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Published April 1, 2020 at 7:30AM | Updated September 23, 2020 at 11:21AM

No traffic mid-day on the Memorial Bridge (photo courtesy of Allison Bredbenner)

Local Coronavirus Test Results Delayed — “When we talked to an Arlington man Tuesday, it was approaching 11 days since he’d been tested for COVID-19, and he still hadn’t received his results. ‘It’s just so frustrating,’ Daniel Miller told us via FaceTime. ‘I just want my results back. I want to be able to know what I have. I want to know if this is COVID or not.'” [WJLA]

APS to Rethink Budget Proposal — “Arlington School Board members have given Superintendent Cintia Johnson direction to start battening the hatches as the school system – like the county, state and nation – move into rough economic waters. ‘We’re going to have to look at potential tough budget times’ and ‘figure out a way to move forward,’ School Board Vice Chairman Monique O’Grady said.” [InsideNova]

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Ballston Startup GoTab Helping Restaurants Adapt to To-Go Ordering

By Vernon Miles

Published March 30, 2020 at 1:30PM

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The international coronavirus pandemic has put a brick on the gas pedal for one Ballston startup called GoTab, which was facilitating social distancing before it went mainstream.

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Green Pig Bistro Closes for Now, Due to Potential COVID-19 Case

By ARLnow.com

Published March 30, 2020 at 10:10AM

Green Pig Bistro in Clarendon was among the restaurants that pivoted to curbside carryout after closing its dining room on March 16 amid the coronavirus outbreak.

That was a week before Gov. Ralph Northam officially ordered restaurants to stop dine-in service, in an effort to slow the spread of the highly-contagious virus.

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By ARLnow.com

Published March 27, 2020 at 7:30AM

Fire Union Raises Alarm About Lack of Quarantining — “An Arlington County firefighter tested positive for coronavirus this week and the union is concerned that colleagues were not told to quarantine.” [NBC 4]

The Toll for First Responders During the Outbreak — “We are starting to see the mental and physical toll that this pandemic is having on our members and their families. Please continue to practice social distancing and listen to the local leaders.” [Twitter]

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By ARLnow.com

Published March 26, 2020 at 7:30AM | Updated September 23, 2020 at 11:21AM

Reminder: Metro Station Closures — The Clarendon, Virginia Square and East Falls Church Metro stations are closed starting today. The closures will impact several ART bus routes, as well. [Arlington County]

Kaine Lauds Passage of Coronavirus Relief Bill — In a statement late Wednesday night, Sen. Tim Kaine (D-Va.) said the $2.2 trillion coronavirus relief bill passed by the Senate “will backstop the American economy by protecting workers and their families.” [Press Release]

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JUST IN: Bracket Room in Clarendon is Closing for Good

By ARLnow.com

Published March 24, 2020 at 2:00PM

Bracket Room in Clarendon (photo via Facebook)

Bracket Room, a sports bar in Clarendon co-owned by Chris Bukowski of Bachelor fame, is the latest victim of the coronavirus outbreak.

“Due to the national crisis from the COVID-19 pandemic, it is with a heavy heart that Bracket Room in Arlington has decided to close its doors,” the restaurant said on Instagram Tuesday afternoon. “We want to sincerely thank all of our patrons and employees for all their support over the years. We are going to miss each and every one of you.”

El Pollo Rico Now Delivering for the First Time

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Published March 24, 2020 at 1:15PM

El Pollo Rico (file photo)

El Pollo Rico, the oldest Peruvian rotisserie joint in the country located in Arlington Virginia is now offering delivery!

Delivery is within a five mile radius — one dollar delivery fee per mile — and costs less than Postmates or Grubhub.

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By ARLnow.com

Published March 24, 2020 at 6:30AM

APS Expands Grab and Go Meal Locations — “Beginning Wed, March 25, APS will expand the number of sites that provide free grab-and-go breakfasts and lunches to five locations to better reach families. Meals will be set up outside the building for distribution from 11 a.m.to 1 p.m. Monday-Friday.” The new locations are Barrett, Campbell and Randolph elementary schools. [Arlington Public Schools]

Massage Therapist Charged with Assault — “At approximately 6:31 p.m. on March 9, police were dispatched to the late report of an assault. Upon arrival, it was determined that at approximately 3:00 p.m. on March 7, the victim was receiving a massage when she was allegedly inappropriately touched by the suspect. Following an investigation by the Special Victims’ Unit, a warrant for Assault and Battery.” [Arlington County]

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List: Arlington Restaurants That Are Offering Delivery or Takeout

By ARLnow.com

Published March 23, 2020 at 5:00PM

Acme Pie owner Sol Schott made pies to deliver for customers at home during Covid-era social distancing (staff photo by Jay Westcott)

Last year Acme Pie Company on Columbia Pike went from pie wholesaler to restaurant. Now it’s becoming a delivery business as well.

With restaurants ordered closed to dine-in customers by Gov. Ralph Northam today, Virginia is now a takeout- and delivery-only zone. And that means big changes — and major hardship — for many Arlington restaurants and food businesses.

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Treasurer: Tax Payments Can Be Deferred Without Penalty

By ARLnow.com

Published March 20, 2020 at 1:30PM

Arlington Treasurer Carla de la Pava in 2014 (file photo)

In a bit of relief for hard-hit restaurants and hotels, Arlington County’s Treasurer says tax payments due between now and the end of April can be deferred temporarily.

Treasurer Carla de la Pava said in a statement that her office will not impose penalties and interest on late tax payments, though tax returns are still due. The decision mostly affects meals taxes, paid by restaurants, and hotel taxes, and requires payment by May 31.

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Coronavirus Permanently Closes Champps at Pentagon Row

By Vernon Miles

Published March 20, 2020 at 11:30AM | Updated March 23, 2020 at 2:22PM

Champps now closed in Pentagon Row (staff photo by Jay Westcott)

(Updated on 2/23/20) The sports bar and restaurant Champps in Pentagon Row has permanently closed.

Coronavirus wasn’t the sole cause of the bar and restaurant’s demise — a staff member at the now-closed restaurant said they’d been struggling for months — but he said that it had been the final nail in the coffin.

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Morning Notes

By ARLnow.com

Published March 20, 2020 at 7:30AM | Updated September 23, 2020 at 11:10AM

APS Creates Learning at Home Guide — “We have created a Learning at Home webpage that pulls details on instruction, additional educational resources for families, activities and resources for coping with stress. If you have questions, please send them to [email protected].” [Arlington Public Schools, Twitter]

How to Report Price Gouging in Virginia — “If you see excessive price increases for coronavirus (COVID-19) necessities, report it to Attorney General Mark Herring’s office.” [Facebook, Attorney General Mark Herring]