For her efforts in support of Virginia women, children and families, one of Arlington’s state senators has received the Arlington County Bar Foundation’s highest honor.
Sen. Barbara Favola (D-40) was presented with the 35th annual William Winston Award during the foundation’s annual luncheon, held at Washington Golf & Country Club last week.
Flyover Planned This Afternoon — From AlertDC: “The U.S. Military will conduct an Aircraft Flyover in the NCR over Arlington National Cemetery on Monday, November 24 at approximately 1:15PM.”
Clarendon Closing Time Fight — “Clarendon Tonight: An apparent fight/assault that left one man on the ground in front of Spider Kelly’s. @ArlingtonVaFD stopped by to patch him up. ” [Dave Statter/X]
Seat Belt Campaign Returns — “The Arlington County Police Department is reminding the public of the importance of buckling their seat belts by teaming up with the U.S. Department of Transportation’s National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) on the high visibility Click It or Ticket seat belt awareness campaign. From November 22 through November 30, the law enforcement community will be working together to reduce the number of fatalities that occur when vehicle passengers fail to buckle up.” [ACPD]
Brandishing Near Columbia Pike — “The seven juvenile male victims were walking in the area when they observed the four male suspects following the group. The suspects then brandished what appeared to be firearms. The victims then ran from the area and the suspects fled the scene on foot. No injuries were reported.” [ACPD]
Childcare Grant for Marymount — “Marymount University’s Early Learning Academy (ELA) is enhancing its innovative approach to early childhood education through the development of a new STEAM Lab and outdoor STEAM learning area, made possible by a $75,000 Child Care Capacity Building & Quality Improvement Grant awarded by the Arlington County Board and additional donor funding from Marymount trustee J. Andrew Steele.” [Press Release]
It’s Monday — Expect sunshine and a high of 55 degrees with a northwest wind around 6 mph. By Monday night, skies will become mostly cloudy and the temperature will drop to around 41 degrees. [NWS]
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Address: 1600 N Oak Street #1410
Neighborhood: Rosslyn
Type: 3 BR, 3 BA condo – 2060 sq. ft.
Listed: $1,375,000
Noteworthy: The Belvedere’s largest 3-bedroom floor plan with direct Monument views
Wake up to Washington’s most iconic landmarks. Floor-to-ceiling windows showcase sensational views of the U.S. Capitol, Washington Monument, Lincoln Memorial, Jefferson Memorial, and the Potomac River.
Spanning more than 2,060 square feet with three bedrooms and three full bathrooms, this residence features the largest floor plan at The Belvedere and one of the community’s most sought-after layouts.
Designed for comfortable living and effortless entertaining, the floor plan includes a formal dining area, two living spaces, and an expansive double sunroom that captures the views. The spacious kitchen opens directly to the sunroom and offers abundant cabinet storage and a pantry.
The primary suite features a walk-in closet, custom built-ins, and an en-suite bathroom. On the opposite side of the residence, a secondary bedroom with its own full bath lives much like a second primary suite, providing privacy for guests. A third bedroom and full bath offer flexibility for a home office, fitness room, or guests.
Unobstructed monument views from a three-bedroom residence are exceptionally rare. Combined with its square footage, layout, and iconic Washington backdrop, this is a home that rarely becomes available.
The Belvedere is a full-service building with an extensive amenity package including a large outdoor pool, gym, tennis/pickleball courts, 24-hour front desk, party room, convenience store, and more. Located just a short walk to the Rosslyn Metro, Target, Starbucks, and Safeway, and minutes to Trader Joe’s, Whole Foods, and Washington, D.C., the location offers unbeatable convenience.
Listed by:
Matt Leighton – The Battle Group with Real Broker
[email protected]
(703) 472-0574
Good Friday 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 — Nov 21, 2025.
Since it’s Friday, we’ve also compiled a list of the most-read articles of the week, below.
Here is what’s going on Saturday in Arlington, from our event calendar.
Here are the events planned for Sunday:
Showers are possible before 10am, after which the sky will gradually clear up, resulting in a mostly sunny day with a high near 56 degrees. A north wind at 6-8 mph is expected, and there is a 40% chance of precipitation. The night will be partly cloudy, with temperatures dropping to around 36 degrees. The north wind at 5 mph will become calm in the evening. See more from Weather.gov.
“You are never too old to set another goal or to dream a new dream.”
– C.S. Lewis
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All charges against a professional rugby player accused of rape in Clarendon were either dropped or dismissed this week.
A judge in Arlington County’s General District Court on Wednesday found no probable cause to advance the felony charges against Brady Gilliland-Daniel, according to online court records.
Join us for a crown-worthy evening at Penrose Square as we celebrate Arlington’s own Sandra Bullock with a special outdoor screening of Miss Congeniality.
Before the movie, create your own tiara with our friends at MOCA Arlington, then settle in for a hilarious night under the stars with one of the most beloved comedies of the 2000s.
The Arlington Historical Society has launched a new initiative designed to capture present-day voices for future study and understanding.
In preparation for pilot projects — including discussions with those involved in development in the Shirlington area as well as the Crystal City Underground — co-chairs Sean Denniston and Marty Suydam recently completed a five-week training session on oral histories courtesy of the Office of Historic Alexandria.
Construction on a new art space next to Jennie Dean Park is entering its final stages as the county plans for a public debut next year.
Work on the recreation area at 2700 S. Nelson Street — between the Arlington Food Assistance Center warehouse and the Cultural Affairs building in Green Valley — is expected to wrap up next month, county spokesperson Alyson Jordan Tomaszewski told ARLnow.
Quite a few well-known comics are coming to the Arlington Drafthouse through mid-2026, including two former “Saturday Night Live” cast members and other TV stars.
Joining former SNL performers Kevin Nealon and Tim Meadows on the lineup are David Koechner (who played Todd Packer on “The Office”), “Sabrina the Teenage Witch” actress Caroline Rhea,”Last Comic Standing” winner Alonzo Bodden and other top talent.
Whether you’re planning drinks for a Thanksgiving meal or selecting a holiday gift for the beer or wine lover in your life, Arlington has plenty of options for picking out the perfect splash of cheer.
Here are the nominees for “Best Wine/Beer Shop in Arlington” as part of our ARLnow Readers’ Choice awards.
Did we miss your favorite spot? Write it in!
Voting will close in two weeks.
Voting for Best Thai Restaurant in Arlington is still taking place. Be sure to cast your vote before voting closes next Friday at 8:30 a.m.
Two weeks ago, we voted on the Best Family Dinner Spot in Arlington. The results are now official:
Yesterday, Arlington County Board member Maureen Coffey sparked a debate on Bluesky.
“Among my most important and treasured duties as a board member is making sure everyone knows: a) they can submit names for our snow plows and b) we are having more fun than our neighbors in Alexandria,” Coffey wrote on the social network, while linking to our article about Arlington’s snowplow naming contest.
