Yorktown's Samson Schneider was a first-team all-Liberty District quarterback (staff photo by Dave Facinoli)
The starting quarterbacks at Arlington’s four high-school football teams have received all-league honors, rewarding their strong performances during the 2025 fall season.
Three of those players passed for more than 2,000 yards, the other for nearly 1,000. None were starters for any of the Arlington teams in 2024, yet they made a big impact in their initial season.
Paris Baguette in Falls Church (staff photo by Jared Serre)
A French-inspired bakery is hosting its grand opening in Falls Church this weekend.
Paris Baguette has announced plans to begin serving customers at 169 Hillwood Avenue starting at 6 a.m. on Saturday, offering free giveaways to go with its wide menu of baked goods and other breakfast and lunch items.
This regularly scheduled column is written by Eli Tucker, Arlington-based Realtor and Arlington resident. If you would like to work with Eli and his team in Northern Virginia and the greater D.C. Metro area, you can reach him directly at[email protected].
Question: Can you highlight the key market trends you’re seeing in the housing market?
Answer: Today we’ll look at three charts that describe what I’m currently seeing in the DC Metro, Northern VA, and Arlington housing market.
Showing Volume Down Significantly in the DC Metro
Weekly showing volume in the DC Metro has been running at its lowest rate in 5+ years since the beginning of September. Last week, showings were down 16% year-over-year (YoY).
Most Detached Homes Available in Seven Years in Northern VA
There haven’t been this many single-family detached homes available for sale in Northern VA since October 2019. The number of detached homes for sale in Q3 increased by 38% YoY in 2025 and another 17% in 2026.
That said, detached inventory levels are still well below pre-pandemic levels.
Months of Supply at Ten-Year High for Arlington Condos
The Arlington condo market has the highest Months of Supply (a measure of supply and demand) readings and lowest absorption readings in over ten years. Expect these trends to continue at least through the end of the year, with MoS going higher and Absorption dropping further.
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Below are some of our team’s pre/off-market listings, details and additional listings available by request:
Arlington VA (Barcroft) – 4BR/2BA/2,500 sqft – Detached Single Family – 4th St S Arlington VA 22204
Arlington VA (Chain Bridge Forest) – 6BR/6.5BA/7,000 sqft – Detached Single Family (2027) – River St Arlington VA 22207
Fairfax VA – 6BR/6.2BA/7,000 sqft – Detached Single Family (2027) – Taylor Dr Fairfax VA 22032
Mclean VA – 5BR/4.5BA/3,700 sqft – Detached Single Family (2023) – Randolph Rd Mclean VA 22101
Annandale VA – 4BR/3.5BA/2,000 sqft – Townhouse – Aspen Hill Ct Annandale VA 22003
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Clarendon Ballroom entrance on a Saturday night (file photo)
In expectation of large crowds in the run-up to Thanksgiving, a pair of road closures will be in effect in Clarendon tonight (Wednesday).
The Arlington County Police Department is closing off Wilson Blvd and Clarendon Blvd between N. Highland Street and Washington Blvd “to accommodate the expected increase in nightlife activity.”
“The Friends of Arlington’s Planetarium is seeking to fill three vacancies on its 2027 Board of Directors. Interested candidates seeking information and an application can find details at the FOAP Elections web page. The deadline for submission is Nov. 15, 2026.”
Current placement of Campbell markers in Shirlington (via Arlington County)
Updated markers are coming to Shirlington next year in honor of a husband and wife who made waves in Arlington civic life for more than half a century.
The Historical Affairs and Landmark Review Board (HARLB) has approved a request from Federal Realty Investment Trust to replace the existing markers honoring Edmund and Elizabeth Campbell.
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Shirlington's tree lighting celebration from a past year (courtesy photo)
Christmastime in Arlington brings numerous tree lightings, holiday markets and other festive activities for residents of all ages.
Upcoming highlights include a snowball fight in Aurora Highlands, a dog sweater contest and various opportunities for Christmas shopping. Here’s a look at what is ahead.
Wet holiday decorations at The Crossing Clarendon (courtesy George Brazier)
Thanksgiving Safety Tips — “Are you ready for #Thanksgiving? We are checking items off our holiday to do list: Turkey is thawing. Ingredients for pumpkin pie purchased. Turkey fryer safety tips reviewed. Smoke alarms tested.” [ACFD/X]
Letter: Better Labels, Less Waste — “As we gather for Thanksgiving this week and enjoy leftovers in the days that follow, it’s important to notice how much of our food ends up wasted. Did you know that America throws away up to 40% of its food each year? Much of this waste results from confusion over food labeling.” [Letter to the Editor]
Letter: County Should be Cautious — “At a time of national economic uncertainty, Arlington should project stability and predictability. Yet between the Board’s unexpected endorsement of rent control and now a rushed effort to explore restructuring the Board itself, the message to employers and investors is one of institutional unpredictability. That is the last thing Arlington needs.” [Letter to the Editor]
Doctoral Student Danced With Stars — “We’re celebrating a Marymount connection to the ballroom! Inna Brayer ’25 a former DWTS pro dancer & now an Ed.D. student is researching how arts education strengthens academic success, resilience & social-emotional growth in teens.” [Marymount University/X, Marymount University]
Congressional Probe into FCPS — “Fairfax County Public Schools is one of just three districts nationwide facing a federal investigation by the U.S. House Committee on Education and Workforce, which alleges Jewish students are being harassed and subjected to open antisemitism.” [FFXnow]
Alexandria Housing Authority Woes — “In the wake of the restructuring of Alexandria’s public housing authority and its board of commissioners, the organization has temporarily halted eviction proceedings against its tenants.” [ALXnow]
D.C. Mayor Won’t Run Again — “D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser won’t run for reelection, ending months of speculation over whether she would seek a fourth term.” [NBC 4]
Cold Holiday Weekend — “It’s going to be chilly in D.C. on Thanksgiving… NWS is warning of a “polar vortex,” an area of cold air around the Arctic, hitting the country this week, bringing chilly temps and snow across the country right when AAA projects record holiday traffic.” [Axios]
It’s Wednesday — Expect rain before 7am, followed by patchy fog until 9am, then cloudy skies will gradually clear with a high near 70. A southwest wind will blow at 9-11 mph, gusting up to 21 mph. There’s a 30% chance of precipitation. Wednesday night will be partly cloudy and breezy, with a low of 38 and winds gusting up to 39 mph. Thanksgiving Day will be partly sunny with a high of 44, and winds gusting up to 28 mph. [NWS]
Expect rain before 7am, followed by patchy fog until 9am, then cloudy skies will gradually clear with a high near 70. A southwest wind will blow at 9-11 mph, gusting up to 21 mph. There’s a 30% chance of precipitation. Wednesday night will be partly cloudy and breezy, with a low of 38 and winds gusting up to 39 mph. Thanksgiving Day will be partly sunny with a high of 44, and winds gusting up to 28 mph. See more from Weather.gov.
💡 Quote of the Day
“Opportunities don’t happen. You create them.” – Chris Grosser
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The former Key Bridge Marriott at 1401 Langston Blvd (staff photo by Dan Egitto)
The former Key Bridge Marriott building is no more, leaving behind a void on a piece of prime real estate in Rosslyn.
Virtually nothing remains of the notorious closed hotel at 1401 Langston Blvd, which began demolition in February after being declared a “public nuisance” in May 2024.