Around Town

ARLnow Daily Debrief for Apr 21, 2026

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 — Apr 21, 2026.

📅 Upcoming events

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

🌦️ Wednesday’s forecast

Expect scattered showers and thunderstorms before 1 pm, with showers continuing until 2 pm, and isolated thunderstorms after 2 pm. It’s partly sunny with a high near 74°F, and winds will shift from southwest to west at around 8 mph. The precipitation chance is 50%. Wednesday night brings scattered showers and thunderstorms before 8 pm, turning mostly clear with a low of about 55°F. Winds will be from the northwest at 5 mph, becoming light and variable, with a 30% chance of precipitation. See more from Weather.gov.

💡 Quote of the Day

“It’s not whether you get knocked down, it’s whether you get up.”
– Vince Lombardi

🌅 Tonight’s sunset

The MonumentCam screenshot above is used with permission of the Trust for the National Mall and courtesy of EarthCam.

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Schools

APS expects 3.7% enrollment drop by 2035, but student needs may strain resources

By Scott McCaffrey
Catherine Lin details enrollment projections to School Board members (screenshot via APS)

School leaders are projecting a gradual decline in student enrollment over the next decade — but they don’t believe it will translate to lower costs.

In total, Arlington Public Schools now projects a 3.7% decrease in enrollment by 2035, even as the number of students in high-risk categories is showing signs of increasing.

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Sponsored

Listing of the Day: 2609 N Nottingham Street

By ARLnow.com
Brick house with an Open House banner showing agent Rob Ferguson and price $1,100,000; event date August 16, 2–4 pm.
Empty living room with white walls and warm hardwood floors, featuring a front door with small window panes, a large window with blinds, and a white brick fireplace with mantel.
Modern kitchen with mint-green cabinets, stainless steel stove and microwave, and a patterned backsplash under recessed lighting.
Empty bright living room with white walls, hardwood floor, and a large window with blinds; doorway and hallway to the left.
Wooden deck with white railing overlooking a green backyard and trees, attached to a blue house with an illuminated exterior light fixture on the right.
Backyard of a brick house with a blue-addition and white deck, set on a green lawn with trees nearby.
Front view of a brick ranch-style house with white trim, small porch steps, and a for-sale sign in the yard.
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Address: 2609 N Nottingham Street
Neighborhood: Williamsburg
Type: 3 BR, 2 BA single-family detached (not a rental)
Open House: August 16, Sunday 2-4 pm
Listed: $1,100,000

Noteworthy: Amazing Location and Price!

Fantastic opportunity in a sought-after North Arlington location! Situated on a quiet street on a beautiful, flat 7,180-square-foot lot, this classic brick rambler offers 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths, a spacious kitchen addition, finished lower level, off-street driveway parking, and a fantastic fenced backyard—all within the highly desirable Nottingham Elementary, Williamsburg Middle, and Yorktown High School pyramid.

A welcoming brick walkway leads to the light-filled main level featuring hardwood floors and updated windows. The spacious living room offers recessed lighting and a cozy wood-burning fireplace with brick surround, while the adjoining dining room features a brushed nickel chandelier. The rear addition features the renovated kitchen, creating a spacious and functional gathering area with direct access to the deck and backyard. Highlights include quartz countertops, 42-inch paneled cabinetry, glass tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances, recessed lighting, ceramic tile flooring, two pantries, and a built-in table with bench seating.

The main level also includes three bedrooms and an upgraded full bath with tub. The finished lower level provides additional living space with recessed lighting, large windows, built-in shelving, and a second full bath with shower. The laundry room offers a washer and dryer, utility sink, storage, and walkout access to the backyard, plus a large unfinished storage area.

Enjoy the rear deck overlooking the flat, fenced backyard with plenty of room for entertaining, gardening, or play. Conveniently located near schools, parks, shopping, Metro, and commuter routes—a fantastic combination of location, lot, schools, and living space!

Listed by:
Rob Ferguson – RE/MAX Allegiance
[email protected]
(703) 926-6139

News

Arlington sheriff’s deputies now wearing body-worn cameras in county jail

By ARLnow.com
Jail entrance at the Arlington County Detention Facility (file photo)

Deputies inside the Arlington County jail have started wearing body cameras, a move touted as “a significant step forward in enhancing safety, transparency, and accountability.”

The Arlington County Sheriff’s Office announced the rollout today (Tuesday), saying Axon-brand cameras have been issued to deputies across several operational areas of the jail. ACSO previously used body-worn cameras only in civil process work and inmate transportation.

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Announcement

Jewish…or Jew-ish? Discover your Young Jewish Professional community

By Sign Up Today for ConnectJew Live | Thurs, Aug 27 6:30 pm Downtown DC
ConnectJew Live flyer announcing an in-person event on Thurs Aug 27 at 6:30 pm, Chinatown/Metro Center, inviting connection with synagogues and community groups.

ConnectJew LIVE! is a social discovery night where 20+ local Jewish organizations, clubs, dinners, and communities come together so you can explore the DMV young adult Jewish scene in one evening. A mixer for Jewish life, friends, and community — meet people, discover social clubs, find Shabbat dinners, and plug in at whatever level feels right. Tickets required; exact address sent 24 hours before the event (Metro Center / Chinatown area).

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News

About 37% of Arlington voters have cast ballots in redistricting referendum, so far

By Dan Egitto and The Associated Press
Voters fill out ballots at a polling place on April 21, 2026 (staff photo by Dan Egitto)

Roughly 37% Arlington voters have cast ballots in the statewide redistricting referendum as of this afternoon.

About 14% of voters visited a polling place as of 1:30 p.m., while 23% of local voters cast ballots early, according to the latest numbers from Arlington’s elections office.

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Sports

Wakefield softball team enjoying a strong 7-1 start to spring season

By Dave Facinoli
The Wakefield softball team celebrates a home win over Herndon (courtesy of Wakefield softball)

Just eight games into the regular season, the Wakefield Warriors girls softball team has already won as many games as it did during the entirety of last spring.

On track to surpass its 2025 win total in the Liberty District, as well, the high-school squad began this week with a 7-1 overall mark and stood 4-1 in the district. The team finished 7-8 overall a year ago.

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Events

One More Page Books kicks off indie bookstore crawl with giveaways this weekend

By Katie Taranto
The interior of One More Page bookstore in East Falls Church (courtesy photo)

Raffles, free books and other giveaways are coming to an East Falls Church bookstore this weekend in honor of Independent Bookstore Day.

One More Page Books is bringing back its annual festivities from 11 a.m.-4 p.m. this Saturday at 2200 N. Westmoreland Street. The day also kicks off the bookstore’s participation in the third annual NoVa + Indie Bookstore Crawl, which includes 18 stores around the region.

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Around Town

FS8 fitness studio hosts Ballston grand opening with Olympic medalist

By Katie Taranto
Kassidy Cook (right) teaches a class at FS8 in Ballston (courtesy of Apex Wellness Group)

A new fitness studio has entered Ballston’s wellness scene, hosting group workout classes with elements of yoga and Pilates.

Fitness franchise FS8, which specializes in reformer Pilates, yoga and low impact training, is now open for business at 4001 9th Street N. The new studio held a grand opening over the weekend with Olympic diving medalist Kassidy Cook.

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News

Arlington boathouse project targets next planning phase by end of year

By Scott McCaffrey
Yorktown HS Varsity Boys' rowing team on the water near Key Bridge (Flickr pool photo by Jenn Vogel)

County leaders appear optimistic that plans for an Arlington boathouse on the Potomac River will stay on track to open by the end of the decade.

“I think we’re through the hardest parts,” County Board member Susan Cunningham said at the April 14 meeting of the Park and Recreation Commission, where the topic was discussed.

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News

Decision on Melwood property’s historic status may come in June

By Scott McCaffrey
The Nelly Custis School (via Arlington County)

County Board members are closing in on a decision about whether parts of the Nelly Custis School should receive historic designations.

Board members are slated to take their first procedural step toward a future decision on the 1.7-acre property tomorrow (Wednesday). They are likely to adopt an initiating resolution for consideration of the historic district proposed by a local resident and recommended by the Historical Affairs and Landmark Review Board (HALRB).

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Announcement

Taste of: Beach / Mountain Vacations / Picnics or Wolf Trap Event

By Arrowine & Cheese

Wine & Food Tasting Event at Arrowine, Saturday, August 15, 1- 4 p.m.

Summer adventures are calling — whether you’re packing up for the Beach, escaping to the Shenandoah Mountains, planning a picnic, or heading out for a romantic night of music at Wolf Trap. And if you want those moments to be stress‑free, delicious, and perfectly paired, we’ve got just the tasting for you.

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