Good morning, Arlington. Dana here. It’s Friday, August 20: National Radio Day and Demi Lovato’s 29th birthday.
Morning Notes
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Marymount University’s Main House on its North Arlington campus has a sprawling front lawn once again.
On Sunday, the university wrapped up two weeks of construction that turned the concrete parking lot at 2807 N. Glebe Road into a green space. Now, Marymount leaders envision the school community using the space for recreation and picnics.
Address: 989 S Buchanan Street #416
Neighborhood: Barcroft
Type: 1 BR, 1 BA condo – 576 sq. ft.
Listed: $349,900
Noteworthy: A contemporary condo that blends style, efficiency and convenience.
Welcome to Trafalgar Flats, where value doesn’t mean sacrificing style. Built in 2019, this one-bedroom, one-bath condo includes contemporary finishes, washer and dryer in-unit, and garage parking. With a low condo fee ($290/Month), that means more financial freedom to enjoy the multiple shopping centers, dining options and entertainment close by.
Greeted by over-sized windows, natural light fills the open concept layout and soaring 10 ft. ceilings. The galley kitchen features updated cabinetry and hardware. The stainless steel appliances include a double-door fridge with ice maker, standard-size stove and dishwasher. The modern aesthetics continue into the full bath with a stand-up shower and plenty of storage.
Trafalgar Flats’ amenities package meets modern creature comforts. The fitness center is equipped with multiple cardio and weight lifting machines, making for no excuse to not work out. The expansive picnic area is a great space to grill-out and host during warm weather.
Situated in the heart of South Arlington, the property is centrally located among multiple retail centers, restaurants and recreation. Step right out the door to enjoy the W&OD Trail, Four Mile Run Trail, and multiple county parks. Take advantage of the plethora of programs at Arlington Mill and Barcroft Community Centers. Just a short drive to Shirlington & Bailey’s Crossroads for all your dining and shopping needs.
Listed by:
Carolanne Korolowicz – Eli Residential Group
[email protected]
(571) 499-1481
The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) is a federal law that requires that a free appropriate public education (FAPE) be provided to eligible children with disabilities and ensures special education and related services to those children. Despite those requirements and assurances, special education (SpEd) students in Arlington Public Schools are in crisis. The system that should be supporting and reinforcing them is broken.
Often, a parent must wait for their child to fail in order to get school administrators, referred to as the Local Education Agency (“LEA”), to refer their child for an evaluation. Preventive measures are virtually nonexistent. This “wait-to-fail” model results in extensive collateral damage to students academically, psychologically, emotionally and physically. The fallout is not only borne by these students and their families, but also by their teachers and classmates. Everyone is impacted — directly or indirectly.
This year’s Very Godly VBS, inspired by The Titan’s Curse, invites children into the world of Camp Half-Blood to explore faith, courage, belonging, and community through storytelling, music, crafts, games, science, and reflection in a fun and welcoming environment for all.
Location: The Falls Church
Arlington is under yet another Flash Flood Watch.
The National Weather Service says that overnight downpours are expected and could cause flash flooding in the D.C. area.
Friday, May 29, 2026
8pm (Doors open at 7)
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(Updated 11:40 a.m.) Last October, 46-year-old D.C. resident Darryl Becton died in his cell at the Arlington County Detention Facility in Courthouse.
The county is still looking into the circumstances around his death, but the Arlington County Police Department tells ARLnow the investigation could soon be concluded.
Arlington County plans to resurface a stretch of N. Lynn Street in Rosslyn to improve the driving and cycling experience.
The project is part of the county’s annual effort to resurface about 100 lane miles of roadway, prioritizing those in the most need of upgrades and those adjacent to development, schools or county-led capital projects. It is the second of two “complete streets” resurfacing projects proposed for 2021, the other being changes to Wilson Blvd in the Bluemont neighborhood.
It’s the subject of humor, t-shirts and desire.
Now there’s some actual, tangible progress that can advance the much-discussed idea for a Rosslyn-Georgetown gondola.
Some Automatic Ped Signals Ending — “The County will be rolling back automatic pedestrian phase activations at several signalized intersections across Arlington. This measure was enacted in 2020 in response to low traffic volumes due to the COVID-19 pandemic and to minimize the need to press push buttons to trigger the pedestrian phase at a signal. This initiative was accompanied by ‘Do Not Push’ signage posted at various intersections.” [Arlington County, Twitter]
Mostly Back to Usual for School Buses — “APS will operate with normal bus capacity and follow normal procedures. Properly fitted masks are required for everyone on school buses and inside schools. There will be no temperature checks or verification of health screening completion upon arrival at the bus or school. Families will continue to receive the daily Qualtrics Symptom Screener as a reminder to complete health screening with their children prior to arrival at the bus, and to check temperatures daily. Please keep students home if they are sick.” [Arlington Public Schools]
In the market for a job? Whether you’re looking for a part-time gig or full-time role, there are plenty of openings around Arlington.
We scoured job boards and company sites to find new opportunities posted in the past seven days. Companies hiring locally include U.S. Ghost Adventures, The Salt Line, Marymount University and Morgan Stanley.
Mental health shapes how we lead, love, work, parent, communicate, and show up in the world—yet too often, these conversations stay hidden.
This Mental Health Awareness Month, join local nonprofit Rock Recovery for Strength Not Stigma—an unforgettable evening of honest conversation, community, and impact.