Coming off a successful season last fall, the Arlington Youth Football Club is looking forward to more good things in the upcoming 2026 campaign as competition begins next month.
Practice began for the league on Aug. 11. Games are scheduled to kick off Saturday, Sept. 12 at Wakefield High School from 3-9 p.m. The season runs until early November.
A church that has been part of the Glencarlyn neighborhood for more than 130 years is about to close its doors.
St. John’s Episcopal Church will hold its last regular worship service on Sunday, Aug. 30 at 9 a.m. A final community service of thanksgiving is planned for mid-September.
Having a stable place to live can make a huge difference when it comes to a person’s health, finances, and overall well-being. That’s why Arlington County is making updates to the Housing Grants Program that are designed to keep this important resource available for eligible community members now and in the years ahead.
Beginning October 2026, new admissions to the Housing Grants Program will be managed through a waitlist process. The change is intended to help keep the program financially sustainable while continuing to provide housing support to community members who qualify.
The most important thing current participants should know is this: they will not lose assistance because of the waitlist change alone. Participants may continue receiving support as long as they remain eligible and meet program requirements.
What Does This Mean for Arlingtonians Today?
For most community members, no action is required at this time. However, households that may be eligible for the Housing Grants Program are encouraged to apply while new admissions remain open through September 30, 2026. Additional information about the future waitlist registration process will be shared before the pre-registration period opens in October.
The upcoming waitlist will create a fair and transparent way to manage future admissions when demand is greater than available funding, helping ensure the program remains available to eligible households over the long term.
Who Can Qualify for the Housing Grants Program?
The Housing Grants Program continues to serve eligible Arlington households, including:
As part of recent program updates, households applying under the disability category must be deemed totally and permanently disabled and provide documentation showing receipt of qualifying disability benefits, such as Supplemental Security Income (SSI) or Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI).
Community members who may qualify are encouraged to apply before September 30, 2026, while admissions remain open.
Support Will Be Available Every Step of the Way
The Department of Human Services is preparing additional resources to help community members understand changes and access support. Updated information, application guidance, and answers to frequently asked questions will be added to the Housing Grants Program website.
The Department is also working with Arlington Public Library locations to provide additional assistance. Library staff will be trained to help community members access information and complete applications when the new process launches. Language assistance and disability accommodations will also be available.
While some parts of the Housing Grants Program are changing, Arlington County’s commitment to housing stability and equity remains the same. For now, current participants can continue receiving assistance if they remain eligible, and households interested in the program are encouraged to learn more and apply before September 30, 2026, while new admissions are still being accepted.
Want to learn more about the Housing Grants Program? Visit www.arlingtonva.us/housing-grants or call the Arlington County Department of Human Services at 703-228-1350.
Arlington Climbs Wealth Rankings — Arlington had six ZIP codes among the region’s 25 wealthiest, tying D.C. for the most, according to new Business Journals rankings. Arlington’s 22205 (Westover, Broyhill Heights and Dominion Hills) ranked fifth overall, behind Del Ray at No. 4. [WBJ]
Another Cyclist Struck — A cyclist was struck and seriously injured yesterday afternoon on the 1700 block of N. Quebec Street, north of Washington-Liberty High School, and was taken to a hospital by medics. It follows another cyclist struck in Bluemont on Monday. [ARLnow/X]
County Responds to ICE Incident — “Federal immigration enforcement is the responsibility of the federal government, and Arlington County does not have the legal authority to regulate or intervene… ACPD was not present during the incident on August 11 involving Mr. Jose Mejia Hernandez, although the County is aware of his story.” [Arlington County]
Same ICE Agents Suspected — “We’re certainly very concerned that it’s the same group of ICE agents running the corridor along Columbia Pike that have been involved in it,” Rep. Don Beyer (D-Va.) said, tying the Bailey’s Crossroads gun incident to an Arlington arrest that hospitalized a man. [FFXnow]
Rights When Encountering ICE — “Even if it’s a calm exchange between an officer and a person, take out the phone and start recording,” said Anuscè Sanai of the immigrant advocacy group Ayuda. Local attorneys said everyone has the right to remain silent, but interfering with an arrest can bring charges. [Washingtonian]
APS Reassures Immigrant Families — “We know that recent immigration enforcement activity in our area is causing fear, uncertainty and stress for some members of our community… APS does not ask for or require information about a student’s immigration or legal status,” Superintendent Francisco Durán said in a message to families. [APS]
Fixes Planned After DCA Scare — The FAA plans to move air-traffic control antennas, boost radio signals and add controller training after an Aug. 4 incident in which Marine One and an American Airlines regional jet came too close near Reagan National. The aircraft were 1.06 miles apart laterally, an FAA review found. [WSJ]
Prince Harry Lays Wreath — “On Aug. 19, 2026, Prince Harry participated in a public wreath-laying ceremony at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier at Arlington National Cemetery.” The cemetery shared Army video of the ceremony. [ANC/X]
Falls Church Names Manager — The City Council has selected Seth Hendler-Voss as the next city manager, pending a vote Monday. He was chosen from more than 80 applicants in a five-month search to replace Wyatt Shields, who is retiring after 23 years. [City of Falls Church]
Best of Falls Church Revealed — “This year, 45 winners earned a place among the Best of Falls Church. And nobody made a bigger entrance than Stratford Garden, winner of both Best New Restaurant and Best New Business.” Dogwood Tavern and Clare & Don’s Beach Shack also took two awards apiece. [FCNP]
Guilty in Metro Chase Death — An Alexandria woman, 19, was found guilty of involuntary manslaughter and assault and battery in the death of a man struck by a train at the Potomac Yard Metro station last September. Jurors found she and her then-girlfriend chased and attacked him before he jumped onto the tracks. [ALXnow]
It’s Friday — Expect mostly sunny skies today with a high near 83 and a northeast wind around 6 mph. Rain chances return tonight, with a 70% chance of showers and thunderstorms and a low around 69. [NWS]
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Good Thursday 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 — Aug 20, 2026.
Here is what’s going on Friday in Arlington, from our event calendar.
It will be mostly sunny with a high of 82°F, with a north wind turning east in the afternoon at about 6 mph. Friday night brings increasing clouds and a 70% chance of showers and thunderstorms, especially after 2 a.m., with a low around 69°F and light east winds. Rainfall could range from a tenth to a quarter of an inch, with possibly more during thunderstorms. See more from Weather.gov.
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– Franklin D. Roosevelt
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A Shirlington Italian restaurant is shutting its doors for repairs after flooding earlier this month.
Corso Italian will be closed at 4024 Campbell Avenue for an uncertain period of time after flooding on Aug. 2 caused “significant damage” to a dining room and the basement, owner Jill Erber wrote in a letter to customers yesterday (Wednesday).
After a cross-country journey and a recent brush with animal control, a man who arrived in Arlington with three goats finally made it to D.C.
However, he didn’t stay for long and he only has two goats with him now.
A Severe Thunderstorm Watch and a Tornado Watch have been issued for Arlington, Falls Church and much of the D.C. area.
The tornado watch was issued around 3 p.m., about a half hour after the storm watch. Both watches are in effect until 10 p.m.
Falls Church will be hosting another sip-and-stroll program this weekend, looking to build on the success of a concept that debuted in June.
The city’s second Little City Sips event will take place on Saturday from 5-10 p.m. in an area bounded by W. Broad Street, Park Avenue, Little Falls Street and N. Washington Street.
With some key football players returning and others stepping up to replace graduates, the Washington-Liberty Generals are optimistic about having a fourth straight winning season.
The high school team is scheduled to open the 2026 campaign on the road on Friday, Aug. 28 at 4 p.m., facing the Bishop O’Connell Knights in an all-Arlington public-vs.-private-school clash.
