Several projects approved in Arlington’s inaugural round of historic preservation grants may need some more time to wrap up.
The Arlington County Board on Saturday will consider extending agreements with five projects that were among the first to receive county dollars last year from the Historic Preservation Fund. The grant recipients originally agreed to finish by June 30, but due to “unpredictable delays,” a county report recommends pushing back the deadline to Dec. 31.
(Updated at 10:35 a.m.) Democratic candidates are racking up tens of thousands of dollars in donations, as well as numerous notable endorsements, as this year’s local races heat up.
Three Arlington County Board contenders are leading the pack in terms of donations for this election cycle, campaign finance reports show. Natalie Roy has raised about $41,000 so far, JD Spain has raised $37,000 and Tenley Peterson has raised $23,000.
Starting a business often begins with recognizing a need, and for professional organizer Kathryn “Katie” Kersavage, that need was closer than she realized.
Kersavage officially launched Organized by Katie in March 2026, turning more than 15 years of informal experience helping friends and family declutter into a professional service designed for real life. Based in Arlington, the business helps residents organize their homes in ways that are functional, sustainable and tailored to individual needs — not just picture-perfect aesthetics.
“I help people declutter, organize and create spaces in their home that function for real life, not just Instagram,” Kersavage said.
Organized by Katie offers a flexible approach, working on projects of all sizes, from simple refreshes to full-scale downsizing. Kersavage also acknowledges the emotional and mental challenges that often come with letting go of belongings, an aspect she believes sets her work apart.
“For me, it’s not just about doing the work,” she said. “It’s about understanding why someone feels the way they do and creating a plan that addresses their concerns.”
Kersavage balances her organizing business alongside a full-time role as a senior program manager at a tech company, which allows her to offer evening and weekend appointments — a key benefit for busy Arlington residents.
As a new entrepreneur, she worked with Arlington Economic Development’s BizLaunch program to navigate the early stages of launching her business. She credits BizLaunch with helping her understand the business registration process and the marketing and promotional resources available to small businesses in Arlington. (more…)
Arlington a ‘New Powerhouse in AI’ — “Arlington, VA, traditionally known for its strategic importance in government and defense, is rapidly transforming into a thriving hub for artificial intelligence (AI) innovation. This shift is propelled by a unique confluence of federal agencies, industry leaders, and a burgeoning tech ecosystem.” [Unite.AI]
Bonus for Public Safety Personnel — “Arlington County’s Board has proposed a one-time bonus for first responders amid a staffing crisis impacting police, firefighters, and paramedics. For months, the unions representing these workers have sounded the alarm on the staffing shortage that they say puts the county’s public safety in jeopardy and has resulted in member burnout.” [WUSA 9]
Good Wednesday evening, Arlington. Let’s take a look back at today’s stories and a look forward to tomorrow’s event calendar.
The following articles were published earlier today — Apr 17, 2024.
Friday, June 19, 2026
8pm (Doors open at 7)
People will fill some local streets for the “Earth Day Every Day” festival this weekend along Langston Blvd.
The festival is taking place this Sunday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m in front of Lee Heights Shops (4500 Cherry Hill Road). Earth Day itself is this coming Monday, April 22.
A sewage leak from an overflowing pipe has prompted a warning avoid contact with a local stream.
“The public is advised to avoid contact with Donaldson Run below N Utah Street due to overflow from a sanitary sewer line,” Arlington County said in an alert this (Wednesday) afternoon. “County staff are investigating.”
A 40-year-old Fredericksburg woman is facing multiple charges after police say she damaged a local store and kicked a police officer.
The incident happened around 10:45 p.m. Monday at the 7-Eleven store across from the Ballston Metro station.
Construction of a new park near Amazon’s HQ2 as well as improvements to sidewalks and bike lanes in the area could begin soon.
Arlington Junction Park is projected to be complete at 1051 S. Eads Street in about 18 months, if the Arlington County Board approves a $2.5 million contract on Saturday. The Board will also consider $2.9 million for two projects to improve S. Eads Street between Army Navy Drive and 15th Street South.
Books, games and puzzles galore will be up for sale at Arlington Central Library in Virginia Square this week.
The 2024 Spring Book Sale, organized by the Friends of the Arlington Public Library, is starting tomorrow at Central Library’s parking garage at 1015 N. Quincy Street and will continue through the weekend. Below is a list of dates and times.
