Do you remember The Arlies?
The Arlies were a community awards program that ARLnow paused after 2021 because — to use the parlance of our time — the vibes were off during the pandemic.
After over 50 years of helping the D.C. area document and preserve memories, Dominion Camera in Falls Church will close next week.
The little camera shop and photography lab in Falls Church has been in business since 1969. After a couple attempts to resell, the shop’s last day of business is Saturday, Sept. 7.
While summer is often a slower season for many businesses, BizLaunch has been hard at work supporting Arlington entrepreneurs and preparing an exciting lineup of fall programs. From business growth strategies to inspiring founder stories, there are plenty of opportunities ahead for small business owners looking to learn, connect and grow.
Arlington Growth Accelerator
Ready to take your business to the next level?
The Arlington Growth Accelerator is a selective, cohort-based leadership program designed for established businesses poised for growth. Offered in partnership with SCORE, the program features six hybrid half-day sessions that guide participants through the development of a practical four-year growth strategy focused on operations, financing and long-term success.
Participants will leave with:
- A customized four-year growth plan
- A detailed Year One execution roadmap
- Access to experienced mentors
- An opportunity to participate in a capital matching day
Whether you’re planning your next phase of expansion or looking to strengthen your business foundation, this program provides the tools and support to help you grow with confidence. Join us for an info session about the program on Aug. 5 at 12:00 p.m. Program kicks off Sept. 25.
Chefpreneur Chat: Unidos Somos Más (Together We Are More)
Join us Oct. 13 from 5:00 – 7:00 p.m. for a special Chefpreneur Chat celebrating this year’s Hispanic Heritage Month theme, Unidos Somos Más (Together We Are More).
Hosted by BizLaunch in partnership with Arlington Public Libraries, this interactive event will spotlight the entrepreneur behind Panamericana Bakery. Attendees will enjoy a live fish preparation demonstration while hearing firsthand how the business was built and grown in Arlington.
The conversation, moderated by Dov & Company, will explore entrepreneurship, culture, community and resilience. Guests will gain practical insights from a successful business owner while celebrating the contributions of Hispanic entrepreneurs who help shape Arlington’s vibrant business community.
To continue the celebration, BizLaunch will also launch a social media campaign highlighting stories of collaboration, partnership and the collective impact of Hispanic-owned businesses across Arlington. Sign up for our newsletter to be the first to know when registration for this event opens.
Stay Connected
Fall is just getting started.
In addition to a full lineup of educational programs and networking opportunities, BizLaunch will soon open registration for its annual, 2027 BizLaunch Transformational and PitchFest program, a five-week cohort experience where participants compete for cash prizes while strengthening their businesses.
Stay up to date on upcoming events, workshops and resources by subscribing to the BizLaunch newsletter. Learn more at www.bizlaunch.org.
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After 140 years of serving D.C.’s most vulnerable residents, a faith-based nonprofit is expanding into Northern Virginia with a new facility in South Arlington.
Central Union Mission hosted an open house at its new Mission: NOVA Center yesterday (Tuesday) at 5401 7th Road S., on the property of Greenbrier Baptist Church. Strategically located in a high-poverty, diverse area near Long Branch Nature Center, the facility aims to be a one-stop shop for those in need, offering a wide range of resources to help individuals and families regain stability.
Additional red light cameras are going online next week at two Arlington intersections.
Drivers will begin receiving warnings for infractions at the following sites in Rosslyn and along Langston Blvd starting Tuesday, Sept. 3, the county announced in a press release.
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.
From dance lessons to storytelling, free activities and events in celebration of National Hispanic Heritage Month will be held across Arlington starting next week.
The festivities kick off with the county’s third annual Hispanic Heritage Community Festival from 2-5 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 7 at Tyrol Hill Park at 5101 7th Road S. The family-friendly festival will include music, snacks and opportunities to connect with county staff and leaders.
Board Votes to Dismiss HRC Members — “Arlington County Board members voted Tuesday afternoon to dismantle the locality’s advisory Human Rights Commission, dismissing an appointed group they say had overstepped its narrow bounds. The move came after the group sent a letter to federal authorities voicing concerns over a string of deaths in the county jail… Several county board members said during Tuesday’s meeting that the group’s mandate was to focus on discrimination in the private and nonprofit sectors, not on oversight of county government.” [Washington Post, Gazette Leader]
Trump Campaign ‘Altercation’ at ANC — “Two members of Donald Trump’s campaign staff had a verbal and physical altercation Monday with an official at Arlington National Cemetery, where the former president participated in a wreath-laying ceremony, NPR has learned. A source with knowledge of the incident said the cemetery official tried to prevent Trump staffers from filming and photographing in a section where recent U.S. casualties are buried.” [NPR]
I-395 Wreck on Camera — From Dave Statter: “Pretty amazing that after all that bouncing this driver walked out of the overturned and crumpled car relatively unscathed. It happened early Sunday on the ramp from Washington Boulevard to I-395S and Arlington Ridge Road.” [Twitter]
Huske Event Brings in Food Donations — From the Arlington Food Assistance Center: “A HUGE thank you to Olympic Swimmer Torri Huske for recognizing AFAC at her welcome home celebration [Sunday] where 920 pounds of food donations were collected for our neighbors in need!” [Twitter]
HS Football Starts Tomorrow — “The 2024 fall high-school varsity football schedules are set for the 11 teams in the GazetteLeader’s coverage areas, including the four Arlington squad – the Wakefield Warriors, Washington-Liberty Generals, Yorktown Patriots and Bishop O’Connell Knights. The regular seasons begin for many teams on Thursday, Aug. 29, then conclude on Nov. 8 and 9.” [Gazette Leader]
It’s Wednesday — Expect sunny and hot conditions with temperatures reaching near 100°F and heat index values up to 104°F along with a west wind of 6 to 9 mph. On Wednesday night, there’s a 40% chance of showers and thunderstorms primarily between 8 pm and 2 am, accompanied by partly cloudy skies and a low around 76°F. The west wind will be around 6 mph before becoming light and variable. [NWS]
Good Tuesday 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 — Aug 27, 2024.
- 7:30 am: Morning Notes for August 27, 2024 | 🗣️ Comments
- 9:30 am: ACPD: Two officers injured by theft suspect in Pentagon City | 🗣️ Comments
- 10:30 am: Yorktown High School alumna earns prestigious public service scholarship | 🗣️ Comments
- 11:30 am: New food trucks bring unique drinks and sandwiches to Va. Square’s Oakland Park | 🗣️ Comments
- 1:30 pm: RNC hosts event in Clarendon to train volunteer voter fraud lookouts | 🗣️ Comments
- 2:45 pm: JUST IN: Heat Advisory and Code Orange alert issued for Arlington and N. Va. | 🗣️ Comments
- 3:45 pm: Horn honk foils armed, would-be carjacker | 🗣️ Comments
📅 Upcoming events
Here is what’s going on Wednesday in Arlington, from our event calendar.
- 10:30 am: Story Time on the Plaza
- 6:00 pm: Outdoor Yoga with Mind the Mat
- 7:00 pm: Vessels & Passages: A Poetry Series at MoCA Arlington
☀️ Wednesday’s forecast
Expect sunny and hot conditions with temperatures reaching near 100°F and heat index values up to 104°F along with a west wind of 6 to 9 mph. On Wednesday night, there’s a 40% chance of showers and thunderstorms primarily between 8 pm and 2 am, accompanied by partly cloudy skies and a low around 76°F. The west wind will be around 6 mph before becoming light and variable. See more from Weather.gov.
💡 Quote of the Day
“The unexamined life is not worth living.”
– Socrates
🌅 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.
A gun-toting man who tried to carjack someone in the Buckingham neighborhood was scared off by the car’s horn.
That’s according to the latest Arlington County Police Department crime report.
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It’s going to be a hot and hazy couple of days in the D.C. area.
Arlington and Northern Virginia are now under both an Air Quality Alert and a Heat Advisory for Wednesday.