Arlington County is under a Tornado Watch tonight (Monday) amid a threat of severe weather.
Much of the D.C. area is under the watch, which was issued shortly before 4 p.m. and is set to remain in effect until 11 p.m.
A Maryland man has been charged with seriously injuring an Arlington police officer.
The incident happened around 1 a.m. Sunday near the intersection of the Pike and S. Walter Reed Drive.
Address: 1815 N Highland Street
Neighborhood: Lyon Village
Type: 5 BR, 4 (+1 half) BA single-family detached – 3866 sq. ft.
Listed: $2,295,000
Noteworthy: Beautifully preserved 1929 Lyon Village Spanish Bungalow
A Lyon Village gem! Step into the charm and character of this beautifully preserved 1929 Spanish Bungalow, offering 5 bedrooms, 4.5 baths, and just under 3,900 square feet of inviting living space. Rich in architectural detail, the home showcases classic white stucco walls, a red terracotta tile roof, graceful arched doorways, and elegant ornamental ironwork, creating a warm, timeless ambiance from the moment you arrive.
Inside, exquisite craftsmanship blends seamlessly with thoughtful updates. The welcoming living room features soaring 11.5-foot ceilings, dramatic Palladian windows, and a stunning kiva-style fireplace, while a gracious formal dining room sets the stage for memorable gatherings. The cozy family room with custom built-ins opens through French doors to a private patio, perfect for effortless indoor-outdoor living.
At the heart of the home, the spacious kitchen offers top-of-the-line appliances, an expansive island, abundant storage, a pantry, and a charming breakfast area framed by a bay window and arched entry. The main level also includes two bedrooms—one ensuite—providing flexible living options, along with a stylish powder room.
Upstairs, the serene primary suite features a fireplace, walk-in closet, and spa-inspired bath with soaking tub, glass-enclosed shower, and double vanity. Two additional bedrooms—one with a delightful window seat—share a Jack-and-Jill bath, and a whimsical hidden playroom adds character. A conveniently located laundry room completes the upper level.
Additional highlights include hardwood floors, new carpeting, a terracotta-tiled lower level with ample storage, a two-car garage, and a private, landscaped yard—just blocks to Clarendon’s shops, dining, Metro, and more.
https://listings.blueskyemedia.com/videos/019dd575-4fa8-7391-8027-12a1366764af?v=461
Listed by:
Sheri Grant – TTR Sotheby’s International Realty
[email protected]
(703) 405-1016
A Severe Thunderstorm Watch has been issued for Arlington and other parts of the immediate D.C. area.
The watch is in effect until midnight.
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Generals finished with 12 wins and won a district championships
The girls soccer season ended for the host Washington-Liberty Generals with a disappointing 2-0 loss to the Oakton Cougars in a May 23 semifinal match of the 6D North Region high-school tournament.
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.
Good Friday 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 — May 24, 2024.
- 9:45 am: New mural to adorn trail tunnel entrance in Crystal City | 🗣️ Comments
- 10:45 am: Falls Church police investigating hidden cameras found in bathrooms of popular cafe | 🗣️ Comments
- 11:45 am: Radio show with AIM origins earns national recognition | 🗣️ Comments
- 1:45 pm: Arlington’s Memorial Day weekend: Spraygrounds open, motorcycle rally rumbles, facilities close | 🗣️ Comments
- 2:45 pm: Police chase ends on I-66 in Arlington after Fairfax store theft | 🗣️ Comments
Since it’s Friday, we’ve also compiled a list of the most-read articles of the week, below.
- The Mexican ambassador tells Axios that he likes this taco spot in Arlington (15772 views)
- Eminent domain fight heats up over Columbia Pike property (12691 views)
- Morning Poll: Men-only restaurant at country club? (10828 views)
- ACPD investigating critical shooting in Courthouse (9885 views)
- New restaurant and bar opens in former ‘Rebellion on the Pike’ space (9644 views)
- Looser parking restrictions approved for Arlington businesses (6439 views)
- JUST IN: Severe Thunderstorm Watch issued for Arlington (5314 views)
- Arlington Beer Garden in Clarendon to hold grand opening this weekend (4615 views)
- Office-to-apartment conversions in Arlington’s sights as new project opens in Skyline (4489 views)
- Extreme Pizza closes in Virginia Square after six years (3928 views)
- ACPD investigating armed robbery of scooter near Wakefield High School (3880 views)
- Arlington parks remain No. 5 in national ‘ParkScore’ rankings (3494 views)
📅 Upcoming events
Here is what’s going on Saturday in Arlington, from our event calendar.
- 10:00 am: Family Fun Day @ MoCA Arlington’s Innovation Studio + Store
- 10:00 am: Forest Bathing: A Mindful Walk with Nature
- 10:00 am: Knights of Columbus AFAC Food Drive
- 10:00 am: Enjoy the Pleasures of Wandering: Getting Lost to Finding Your Way
- 1:00 pm: Free Tours at Ball-Sellers House
- 1:00 pm: Free Tours at the Arlington Historical Museum
⛈️ Saturday’s forecast
Showers are possible from 2pm to 5pm, with potential thunderstorms after 5pm. Patchy fog may be present before 7am, but the day will be mostly sunny with a high near 85 and mild south winds picking up to 6 mph in the afternoon. The evening will be mostly cloudy, with lows around 67 and calming winds. There is a 20% chance of precipitation throughout the day. See more from Weather.gov.
💡 Quote of the Day
“Success is not just about making money. It’s about making a difference.”
– Unknown
🌅 Tonight’s sunset
The MonumentCam screenshot above is used with permission of the Trust for the National Mall and courtesy of EarthCam.
We hope you have a great weekend, Arlington! Feel free to discuss the most-read stories of the week, the upcoming weekend events or anything else of local interest in the comments. 👋
Three suspects are facing multiple charges after a series of thefts led to a car chase on I-66.
The chase — involving a black BMW sport utility vehicle — happened during Thursday’s evening rush hour and ended in the eastbound lanes of I-66 near the exit to N. Ohio Street, in Arlington. It followed at least two separate thefts in Fairfax County, including at a Bath and Body Works store in Fair Oaks and a Kohl’s in Burke.
Today marks the start of the Memorial Day weekend and the return of Arlington’s spraygrounds.
The kid-oriented water features at county parks are open for the season as of today — Friday, May 24. All spraygrounds will operate from 10 a.m.-8 p.m. through Monday, the county says, before returning to normal hours on Tuesday.
A radio show that got its start at Arlington Independent Media has received recognition at the national level.
“Choose to be Curious,” run by former AIM president and producer Lynn Borton, won the Alliance for Community Media Foundation‘s Hometown Media Award for best audio programming by an independent producer. The award will be formally presented in June at a conference in San Jose, Calif.
Falls Church police are investigating hidden cameras found in the bathrooms of Northside Social.
Police say someone placed cameras in two first floor restrooms, facing the toilets, at the popular Clarendon cafe’s Falls Church outpost, which opened in 2018 at 205 Park Avenue.