Hot Shoppes restaurant on Langston Blvd, circa 1930s
Arlington is home to some establishments marked by decades of relationship building and serving the community. From bars to bakeries, these mainstays are local favorites.
Spacious outdoor seating, patios and decks can be found at restaurants across Arlington. Whether you’re grabbing small bites, dinner or drinks, these outdoor spots are great to share with company.
Warmer weather outside calls for a refreshing sweet treat. Whether you prefer it in a cone or a cup, ice cream shops across Arlington offer a variety of handmade, sugary confections.
Person holding cash (photo by Alexander Mils on Unsplash)
There is increasing evidence to support worries about the local and national economy.
The 7.9% drop in the S&P 500 from Jan. 20-April 25 was the worst stock market performance to start the first 100 days of a presidential term since Richard Nixon, per reports earlier this week. Yesterday brought two additional data points: an estimated 0.3% drop in U.S. GDP during the first three months of the year, and a 60% year-over-year jump in Arlington’s unemployment rate.
Arlington’s congressman says that all adds up to an “increasingly grim picture.”
“The economic warning lights are all flashing red,” Rep. Don Beyer (D-Va.) said in a press release sharply critical of the Trump administration.
Northern Virginia business leaders are also worried about the local economic outlook, despite optimism earlier this year, the Washington Business Journal reported Wednesday.
Given everything going on with the economy, we’re wondering how that’s affecting local residents and — specifically — their spending decisions.
In March, 65% of poll respondents said they were “very worried” about the local economy given the impact of DOGE cuts to the federal government. Two months later, are those worries — and new tariff and economic concerns — translating to a tighter grip on one’s pursestrings? Let’s find out.
Spring storm season is around the corner, bringing windy, rainy nights and potentially, roof damage. Fortunately, there’s several highly rated roofing companies in and around Arlington, providing top-notch repair services, cleaning and more.
Spring has sprung, providing both fair weather and ideal biking conditions. Arlington has plenty of spots to find the perfect bike, buy gear or see a trusted mechanic for repairs.
People out at Gravelly Point on a warm early spring day (Flickr pool photo by Jason Gooljar)
Arlington Public Schools and other local school systems are on spring break this week. Have you noticed?
Between schools being off and holidays like Easter and Passover, it’s a popular time for travel. Does it seem like there are fewer people on the roads, at local restaurants and stores, and elsewhere, as a result?
During spring break last year 70% of poll respondents said they were aware Arlington students were on break. This year, meanwhile, the parking lot at National Airport is currently near capacity. And things are slower digitally — ARLnow’s readership is about 60-65% of normal to start the week.
Does all that translate to real world observations around Arlington? Let’s find out.
It’s recommended that homeowners clean their gutters at least twice a year. Now is as great a time as ever to get that done, and there’s plenty of local companies who can do the job for you.
Here are the nominees for “Top Gutter Cleaning or Installation in Arlington” as part of our ARLnow Readers’ Choice awards.
Did we miss your go-to service provider? Write them in!
Voting will close in two weeks.
Voting for Best Playground in Arlington is still taking place. Be sure to cast your vote before voting closes next Friday at 9 a.m.
Two weeks ago, we voted on the Best Landscaper in Arlington. The results are now official:
Pedestrian-only zones have been all the rage in Arlington’s southern neighbor Alexandria recently. Should that trend come to Shirlington next?
Logan, an Arlington County Community High School senior reached out to ARLnow saying they’re working on a project about turning Campbell Avenue in Shirlington into a pedestrian-only zone and wanted to see if there was interest or concerns from Arlington residents.
