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ARLnow Daily Debrief for Jul 24, 2024

By ARLnow.com

Good Wednesday 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 — Jul 24, 2024.

📅 Upcoming events

Here is what’s going on Thursday in Arlington, from our event calendar.

🌧️ Thursday’s forecast

Expect scattered showers and thunderstorms, increasing in likelihood after 5pm, under cloudy skies with a high near 85. Winds will be light, shifting from variable to west at 6 mph in the morning. Precipitation chances are at 60%, with new rainfall between a tenth and a quarter of an inch, with potential for higher amounts in thunderstorms. For Thursday night, shower chances dwindle after 11pm, with skies turning from cloudy to partly cloudy and a low of 69. A southwest wind of 6 mph will shift north after midnight. Precipitation chances remain at 60%, with new accumulations less than a tenth of an inch, though greater amounts are possible in thunderstorms. See more from Weather.gov.

💡 Quote of the Day

“Success is not counted by how high you have climbed but by how many people you brought with you.”
– Wil Rose

🌅 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.

News

Road safety, environmental impacts emphasized as County Board passes $4.5B capital plan

By Dan Egitto
County Board members discuss the FY 2025-2034 CIP (via Arlington County/YouTube)

Extra emphasis on road safety, environmental resiliency and facilities upgrades is included in the final draft of Arlington’s latest 10-year Capital Improvement Plan.

The Arlington County Board yesterday (Tuesday) approved a $4.5 billion Fiscal Year 2025-2034 CIP, outlining planned investment in county infrastructure and assets. Changes between the original proposal presented in May and the final draft include:

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Sponsored

Just Reduced Properties in Arlington: July 22, 2026

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As of July 20, there are 176 detached homes, 60 townhouses and 275 condos for sale throughout Arlington County. In total, 37 homes experienced a price reduction in the past week, including:

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Please note that this is solely a selection of Just Reduced properties available in Arlington County. For a complete list of properties within your target budget and specifications, contact Arlington Realty, Inc. 

News

Affordable housing complexes near Rosslyn and in Long Branch Creek designated as ‘revitalization areas’

By Dan Egitto
Units in the Marbella Apartments set for renovation (via Google Maps)

The county has designated a pair of affordable housing complexes as “revitalization areas” in an effort to help them secure more funding.

The new designation, which the Arlington County Board approved on Monday, affects renovation projects at Arna Valley View in Long Branch Creek and sites C, D and E of the Marbella Apartments project near Rosslyn. It is meant to help with a funding application at the Federal Home Loan Bank of Atlanta’s Affordable Housing Program.

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Announcement

Code Ninjas Arlington Open House (August 1)

By Code Ninjas Arlington
Group of kids in Code Ninjas shirts cheer and throw blue confetti in a colorful event backdrop.

Join us on August 1 between 10 AM to 2 PM for a drop‑in event for the whole family! Explore our Dojo—the high‑tech, STEAM‑driven space where you can dive into activities like MakeCode Arcade, Roblox, Minecraft, robotics, 3D printing, drones, VR, and more. While you’re here, take advantage of our amazing enrollment specials, or simply enjoy a fun day of coding, meeting new friends, high fives, and plenty of Hi‑Yahs!

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News

Land purchase for new Columbia Pike fire station approved

By Dan Egitto
Land at 5519 Columbia Pike, the proposed new site of Fire Station 7 (via Google Maps)

The Arlington County Board has approved a $4 million land purchase to build a new Columbia Pike fire station.

Fire Station 7 is slated to be built on two parcels of land next to Serrano Apartments at 5519 Columbia Pike — near Bailey’s Crossroads and about two miles away from the former Fire Station 7 in Fairlington that shuttered in 2019.

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Event

Now Enrolling! Open House at Little Lambs Academy this Saturday the 25th.

Open House flyer for Little Lambs Academy with logo, classroom photos, and contact info.

Little Lambs Academy

333 S Glebe Rd, Ste A

Arlington, Virginia 22204

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Join us for the Little Lambs Academy Open House! Families with children ages 3 months to 12 years are invited to tour our classrooms, meet our caring staff, and learn about our educational programs. Discover our STEAM curriculum, Christian learning environment, language enrichment, music education, and other unique opportunities we offer. Parents are encouraged to bring their children to explore the facility while enjoying complimentary snacks and refreshments. We look forward to meeting your family and answering any questions about enrollment!

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News

The tale of two comebacks: Arlington footbridge earns second life thanks to land grant

By James Jarvis
A small pedestrian footbridge linking Arlington Forest and Barcroft is set to be replaced after tree damage (staff photo by James Jarvis)

After succumbing to falling trees for the second time in nearly 50 years, the quaint footbridge linking the Barcroft and Arlington Forest neighborhoods is on the brink of its second rebirth.

On Monday, the Arlington County Board approved the transfer of a small parcel of land, owned by Dominion Energy and located between 416 S. Abingdon Street and 500 S. Abingdon Street, to rebuild a recently fallen footbridge that has provided safe passage to residents crossing a stream known as Grandma’s Creek since the 1940s.

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Traffic

GW Parkway closure to detour traffic onto Arlington roads for the next two weekends

By James Jarvis
Map of planned GW Parkway closure (courtesy National Park Service)

A stretch of the northbound George Washington Memorial Parkway will be closed over the next two weekends.

The closures, affecting the stretch between Spout Run Parkway and Route 123, will begin at 8 p.m. on Friday, July 26, and end at 5 a.m. on Monday, July 29, before the morning rush hour, per a National Park Service press release.

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News

Morning Notes

By ARLnow.com
Planes at Reagan National Airport (staff photo by Angela Woolsey)

Overturned Vehicle in Ballston — “A crash on N. Randolph Street in Ballston this evening appears to have damaged at least three cars, including one that overturned in the middle of the road.” [Twitter, Twitter]

Local Man Arrested for DUI Crash — “An Arlington man is in custody following an early-morning crash on Interstate 66 in Fauquier County Sunday… Initial investigation found a white 2009 Hyundai struck the rear of a tractor trailer, and a third vehicle struck debris from the crash.” [Rappahannock News]

Early Voting Location Added — “Arlington County Board members on July 22 approved a third satellite-voting option leading up to November’s election. Ratifying a request of the Arlington Electoral Board, local leaders endorsed a proposal to add the Long Bridge Park aquatics center in Crystal City as an early-voting satellite site. It will join Madison and Walter Reed community centers in hosting early voting starting in mid-October.” [Gazette Leader]

Beyer Introduces Nurse Bill — ” Rep. Don Beyer (D-VA) today introduced the National Urgent Recruitment for Skilled Employees (NURSE) Visa Act, legislation that would address the nationwide nursing shortage by making visas available to foreign nurses working in areas where the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) has determined there is a nursing workforce shortage.” [Press Release]

Reevesland Farmhouse Vote — “Arlington County Board members on July 22 formally transferred ownership of the historic Reevesland farmhouse, a move that will allow for the Boulevard Manor-area property to be converted into a group home for individuals with intellectual challenges.” [Gazette Leader]

Clarendon Road Closure This Weekend — “The Arlington County Police Department will close N. Irving Street, between Wilson Boulevard and 12th Street N. from approximately 8:00 a.m. on Saturday, July 27 to 2 a.m. on Sunday, July 28 to accommodate the Ballroom on the Block Festival.” [ACPD]

Potomac Yard Dog Death Investigation — “In an investigation update issued on Friday evening, the Animal Welfare League of Alexandria (AWLA) said a third dog owner has come forward and said their pet died shortly after a stay at the Potomac Yard PetSmart boarding facility.” [ALXnow]

It’s Wednesday — Expect scattered showers before 8am, transitioning to possible showers and thunderstorms later in the morning and afternoon. The day will otherwise be mostly cloudy, reaching a high near 85 and with a southwest wind around 5 mph. Precipitation chance is 70%. Wednesday night, more showers and possible thunderstorms are expected. The night will remain mostly cloudy with a low around 74, a south wind of 3 to 5 mph, and a 60% chance of precipitation. [NWS]

Around Town

ARLnow Daily Debrief for Jul 23, 2024

By ARLnow.com

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 — Jul 23, 2024.

📅 Upcoming events

Here is what’s going on Wednesday in Arlington, from our event calendar.

⛈️ Wednesday’s forecast

Expect scattered showers before 8am, transitioning to possible showers and thunderstorms between 8am and 2pm, with a likelihood of showers and potential thunderstorms after 2pm. The day will be mostly cloudy, reaching a high near 85 and with a southwest wind around 5 mph. Precipitation chance is 70% with new rainfall amounts generally under a tenth of an inch, but higher in thunderstorms. Wednesday night, showers and possible thunderstorms are expected before 8pm, continuing with a chance afterward. The night will remain mostly cloudy with a low around 74, a south wind of 3 to 5 mph, and a 60% chance of precipitation. Similar rainfall amounts carry over from the day. See more from Weather.gov.

💡 Quote of the Day

“Happiness is not something readymade. It comes from your own actions.”
– Dalai Lama

🌅 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.

Weather

JUST IN: Arlington and D.C. under Flood Watch tonight

By ARLnow.com
Heavy rain along Four Mile Run Drive near Shirlington (file photo by Jay Westcott)

Arlington County is under a Flood Watch tonight (Tuesday) due to the threat of flash flooding.

Rain that’s heavy at times could cause local streams and roadways to flood, forecasters say. The watch is in effect until 11 p.m. for Arlington, Alexandria, D.C., Fairfax County, Falls Church, and other parts of the Washington region.

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