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A weathered fire hydrant (courtesy George Brazier)

Pedestrian Struck in Clarendon — “BE CAREFUL!! Every day since Friday, there has been at least one pedestrian struck in a crosswalk in Arlington County. This is the latest. Wilson Blvd and N. Edgewood Street across from the Whole Foods.” [Dave Statter/X]

Police Nab Alleged Package Thief — “At approximately 8:46 p.m. on April 17, the male suspect forced entry into a secured residential building in the 2300 block of Columbia Pike and its package room before fleeing the scene. During the course of the investigation, detectives identified the suspect. On the evening of April 18, officers located the suspect’s vehicle, conducted a traffic stop in the area of the 1600 block of S. Joyce Street and took the suspect into custody.” [ACPD]

Pentagon City Crash on Camera — “This is the reverse of the usual crash at Army Navy & S. Hayes in Pentagon City. In this one, the car coming from the I-395 ramp was going straight and the SUV on northbound Hayes Street made the left turn. But basically the same result.” [Dave Statter/X]

Drug Dropoff Day Is Back — “The Drug Enforcement Administration’s (DEA) spring National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day will be held on Saturday, April 26. The Arlington County Police Department (ACPD) is encouraging the community to take advantage of this designated day to add your medicine cabinet to your spring cleaning list and help prevent the risk of prescription drugs falling into the wrong hands.” [ACPD]

Resources for Former Feds — “Roughly 175,000 Northern Virginia residents—more than 107,000 of them in Arlington and Fairfax counties—hold federal civilian jobs, Northern Virginia Regional Commission numbers show. The following local businesses, nonprofits, public schools and municipal governments are offering help in the form of job fairs, discounts and deals.” [Arlington Magazine]

Beyer Seeks Hegseth Resignation — “As he has previously stated himself: Any security professional ‘would be fired on the spot for this type of conduct and criminally prosecuted for being so reckless with this kind of information.’ The Secretary of Defense is not above the law. He is not exempt from the standards every servicemember serving in the Department of Defense is held to. At minimum, Hegseth must resign immediately. If he refuses, President Trump must remove him without delay.” [Press Release]

Youngkin Touts Immigration Arrests — “The Virginia Homeland Security Task Force (VHSTF), a federal-state partnership established by the U.S. Department of Justice… passed 500 arrests this week, Governor Glenn Youngkin announced Monday. Of those 521 total arrests made since the operation started on February 25, 132 individuals are affiliated with gangs such as MS-13, Tren de Aragua, other transnational organized crime (TOC) organizations and criminal gangs.” [Press Release]

It’s Tuesday — Expect a partly sunny day with temperatures reaching around 78 degrees, accompanied by a northwest wind blowing at 6 to 9 mph. On Tuesday night the skies will be mostly cloudy and the temperature will drop to approximately 56 degrees. [NWS]


Around Town

Good Monday 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 — Apr 21, 2025.

📅 Upcoming events

Here is what’s going on Tuesday in Arlington, from our event calendar.

🌤️ Tuesday’s forecast

Expect a partly sunny day with temperatures reaching around 78 degrees, accompanied by a northwest wind blowing at 6 to 9 mph. As for Tuesday night, the skies will be mostly cloudy and the temperature will drop to approximately 56 degrees, while a gentle north wind of 3 to 5 mph persists. See more from Weather.gov.

💡 Quote of the Day

“The best time to plant a tree was 20 years ago. The second best time is now.”
– Chinese Proverb

🌅 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.


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Welcome to Kami’s Korner where we’ll take a deep dive into Arlington’s condominium market by focusing on what’s coming next. From emerging developments to shifting trends, this space will spotlight the opportunities and insights shaping the future of condo living in Arlington.

Many of you have asked about best practices when it comes to buying a new condominium. Some of us only want new and are willing to pay a premium for the best in current design. There are several recommendations and insights here that will help you get what you want.

First decide what type of condominium you need… size, number of bedrooms, bathrooms, parking needs, or separate office, followed by a list of wants such as level of building service, amenities on-site, space for dining for six, balcony, open floor plan, and natural light. (Here she goes again.) Not to be sexist about it, but females generally are better shoppers and come with a preconceived set of non-negotiables.

Identify the areas you would consider living, such as Arlington or Old Town… but not wanting to go as far as Tysons, Reston, or DC. People don’t buy condominiums in places they aren’t familiar with or already spend time in, unless relocating entirely. Many upcoming communities put up signage and a website first which makes early interest hyperlocal. Register as a VIP on the website early and you will get regular communication, time to consider the offering, and learn when pre-sale will begin.

Once open, come early in pre-sale. You’ll get the pick of the litter. This is particularly important if you want something larger and are interested in the best views. Prospects are smart and pick the best floorplans first. If you have some idea of your ideal size and price point it makes good use of everyone’s time. Once you make a selection, expect to leave a 10% deposit as this is pretty standard in the industry. The developer generally has their own contract and it’s written much in their favor but not unreasonably so. Pricing this early is usually not negotiable… the price is the price. But you can purchase with some confidence since all buyers are getting the same terms and the developer has a shared interest in protecting values through delivery while sales are ongoing.

You do not need to be fully qualified for financing to come out and look but it’s wise to have some idea of what you can afford. Most builders give incentives for paying cash or using their title company and lenders. Often your contract might even offer a short financing contingency in exchange for considering them.

Once firmly under contract, a buyer might have 12- 18 months to prepare for the move. How blissful. This is one of the best parts of buying early in pre-sale. Moving is daunting, especially if you have been in your current homes for 30 years and the thought of moving seems excruciating. Decide what to take, sell/donate, and hire a proper interior designer to space plan and create a unique home that reflects your tastes. All with the time to do it properly.

Something to note. Finishes have gotten more high end, brands carry weight, and there is less customization offered these days. Gone are the days of going to a design center. If you know you are getting a Sub Zero refrigerator included you probably won’t ask if there are other options available. (more…)


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Arlington Catholics are honoring the late Pope Francis as a bridge builder who sought to care for society’s most vulnerable people.

Hours after the pontiff died at the age of 88 this morning (Monday) in the Vatican’s Casa Santa Marta, Arlington Bishop Michael Burbidge issued a statement remembering the pope’s commitment to “the infinite dignity of every human person.”


Schools

The two candidates vying for the Democratic School Board endorsement in Arlington say school leaders must do better in listening and acting on community input.

“Conversations need to be happening with staff, students and community,” said June Prakash, who is competing with Monique “Moe” Bryant for the seat being vacated by Board member Mary Kadera.


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Events

The Arlington Festival of the Arts returns to Clarendon this weekend, bringing back its free outdoor arts showcase for an 11th year.

The annual festival — featuring paintings, sculptures, jewelry and photography from over 125 artists — will take place from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. this Saturday and Sunday at 1051 N. Highland Street.


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A Virginia State Police chase through Fairfax County ended in a fleeing vehicle striking a Metrobus and a minivan near Fairlington on Saturday.

No passengers were on board the bus and the driver was uninjured, while the minivan driver was hospitalized for injuries that were not life-threatening, according to a press release.


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With beautiful weather and tables loaded with local goods, the new Green Valley farmers market’s second week in business attracted a host of vendors and shoppers.

The market’s opening day earlier this month had been marred by a combination of cold and rainy weather. On Friday, however, plentiful sunshine and temperatures in the 70s — combined with plentiful fresh produce and ready-to-eat offerings — made for an almost picture-perfect evening from 4-7 p.m.


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Bike racks, an ART bus, a bench, the Clarendon Metro station and a friendly dog outside Trader Joe’s (staff photo by Katie Taranto)

Dispute Leads to Brandishing, Hit and Run — “The two male victims and the two male suspects, who are known to each other, became engaged in a verbal dispute outside a residential building. The dispute escalated when Suspect One attempted to strike one of the victims and brandished what appeared to be a firearm. The two suspects then entered a vehicle and attempted to flee the scene during which they struck the other victim with their vehicle, described as a white sedan, before leaving the area. No injuries were reported.” [ACPD]

Immigration Arrests in Arlington — “Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) arrested two men for felony charges in Arlington, Virginia, according to X posts by the ICE Washington bureau on Saturday. Francisco Reyes-Ramirez from El Salvador was charged with felony drug possession and distribution charges and faces removal from the United States, according to ICE.” [WJLA]

Va. Dems Campaign Against Musk — “Virginia Democrats vying to shield their statehouse majority and flip the governor’s mansion in November raised millions of dollars more than Republicans in the first three months of 2025, according to newly released campaign finance reports, securing a cash advantage in their pursuit of voters frustrated with Republican tech billionaire Elon Musk.” [Associated Press]

Dems Planning Another Town Hall — “Back by popular demand – the Arlington Democrats are hosting a Federal Employees & Contractors Town Hall featuring an expert panel at Arlington Central Library on May 6th from 6-8pm.” [Arlington Democrats/X]

Migratory Bird Event Returns — “Tiny hummingbirds and fierce osprey are some of the many birds migrating northward this spring. Come learn about these and other fabulous flyers with hands-on activities, games, crafts, bird walks and more at this bilingual event on Sat., May 10 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Lacey Woods Park. Free!” [Arlington County]

It’s Monday — Expect partly sunny conditions and a high of 71°F with southeast winds at 8-11 mph. There is a slight chance of rain later in the day. Showers are more likely after 8pm, with mostly cloudy skies and a low of 63°F. Nighttime winds range from 5-9 mph, with gusts up to 18 mph. There is a 40% chance of precipitation. [NWS]

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