Legal Notice

Notice: Order of Publication for Civil Claim in General District Court

By Public Notices

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.

DATE: July 15, 2025

Darby Garner

DEPUTY CLERK

July 16, July 23 & July 30, 2025

Aug 6, 2025

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Around Town

ARLnow Daily Debrief for Jul 29, 2025

By ARLnow.com

Good Tuesday 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 — Jul 29, 2025.

📅 Upcoming events

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

☀️ Wednesday’s forecast

Expect sunny, hot conditions with temperatures reaching a high near 98 and heat index values up to 103. A calm wind will shift to 5 to 7 mph from the south in the afternoon. For Wednesday night, it will be mostly clear with a low of around 77 and a south wind at 6 mph. See more from Weather.gov.

💡 Quote of the Day

“The only thing standing between you and your goal is the story you keep telling yourself as to why you can’t achieve it.”
– Jordan Belfort

🌅 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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Just Reduced Properties in Arlington: September 23, 2026

By Sponsor

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 September 21, there are 192 detached homes, 71 townhouses and 307 condos for sale throughout Arlington County. In total, 39 homes experienced a price reduction in the past week, including:

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. 

News

LGBTQ+ advocates urge APS to defy federal challenges to transgender policies

By Dan Egitto
LBGTQ+ advocates at an Arlington County Board meeting on Jan. 27, 2025 (courtesy of Kellen MacBeth)

Two LGBTQ+ advocacy groups are calling for Arlington Public Schools to defy federal attempts to dismantle the school system’s anti-discrimination policy for transgender students.

Both Equality Arlington and the Arlington Gender Identity Alliance (AGIA) issued statements this week on the results of a U.S. Department of Education investigation into five Northern Virginia school districts.

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Event

Haunt: Dark Encounters

Event poster advertising Haunt: Dark Encounters tickets on sale now, Oct 3–30, 2026 (Fridays, Saturdays, select Sundays).

Event location

Workhouse Arts Center

9518 Workhouse Way

Lorton, Virginia 22079

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One of Northern Virginia's favorite Halloween traditions is back for the 13th year. Think you’re ready for one of the area’s scariest haunted experiences?

Haunt: Dark Encounters at the Workhouse Arts Center is happening in Lorton, Virginia from October 3 – 30, 2026—and this year, you never know what’s waiting around the next corner. Step inside and there’s no telling what you’ll find. Strange sounds. Unexpected scares. And just when you think you’re in the clear…think again. Bring your bravest friends, because this is one fall night you won’t soon forget.— Haunt: Dark Encounters at the Workhouse Arts Center in Lorton, Va.

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Around Town

Sauna studio with monthly memberships plans Clarendon location

By Katie Taranto
Signage for Perspire Sauna Studio in Clarendon (staff photo by Katie Taranto)

A sauna franchise is preparing to open a studio in Clarendon.

Perspire Sauna Studio is in development across the street from the Clarendon Metro station, according to public records and new storefront signage. The company claims that its infrared sauna and therapy services, available in packages and monthly memberships, come with numerous health benefits.

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Around Town

Rare Bird Coffee Roasters plans new location in Westover

By Katie Taranto
5870 Washington Blvd in Westover (staff photo by Katie Taranto)

Westover may soon be home to the second location of a popular Falls Church cafe.

The owners of Rare Bird Coffee Roasters have applied for a permit to open a new location at 5870 Washington Blvd, in the same strip mall as Village Sweet and Stray Cat Cafe. They plan to fill a vacancy left by the former Westover Cleaners.

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News

Metro funding could emerge as divisive issue in Arlington County Board race

By Scott McCaffrey
The entrance to the Pentagon City Metro station (staff photo by Jared Serre)

The cost of funding Metro service may be one of the issues taking center stage in this year’s race for Arlington County Board.

The five candidates on the Nov. 4 ballot have a variety of competing views on how much, if any, additional local funding should be provided for regional transit service.

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Schools

Unpaid debt for school meals leaves APS $250K short at fiscal year’s end

By Scott McCaffrey
Lunch preparation (by Obi/Unsplash)

Arlington Public Schools ended the 2024-25 school year with nearly a quarter-million dollars in uncollected debt for student meals.

School Board members authorized the transfer of $248,523 in funding to cover the shortfall on Thursday. Of that total, about 80% was from students who have graduated, while the remainder was from students classified as inactive, according to a staff report.

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Obituary

Arlington woman killed in five-vehicle crash remembered as ‘beam of pizzazz’

By Jared Serre
Suzie Colbert (photo via Unger Horner Funeral Home)

An Arlington 60-year-old who died in a five-vehicle wreck on the Capital Beltway last week is remembered by many for her kindness and vibrant spirit.

Family, friends and acquaintances recall Suzanne K. “Suzie” Colbert as a world traveler, a devoted football fan, a “beam of pizzazz” and a “ray of sunshine with a contagious smile and a zest for life.”

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