A proposal to replace two single-family homes in Falls Church with 12 townhouses is facing pushback from local officials and planning staff.
Developer Madison Homes is seeking to rezone a 0.5-acre site on the 100 block of S. Lee Street to allow for the project, which would involve demolishing one home built in the 1920s and another built in the 1970s.
Khan Suri Recounts Arrest — “”I saw a guy, masked, jumped out of this car, and then he said, ‘Are you Badar?’ I was shocked,” Badar Khan Suri told a town hall crowd at a Busboys and Poets on 14th Street NW Tuesday night. “How he knows my name? He was masked, he was not wearing any kind of uniform, no badges, nothing, he looked like a proper militia guy. How he knows my name? I said, I was, like, petrified.” Agents arrested Khan Suri outside his home in Arlington, Virginia, in March.” [NBC 4]
New Energy Center in Va. Square — “NuScale Power Corporation, the industry-leading provider of proprietary and innovative advanced small modular reactor (SMR) nuclear technology, today announced the opening of its latest Energy Exploration (E2) Center™ – the largest of its kind in the United States. Established in partnership with George Mason University’s College of Engineering and Computing, the E2 Center is located in George Mason’s new Fuse building at Mason Square in Arlington.” [Press Release]
New Commander at JBMHH — U.S. Army Col. Keith Sandoval succeeded Col. Tasha Lowery as commander of Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall during a change-of-command ceremony held Wednesday at Conmy Hall. Col. Lowery served as commander of the joint Army-Marine base since May 2023. Representing Arlington at the ceremony was County Board member Julius “J.D.” Spain, Sr. –Scott McCaffrey
New Daycare in Ballston — “Monday Properties… today announced that Two Birds, a Reggio Emilia-inspired childcare and preschool for infants and children, birth through pre-kindergarten, has signed a 10,824-square-foot, 15-year lease at Three Ballston Plaza. Monday Properties recently completed a comprehensive renovation of the lobby and arrival experience at its 16-story premier office tower.” [Press Release]
New Sheriff’s Deputies — “Tuesday, June 3, 2025, seven new deputies of the Arlington County Sheriff’s Office (ACSO) graduated yesterday from the Northern Virginia Criminal Justice Training Academy (NVCJTA) as part of Session 152.”[ACSO]
Robbery Along Langston Blvd — “At approximately 9:12 a.m., the male victim was in the area of Langston Boulevard and N. Glebe Road with the male suspect and female suspect, who are known to him, when the male suspect allegedly stole the victim’s wallet. The suspects then attempted to run from the area during which the victim confronted them. The male suspect made threatening statements towards the victim before both suspects fled the scene. No injuries were reported.” [ACPD]
Video: Crash on I-395 — “PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT: Making a left turn on an interstate highway may be hazardous to your health and to the people around you. Someone didn’t want to miss their exit on I-395S at Exit 8C. No serious injuries. The crashes are fewer thanks to @VaDOTNOVA’s improvements, but they still happen.” [Dave Statter/X]
Va. Senators Blast GOP Budget — “U.S. Sens. Mark R. Warner and Tim Kaine (both D-VA) today responded to a new analysis from the nonpartisan Congressional Budget Office (CBO) revealing that 16 million Americans would lose their health insurance under the Republican tax plan.” [Press Release]
It’s Thursday — Expect mostly cloudy conditions with a high near 86 and south winds between 6 to 8 mph. Thursday night will also be mostly cloudy with a low around 65 and south winds from 3 to 7 mph. [NWS]
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 August 31, there are 175 detached homes, 60 townhouses and 249 condos for sale throughout Arlington County. In total, 42 homes experienced a price reduction in the past week, including:
6022 26th Street N., 22207 – NOW: $1,475,000 (Reduced: $20,000 on 8/28)
1200 S. Cleveland Street, 22204 – NOW: $990,000 (Reduced: $50,000 on 8/28)
2417 Washington Boulevard, 22201 – NOW: $949,000 (Reduced: $25,000 on 8/29)
2544-D S. Arlington Mill Drive, 22206 – NOW: $639,000 (Reduced $26,000 on 8/29)
1805 Crystal Drive Unit 1010S, 22202 – NOW: $559,000 (Reduced: $16,000 on 8/28)
5548 Langston Boulevard Unit 43-E, 22207 – NOW: $549,000 (Reduced: $11,000 on 8/28)
2994 S. Columbus Street Unit B1, 22206 – NOW: $325,000 (Reduced: $10,000 on 8/28)
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.
The Arlington Housing Choice Voucher Program Public Hearing Announcement
The Arlington Housing Choice Voucher Program
5-Year PHA Plan for 2025-2029 and 2025 Annual PHA Plan
Now available for review and public comment!
These plans are available for public review on our website at www.arlingtonva.us/AHCVP-plans and available for distribution at the Arlington County Department of Human Services (DHS) main office located at 2100 Washington Blvd. 3rd floor Arlington, VA 22204 Monday -Friday from 8 a.m.-5 p.m EDT.
A public hearing regarding these plans is scheduled for Friday, July 25, 2025, from 4:00-5:30 p.m. at DHS located at 2100 Washington Blvd. lower-level auditorium Arlington, VA 22204. The public may also submit written comments prior to the public hearing by emailing [email protected] with the subject line, “Public comment AHCVP Plans”.
If you or anyone in your family requires language interpretation services and/or is a person with disabilities and require a specific accommodation to fully utilize our programs and services, please contact the AHCVP office at 703-228-1450/TTY: 703-228-2737.
Starting September 14, EvolveAll is opening its Columbia Pike studio for a full week of free trial classes — and this time, the whole family is invited to show up.
The studio’s Intro Week returns with no-strings-attached access to its complete class lineup. Kids ages 5-15 can join Youth Martial Arts classes built around discipline, focus, and age-appropriate self-defense skills. Adults have the run of the full adult program — Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Striking, Boxing, Capoeira, Tai Chi Chuan, Self-Defense, Women’s Only Jiu Jitsu, MOTR Pilates, Yoga, and Fitness Bootcamp.
Good Wednesday 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 — Jun 4, 2025.
Here is what’s going on Thursday in Arlington, from our event calendar.
Expect mostly cloudy conditions with a high near 86 and south winds between 6 to 8 mph. Thursday night will also be mostly cloudy with a low around 65 and south winds ranging from 3 to 7 mph. See more from Weather.gov.
“The best way to predict your future is to create it.”
– Peter Drucker
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The 6th Annual Boulevard Manor Neighborhood Yard Sale returns on Saturday, October 3 from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM. More than 30 homes across the neighborhood will have items out for sale, from furniture and tools to kids' items, kitchen goods, vintage finds, and more. A free shopper map will be available at magnificentmanors.com/ysmap the week before the event so you can plan your route. This is one of South Arlington's favorite fall traditions and a wonderful morning for the whole family. No admission, no registration required to shop. Just come and enjoy the neighborhood.
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Crandal Mackey was born in a Confederate field ambulance at the conclusion of the Civil War, and lived long enough to catch the first glimpses of the space race.
A collection event for frequently banned books brought dozens of new titles to a Rock Spring church’s library last month.
The collaboration between Rock Spring Congregational United Church of Christ and One More Page Books led to 84 more titles joining the shelves at the church’s Rohrer Memorial Library.
The founder of a beloved LGBTQ+ bar in Crystal City is getting married to his longtime partner on a float at D.C.’s WorldPride Parade this Saturday.
Freddie’s Beach Bar owner Freddie Lutz and his partner of 28 years, Johnny Cervantes, plan to tie the knot in bride-and-groom-inspired tuxedos atop a special Freddie’s display featuring a chapel.
A new charity fundraiser is calling for pet owners to submit pictures of their furry friends for a chance to be featured on limited-edition beer cans.
The Animal Welfare League of Arlington is teaming up with The Board Room brewery in Lyon Park to host a pet photo competition. Through Monday, June 30, the Rescue Brew Pet Photo Contest will accept pictures in the categories of cats, dogs and other “small companions.”
A townhouse is on fire in the Douglas Park neighborhood, sending a plume of dark smoke into the otherwise clear blue sky.
Firefighters from Arlington and other neighboring jurisdictions are battling the blaze on the 1600 block of S. Taylor Street, north of Shirlington, trying to prevent it from spreading to adjacent units. Initial reports suggest a fire outside of the home spread inside.
There’s something a little bit magical about picking up a foil for the first time — or drawing back a bow and watching your arrow fly true. It’s why fencing and archery have such a hold on kids and adults alike: real focus, real skill, and a thrill you don’t get from the usual sports lineup.
This fall, Nova Fencing & Archery Club in Bailey’s Crossroads is opening registration for both, with beginner classes for every age starting the week of September 12th. Fencing welcomes ages 7 to 12 and teens and adults 13 and up. Explore Archery, coached by USA Archery certified instructors, welcomes ages 8 to 12 and meets Tuesdays or Saturdays. And for our youngest fencers, ages 4 to 6, ABC’s of Fencing meets on Saturdays. All classes run eight sessions for $195, equipment provided, no experience needed — yes, even for grown-ups who’ve never held a sword or a bow before.
