County leaders are marking the 20th anniversary of an initiative they believe has made a significant difference in addressing intimate-partner and sexual violence.
Looking ahead, those behind Project PEACE say it is being updated to align with best national practices, with a focus on listening more intently to survivors of violence. A new blueprint provides “a refreshed, community-driven vision for the future,” said LaToya Young, coordinator of Project PEACE.
A company that uses self-driving robots to deliver food, groceries and online purchases has begun mapping out the streets and sidewalks of Arlington County.
Avride, a Massachusetts-based company that produces autonomous cars in addition to delivery bots, has deployed at least one “personal delivery device” to chart a two-mile radius in the Rosslyn-Ballston corridor. The initial phase is expected to last for about two weeks, according to a county webpage about the devices.
A colorful new landmark is bringing fresh energy to Columbia Pike while celebrating the people, cultures and stories that define one of Arlington’s most vibrant neighborhoods.
On Saturday, October 24, Arlington Public Art, the Columbia Pike Partnership, and the community will celebrate the completion of the first County-sponsored mural on Columbia Pike, a striking new work by artist Rowan Bathurst located on the side of the Goodwill building at 4714 Columbia Pike.
The mural, commissioned through Arlington Public Art and Arlington Economic Development, is part of ongoing creative placemaking efforts designed to strengthen neighborhood identity, enhance public spaces and create welcoming experiences for residents, visitors and local businesses.
For Bathurst, an artist whose work explores the relationships among people, nature and cultural heritage, Columbia Pike offered a rich source of inspiration. The mural features portraits of women representing cultures reflected throughout the neighborhood, surrounded by imagery drawn from local history, global artistic traditions and the natural environment of Four Mile Run.
What makes the project especially meaningful is the community’s role in shaping it. Public input gathered at the Barcroft Resource Fair and Columbia Pike Farmers Market revealed a strong desire for artwork that reflected the neighborhood’s diversity, vibrant character and connection to nature. A community advisory panel helped guide the project from concept through completion, ensuring the final design reflected the voices and experiences of the community it serves.
The resulting artwork is both a visual landmark and a celebration of the people who make Columbia Pike unique. It highlights the corridor’s longstanding role as a welcoming and multicultural community while creating a vibrant new point of interest along one of Arlington’s most traveled commercial corridors.
The project was made possible through a partnership with Jair Lynch Real Estate Partners, which provided the highly visible wall for the mural. Located on the Goodwill building at 4714 Columbia Pike, the artwork transforms an everyday streetscape into a destination that invites residents and visitors to pause, reflect and connect with the neighborhood’s identity.
As Arlington continues investing in public art and placemaking initiatives, projects like this demonstrate how art can strengthen community pride, foster connection and contribute to vibrant public spaces. Public art not only enriches the visual landscape, but also helps tell the stories of Arlington’s neighborhoods and the people who call them home.
The community is invited to join the celebration on Saturday, October 24, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. The free event will feature remarks from the artist and community representatives, music, refreshments and family-friendly activities. Attendees will have the opportunity to experience the mural up close and learn more about the community stories, cultural influences and local inspiration behind its creation.
For Columbia Pike, the mural represents more than a new work of art. It is a lasting reflection of the corridor’s creativity, diversity and community spirit, and a vibrant new symbol of the neighborhood’s past, present and future.
Art Focus is a regular series highlighting the artists, organizations, public art projects and creative initiatives that enrich Arlington’s cultural landscape.
The first Republican contender in the redrawn 7th Congressional District made his pitch to Arlington Republicans this week.
Douglas Ollivant, a Culpeper County resident and managing partner of a strategic consulting firm, is for now the only announced candidate in the 7th District as approved by voters on April 21, although more could be on the way.
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The Arlington County Civic Federation marked its 110th anniversary with a call for continued vocal, but still civil, community engagement.
“We’re not a perfect organization, but we work really hard,” Civic Federation board of directors chair David Smith said at the organization’s annual awards dinner, which on April 24 drew more than 100 participants to Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall.
High school students from across the Washington, D.C., Maryland, and Virginia (DMV) region are invited to participate in Dialogue for Democracy at George Mason University!
Hosted by the Jimmy and Rosalynn Carter School for Peace and Conflict Resolution, this event offers high school students an opportunity to engage in meaningful conversations about democracy, civic engagement, and the importance of understanding different perspectives.
Buckingham Apartment Fire — Firefighters responded to a garden apartment fire in the 300 block of N. Thomas Street yesterday morning. “One occupant was treated and transported to VHC with non-life-threatening injuries. Fire Marshals will investigate the origin and cause,” the fire department said. [ACFD/X]
Alcova Park Hazmat Spill — Arlington’s hazmat team contained a hydraulic fluid leak from a vehicle near Alcova Park yesterday afternoon. “A visible sheen may be present in the creek as it flows toward S. Four Mile Run,” the fire department noted. Residents were advised to keep people and pets out of the water until further notice. [ACFD/X]
Repeat Exposure Arrest — A 41-year-old man arrested Saturday afternoon in Clarendon for indecent exposure has been charged with the same offense five previous times over the last decade. He was charged with indecent exposure with more than three offenses in 10 years, assault and battery, and public intoxication, and was held without bond. [Patch]
Porsche Arlington Heads South — “A luxury car dealership at the high-profile corner of Richmond Highway and South Glebe Road in Arlington County is proposing to high-tail it to a new home seven miles south in Fairfax County.” New Country Motor Car Group filed plans Monday to build a 67,000-square-foot Porsche dealership in Lincolnia, to be branded Porsche Alexandria. [WBJ]
Re-Retrocession Bid ‘Not a Chance’ — A bid by some national Republicans to undo the 1847 retrocession that returned Arlington and Alexandria to Virginia — and absorb both back into D.C. — is being dismissed locally. “It’s not going to happen,” Arlington GOP Chair Matthew Hurtt told The 51st, while Arlington County Board Chair Matt de Ferranti separately dismissed the proposal as not serious. [The 51st]
Mount Olivet Reopens Saturday — Mount Olivet United Methodist Church will mark the completion of its post-fire restoration this Saturday from 2 to 5 p.m. The historic Arlington church, established in 1854, suffered roughly $1 million in damage during a 2022 fire. A short program at 3 p.m. will celebrate the church’s 170th anniversary. [WTOP]
Decorated SEAL Remembered — Andrew Honeyman, a former Navy SEAL who served with SEAL Team 5 and the elite Naval Special Warfare Development Group, recently died at age 39 in Arlington. The retired Senior Chief — a three-time recipient of the Bronze Star with Combat Valor — was a graduate student at Georgetown University at the time of his passing. A funeral with full military honors is scheduled in Portland, Oregon. [Oregon Live, Legacy]
Reston Penthouse Breaks Record — A penthouse at Reston’s new JW Marriott Residences sold for $10.25 million, shattering the Virginia condo record. The 5,768-square-foot, 27th-floor unit closed April 1. The previous record — $5.65 million — was set in 2024 at Rosslyn’s Waterview tower. [WBJ]
Federal Workforce at 36-Year Low — The Washington region lost more than 62,000 federal jobs from January 2025 to January 2026, a 16.5% drop that puts the region’s federal workforce at its lowest level since 1990, according to a new analysis from the Metropolitan Washington Council of Governments. The region overall lost some 103,900 jobs over the same period. [FFXnow]
AI Reshaping Grad Job Hunt — AI is reshaping how new college graduates search for jobs but isn’t necessarily eliminating opportunities, a University of Virginia career expert told WTOP. “Really making sure that you’re using that as a tool, not as a replacement, is essential,” said Kate Melton, of UVA’s Career Center. Internships, meanwhile, have declined nationally. [WTOP]
Syphilis Surge in Virginia Men — The rate of men contracting syphilis in Virginia rose 58% between 2020 and 2024, according to the Virginia Department of Health. The sexually transmitted infection can be passed through vaginal, anal or oral sex, and is curable with antibiotics. [DC News Now]
It’s Wednesday — Expect showers and thunderstorms today with a high near 69 and a 90% chance of rain. Southeast winds will be light at 3–10 mph but could gust to 18. Storms continue overnight, with a low around 51 and another half-inch of rain possible. [NWS]
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Good Tuesday evening, Arlington. Let’s take a look back at today’s stories and a look forward to tomorrow’s event calendar.
The following articles were published earlier today — Apr 28, 2026.
Here is what’s going on Wednesday in Arlington, from our event calendar.
Expect showers throughout the day, with a possible thunderstorm after 2 PM and a high of 69°F. Southeast winds will range from 6 to 10 mph, with gusts up to 18 mph. Rainfall could be between a quarter and half an inch, with a 90% chance of precipitation. Wednesday night brings a 70% chance of showers and thunderstorms, transitioning from cloudy to partly cloudy skies. The low will be around 51°F, and southeast winds will shift to northwesterly around 9 mph, with gusts again reaching 18 mph. Rainfall amounts may be similar to earlier in the day. See more from Weather.gov.
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Tanner Wall once more is in an underdog situation, having to prove himself all over again — and that suits the 2018 Yorktown High School graduate just fine.
The Brigham Young University grad recently signed a priority free-agent contract with the Las Vegas Raiders. He will compete for duties as a defensive back (safety) and special-teams player.
A combination restaurant, bar and art gallery in Ballston is hosting a farewell party this weekend after five years in business.
Whino Restaurant and Bar’s last happy hour and dinner service will take place from 4-11 p.m. this Friday, on the second level of Ballston Quarter at 4238 Wilson Blvd. After that, the business is throwing a final party with painting, free food and DJs from 7 p.m.-2 a.m. on Saturday.
The woman struck by a bus while riding a scooter in Rosslyn earlier this month has succumbed to her injuries.
Leah Carlomusto, 45, died at the hospital on Sunday, Arlington County police announced today (Tuesday). The Arlington resident was struck by a charter bus at the busy intersection of Langston Blvd and Ft. Myer Drive on the evening of Saturday, April 18.
