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Developer Proposes New Retail Plaza in Crystal City

Published April 6, 2021 at 3:45PM | Updated April 6, 2021 at 5:22PM

A rendering of the proposed retail plaza for the Century Center development (Image via Arlington County)

A real estate company developing an apartment building in Crystal City is looking to “refresh” its holdings nearby with a new retail plaza.

Lowe Enterprises Real Estate, which owns 2450 Crystal Drive and 2641 S. Clark Street, has applied for a minor site plan amendment to help break up the “mega block” along Crystal Drive south of 23rd Street S. Where a low-slung building space is currently sandwiched between two taller office buildings, Lowe envisions a plaza and retail pavilion, according to application documents.

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Four Farmers Markets Are Reopening For the Season Over the Next Month

By Matt Blitz

Published April 5, 2021 at 2:30PM

Grab a basket and brush up on your produce-scoping skills, it’s farmers market season once again.

A number of Arlington farmers markets have or will be opening for the season in the coming days, including:

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Electric Bike Store to Open in Crystal City

By Matt Blitz

Published April 2, 2021 at 11:30AM

A store selling electric bikes appears to be moving into Crystal City.

According to window stickers, Leafy Bikes will be opening soon at 570 23rd Street S., next to Burn & Brew. It is moving into the former Vintage Dress Company space, after the store moved completely online.

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Construction Begins on New Towers in Crystal City

By Jo DeVoe

Published March 30, 2021 at 3:30PM

Preliminary signs of construction at 1900 Crystal Drive (Staff Photo by Jay Westcott)

Construction has started on two residential towers at 1900 Crystal Drive in Crystal City, according to developer JBG Smith.

The announcement came nearly one year to the day after the County Board approved the project, which involved tearing down an aging office building.

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Long-Anticipated Crystal City Cafe Targets April Opening

By Vernon Miles

Published March 29, 2021 at 1:30PM

The Freshman in Crystal City, prior to opening, in March 2020 (staff photo by Jay Westcott)

A little over one year after signs went up for The Freshman (2011 Crystal Drive), the coffee shop, restaurant and gathering spot in Crystal City is finally preparing to open its doors.

A PR firm representing the cafe said it will have both dine-in and takeout options when it opens next month.

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Arlington Opening Joint Vaccine Site With Amazon Today

By ARLnow.com

Published March 29, 2021 at 10:25AM

A vaccine shot (via Arlington County/YouTube)

Arlington County is partnering with Amazon to open a new coronavirus vaccination site at the company’s temporary Crystal City HQ2 offices.

The appointment-only vaccination clinic is set to open today for eligible locals who pre-register through the state’s Vaccinate Virginia website.

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County Board Approves Revised Plans for Crystal City Water Park

By Jo DeVoe

Published March 22, 2021 at 11:30AM

Renderings of improvements to the Crystal City Water Park (Image via Arlington County)

The County Board has unanimously approved plans to improve walking and cycling connections and add amenities to the Crystal City Water Park.

Water features and a food stand currently activate the privately-owned Crystal City Water Park at 1601 Crystal Drive. It also provides connections to the Mount Vernon Trail and Reagan National Airport, as well as the proposed Virginia Railway Express north entrance.

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Water Main Break Closes Road in Crystal City

By ARLnow.com

Published March 19, 2021 at 10:50AM

Several hundred people in Crystal City are without water service after a water main break.

Emergency water main repairs are taking place near the Buchanan House apartments at 320 23rd Street S., according to Arlington’s Dept. of Environmental Service.

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ACPD: No Carjackings Since Stepped-Up Crystal City Patrols

By ARLnow.com

Published March 18, 2021 at 10:45AM | Updated March 18, 2021 at 11:08AM

Arlington County Police cars (Staff photo by Jay Westcott)

A month ago, Arlington County police announced stepped-up patrols in and around Crystal City, following a string of carjackings.

Since then no new carjackings have been reported, and ACPD says it has taken five guns off the streets via proactive enforcement.

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Morning Notes

By ARLnow.com

Published March 16, 2021 at 7:30AM | Updated March 16, 2021 at 9:02AM

Tornado Drill Today — “Virginia’s annual Statewide Tornado Drill will occur on Tues., March 16 at 9:45 a.m. If widespread severe weather threatens the Commonwealth on that date, the drill will be rescheduled for Wed., March 17, at 9:45 a.m. The Statewide Tornado Drill is an opportunity to prepare Virginians for tornado threats and to test public warning systems.” [Va. Dept. of Emergency Management]

Pentagon Row Harris Teeter’s Future in Flux — “Despite concerns from nearby residents, Arlington County Board members on March 20 could give the owner of Pentagon Row the ability to, potentially, significantly downsize grocery-store operations… Located on a 15-acre parcel in Pentagon City, the site has long included a Harris-Teeter supermarket. But that initial lease term is expiring, and there is no guarantee the supermarket chain will want to stay in the existing space.” [Sun Gazette]

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Proposed Pedestrian Bridge from Crystal City to DCA Set for Next Stage

By ARLnow.com

Published March 15, 2021 at 10:00AM

It’s an idea that’s still years away, but a new pedestrian bridge from Crystal City to National Airport is getting a bit closer to reality.

At its upcoming Saturday meeting, the County Board is set to take a significant step in the creation of the proposed “High Line”-like pedestrian path over the GW Parkway.

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Morning Notes

By ARLnow.com

Published March 10, 2021 at 7:30AM

Future of Fairlington Fire Station — “A community process to determine the future of Fairlington’s 1940s-era, one-bay fire station has been on hold during the COVID crisis, but may be tackled later in the year, a top community leader says. The Arlington government in late 2018 closed Fire Station #7 over concerns about the structural integrity of its flooring.” [Sun Gazette]

Arlington’s Affordable Housing Effort — “Some jurisdictions are building more homes than others. Of 10 localities analyzed by HAND’s Housing Indicator Tool, D.C. and Arlington County are closest to meeting some affordable housing targets recommended by the Urban Institute… For its part, Arlington County has excelled at adding more homes for low-middle-income households, but has built virtually none for the most vulnerable households in the last two years.” [DCist]