Metropolitan Park near Amazon HQ2 in Pentagon City (staff photo by Jay Westcott)
A summer of events is winding down this month at Pentagon City’s Metropolitan Park.
Live music, outdoor movies, crafts and a celebration of National Banana Split Day are all coming to the park over the next few weeks, courtesy of partnerships between Amazon and local businesses.
Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (staff photo by Jay Westcott)
Blame an unforgiving Mother Nature for a jump in flight cancellations at Reagan National Airport this summer.
An analysis by CBS News covering the early-summer period (Memorial Day to mid-July) found a 274% increase in flight cancellations at the airport compared to the same period in 2024.
Address:3512 N Pocomoke Street Neighborhood: Minor Hill Type: 5 BR, 5 (+1 half) BA single-family detached – 6430 sq. ft. Listed: $2,399,000
Noteworthy: Luxury cul-de-sac home with heated pool in sought-after Minor Hill
Welcome to this exceptional custom home tucked away on a quiet cul-de-sac in sought-after Minor Hill. Offering over 6,400 finished square feet, 5 bedrooms, 5.5 bathrooms, and a private 0.29-acre lot with a heated pool, this beautifully appointed residence combines timeless design with modern luxury in the Yorktown/Williamsburg/Discovery school pyramid.
A welcoming front porch overlooks neighborhood green space, while inside, a dramatic two-story foyer with a Currey & Company chandelier sets the tone. Rich wood floors, detailed millwork, and oversized windows enhance the main level, which features formal living and dining rooms, a private office with French doors, and a spacious family room anchored by a floor-to-ceiling stacked stone fireplace.
The chef’s kitchen is designed for entertaining with an oversized quartz island, Sub-Zero refrigerator, Wolf double ovens and six-burner cooktop, two dishwashers, farmhouse sink, walk-in pantry with a second refrigerator, butler’s pantry, and secondary staircase.
Upstairs, the luxurious primary suite offers a sitting area, dual walk-in closets, and a spa-inspired bath. Three additional bedrooms each include walk-in closets, with ensuite baths providing comfort and privacy.
The finished lower level features a large recreation room, fitness room, fifth bedroom, full bath, and an unfinished bonus space ready for future expansion.
Outside, enjoy a heated pool with automatic cover, expansive stone patio, professionally designed retaining wall with planter beds, low-maintenance turf, and an upper terrace. Additional highlights include a two-car garage with dual EV charging stations and an unbeatable location near shopping, parks, Metro, and major commuter routes.
Sidewalk and painted roadway in Courthouse (courtesy George Brazier)
Famous Rosslyn Condo For Sale — An Arlington condo owned by Kastle Systems founder A. Gene Samburg is on the market for $3.85 million. The 4,000-square-foot home features three levels, an in-unit elevator, and panoramic views of the Iwo Jima Memorial and the National Mall. The Tom Hanks film “Charlie Wilson’s War” featured scenes shots from inside the condo. (Wilson lived next door.) [WBJ]
Trash Collection Issues — “We are aware of reports of incomplete or missed collections as crews from Arlington County’s new household solid waste contractor become familiar with routes and neighborhoods. We apologize for the inconvenience and ask for patience during this transition period between contractors… Please leave carts at the curb until they are emptied.” [Arlington County]
Burkman Pleads in Michigan — “Today, John Burkman, 59, of Arlington, Virginia, and Jacob Wohl, 27, of Fairfax, Virginia, pled no contest to orchestrating a series of robocalls aimed at suppressing the vote of predominantly black voters in Detroit in the 2020 general election, announced Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel.” [State of Michigan]
Hawaii Lawmakers Visit Arlington — “Hawaii Senators Stanley Chang and Troy Hashimoto led a delegation to Arlington for a roundtable with Board Members Julius D. “JD” Spain, Sr. and Maureen Coffey on transit-oriented development. A strong conversation on smart growth, housing, and regional planning.” [Arlington County Board/X]
Big Raise for Autism Startup — Positive Development Inc. has raised $51.5 million to expand its autism care services, aiming to double its presence and triple revenue by broadening insurance coverage and improving tech infrastructure. Arlington native Mike Suiters co-founded the McLean-based company in 2020 after working for BlueCross BlueShield’s venture fund. [WBJ]
Va. Tourism Record — “Governor Glenn Youngkin and Virginia Tourism Corporation (VTC) announced today that Virginia’s tourism industry generated a record high $35.1 billion in visitor spending in 2024, marking a 5.4% increase from $33.3 billion in 2023.” [Press Release]
It’s Wednesday — There is a 20% chance of showers after 3pm, with mostly cloudy skies and a high near 82°F accompanied by an east wind at 3-7 mph. Wednesday night, expect cloudy skies to turn partly cloudy, with a low of around 67°F. [NWS]
Wine & Food Tasting Event at Arrowine, Saturday, August 15, 1- 4 p.m.
Summer adventures are calling — whether you’re packing up for the Beach, escaping to the Shenandoah Mountains, planning a picnic, or heading out for a romantic night of music at Wolf Trap. And if you want those moments to be stress‑free, delicious, and perfectly paired, we’ve got just the tasting for you.
ORDER OF PUBLICATION Commonwealth of Virginia VA. CODE § 8.01-316
ARLINGTON GENERAL DISTRICT COURT – CIVIL
Case No.: GV25003973-00
Commonwealth of Virginia, in re:
TAMARA E GRIGORYEVA
v.
IRVA DARABRINA DENT
The object of this suit is to: CIVIL CLAIM FOR MONEY
It is ORDERED that the defendant IRVA DARABRINA DENT appear at the above-named court and protect his or her interests on or before August 11, 2025 at 2:00 PM.
Welcome to our free community event! Our Bully-Proof Anti-Bullying Seminar is an interactive program designed to teach children and teens practical strategies they can use both in school and everyday life. Through age-appropriate instruction and hands-on activities, participants will learn how to stay calm, make smart decisions, and protect themselves without resorting to unnecessary violence.
There is a 20% chance of showers after 3pm, with mostly cloudy skies and a high near 82°F accompanied by an east wind at 3-7 mph. Wednesday night, expect cloudy skies to turn partly cloudy, with a low of around 67°F and an east wind near 6 mph. See more from Weather.gov.
💡 Quote of the Day
“Believe you can and you’re halfway there.” – Theodore Roosevelt
Pro-Palestinian protest targeting a North Arlington home (courtesy of Palestine Youth Movement DMV)
Activists bearing Palestinian flags, pots and pans and flyers calling a resident a “war criminal” descended on a North Arlington home last week.
The Friday protest was the second time in recent days that activists have targeted the Williamsburg residence of Loik Henderson, a member of the board of directors at the Gaza Humanitarian Foundation (GHF).
Rep. Don Beyer (D-8) (staff photo by Scott McCaffrey)
A new bill with the backing of U.S. Rep. Don Beyer is seeking to redraw congressional lines to combat gerrymandering and improve representation.
The measure, called the Fair Representation Act, was introduced by Beyer and Maryland Democrat Jamie Raskin on July 23. It would involve creating larger congressional districts with multiple representatives, elected through ranked-choice voting.
Signage for Ember at Westpost in August 2025 (staff photo by Katie Taranto)
A new “Eurofusion” restaurant and bar with specialty dry-aged meats is preparing to open in Pentagon City later this year.
Ember Kitchen and Spirits is targeting a winter opening at 1301 S. Joyce Street, where Irish gastropub Mattie and Eddie’s closed last year. It plans to offer quality cuts of meat and European-inspired dishes, while hosting events involving dancing and live music, founder Nicholas Mounts told ARLnow.
Strawberry cake (photo via Jasmine Bartel/Unsplash)
A local pastry personality is hosting a festival for cake creators in Clarendon next month.
Chanise Nycole, a cake decorator with over 30,000 TikTok followers, announced in a video that she’ll be hosting Cake Fest DMV on Sunday, Sept. 21, at the Arlington Beer Garden (3217 10th Street N.).