Arlington is No. 1 Digital County — “Arlington County is proud to be recognized as the No. 1 Digital County for 2024 by the Center for Digital Government (CDG) and the National Association of Counties (NACo). This is the third consecutive year that Arlington has been named to the top spot in the nation for the 150,000-249,999-population category, a rare achievement for the awards program.” [Arlington County]

Va. is Best State for Biz — “With the nation’s best education system and policies that give companies room — both literally and figuratively — to grow, Virginia is America’s Top State for Business in 2024. This is the Old Dominion’s sixth time at the top of CNBC’s rankings, and its third win in five years — a record unmatched by any other state since the study began in 2007.” [CNBC, Twitter]

We're extremely proud that @CNBC recognized Virginia as America's Top State for Business!

Read the Governor's full release here: https://t.co/WhUjX67SUW pic.twitter.com/QLwTs1sOX3

— Arlington Chamber VA (@ArlVAChamber) July 11, 2024

Shirlington Bridge Closure — “The Shirlington Circle south rotary bridge over I-395 will be closed from 10 p.m. Saturday, July 13 until 5 a.m. Tuesday, July 16 for work related to the bridge rehabilitation project, according to the Virginia Department of Transportation. The bridge connects the southbound I-395 collector-distributor lanes and southbound Shirlington Road to North Quaker Lane at the I-395 Exit 6 interchange.” [VDOT]

Another 7-Eleven Robbery — “4100 block of S Four Mile Run Drive… Two male suspects entered the business and jumped over the counter. Suspect One removed two cash register drawers containing an undisclosed amount of cash, during which he pushed an employee. Suspect Two stole merchandise from behind the counter. The suspects then fled the scene in a red sedan driven by Suspect Three.” [ACPD]

Immigrant Food Opening Soon — “Immigrant Food is weeks away from opening a new restaurant in Ballston, its first outpost outside of the District and the likely launching pad for other restaurants elsewhere in Greater Washington and beyond. The new spot, at 4245 N. Fairfax Drive, will be the chain’s largest… The space, which cost about $1.3 million to build out, will feature a central, 600-square-foot bar, located half-in and half-outside the building.” [Washington Business Journal]

Potbelly Open at the Pentagon — “Potbelly Corporation, the iconic neighborhood sandwich shop concept, has opened its first location at the Pentagon, deepening its presence on military installations and Department of Defense facilities.” [GlobeNewswire]

Little Homes Near the Pike — “Only 4 of these left on 7th st S. I’ve always liked these little homes with the windows that go around corners. A kind of budget Frank Lloyd Wright look. I’ve heard these were built from free plans in Better Homes & Gardens.” [Twitter]

Only 4 of these left on 7th st S. I’ve always liked these little homes with the windows that go around corners. A kind of budget Frank Lloyd Wright look. I’ve heard these were built from free plans in Better Homes & Gardens. #southarlington pic.twitter.com/HOgbVGOplO

— SRtwofourfour (@SRtwofourfour) July 11, 2024

Recognition for Casual Adventure — “NRF’s America’s Retail Champions program celebrates small retailers who are exceptional advocates for retail and the communities they serve. Forty-five U.S. small retailers were selected as champions for the program,” including longtime Arlington shop Casual Adventure. [National Retail Federation]

It’s Friday — Expect scattered showers and thunderstorms, increasing after 7am with a high near 81 and an east wind of 3 to 5 mph. Precipitation likelihood is 90%, with new rainfall amounts between a quarter and half an inch. Friday night brings a 70% chance of showers, with possible thunderstorms before 2am, followed by scattered showers and thunderstorms. The temperature dips to around 73 with a light southeast wind, and additional rainfall between a quarter and half an inch is expected. [NWS]