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Morning Notes

Published August 10, 2020 at 6:00AM

Evictions Halted in Virginia — “Governor Ralph Northam today announced a temporary statewide moratorium on eviction proceedings in Virginia. The moratorium, which will begin on Monday, August 10 and remain in effect through Monday, September 7, halts all eviction proceedings related to failure to pay rent.” [Commonwealth of Virginia]

Amazon Rents More Space in Crystal City — “Amazon.com Inc. is adding more Arlington office space to its portfolio even during a pandemic that has forced most of the company’s corporate employees to work remotely… The [newly-leased] 18,700-square-foot space is part of the 272,000-square-foot 2100 Crystal Drive that Amazon agreed in December to eventually lease in full.” [Washington Business Journal]

Feature

Rethink Energy: Last Chance for Solar!

By ARLnow.com Sponsor

Published August 8, 2020 at 12:00PM

This regularly-scheduled sponsored column is written by the Arlington Initiative to Rethink Energy team (AIRE). This county program helps you make smart energy decisions that save you money and leaves a lighter footprint on the environment.

Arlington’s Solar Co-op is still open to new members — but only for two more weeks!

A post from EcoAction Arlington

Apply for a free tree; Fall 2026 Tree Planting now open

Published May 27, 2026 at 4:45PM

EcoAction Arlington, through the Tree Planting Program, offers Arlington residents the chance to receive free native trees to help grow our urban canopy. Tree Stewards are available to help you choose the best tree for your property.

If you live in a neighborhood other than the 13 listed under the Tree Canopy Equity Program and are a property owner, including those of single-family homes, townhouses, condos, and places of worship, you may apply for a free native tree to be planted on your property. Before applying, please review ‘Our Process’ on our website and take a look at the Tree Planting Program Species List for a list and description of available trees for the Fall 2026 Tree Planting Cycle.

Apply Here!

Opinion

ARLnow Weekend Discussion

By ARLnow.com

Published August 7, 2020 at 5:30PM

We’ve weathered a tropical storm and an otherwise slow local news cycle this week, now it’s time to kick back and enjoy what should be a decent weekend.

Without further ado, here are the most-read articles of the week:

Announcement

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By Arlington Auto Detailing

Published May 27, 2026

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News

Lebanese Taverna Spearheads Fundraising Drive to Support Relief Efforts in Beirut

By Vernon Miles

Published August 7, 2020 at 3:55PM

Lebanese Taverna's Westover location in 2014

On Tuesday, Grace Abi-Najm Shea — a co-owner of Lebanese Taverna — was one of those watching in horror as an explosion tore through Beirut. She said they took the day to cry and grieve at the loss that happened in the country her family left years ago. The next morning, they got to work.

The regional Lebanese restaurant chain that started in Arlington in 1979 has since raised nearly $30,000 for the Lebanese Red Cross on GoFundMe.

Event

Kick-A-Thon to Benefit Arlington Free Clinic

May 31, 2026 2:00 pm -4:00 pm

Pentagon MMA Performance Center

932 S Walter Reed Drive

Arlington, Virginia 22204

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Join the Pentagon MMA Kick-a-thon Fundraiser and Fight for a Cause! 🥊

Get ready to kick with purpose! Pentagon MMA is proud to once again host our Kick-a-thon Fundraiser in support of the incredible work of the Arlington Free Clinic.

Opinion

Ed Talk: Learning Pods

By Abby Raphael

Published August 7, 2020 at 3:00PM | Updated September 2, 2020 at 4:41PM

As the school year begins online for students across the country, parents face the challenge of supporting the educational needs of their children while working at their own jobs.

This challenge is real for all working parents. But the opportunities that parents have to meet their children’s needs vary greatly depending on socio-economic status.

News

ACPD: Man Arrested After Violent Outbursts in Ballston

By ARLnow.com

Published August 7, 2020 at 2:00PM

An Alexandria man is in custody after police say he punched a random person walking by in Ballston, and then headbutted and spat on a police officer.

The incident happened around 6 p.m. last night, along N. Randolph and Stuart streets, as well as Wilson Blvd, according to police and witnesses.

Feature

Open Houses in Arlington This Weekend

By ARLnow.com Sponsor

Published August 7, 2020 at 12:30PM

Looking for a home? There are plenty of houses and condos open for viewing this weekend.

Check out the Arlington Realty website for a full list of homes for sale and open houses in Arlington. Here are a few highlights:

News

Election Mailer is ‘OK to Use’ Despite Fairfax Problems, Arlington Says

By ARLnow.com

Published August 7, 2020 at 11:30AM

Earlier this week, thousands of Arlington residents received a mailing from the “Center for Voter Information” with a prepaid “vote from home ballot request form” enclosed.

Intended to make it easier for local residents to vote by mail during the pandemic, the mailing has instead led to mass confusion.

News

Pupatella Is Staying Put in Bluemont

By ARLnow.com

Published August 7, 2020 at 10:50AM

The wood-burning oven at Pupatella (staff photo by Jay Westcott)

After asking customers for suggestions of places to move, Pupatella says it will be staying in Bluemont after all.

The Neapolitan pizzeria said today via social media that its landlord has agreed to not raise the rent — after initially trying to hike it by 40% — and Pupatella will thus be staying put at its original 5104 Wilson Blvd location.