The Marshall Statesmen and Wakefield Warriors on Monday (Jan. 13) played another of their low-scoring, physical boys basketball games that sometimes resemble a hard-checking NHL-playoff match.
Host Wakefield won the Liberty District seesaw high-school contest, 35-34, when Marshall’s Osteen Fraser failed to sink a baseline jump shot at the buzzer.
A contest-within-the-contest played out Monday (Jan. 13) when the Wakefield Warriors hosted the Marshall Statesmen in Liberty District boys basketball action.
Wakefield won the physical, low-scoring, seesaw high-school clash, 35-34.
May is Business Appreciation Month,, and the BizLaunch team is recognizing Arlington’s small business community with opportunities to connect, learn and discover new pathways for growth. Entrepreneurs are invited to take part in two upcoming events designed to foster collaboration and open doors to new business opportunities.
AANHPI Entrepreneurs Gather for Brunch and Business: Power in Unity
Arlington’s Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) business community will come together for Brunch and Business: Power in Unity on Monday, May 18, from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the Hyatt Regency Crystal City, 2799 Richmond Hwy. in Arlington.
Hosted by Arlington Economic Development’s BizLaunch team, the event brings AANHPI entrepreneurs, small business advocates and community leaders together for conversation, connection and shared learning. Guided by the theme Power in Unity, the gathering highlights how diverse cultures, perspectives and experiences strengthen Arlington’s small business ecosystem.
Attendees will hear from four local business owners during a moderated panel discussion, engage in meaningful dialogue and expand their professional networks. The event is designed to foster collaboration, celebrate AANHPI leadership and support continued growth across Arlington’s business community.
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A study on turning Route 1 into a bike- and pedestrian-friendly “urban boulevard” through Crystal City has concluded, teeing up big-ticket changes in years to come.
Last night (Tuesday), the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) presented the Phase 2 findings of a study on plans to bring the commuter route — which is currently elevated between 20th Street S. and 12th Street S. — down to street level.
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A day of community service this weekend aims to celebrate the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
The eighth annual MLK Day of Service this Saturday, Jan. 18 will host volunteer projects supporting over 20 Volunteer Arlington partners.
Join us at Surfside Tenleytown for a Cinco de Mayo celebration you won’t want to miss! 🌮✨ An event for the whole family! Enjoy classic margaritas, Happy Hour specials, and buy two, get one free tacos (all day, dine-in only), along with face painting and balloon twisting from 3:30–7:30pm and live music from 5–10pm. Reserve your table today on Resy!
The Arlington food scene is ringing in the new year with National Zoo-inspired panda treats, Peruvian fusion dishes, raw fish tacos and more.
By OLIVIA DIAZ Associated Press/Report for America
RICHMOND, Va. (AP) — The Virginia House of Delegates passed resolutions on Tuesday enshrining rights to abortion, voting and marriage equality in a critical step for Democrats hoping to amend the state’s constitution next year.
Plans for over 1,200 additional homes have been added to an already sizeable proposal to expand Pentagon City’s RiverHouse development.
JBG Smith now proposes to add a whopping 2,785 housing units to the apartment complex on S. Joyce Street — a hefty increase to a recent proposal draft that called for 1,515 more units.
A change in leadership but no change in focus is the 2025 plan for the Arlington NAACP.
“We must continue to speak, to act. We need every voice, every hand, every heart,” said the Rev. Dr. DeLishia Davis, who on Sunday night (Jan. 12) formally was installed for a two-year term as the organization’s president.
Arlington Still Has Highest Rent — “The Zumper Washington, DC Metro Report analyzed active listings last month across metro cities… Arlington, VA ranked as the most expensive city with one-bedrooms priced at $2,390. Washington, DC was the second priciest with rent at $2,330. Alexandria, VA ranked third with rent at $2,080.” [Zumper]
County Preps for Inauguration — “Arlington County Government Office and Facilities will be closed on Monday, January 20, 2025, in observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day/Inauguration Day… The Arlington County Police Department will deploy increased police resources in Arlington County, to include both visible and non-visible assets, leading up to and during Inauguration Day.” [ACPD]
Pentagon Station to Close Monday — “Pentagon Station and Pentagon Transit Center have been added to the list of closures for Inauguration Day, January 20.” [Twitter, WMATA]
No Arlington Eateries on This List — “We’ve scoured the region to compile a list of the hottest new restaurants opening soon in a town near you. Here are 10 newcomers we’re excited for in 2025.” [Northern Virginia Magazine]
Biden Parties in Falls Church — From NBC’s Gary Grumbach on Monday: “Jimmy Buffett, the Gin Blossoms, and now Joe Biden… Tonight, the President is attending a celebration of a historic four years with his staff at the historic State Theater in Falls Church, the White House says.” [Twitter]
Wanted Suspect Arrested –From Dave Statter: “The scene a little while ago after @ArlingtonVaPD
go after a man reported wanted for felonies in another jurisdiction. Other people in the red car were detained. This was at the Shelton on S. 24th St. in Green Valley.” [Bluesky]
Coworking Provider Acquired — “Real estate-services firm CBRE Group is taking control of the co-working firm Industrious, a sign of the property market’s renewed interest in shared workspace as more employees return to the office.” [WSJ, BusinessWire]
Compass Coffee Feud — “The co-founders of the popular Compass Coffee chain in Washington have severed ties, with the company’s former chief executive accusing its owner of fraudulently misusing pandemic relief funds in a lawsuit filed Monday.” [Washington Post]
It’s Wednesday — Expect sunny skies with highs near 30 and northwest winds of 14 to 16 mph, gusting up to 31 mph. The night will be mostly clear with lows around 17, as northwest winds decrease to 6 to 11 mph, with gusts up to 18 mph. [NWS]
The League of Women Voters of Arlington and Alexandria City, in partnership with Arlington County Public Library, invites you to an open discussion on managing local government in a changing environment.
Join Arlington County Manager Mark Schwartz and Alexandria City Manager Jim Parajon for a conversation about how local governments are adapting to shifts in federal funding and changes at the state level. The discussion will explore how these evolving conditions may impact local priorities, services, and decision-making in our communities.
