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• ARLnow Daily Debrief for Mar 9, 2026

  10-03-2026 01:30 via arlnow.com
  Good Monday 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 […]
  
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• Five Guys CEO on how chain will ‘get it right’ after BOGO offer went bad

  09-03-2026 22:51 via wtop.com
  
  It’s take two for Five Guys.More business news42% of restaurants did not turn a profit last year, National Restaurant Association says Why a food marketing guru says Shamrock Shake is ‘extremely successful’ What to watch in money: Walmart could reveal state of consumer behavior
  A buy-one, get-one free offer across the burger chain last month ended in chaos with some customers reporting the deal had them waiting in line for nearly up to an hour.
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• Listing of the Day: 2505 N. Kenilworth Street

  09-03-2026 22:45 via arlnow.com
  Renovated in 2021, including new kitchens, baths, self-contained ADU
  
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• JUST IN: Candidate attacked outside of library while gathering signatures for County Board run

  09-03-2026 20:45 via arlnow.com
  Frequent local candidate Audrey Clement was attacked over the weekend while gathering signatures for another Arlington County Board run, ARLnow has learned. The incident happened just before 5 p.m. on […]
  
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• Another APS graduate will appear on ‘Jeopardy!’ this week

  09-03-2026 19:45 via arlnow.com
  For a second consecutive week, an Arlington Public Schools alum will be making an appearance on “Jeopardy!” Lydia Cawley, a 2016 graduate of Washington-Lee High School (now Washington-Liberty High School), […]
  
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• Arlington composer’s short film ‘Forevergreen’ is heading to the Oscars

  09-03-2026 18:45 via arlnow.com
  Arlington will have some representation at the Oscars this weekend after a film scored by a local resident was nominated for “Best Animated Short.” Composer Isaac Wardell, who lives in […]
  
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• Arlington athletes place high at region, state track-and-field meets

  09-03-2026 17:45 via arlnow.com
  Field events were where Arlington athletes enjoyed the biggest success during the recent 6D North Region and Class 6 state indoor track and field high-school meets. In those competitions — […]
  
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• Sprouts Farmers Market plans September opening off of Langston Blvd

  09-03-2026 16:45 via arlnow.com
  A new grocery store off of Langston Blvd is expected to open later this year. Sprouts Farmers Market is targeting a September opening at 3115 Langston Blvd, the former home […]
  
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• Sprouts Farmers Market plans September opening along Langston Blvd

  09-03-2026 16:45 via arlnow.com
  A new grocery store off of Langston Blvd is expected to open later this year. Sprouts Farmers Market is targeting a September opening at 3115 Langston Blvd, the former home […]
  
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• Five arrested over alleged baseball bat beating and prostitution in Pentagon City

  09-03-2026 15:00 via arlnow.com
  Five suspects have been arrested after two men were allegedly beaten with a baseball bat while soliciting sex workers in Pentagon City last month. Two male suspects have been charged […]
  
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• Staff defend eliminating gymnastics programs as County Board weighs options

  09-03-2026 14:15 via arlnow.com
  County staff are defending a controversial cost-saving proposal to eliminate gymnastics programming and shutter Barcroft Sports & Fitness Center for up to a year. “We need to make sure that […]
  
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• Candidates in two possible congressional districts make pitches to Arlington Dems

  09-03-2026 13:30 via arlnow.com
  It’s still far from clear what the district boundaries will be, but two more congressional candidates pitched their case to Arlington Democrats last week. Del. Dan Helmer (D-10), of Fairfax […]
  
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• Morning Notes for March 9, 2026

  09-03-2026 12:30 via arlnow.com
  Telephone Scam Alert — “The scam has been around for years, but we’re hearing about Arlington residents again getting “jury duty” calls from someone falsely claiming to be local law […]
  
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• NTSB member says he was fired without explanation by the Trump administration

  08-03-2026 21:18 via wtop.com
  
  FILE - National Transportation Safety Board member Todd Inman speaks with reporters at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, Feb. 1, 2025, in Arlington, Va. (AP Photo/Jose Luis Magana, file)(AP/Jose Luis Magana)FILE - National Transportation Safety Board member Todd Inman speaks with reporters at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, Feb. 1, 2025, in Arlington, Va. (AP Photo/Jose Luis Magana, file)(AP/Jose Luis Magana)WASHINGTON (AP) — A National Transportation Safety Board membe
  
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• ARLnow Daily Debrief for Mar 6, 2026

  07-03-2026 02:30 via arlnow.com
  Good Friday 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 […]
  
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• Silver Spring man released on bail after allegedly touching women’s hair on Metro

  07-03-2026 00:16 via wtop.com
  
  A 28-year-old Silver Spring man has been released on bail after being arrested and charged with assault and battery for an incident at the Clarendon Metro station Sunday.
  Bryan Betancur was arrested after videos showed someone touching women’s hair on Metro trains were livestreamed and posted on social media. The videos appeared on an X account belonging to “BryanBetan75949.”
  Betancur, who served time for his part in the Jan. 6, 2021, riots at the U.S. Capitol and was pardoned
  
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• ‘They weren’t prepared’: Virginia congressman criticizes Trump admin over Americans stranded in Middle East

  06-03-2026 22:26 via wtop.com
  
  Staff of congressman Don Beyer answering busy phones from constituents looking for assistance.(WTOP/ John Doman)Staff of congressman Don Beyer answering busy phones from constituents looking for assistance.(WTOP/ John Doman)Thousands of Americans who were in the Middle East when bombs started falling in Iran have gotten out, but it’s believed hundreds of thousands are still there and help from the State Department has been hard to come by.
  U.S. Rep. Don Beyer, of Virginia, said unanswered
  
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• Watch for potholes and report them to county, staff urge after snowy winter

  06-03-2026 21:45 via arlnow.com
  A cold and snowy winter has produced large numbers of potholes in Arlington, though perhaps not as many as some might expect. About 190 pothole fill requests have been filed […]
  
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• Falls Church leaders consider ‘aggressive’ timeline for Virginia Village housing proposal

  06-03-2026 20:45 via arlnow.com
  Falls Church officials this week sketched out more details in what would be the largest affordable-housing effort in city history. “What you’ve laid out today is really exciting,” said Jim […]
  
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• Wood & Iron restaurant and bar opens today in Va. Square with deals

  06-03-2026 19:45 via arlnow.com
  A long-awaited restaurant and bar in Virginia Square will officially open its doors today (Friday). Richmond-based Wood & Iron will serve diners at new outpost at 3401 Fairfax Drive starting […]
  
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• Clocks spring forward Sunday as Virginia’s push to end daylight saving time stalls until 2027

  06-03-2026 18:45 via arlnow.com
  Clocks will skip ahead an hour at 2 a.m. Sunday for daylight saving time in most of the U.S., creating a 23-hour day that throws off sleep schedules, plunges early-morning […]
  
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• Poll: The best race for runners in Arlington

  06-03-2026 17:45 via arlnow.com
  With spring just around the corner, Arlington’s beloved running events are returning to the calendar. Whether you’re a seasoned marathoner or a casual 5K participant, the county hosts a variety […]
  
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• If Trump Gets His Way, the Board of Immigration Appeals Will Deny Nearly All Appeals

  06-03-2026 16:45 via arlnow.com
  This sponsored column is by Law Office of James Montana PLLC. All questions about it should be directed to James Montana, Esq., Janice Chen, Esq., and Victoria Khaydar, Esq., practicing […]
  
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• Xtend Barre near Courthouse rebrands as Studio B under new owners

  06-03-2026 16:00 via arlnow.com
  A fitness studio near the Courthouse Metro has changed hands and brands. The Xtend Barre at 2008 Wilson Blvd has rebranded to Studio B under new owners Dana Wilson and […]
  
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• As early voting begins on redistricting referendum, Arlington Dems and GOP seek to rally

  06-03-2026 15:15 via arlnow.com
  Arlington’s two main political parties are driving opposing messages as early voting on Virginia’s congressional redistricting referendum began this morning (Friday). The Arlington County Democratic Committee’s rank and file voted […]
  
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• Arlington Democrats back Zecher Sutton for School Board reelection

  06-03-2026 14:30 via arlnow.com
  Arlington Democrats have officially endorsed School Board Chair Bethany Zecher Sutton’s bid for a second term. Zecher Sutton was the lone candidate to seek the party’s endorsement prior to the […]
  
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• Morning Notes for March 6, 2026

  06-03-2026 13:30 via arlnow.com
  Metro Funding Advances — Maryland and Virginia lawmakers are advancing funding proposals supporting the DMVMoves plan, which calls for $460 million in new annual capital funding for Metro starting in […]
  
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• This Women’s History Month book list features trailblazers in literature, activism and media

  06-03-2026 09:47 via wtop.com
  
  Arlington Public Library Director Diane Kresh is highlighting books by and about women who shaped her life and career to celebrate Women's History Month.(WTOP/Mike Murillo)Arlington Public Library Director Diane Kresh is highlighting books by and about women who shaped her life and career to celebrate Women's History Month.(WTOP/Mike Murillo)Throughout March, WTOP is celebrating Women’s History Month. Join us on-air and online as we honor the achievements of women in the D.C. region.
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• Fire at homeless encampment shuts down S. George Mason Drive bridge

  06-03-2026 03:10 via arlnow.com
  Northbound S. George Mason Drive is closed between S. Columbus Street and Four Mile Run Drive due to an outside fire. A fire broke out under a bridge that runs […]
  
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• ARLnow Daily Debrief for Mar 5, 2026

  06-03-2026 02:30 via arlnow.com
  Good Thursday 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 […]
  
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• Listing of the Day: 2025 N. Kenilworth Street

  05-03-2026 23:45 via arlnow.com
  Renovated in 2021 with high end details and self-contained ADU
  
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• Silver Diner’s beloved ‘Mama D’ retiring after 26 years serving Arlington

  05-03-2026 22:45 via arlnow.com
  After 26 years of serving customers at Silver Diner in Arlington, Dorothy Johnson — known to regulars as “Mama D” — is hanging up her uniform. Johnson will wait on […]
  
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• Proposed cuts to Arlington rescue units prompt backlash from firefighter union

  05-03-2026 21:45 via arlnow.com
  Arlington County’s firefighter union is speaking out against a proposal to remove four vacant fire rescue positions from the payroll. The current county budget draft proposes to consolidate the Arlington […]
  
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• JUST IN: Potomac River advisory partially lifted following sewage spill, still in effect near Chain Bridge

  05-03-2026 21:40 via arlnow.com
  The Virginia Department of Health has partially lifted a recreational water advisory for the Potomac River, though the warning remains in place for a 4.7-mile stretch upstream of Chain Bridge. […]
  
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• Bounty hunter accused of presenting fake ICE warrant loses license, avoids jail time

  05-03-2026 20:45 via arlnow.com
  A bounty hunter has pleaded guilty to illegal brandishing in an incident where he is accused of unlawfully detaining a Green Valley resident, falsely claiming to have a warrant for his […]
  
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• Pizzeria Paradiso coming to Water Park in Crystal City this spring

  05-03-2026 19:45 via arlnow.com
  It’s a changing of the guard for pizza restaurants in Crystal City. The regional pizza chain Pizzeria Paradiso is expected to open a new fast-casual spot in National Landing Water […]
  
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• Yorktown players and coach to be honored at N. Va. football banquet

  05-03-2026 19:15 via arlnow.com
  Three accomplished members of the Yorktown High School football program will be celebrated at an awards banquet this weekend. Current Yorktown head coach Alec Hicks will be honored as the […]
  
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• Arlington basketball teams fall in first round of region tournaments

  05-03-2026 18:45 via arlnow.com
  The high-school basketball season ended abruptly for the final three Arlington public varsity teams still alive in postseason action with first-round losses in the 6D North Region tournaments. In girls […]
  
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• Brazilian-Lebanese fusion spot Tio Pelé coming to Langston Blvd

  05-03-2026 17:45 via arlnow.com
  A charcoal chicken restaurant blending “bold Brazilian inspiration with Lebanese flavors” is expected to open next week in Lyon Village. Signage for Tio Pelé is up at 3110 Langston Blvd, […]
  
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• Va. Senate defeats bill supporting by-right multifamily development in commercial zones

  05-03-2026 16:00 via arlnow.com
  A bill seeking to permit by-right multifamily development in commercial zones was defeated in the Virginia Senate yesterday (Thursday) despite limitations proposed by Arlington’s state Sen. Barbara Favola (D-40). The […]
  
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• Number of Arlington seniors surged nearly 50% in just 10 years

  05-03-2026 15:15 via arlnow.com
  Larger numbers of seniors and declining numbers of younger adults are forcing Arlington leaders to rethink how to allocate services in the fiscal 2027 budget. Demographic shifts are also calling […]
  
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• Morning Notes for March 5, 2026

  05-03-2026 13:30 via arlnow.com
  Bookstore Eyed for Westpost — Federal Realty wants to replace the Walgreens at Westpost in Pentagon City with an unnamed bookstore, but a 1998 site plan condition requiring a full-service […]
  
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• Two ACPD officers injured while chasing ‘disorderly’ teens in Ballston

  05-03-2026 04:00 via arlnow.com
  Two police officers were hurt after a group of “disorderly” teens led them on a series of foot chases in Ballston. The incident happened shortly before 11 a.m., drawing a […]
  
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• ARLnow Daily Debrief for Mar 4, 2026

  05-03-2026 02:30 via arlnow.com
  Good Wednesday 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 […]
  
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• NEW: Virginia Supreme Court allows referendum on Democrat-led redistricting proposal

  04-03-2026 23:15 via arlnow.com
  RICHMOND, Va. (AP) — For the second time, Virginia’s Supreme Court ruled Wednesday that voters can cast ballots on a Democrat-led congressional redistricting plan that could help the party win […]
  
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• BizTalk: A New Economic Engine for Arlington and the Region

  04-03-2026 22:45 via arlnow.com
  The launch of National Innovation Quarter (National IQ) marks a major milestone in Arlington’s long-term economic strategy; one focused on competitiveness, diversification and sustained growth at a national scale. National […]
  
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• Musicians play for pets in new volunteer program at Arlington animal shelter

  04-03-2026 21:45 via arlnow.com
  A new program at the Animal Welfare League of Arlington is treating shelter pets to performances by volunteer musicians. The Paws in Music program, a partnership with the Houston-based nonprofit […]
  
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• Burglary call and foot pursuit leads to drug arrest near Drew Elementary

  04-03-2026 21:00 via arlnow.com
  A teen is facing a number of charges after police say a burglary call led to a foot pursuit and the discovery of “distribution amounts” of drugs. The incident happened […]
  
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• DOJ lawyer turned polyamory writer to deliver talk at One More Page Books

  04-03-2026 19:45 via arlnow.com
  A D.C.-area writer and advocate for polyamorous lifestyles will discuss her experiences outside of monogamy at a talk in East Falls Church tomorrow (Thursday). One More Page Books (2200 N. […]
  
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• Just Reduced Properties in Arlington: March 4, 2026

  04-03-2026 18:45 via arlnow.com
  Each week, “Just Reduced” spotlights properties in Arlington County whose price have been cut over the previous week. The market summary is crafted by Arlington Realty, Inc. Maximize your real […]
  
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