Arlington police, firefighters and the county’s bomb squad conducted a major investigation in the Westover neighborhood today.
Law enforcement personnel, some in heavy protective gear, could be seen hauling items out of the Fisher House Apartments at 5705 Washington Blvd. Shortly before 3:45 p.m., an arrest was announced in connection to the case.
Say hello to the perfect snuggle buddy and the newest Adoptable Pet of the Week!
Fiona is a brown and white adult dog up for adoption through the Animal Welfare League of Arlington. This girl is currently at the shelter while she awaits her forever home.
Address: 6216 28th Street N
Neighborhood: Berkshire Oakwood
Type: 4 BR, 4 BA single-family detached – 2900 sq. ft.
Open House: Sunday, May 31st from 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM
Listed: $1,425,000
Noteworthy: Extensively Renovated and Reimagined, Seamlessly Blending New and Old
Stunning remodel in Arlington’s sought-after Berkshire Oakwood! Thoughtfully reimagined from top to bottom, this 1948 Cape is like nothing you’ve seen before.
The spacious main level living room features solid Oak hardwoods, a cozy gas fireplace with marble threshold, and natural light from windows on two sides. Just beyond, a showstopping 2023 kitchen renovation offers 42″ white cabinetry, Quartz countertops, all new stainless steel appliances, custom range hood, and new hardwoods throughout. A sun-soaked eat-in nook with built-in bench opens to the jaw-dropping screened porch – added in 2025 with Trex decking, a vaulted tongue and groove ceiling, in-ceiling heaters, and room for both dining and lounging.
The main level bedroom wing offers two generously sized bedrooms and a fully renovated full bath with marble basketweave tile, glass-enclosed shower, dual shower heads, and cheerful wallpaper. Upstairs, two full suites including a true ensuite primary with massive walk-in closet and a luxurious owner’s bath featuring dual sinks, Quartz surround, and a triple-head glass-enclosed shower. A fully finished lower level rec room with full bath is perfect for play, movies, or guests.
Outside, enjoy a new Bluestone patio, brand new fence, and a flat, lushly landscaped yard with year-round privacy. All of this just blocks from Nottingham Elementary in one of North Arlington’s most beloved communities.
Listed by:
Diane Schline – The Diane Schline Group
[email protected]
(703) 258-9439
A longstanding auto repair shop and attached gas station along Langston Blvd have shuttered.
Westover Service Center and the Liberty gas station at 5618 Langston Blvd have closed “for good,” according to a sign affixed to the convenience store door.
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The Liberty Tavern is closed as it undergoes maintenance on the floors and ceilings, among other repairs.
The Clarendon mainstay, open for 17 years, will reopen in about two weeks — around mid-September — after floors, ceiling tiles and bathroom surfaces are updated, co-owner Stephen Fedorchak told ARLnow.
Great music, scripture, and prayer mingle together in this ancient evening service as we celebrate Pride and the all-embracing love of God. Join us for this 45 minute service in the beautiful Saint George’s sanctuary. The prelude begins at 3:45 pm and the service is followed by a festive reception. Everyone is welcome at Saint George’s.
Aside from the week between Christmas and New Year’s, the Friday before Labor Day is one of the quietest days of the year in the D.C. area.
Many are on vacation, but even those still here and working might be, well, checked out for the weekend. On top of that, there’s no school today for Arlington Public Schools and, traditionally, it’s a very slow day for readership on ARLnow.
Labor Day Holiday Closures — County government offices, courts, community centers, schools and other facilities will be closed Monday for the Labor Day holiday. Parking meters will not be enforced. But trash and recycling will be collected as usual. [Arlington County]
Survey Supports Deer Sharpshooting — “Maybe there has been a major change of opinion. Or maybe it was just a different group of people responding. But a new survey of residents by the Arlington County government, focused on the best ways to control the deer population in the county, has come out strongly in favor of the government’s preferred option.” [Gazette Leader]
More Trump Cemetery Fallout — From Rep. Don Beyer (D-Va.): “Our local community knows the Arlington National Cemetery is a place of respect, and attacking people here who are just doing their jobs to protect the dignity of one our most hallowed sites is beyond the pale.” [Twitter, Axios]
Police Investigating Armed Robbery — “At approximately 10:45 p.m. on August 28, police were dispatched to the report of an armed robbery. Upon arrival it was determined that the two female victims were each at their parked vehicles when the male suspect approached Victim One, brandished a firearm and stole her cash. The suspect then approached Victim Two, brandished a firearm and demanded cash. Victim Two yelled and the suspect fled the scene on foot. No injuries were reported.” [ACPD]
Change in Ordinance Wording — “One outgrowth of the Arlington County Board’s Aug. 27 rewrite of its human-rights ordinance was to exorcise the word ‘handicapped’ and replace it with ‘disabled’ throughout the text. The latter word is seen as more appropriate today than the former, County Board member Matt de Ferranti said.” [Gazette Leader]
Airport Catering Layoffs — “LSG Sky Chefs Americas, a caterer and retail provider operating in the aviation industry, plans to lay off 100 workers based out of its office near Reagan National Airport in Arlington. According to a WARN notice filed with the Virginia Employment Commission, Sky Chefs Inc. will terminate the jobs by the end of September.” [Washington Business Journal]
New Owner for Local Restaurant — “Panagiotis Fotopoulos, the new owner of the region’s storied Anthony’s Restaurant on Annandale Road just outside the City of Falls Church, has been running the establishment since June 1 while the long-time previous owners, Tony and Fay Yannionakis, after 52 years running the restaurant, have been taking their first-ever extended visit to their Greek place of birth.” [Falls Church News-Press]
It’s Friday — Showers and possible thunderstorms are expected after 2pm, with otherwise cloudy skies and a high temperature near 78 degrees, accompanied by an east wind blowing at 6 to 9 mph. There is a 30% chance of precipitation. As for Friday night, there is another 30% chance of showers and thunderstorms, mostly before 8pm, with mostly cloudy skies and a low of around 70 degrees. [NWS]
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 29, 2024.
Here is what’s going on Friday in Arlington, from our event calendar.
Showers and possible thunderstorms are expected after 2pm, with a cloudy sky and a high temperature near 78 degrees, accompanied by an east wind blowing at 6 to 9 mph. There is a 30% chance of precipitation. As for Friday night, there is a chance of showers and thunderstorms before 8pm, followed by a slight chance of showers. The sky will be mostly cloudy with a low temperature around 70 degrees and an east wind at 3 to 7 mph, also having a 30% chance of precipitation. See more from Weather.gov.
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Arlington is now under a Severe Thunderstorm Watch.
The watch was issued just before 4 p.m. It expires at 11 p.m. and also covers D.C., Alexandria and Fairfax County. Storms tonight may pack hail, damaging winds and frequent lightning, according to the National Weather Service.
In America’s “fittest city,” some dogs may get the chance to match their owners’ athleticism through a new canine fitness program in Green Valley.
Snouts & Stouts, the indoor dog park and bar that opened 2709 S. Oakland Street last fall, has introduced a new program through Canine Cardio, a Northern Virginia pet care provider offering “a comprehensive range of fitness and training services” for dogs.
