The weekend is here and so is a new episode of the ARLnow podcast.
In the latest episode, Vernon, Dan and Lene discuss a few notable local news stories in Arlington from the past week, including:
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The Falls Church City Council is considering future changes to the city’s tax relief policies for seniors and people with permanent disabilities.
Council members considered a relatively straightforward staff request on Monday night: updating the city code to include changes that leaders made about two years ago with regards to real estate tax relief.
Each week, “Just Reduced” spotlights properties in Arlington County whose prices have been cut over the previous week. The market summary is crafted by Arlington Realty, Inc. Maximize your real estate investment with the team by visiting www.arlingtonrealtyinc.com or calling 703-836-6000 today!
Please note: The properties featured here may be listed with other brokerages– but that doesn’t limit your options. Arlington Realty, Inc. is ready to represent you, arrange showings, analyze value, and negotiate the best possible terms on your behalf. We understand the neighborhoods, pricing trends and market timing — and we use that knowledge to your advantage.
As of May 18, there are 175 detached homes, 41 townhouses and 249 condos for sale throughout Arlington County. In total, 50 homes experienced a price reduction in the past week, including:
- 4715 38th Street N., 22207 – NOW: $1,900,000 (Reduced: $100,000 on 5/15)
- 816 Veitch Street, 22204 – NOW: $1,850,000 (Reduced: $50,000 on 5/16)
- 1023 19th Street S., 22202 – NOW: $1,115,000 (Reduced: $50,000 on 5/15)
- 8 N. Garfield Street, 22201 – NOW: $1,079,000 (Reduced: $59,000 on 5/17)
- 2231 N. Culpeper Street, 22207 – NOW: $774,000 (Reduced $36,000 on 5/17)
- 1414 12th Street N. Unit 1414B, 22209 – NOW: $695,000 (Reduced: $5,000 on 5/15)
- 6908 Fairfax Drive #100, 22213 – NOW: $430,000 (Reduced: $10,000 on 5/15)
Please note that this is solely a selection of Just Reduced properties available in Arlington County. For a complete list of properties within your target budget and specifications, contact Arlington Realty, Inc.
Ruthie’s All-Day and The Italian Store might be some of ARLnow readers’ favorite places to visit in town.
That’s according to the hundreds of votes cast so far this year in the ARLnow Readers’ Choice polls, where these establishments have won top rankings in multiple categories.
The Rosslyn BID wants to hear from you! Last year, over 1,000 participants weighed in to help shape Rosslyn. Your voice matters — whether you live, work, or spend time in Rosslyn, we want your input to continue enhancing the neighborhood.
Take our 10-minute Rosslyn Perception Survey to share what you love, what could be better, and how we can serve you more effectively.
A new Japanese restaurant and speakeasy with a menu from a Michelin-starred sushi chef is underway in Courthouse.
Construction has begun on Saki, a sushi restaurant at 2055 15th Street N. by partners Nick Cordero and Greg Lee. The restaurant hopes to offer high quality sushi and cocktails in a casual atmosphere.
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.
Restaurants, bars and outdoor venues across Arlington offer a diverse lineup of live music performances to catch throughout the year.
Here are the nominees for “Best Live Music Venue in Arlington” as part of our ARLnow Readers’ Choice awards.
Did we miss your favorite venue? Write them in!
Voting will close in two weeks.
Voting for the Best Seafood 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 Favorite Theater Company in Arlington. The results are now official:
- Synetic Theater
- Signature Theatre
- Encore Stage & Studio
Construction is continuing at full tilt at Arlington Career Center’s new home, with a planned opening date at the start of the 2026-27 school year.
The forthcoming Grace Hopper Center, located adjacent to the existing Career Center building at 816 S. Walter Reed Drive, has been rapidly taking shape since the project broke ground in May 2024.
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A local Scout has redesigned the room where chemotherapy patients try on wigs at Virginia Hospital Center, seeking to create a more comfortable and welcoming space.
Seeking to honor one of her past teachers, who was diagnosed with breast cancer, 16-year-old Alia Abbud revamped the room in The Reva and Sid Dewberry Cancer Resource Center where patients go to try on wigs and head coverings.
Tesla Cybertruck Vandalized — “What began as a festive Fourth of July celebration on the water at the Columbia Island Marina ended in shock for Michael Sobhi. By the morning, his 2021 Tesla Cybertruck had been vandalized. When he went to the parking lot the next day, he noticed both side view mirrors had been ripped off his vehicle, and a note had been left behind that read: ‘How do you live with yourself and your small penis?'” [WTOP]
TV Broadcast in Pentagon City — “Your FOX 5 favorites will be at National Landing in Arlington, Virginia Friday morning! Join in on the fun at 1330 S Fair Street Arlington, VA 22202.” [Fox 5]
County Has New CTO — “Holly Hartell has been selected as Arlington County’s new Chief Information Officer and Director of the Department of Technology Services (DTS), County Manager Mark Schwartz announced this week. She will begin in the permanent role on Monday, Aug. 11, 2025, after being appointed as acting director of DTS in January 2025.” [Arlington County]
Local Restaurant Struggles — “At a recent lunch hour, the long-time manager of a highly regarded, somewhat upscale restaurant in downtown Falls Church turned and looked to the barren tables and empty chairs in the well-appointed room. There was not a single other person there to eat. “Where is everybody?” she asked, exasperated. Sadly, this is an increasingly common scenario.” [FCNP]
Va. Sens. Blast Solar Cut — “As Virginians continue to struggle to pay their rising electricity bills, U.S. Sens. Mark R. Warner and Tim Kaine (both D-VA) are pushing back against the Trump administration’s plans to terminate a program designed to lower energy costs and support the deployment of affordable solar power to communities hardest hit by skyrocketing costs.” [Press Release]
It’s Friday — Expect mostly sunny skies with temperatures reaching about 83°F, accompanied by a gentle northeast breeze at 6 to 8 mph. As night falls, the skies will remain mostly clear, with the temperature dropping to around 64°F. [NWS]
Flickr pool photo by Dennis Dimick
Good Thursday evening, Arlington. Let’s take a look back at today’s stories and a look forward to tomorrow’s event calendar.
🕗 News recap
The following articles were published earlier today — Aug 7, 2025.
- 7:30 am: Morning Notes for August 7, 2025 | 🗣️ Comments
- 8:30 am: Justice Department no longer calls Arlington a ‘sanctuary jurisdiction’ | 🗣️ Comments
- 9:15 am: Wanted man arrested, meth and fentanyl recovered, after call for suspicious activity in parking lot | 🗣️ Comments
- 10:00 am: Former Dept. of Commerce official accused of sexually assaulting subordinate in Arlington | 🗣️ Comments
- 11:45 am: Japanese franchise ‘Takagi Coffee’ plans new Pentagon City cafe | 🗣️ Comments
- 1:10 pm: What ARLnow believes in — and why we can use your support | 🗣️ Comments
- 1:45 pm: Arlington native wrote and directed buzzy horror film ‘Weapons,’ opening Friday | 🗣️ Comments
- 2:45 pm: Restoration of Confederate monument at Arlington National Cemetery will cost $10 million | 🗣️ Comments
- 3:45 pm: Residents complain of late trash pickups after Arlington hires new contractor | 🗣️ Comments
📅 Upcoming events
Here is what’s going on Friday in Arlington, from our event calendar.
- 10:30 am: Storytime on the Plaza
- 11:00 am: Fiber to Fabric: A Community Weaving Experience at Alliance Gallery
- 12:30 pm: MID-Day Flow with SPENGA
- 5:30 pm: Zumba Power Hour
- 7:30 pm: Improv Comedy Night
- 8:00 pm: Cinema On The Plaza: Can I Kick It? with the Invisible Skate Theory
☀️ Friday’s forecast
Expect mostly sunny skies with temperatures reaching about 83°F, accompanied by a gentle northeast breeze at 6 to 8 mph. As night falls, the skies will remain mostly clear, with the temperature dropping to around 64°F and an east wind blowing at 3 to 7 mph. See more from Weather.gov.
💡 Quote of the Day
“Imagination is more important than knowledge. Knowledge is limited. Imagination encircles the world.”
– Albert Einstein
🌅 Tonight’s sunset
The MonumentCam screenshot above is used with permission of the Trust for the National Mall and courtesy of EarthCam.
Thanks for reading! Feel free to discuss the day’s happenings in the comments.
This year’s Very Godly VBS, inspired by The Titan’s Curse, invites children into the world of Camp Half-Blood to explore faith, courage, belonging, and community through storytelling, music, crafts, games, science, and reflection in a fun and welcoming environment for all.
Location: The Falls Church