Arlington County staff are seeking another round of feedback on a master plan for Maury Park, Herselle Milliken Park and Gum Ball Park.
An open house scheduled for next Tuesday, June 16 will feature draft concepts for the Three Urban Parks Project. It follows another round of feedback last fall, during which participants shared input on changes they would like to see at the parks, all located in the Ashton Heights neighborhood near the Virginia Square Metro station.
Compass Coffee’s ownership transition process is continuing to move forward, months after the U.K.-based coffeehouse chain Caffè Nero purchased the struggling D.C.-area brand.
On Monday, Caffè Nero applied for a commercial building permit at Compass Coffee’s drive-thru location at 4710 Langston Blvd. The permit is part of the ownership transfer process and is “not connected to any change to store appearance,” a Caffè Nero spokesperson clarified.
Summer in Arlington means packed farmers markets, community events and plenty of dogs enjoying the outdoors alongside their owners. For Chippin, a pet food company scaling the use of sustainable proteins, these summer traditions have been more than just a part of local life. They have helped shape the company’s growth.
Headquartered in Arlington since 2021, Chippin attends dozens of events across the DMV each summer. The company is inspired by the unique ability pets have to bring people together and spark conversations that might not otherwise happen. A simple “Would your dog like a treat?” has opened the door to discussions about everything from digestive health and food allergies to stories about flying invasive fish and the environmental impact of traditional protein sourcing.
Founded on the belief that environmental challenges can become opportunities for innovation, Chippin built a consumer brand around alternative proteins, including cricket protein and invasive silver carp. Their work with invasive carp has been supported by conservation leaders, including the World Wildlife Fund, as an example of how market-based solutions can address environmental challenges. By creating economic value for an invasive species, the company helps align ecological restoration with commercial opportunity.
As the company has grown, so has the opportunity. What began as a pet food brand is now evolving into a broader ingredient platform. This year, Chippin launched IGNIZA, an ingredient platform designed to unlock nature-positive proteins for the pet food industry, starting with invasive silver carp. (more…)
A changeup in clothing retailers is coming to the Pentagon City mall.
The fast fashion retailer Primark is coming to the Fashion Centre at Pentagon City (1100 S. Hayes Street), replacing women’s retailer Fashion Q in the Metro level space formerly held by Forever 21. The new retail location is expected to open in late fall, according to a press release.
Falls Church officials say it’s time to double down on off-roading moped riders who are reportedly zooming around some of the city’s parks and sidewalks.
At the June 8 City Council meeting, Hardi pointed to concerns raised by residents about young people’s scooter use in several areas, notably Cherry Hill Park. Crackdown efforts have so far proved unsuccessful.
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The Arlington library system has opened a new window on the county’s history during the 1980s-90s.
The library’s Charlie Clark Center for Local History has digitized approximately 3,000 photos from the Arlington Courier, a weekly newspaper covering the county during that period.
Glencarlyn residents used the weekend to celebrate their community, get an early start on the nation’s 250th birthday and express concerns about ongoing issues.
The two-day Glencarlyn Neighborhood Days event is an annual opportunity for the South Arlington community to both reflect and look forward.
Local is Nurse of the Year — Wakefield High School public health nurse Heather Williams has been named Virginia’s Nurse of the Year by the state Department of Health, honored for connecting students with care after a student died of a suspected overdose. “I’m just showing up consistently and making my clinic a safe space for these students,” she said. [WTOP]
Pentagon City Helicopter Lift — A helicopter carried out an early-morning HVAC lift for a commercial building on S. Hayes Street in Pentagon City over the weekend, a rare sight since the DCA mid-air collision grounded most local helicopter traffic. “We used to have lots of daily helicopter visits prior to the DCA mid-air collision,” local public safety watcher Dave Statter noted. [Dave Statter/X]
Soccer Team Eyes Nationals — An Arlington boys soccer team, the 2013 ECNL squad, is raising money for travel to the national playoffs in San Diego after winning the Mid-Atlantic Division. A GoFundMe campaign had collected $3,505 of its $4,500 goal as of Tuesday. [GoFundMe]
GW Parkway Rehab Complete — After nearly four years of work, a $161 million rehabilitation of the George Washington Memorial Parkway’s 7.6-mile northern section is complete — the first major overhaul since 1962. Running from Arlington’s Spout Run Parkway through McLean to the Beltway, the stretch is the parkway’s most heavily traveled, carrying about 71,000 riders a day. [FFXnow]
CIA Gate Crash Plea — An Arlington woman, 28, has pleaded guilty to federal charges after crashing into a security gate at CIA headquarters in Langley while drunk in May 2025, an incident in which she was shot multiple times by CIA Police. Her blood alcohol level was more than double the legal limit, prosecutors said. [FFXnow]
State Budget Standoff — With July 1 approaching, Virginia lawmakers remain divided over whether to keep a sales tax exemption for data centers, raising the prospect of the state’s first-ever partial government shutdown. The Senate voted to end the break, which repeal supporters say costs nearly $2 billion in revenue, while the House rejected the move. A vetoed marijuana marketplace plan could also resurface in budget talks. [WTOP, WJLA]
Gun Check Law Struck Down — A judge in Lynchburg has struck down Virginia’s universal background check law for gun purchases, siding with gun rights groups that argued it unconstitutionally barred 18-to-20-year-olds from buying handguns. Del. Garrett McGuire (D-Fairfax County), who sponsored the measure, called this year’s legislative session “a historical session for gun violence prevention.” [NBC 4]
Region Studies Backup Water — Regional water officials are launching a “Secure the Source” study to identify emergency backup drinking water supplies in case the Potomac River becomes unusable. More than 5 million people rely on the river, and officials say there’s no full backup if it were suddenly cut off. The effort follows a major sewage spill into the Potomac. [Fox 5]
Beyer Pushes Rail Bills — Rep. Don Beyer (D) has introduced a three-bill package aimed at modernizing the nation’s rail network, including studies of electrification and cleaner locomotive technology along the corridor connecting Florida and Washington. “Rail remains one of the most efficient ways to move people and goods, and new technologies are creating opportunities to improve efficiency and reliability,” Beyer said. [Press Release]
Capital Weather Goes Independent — The Capital Weather Gang, the D.C. area’s popular forecasting team, has officially relaunched as an independent operation under its original name, Capital Weather, ending an 18-year partnership with the Washington Post. Founder Jason Samenow said the team may eventually expand to other cities. [Washington Post, Capital Weather]
It’s Wednesday — Expect a mostly cloudy day with a high near 89 and chances of showers and thunderstorms throughout the day. Southwest winds will be light at 6–9 mph. Skies turn partly cloudy overnight with a low around 72. [NWS]
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Good Tuesday 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 — Jun 9, 2026.
Here is what’s going on Wednesday in Arlington, from our event calendar.
Showers and thunderstorms are possible this afternoon, especially after 2 p.m., with mostly cloudy skies and a high near 88°F. Winds will be from the south at around 9 mph, and there is a 50% chance of precipitation. Tonight, there’s a chance of showers and thunderstorms before 7 p.m. The skies will clear up partially, with a low around 72°F and southwest winds of 3 to 6 mph. The chance of precipitation is 30%. See more from Weather.gov.
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It was close, but Yorktown High School multiple-sport student-athlete Kaiya Ovando made it with a bit of time to spare.
With many anxiously following her progress, Ovando successfully participated in two different championship high-school sporting events at venues hours apart on Friday, June 5.
