It’s been another busy fall for ARLnow’s local reporters, with lots of scoops and detailed community reporting.

But we need your help. The ongoing federal government shutdown has dampened our advertising sales at a crucial time of year, creating financial headwinds for our newsroom. To maintain our current staffing levels — the highest they’ve been since our founding nearly 16 years ago — we’re counting on readers like you to join the ARLnow Press Club.

When you become a Press Club member, you’re not just supporting local journalism — you’re getting something valuable in return. Members receive a “pro” version of our afternoon newsletter with easy-to-skim summaries, plus a sneak peek at our coverage plans every weekday morning, so you’re always a step ahead on what’s happening in Arlington.

We’re proud to cover the Arlington community at a level that very few suburban locales receive anywhere in the country. But sustaining that coverage takes resources, and in challenging times like these, your support makes all the difference.

Thank you, Arlington, for your continued support. Click here or on the button below to learn more and sign up.

Flickr pool photo by Joanna Hiatt Kim