Around Town

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 — May 8, 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 8am, with mostly cloudy skies and a high near 76. Light east winds will strengthen to 5-9 mph in the morning. Precipitation chances are 70%, with new rain amounts between a tenth and a quarter of an inch, possibly higher in thunderstorms. Thursday night, chances of showers and thunderstorms decrease to 50% before 2am, with a low around 58. East winds of 7-10 mph will turn west after midnight. See more from Weather.gov.

💡 Quote of the Day

“We become what we think about most of the time, and that’s the strangest secret.”
– Earl Nightingale

🌅 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.


Sponsored

Address: 29 N Bedford Street
Neighborhood: Lyon Park
Type: 3 BR, 3 BA duplex – 1344 sq. ft.
Open House: Saturday, 6/13, 2-4 PM
Listed: $850,000

Noteworthy: NO HOA! Charming and beautifully updated brick duplex in North Arlington!

Offering 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, and 1,344 square feet across four levels, this light-filled home blends classic character with modern updates. A welcoming screened front porch sets the tone for this home. Inside, you’ll find hardwood flooring throughout the main and upper levels, fresh neutral paint, crown molding, and natural light. The spacious living room flows into the dining room, featuring built-in shelving and a window seat that adds both charm and functionality. The updated kitchen showcases quartz countertops, newer stainless-steel appliances, pantry storage, and access to the backyard. Upstairs, you’ll find two bedrooms, one with custom built-ins, along with a full hall bathroom. On the fourth level, top-floor bedroom suite features an en-suite bathroom, creating a primary retreat, guest suite, home office, or additional living space. The finished lower level offers a recreation room with flexibility for a home office, gym, or guest space, complete with a full bathroom, laundry area, storage, and walkout access. Outdoor living is highlighted by a fully fenced rear yard, hardscape patio, and mature trees that create a private setting for entertaining or everyday enjoyment. Thoughtful improvements include major electrical and plumbing upgrades, attic and 3rd floor insulation, custom window treatments, a screened porch addition, updated appliances, a newer roof (2022), and HVAC (2019). Located less than one mile from Clarendon and Metro access, with convenient proximity to Route 50, parks, bike trails, shopping, dining, and conveniences, this move-in-ready home offers the best of Arlington living, all without a monthly HOA or condo fee.

Listed by:
Claire Belcher – TTR Sotheby’s International Realty
[email protected]
(703) 409-6705


News

Arlington’s Pentagon City Sector Plan has been overturned by a state court.

Reversing a trial court’s decision, the Virginia Court of Appeals ruled yesterday (Tuesday) that the Arlington County Board failed to provide sufficient public notice before adopting a vision for the next 30-plus years of growth in Pentagon City.


Announcement

Starting June 22nd, EvolveAll Martial Arts and Training Studio is opening its doors for Intro Week — one full week where every class is free to try, no experience or membership required.

Whether you want to try something active this summer or are looking for a fitness routine that actually sticks, next week is your chance to walk in and see what EvolveAll is all about.


Event

St. Agnes Catholic Church in Arlington is hosting its monthly run & walk social on June 18th (Thursday) at 6:30pm. The 3 or 4 mile run (or walk) will start in the back parking lot (off N. Stafford St.) and end at St. Agnes. Participants can enjoy complimentary pizza afterwards. Drinks are BYOB. Extra points if you wear Catholic school swag. Thank you Father Oetjen, who started off our May run from Court House to/from the Marine Corps War Memorial with a prayer (and ran a competitive pace). Also, thank you to the Notre Dame and Georgetown alumni who wore their schools’ colors!

Please RSVP at the link, so we know how much pizza to get. Thank you!


Around Town

A new Japanese restaurant with an extensive sushi menu has officially opened its doors in Ballston.

Kanji Izakaya held a soft opening at 4301 Fairfax Drive last month and is in the process of building out its seating and offerings, manager Ting Chen told ARLnow.


News

As Google plans to funnel $1 billion into Northern Virginia data centers, places such as Arlington may have renewed opportunities to attract tech investment.

Although the data center expansions announced last week are based in Loudoun County and Prince William County, they impact the entire area, said Terry Clower, director of George Mason University’s Center for Regional Analysis.


Events

Morning commuters can save on gas and win a free shirt when Bike to Work Day returns to Arlington next week.

The 23rd annual Bike to Work Day is scheduled for Friday, May 17, offering residents across the D.C. area the opportunity to celebrate cycling. Arlington County will host eight designated pit stops, including three sponsored by BikeArlington in Ballston, Rosslyn and Shirlington.


News

National Police Week is almost here, bringing thousands of active and retired law enforcement officers, as well as families of fallen officers, to the D.C. area.

The week is marked by a number of events, in D.C. and Arlington, as well as numerous motorcades, escorting families to hotels and memorial events.


Announcement

Nathan’s Cancer Slayers, a local Arlington fundraising team under Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation, invites the community to Cocktails for a Cause — An Amalfi Coast Evening on Sunday, June 14 in Georgetown. ✨🍸

This inaugural silent auction will bring together friends, neighbors, and supporters for cocktails, hors d’oeuvres, and a fun silent auction — all raising funds for childhood cancer research in honor of Nathan Fleming, an Arlington student who passed away from rhabdomyosarcoma in 2019, just one week after turning 18.