board convened Thursday evening (Nov. 14) to certify it, but Arlington’s vote count for the 2024 election is now complete.
“At this point it’s really just double-checking everything,” county elections director Gretchen Reinemeyer said at the start of a post-election Electoral Board meeting held Wednesday (Nov. 13).
Arlington school leaders Thursday night (Nov. 14) took a victory lap, congratulating students and staff for athletic achievements during the fall season.
“There’s a lot of great success happening,” Superintendent Francisco Durán told School Board members.
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Update on 7/2/25: The suspect in this case was acquitted, DC News Now reports.
Earlier: An Arlington Public Schools employee has been arrested after allegedly soliciting sex from an underage female student.
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The Arlington County government has just unveiled an updated map showing roadway conditions for bicyclists.
Should a similar effort be undertaken to gauge the quality of sidewalks across the county?
Is 2025 the year Falls Church follows neighboring Arlington in enacting ranked-choice voting to elect its governing body?
It’s a question that will be answered in coming months by the seven-member City Council, whose members will have to address both logistical and philosophical issues before coming to a decision and setting the timetable.
Arlington’s tree canopy may be on a slight upswing, according to county officials.
But that doesn’t necessarily mean there are more trees in the community.
Busy Travel Season Expected — “With over 50 million passengers traveling through Washington’s airports in 2024, the Airports Authority is preparing for record travel volumes throughout the upcoming holiday season. During busy weekends and holidays… passengers may experience heavily congested airport-area roads, limited parking availability and bustling terminals.” [Press Release]
Big Donation for Marymount — “Marymount University’s continued momentum is fueled by transformative gifts… In the latest example of this generosity, a recent $1 million donation from Terry Thompson — a Marymount Board of Trustees member since 2022 — will make a significant impact on both Women’s Athletics and Honors Program scholarships.” [Marymount University]
Warby Parker Opening in Clarendon — Warby Parker, the eyeglasses retailer and optometry office, will celebrate a grand opening 10 a.m. Saturday at its new location at The Crossing Clarendon. The event at 2800 Clarendon Blvd feature free treats from Good Company Doughnuts and tote bags with purchase. —Katie Taranto
Rosslyn Crash on Camera — From Dave Statter: “From a distant camera on I-66, another red light runner crash with injuries on N. Lynn Street at Langston Blvd. eastbound.” [Twitter]
Hamster Up for Adoption — From the Animal Welfare League of Arlington: “Who’s the cutest little snack-sized friend? It’s Brownie! This adorable hamster is ready to scurry her way into your heart. With her tiny paws, twitchy nose, and a personality as sweet as her name, Brownie is the perfect companion.” [Facebook]
It’s Friday — Expect scattered showers to end by 7am, followed by patchy fog clearing by 9am. The sky will transition from cloudy to mostly sunny, with temperatures reaching a high near 56 degrees. A northwest wind will blow at 6 to 10 mph. Friday night will be mostly clear, with a low temperature around 45 degrees and the northwest wind at 8 to 11 mph. [NWS]
Plans for a new $177 million west entrance to the Ballston Metro station are beginning to solidify.
Proposed plans for the project, meant to reduce congestion and improve access to areas west of the station, were published last month.
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A man accused of carrying out a spate of armed robberies across the D.C. area — including four in Arlington — has been arrested.
Antonio Kingsbury, 36, is accused of committing at least 17 armed robberies between Jan. 9 and Nov. 7, including at several establishments along Columbia Pike, according to federal prosecutors.
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Three suspects were apprehended this morning after an armed robbery at a local CVS store.
The robbery happened around 6:45 a.m., at the CVS next to the Courthouse Metro station. Initial reports suggest one of the suspects pulled a knife on a CVS employee before fleeing with stolen items.
By OLIVIA DIAZ Associated Press/Report for America
RICHMOND, Va. (AP) — Democrats who control both chambers of the Virginia legislature are hoping to make good on promises made on the campaign trail, including becoming the first Southern state to expand constitutional protections for abortion access.