A new orchard at Dr. Charles Drew Elementary School is already producing fruit after surviving an unusually dry August.
All the saplings planted in the spring survived the summer, making it likely they will have long-term viability, said Mary Glass of the Arlington Tree Connection advocacy group.
By popular demand, county leaders are seeking a new title for a rather unimaginatively named park in Aurora Highlands.
An effort to improve amenities and visibility at the 900-square-foot park, currently known as “23rd Street S. and S. Eads Street Park,” is coming up. But before construction starts, county leaders need to settle on a name.
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As of July 20, there are 176 detached homes, 60 townhouses and 275 condos for sale throughout Arlington County. In total, 37 homes experienced a price reduction in the past week, including:
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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.
Join the Rosslyn BID and Arlington Arts at the 34th Rosslyn Jazz Fest 2026 featuring live jazz, food trucks, local vendors, and family-friendly activities in the heart of Rosslyn! This year’s lineup is bringing a diverse mix of performers and bands redefining the jazz music genre including Plena Libre, Sally Baby’s Silver Dollars, Parlor Greens, and Dogo du Togo & the Alagaa Beat Band.
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]
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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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.
