Arlington Public Schools was near the top of the pack in both the state and in Northern Virginia in its test scores for the 2024-25 school year.
APS trailed the Loudoun school system in the five broad Standards of Learning categories last school year, but outperformed Fairfax and Prince William counties and the city of Alexandria. It topped the averages statewide in each category.
A football season of resurgence continued for the Wakefield Warriors with their most recent victory during the early portion of the 2025 high-school campaign.
The host Warriors defeated the Justice Wolves, 33-12, the night of Sept. 19 to improve to 3-1 with a third straight win.
Address: 6216 28th Street N
Neighborhood: Berkshire Oakwood
Type: 4 BR, 4 BA single-family detached – 2900 sq. ft.
Open House: Sunday, May 31st from 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM
Listed: $1,425,000
Noteworthy: Extensively Renovated and Reimagined, Seamlessly Blending New and Old
Stunning remodel in Arlington’s sought-after Berkshire Oakwood! Thoughtfully reimagined from top to bottom, this 1948 Cape is like nothing you’ve seen before.
The spacious main level living room features solid Oak hardwoods, a cozy gas fireplace with marble threshold, and natural light from windows on two sides. Just beyond, a showstopping 2023 kitchen renovation offers 42″ white cabinetry, Quartz countertops, all new stainless steel appliances, custom range hood, and new hardwoods throughout. A sun-soaked eat-in nook with built-in bench opens to the jaw-dropping screened porch – added in 2025 with Trex decking, a vaulted tongue and groove ceiling, in-ceiling heaters, and room for both dining and lounging.
The main level bedroom wing offers two generously sized bedrooms and a fully renovated full bath with marble basketweave tile, glass-enclosed shower, dual shower heads, and cheerful wallpaper. Upstairs, two full suites including a true ensuite primary with massive walk-in closet and a luxurious owner’s bath featuring dual sinks, Quartz surround, and a triple-head glass-enclosed shower. A fully finished lower level rec room with full bath is perfect for play, movies, or guests.
Outside, enjoy a new Bluestone patio, brand new fence, and a flat, lushly landscaped yard with year-round privacy. All of this just blocks from Nottingham Elementary in one of North Arlington’s most beloved communities.
Listed by:
Diane Schline – The Diane Schline Group
[email protected]
(703) 258-9439
Flyover Planned Today — From AlertDC: “The United States Military will conduct a flyover in the National Capitol Region, at Arlington National Cemetery, on Tuesday, September 23, 2025, at 11:05 AM.”
Public Safety Soccer Match — “Last night, Arlington’s public safety agencies competed in a friendly soccer match against @arlingtonsoccer coaches, ending in a 3-3 tie! A great game and community building were had by all!” [ACPD/X, ACFD/X, WUSA 9]
Compass Acquires More Brokerages — “Anywhere’s brands include Century 21, Coldwell Banker, Corcoran, Sotheby’s International Realty, ERA Real Estate and Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate, all of which have offices in Greater Washington. In addition to being the D.C.-area’s No. 1 residential real estate company, Compass, led regionally by Kimberly Harris Campbell, also owns the @properties brand, which includes RLAH@properties and its five D.C.-area offices.” [WBJ]
RIP Jeff Clabaugh — “Jeff Clabaugh, who covered Greater Washington business for both the Washington Business Journal and WTOP for more than three decades, died Thursday. He was 63. His death came after a yearlong battle with cancer, his partner, Russ Rader, told WTOP 103.5. He did his last radio report on Tuesday.” [WBJ, WTOP]
AARP Urges Food Drives — “This year, we encourage you to take action by organizing a food drive through the groups you’re involved with — be it your neighborhood association, book club, alumni group, AARP chapter, house of worship, civic organization, or even your HOA.” [Letter to the Editor]
It’s Rosh Hashanah — “Shana Tova to all Virginians and families across the world beginning the celebration of Rosh Hashanah. As the Jewish New Year begins, may this season of reflection and renewal bring peace, joy, and prosperity to all who observe.” [Gov. Glenn Youngkin/X]
It’s Tuesday — Showers are possible in the afternoon and evening. Expect increasing clouds and a high near 85 with south winds at 6-8 mph. Precipitation chance is 30%. For Tuesday night, showers and thunderstorms may occur, mostly before 11pm. The night will be mostly cloudy, with a low of around 66 and southwest winds becoming calm in the evening. The chance of precipitation remains at 30%. [NWS]
Exciting Full-Court 3×3 Basketball League is BACK!!
DMV 3×3 announces that its 3×3 Youth Basketball Full Court League is returning for a sophomore season!
Good Monday 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 — Sep 22, 2025.
Here is what’s going on Tuesday in Arlington, from our event calendar.
Showers are possible between 4pm and 5pm, followed by a chance of showers and thunderstorms after 5pm. Expect increasing clouds and a high near 85 with south winds at 6-8 mph. Precipitation chance is 30%. For Tuesday night, showers and thunderstorms may occur before 11pm, with a slight chance of showers from 11pm to 2am. The night will be mostly cloudy, with a low of around 66 and southwest winds becoming calm in the evening. The chance of precipitation remains at 30%. See more from Weather.gov.
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Join Kaiser Permanente for Healthy at the Harbor, a free community health and wellness event taking place Saturday, June 6, from 11 am to 4 pm at National Harbor in Prince George’s County, Maryland. Bring your family and friends for free full day of fun, fitness, and preventive care along the waterfront.
Throughout the day, Kaiser Permanente nurses and physicians will offer no-cost health screenings, alongside a health and wellness expo focused on preventive care education. A lively Kids’ Zone will keep children active and entertained with spin-art bikes, face painting, balloon art, games, and more.
The planned sale of a historic property in the Penrose community may be a way for the Black Heritage Museum of Arlington to find a permanent home.
An online fundraising effort is seeking to help purchase the circa-1900 home at 2312 2nd Street S. In the early 20th century, this served as the Hunter Station trolley stop, where the Fort Myer branch of the D.C., Alexandria and Falls Church commuter-rail line connected to trolley service.
A 42-year-old man is behind bars after police say he chased a woman through Rosslyn and stole her phone.
The alleged incident happened early Sunday morning along N. Lynn Street. The suspect was later spotted by police in Ballston and arrested after a foot chase, police said.
Arlington Public Schools is implementing a modernized bullying-prevention curriculum beginning next month.
The curriculum, which rolls out on Oct. 1, will include the following lesson topics.
In less than a month’s time, the Little City will welcome a new Tatte.
The cafe’s extensive D.C.-area presence is expanding to the ground floor of Modera Falls Church apartments next month at 1001 W. Broad Street.
Maybe it seemed like a good idea at the time.
In 2023, amid debate about a bill adding 28 daily flights and easing restrictions on long distance flights at Reagan National Airport, ARLnow ran an unscientific poll asking readers what they thought.
