Sports

The Yorktown Patriots were busy in recent tournament and dual-match wrestling action — with mixed results.

In a dual high-school meet, Yorktown recorded three pins and two technical falls in a 44-34 loss to the Marshall Statesmen in Liberty District action.


News

Arlington County still hasn’t issued any citations for slippery sidewalks following last week’s snowstorm, despite widespread complaints and lingering ice.

Limited staff and logistical challenges have limited the county’s efforts to answer more than 600 resident complaints after the snowfall, Rachel LaPiana, a spokesperson for the Dept. of Community Planning, Housing and Development, told ARLnow.


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News

Some pedestrian and bicycle advocates are urging Arlington leaders to swing for the fences when crafting the county’s new Transportation Master Plan.

“We need to be transformative,” said Cynthia Palmer, chair of the county’s Bicycle Advisory Committee, which met on Jan. 6 and discussed priorities members believe should be in the transportation plan.


Announcement

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.


Around Town

Over a dozen restaurants in Arlington and Falls Church are slated to participate in Winter Restaurant Week, which returns Monday, Jan. 27 through Sunday, Feb. 2.

Hosted biannually by the Restaurant Association Metropolitan Washington, participating businesses across the D.C. area will offer multi-course, prix-fixe menus, inviting diners to return to their favorite spots — or to try something new.


Event

Join us for the 12th Arlington Triathlon in Memory of Anne Viviani. This youth-only swim-bike-run event for ages 7-15 takes place Sunday, June 7th at Washington-Liberty Aquatics Center. It features a time-trial pool swim, a circuit bike course on closed streets, and an on-road run to the finish on the track. For registration, sponsorship information and more, please visit our website at www.triathlonfamilyusa.com. The race benefits the Arlington Triathlon Club, Arlington’s award-winning, elementary school-based multi-sport training program, the longest-running youth triathlon program of its kind in the country.


Around Town

A handful of new restaurants have landed at Reagan National Airport in recent months.

From fast-casual Mediterranean bowls to grab-and-go snacks curated by chef José Andrés, here are some of the new bites you’ll find past security in 2025.


News

The parade at next week’s presidential inauguration is scheduled to feature a nonprofit based in Clarendon.

Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors, known as TAPS, was selected to participate in the parade to be held down Pennsylvania Avenue next Monday, Jan. 20. The organization works to support families of fallen service members.


News

A proposal to remove a regulatory step for larger at-home daycare centers is scheduled to go before Arlington officials this month.

On the schedule for Planning Commission discussion this week and County Board action on Saturday, Jan. 25, a proposed zoning change would increase the number of children allowed at “family day care homes” before operators need to obtain a use permit.


News
“Snowmen on 15th Street” (courtesy Clarita Mrena )

Endangered Missing Person — “ACPD is seeking the public’s assistance locating 76 y/o Heather… last seen in the 2400 block of S. Queen St. She is considered critically missing due to mental &/or physical health concerns.” [Facebook]

Odd Crash on Camera — From Dave Statter: “There’s a lot going on here. A blue and a white SUV were driving side-by-side on the I-395N express lanes by the Pentagon. The white SUV then drove through the gates and went northbound in the southbound lanes. The blue SUV -on the correct side of the Jersey barrier – stopped in the left lane. Was he warning the other driver they were on the wrong side? Don’t know.” [Twitter]

Architect Profiled for DCA Work — “Erica Donnelly can breeze through security at Reagan National Airport … Donnelly is an architect with design firm PGAL, which has a branch in Alexandria, Virginia. The branch has a focus on aviation architecture, and for more than 35 years, has been part of many design projects at Reagan National and Dulles International airports. She’s most proud of the work she did at Reagan National’s new North Concourse, which opened in 2021.” [WTOP]

Nominees Sought for Wakefield HOF — Nominations are being accepted through Saturday, Feb. 1 for the Wakefield High School Hall of Fame’s Class of 2025. The Hall of Fame recognizes alumni and staff who have made significant contributions to society and who have brought recognition to the school. Nomination forms can be found online. –Scott McCaffrey

List of Local News Outlets — As a public service, we have compiled a list of D.C. area local news publications. Did we forget any? Contact us or let us know in the comments. [ARLnow]

It’s Tuesday — Scattered flurries are expected after 4pm, accompanied by increasing clouds and a high near 32. Winds will be from the northwest at 9 to 11 mph, gusting up to 23 mph. For Tuesday night, expect scattered flurries to stop before 9pm, leading to partly cloudy skies and a low around 19. Northwest winds will be stronger, at 13 to 16 mph, and may gust as high as 30 mph. [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 — Jan 13, 2025.

📅 Upcoming events

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

❄️ Tuesday’s forecast

Scattered flurries are expected after 4pm, accompanied by increasing clouds and a high near 32. Winds will be from the northwest at 9 to 11 mph, gusting up to 23 mph. For Tuesday night, expect scattered flurries to cease before 9pm, leading to partly cloudy skies and a low around 19. Northwest winds will be stronger, at 13 to 16 mph, and may gust as high as 30 mph. See more from Weather.gov.

💡 Quote of the Day

“A ship in harbor is safe, but that is not what ships are built for.”
– John A. Shedd

🌅 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.


Announcement

The Rosslyn Farmers Market brings fresh, locally grown food to the heart of the neighborhood on Wednesdays from 2-6 p.m. beginning on May 6. Located at Central Place Plaza (1800 N Lynn St) and operated in partnership with FRESHFARM, this thoughtfully curated mid-week market connects the community with regional farmers and food producers offering seasonal produce, baked goods, ready-to-eat items, and other local essentials.

Just steps from the Rosslyn Metro station, the market is a convenient destination for Arlington residents, commuters, and visitors searching for a farmers market near Washington, D.C. From farm-fresh vegetables to artisanal breads, the Rosslyn Farmers Market makes it easy to restock your pantry or fridge with dinner-ready staples right in the middle of the workweek.