One of Clarendon’s most storied nightlife brands is back after a five-year hiatus.
Mister Days Sports Rock Cafe opened its doors yesterday (Monday) at 1101 N. Highland Street — directly across the street from its former location, which closed in 2019.
A new traffic signal near Barrett Elementary School is on track to be installed early next year.
A work crew was at the intersection of N. George Mason Drive and N. Park Drive yesterday afternoon (Monday) as the county replaces the crossing’s rapid flashing beacon with a four-way traffic light.
No matter your age, having a will is one of the most important steps you can take to protect your family. A properly prepared will ensures your wishes are carried out, helps reduce family disputes, and can make the estate administration process much smoother.
Unfortunately, many Virginians make avoidable mistakes that can create unnecessary stress and expense for their loved ones. Here are five of the most common.
Online templates and DIY wills may seem like an easy way to save money, but they often create bigger problems later. Virginia law has specific requirements for a valid will, including proper signatures and witness requirements. Even small mistakes can leave a will open to challenges or delay the administration of an estate.
A will shouldn’t be something you create once and forget. Marriage, divorce, the birth of a child or grandchild, buying a home, or losing a loved one can all affect your estate plan.
Reviewing your will every few years—or after a major life event—helps ensure it still reflects your wishes and keeps your loved ones protected.
Virginia no longer has a state estate tax, but federal estate taxes may still affect larger estates. As home values and investments continue to grow, more families may find themselves closer to the federal exemption than they expected.
Planning ahead can help minimize tax consequences and preserve more of your estate for your beneficiaries.
For parents, a will does more than distribute assets—it allows you to name a guardian for your minor children. Without that designation, a court may ultimately decide who will care for them.
Many families also choose to establish a trust so inherited assets can be managed responsibly until children reach an age or milestone they determine is appropriate.
Your executor is responsible for carrying out your wishes, paying debts, and distributing your assets. Selecting someone who is organized, trustworthy, and capable of handling those responsibilities is just as important as deciding who inherits your property.
It’s also essential to clearly identify your beneficiaries. Vague language or outdated information can create confusion and, in some cases, disputes among family members.
A will is only one part of a comprehensive estate plan. Depending on your circumstances, you may also benefit from:
Together, these documents can help protect your finances, outline your healthcare wishes, and simplify matters for your family if you’re ever unable to make decisions yourself.
A well-prepared estate plan provides peace of mind for both you and your loved ones. By avoiding these common mistakes and keeping your documents up to date, you can help ensure your wishes are honored while reducing stress for your family in the future.
If it’s been several years since you’ve reviewed your will—or you’ve never created one—it may be time to speak with an experienced Virginia estate planning attorney about your options.
At PJI Law, PLC, we work with clients across Fairfax and Northern Virginia to build estate plans that reflect their intentions and align with Virginia law. Our estate planning attorneys take the time to review your assets, beneficiary designations, business interests, and family structure so your plan works as intended.
Whether you’re creating your first will or revisiting an existing one, our team will help you avoid the mistakes that can undermine your entire estate plan.
Call (703) 865-6100 or contact us online to schedule your complimentary consultation today.
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Common ground remains elusive in the proposal to redevelop the Melwood site near Crystal City.
At a Nov. 18 meeting, representatives for Melwood and Wesley Housing said they had come up with changes to reduce impacts on the surrounding neighborhood. The revisions also pay homage to the current building, which began life in 1923 as Nelly Custis Elementary School.
Families will also have the opportunity to tour the Dojo, meet our team, learn about our coding programs and camps, and take advantage of special Open House enrollment offers.
Admission is free, but registration is encouraged.
Some road closures are planned for Thanksgiving as locals lace up sneakers — and, in some cases, don costumes — for a yearly morning race.
A couple thousand people are expected to participate in the Arlington Turkey Trot on Thursday, leading to road closures in Lyon Park and Ashton Heights. The yearly 5K race will kick off at 8 a.m. near the Lyon Park Community Center at 414 N. Fillmore Street.
Join the Rosslyn BID and Arlington Arts at the 34th Rosslyn Jazz Fest 2026 featuring live jazz, food trucks, local vendors, and family-friendly activities in the heart of Rosslyn! This year’s lineup is bringing a diverse mix of performers and bands redefining the jazz music genre including Plena Libre, Sally Baby’s Silver Dollars, Parlor Greens, and Dogo du Togo & the Alagaa Beat Band.
Man Breaks Into Clarendon Business — “At approximately 2:30 a.m. on November 24, police were dispatched to the report of a burglary in progress. Upon arrival, it was determined the male suspect allegedly gained entry into a closed business… No items were reported stolen. [The suspect], 27, of Arlington, VA was arrested and charged with Unlawful Entry and Public Intoxication.” [ACPD]
Investment for Local Startup — “EarthOptics, an Arlington soil monitoring startup fresh off its merger with a lab-analysis firm, has landed a $24 million investment to scale its tech and expand nationally… It brings EarthOptics’ total outside investment to $79.1 million since its founding in 2018, according to Crunchbase.” [WBJ]
Thanksgiving Closures in Arlington — “Arlington County Government offices and services are operating on modified schedules for the Thanksgiving holiday, Thursday, Nov. 28 and Friday, Nov. 29, 2024. Recycling/Trash/Organics Curbside Routes – No collection on Thanksgiving Day. Thursday routes run on Friday, Nov. 29; Friday routes run on Saturday, Nov. 30.” [Arlington County]
Closures and Events in F.C. — “In observance of Thanksgiving… City services and programs will operate on a modified schedule; A variety of events kick off the holiday season.” [City of Falls Church]
Another Official Leaving City — “Falls Church City Manager Wyatt Shields announced this week that long-time City Planning Director Jim Snyder will be retiring this coming January… The ‘brain drain’ among three leaders at City Hall who played instrumental roles in the last decade’s extraordinary developments in the City has left some at City Hall concerned, the News-Press has learned.” [FCNP]
It’s Tuesday — Expect rain mainly before 7am, followed by mostly cloudy skies until mid-morning. The skies will then gradually clear, and the temperature will reach a high near 61°F. West winds will blow at 9 to 14 mph, gusting up to 25 mph. There’s a 60% chance of precipitation, and any new rainfall will likely be less than a tenth of an inch. Tuesday night will be mostly clear with a low temperature around 36°F, accompanied by a northwest wind at 5 to 7 mph. [NWS]
Good Monday 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 — Nov 25, 2024.
Here is what’s going on Tuesday in Arlington, from our event calendar.
Expect rain mainly before 7am, followed by mostly cloudy skies until mid-morning. The skies will then gradually clear, and the temperature will reach a high near 61°F. West winds will blow at 9 to 14 mph, gusting up to 25 mph. There’s a 60% chance of precipitation, and any new rainfall will likely be less than a tenth of an inch. Tuesday night will be mostly clear with a low temperature around 36°F, accompanied by a northwest wind at 5 to 7 mph. See more from Weather.gov.
“Too many of us are not living our dreams because we are living our fears.”
– Les Brown
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The Arlington Travel Baseball age 10-under Arsenal Blue won the championship at the recent Northern Virginia Travel Baseball League fall World Series at Patriot Park in Fairfax.
The Arsenal Blue opened with a 6-4 win over the Pioneer Legends. The team benefited from timely hitting by Neil Kasyan (three hits, two RBI) along with strong pitching from winner Bryce Keller. Ethan Guthrie pitched in relief and William Epton earned the save.
With longtime Yorktown High School head football coach Bruce Hanson having retired in recent days, Josh Shapiro has moved up to No. 1 on a seniority list.
Shapiro, who has been head coach of the Washington-Liberty Generals for 18 seasons, is now the longest-tenured head coach, by far, of the same team in the 6D North Region.
Arlington was one of the most charitable locales in the country this year, by one measure.
According to data from Charity Navigator, Arlington residents donated $222,835 through the nonprofit’s Giving Basket. With $1.07 donated per capita, by Charity Navigator’s calculation, Arlington ranked first among “medium cities” that donated through the nonprofit.
