Arlington news

• ACPD: Unlicensed drunk driver struck two cars, bit police officer and tried to grab gun

  26-02-2024 21:55 via arlnow.com
  
  Police car at night (file photo courtesy Kevin Wolf)
  A 25-year-old woman is facing a number of charges after a series of crashes.
  Police say the Arlington resident first crashed into a parked car with people inside along Washington Blvd, shortly before 10 p.m. this past Thursday. She allegedly fled that scene but soon crashed into another car, causing her vehicle to flip over, Arlington County police said.
  The scene, in the Lyon Park neighborhood south of Clarendon, was captured and posted on so
  
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• County considers dropping 1960s-era parking minimums for gyms and shopping centers to help fill vacant storefronts

  26-02-2024 21:30 via arlnow.com
  
  Gold’s Gym in Ballston (staff photo by James Jarvis)
  Looser parking requirements could encourage more gyms and shops to fill Arlington’s commercial real estate vacancies, the county believes.
  The Arlington County Board on Saturday unanimously voted to have staff research possible changes to the Arlington County Zoning Ordinance and advertise requests to amend it. In addition to slashing parking minimums for gyms, the county is considering whether to allow parking lots to designate mo
  
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• Struggling to find a therapist? Open spots are available at Peaceful Mind Solutions

  26-02-2024 20:30 via arlnow.com
  
  Are you struggling with stress, anxiety, or overwhelming emotions? Do you find yourself stuck in patterns that hinder your personal growth and happiness?It’s time to take charge of your mental well-being and embark on a journey of self-discovery.
  At Peaceful Mind Solutions, we offer transformative psychotherapy sessions that empower you to overcome obstacles and cultivate a fulfilling life. Our team of experienced and compassionate therapists is dedicated to guiding you towards inner heal
  
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• Bonefish Grill in Pentagon City closes permanently

  26-02-2024 19:30 via arlnow.com
  
  Bonefish Grill in Pentagon City is permanently closed.
  Situated at 1101 S. Joyce Street in the Westpost shopping center (formerly Pentagon Row), the seafood restaurant — known for its wood-grilled fish, steaks, and signature “bang bang shrimp” appetizer — has placed several “closed” notices at its entrance, directing patrons to its closest branch in Fairfax County.
  Google has listed the restaurant as “permanently closed.”
  When ARLnow visited the s
  
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• Adoptable Pet of the Week: Leo

  26-02-2024 18:30 via arlnow.com
  
  Are you searching for a super cute, super silly and super fast friend?
  Meet Leo, an adventurous gerbil up for adoption through the Animal Welfare League of Arlington. Leo is currently in foster.
  This is what his friends had to say:
  Leo is a super social and adventurous gerbil. He is very responsive to play and loves designing his home with the materials in his cage.
  Leo likes carrots and having fun. He LOVES lettuce, chew toys, and playing in mazes in a play pen. Leo is happy when you feed him
  
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• Police investigating body found along busy road near Rosslyn

  26-02-2024 17:30 via arlnow.com
  
  Arlington County police are conducting a death investigation along Langston Blvd, near Rosslyn.
  A body was found in a wooded area late Sunday afternoon. Officers remain on scene today, collecting and documenting evidence. There’s no word yet on whether police consider the death to be suspicious.
  “At approximately 4:18 p.m. on February 25, police were directed to the 2100 block of Langston Boulevard where human remains were located in a wooded area,” Arlington County police spo
  
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• County mulls allowing gun buyback programs that give out cash or gift cards for unwanted guns

  26-02-2024 16:30 via arlnow.com
  
  Arlington police officers (staff photo by James Jarvis)
  Arlington County is considering whether to make it possible for the county to run firearm buyback events.
  Buybacks would provide residents with cash, gift cards, vouchers or other payment in exchange for guns, according to a proposed ordinance. The voluntary events would be open to residents of Arlington and Falls Church.
  The Arlington County Board on Saturday authorized a request to advertise the potential amendment to the county code. The
  
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• For Five Coffee Roasters’ new Rosslyn café is now open

  26-02-2024 15:30 via arlnow.com
  
  For Five Coffee Roasters’ Rosslyn location was already bustling with activity just hours after opening its doors for the first time on Friday.
  “I’m so excited!” customer Laura Durie exclaimed to a companion as she looked at the coffee shop’s menu. “Look, they have an omelet!”
  Durie has been walking past the 1735 N. Lynn Street location every day for work, eagerly awaiting its opening. But she didn’t know the spacious, two-story café sold foo
  
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• What’s ranked choice voting and where will it be used in Virginia this election season?

  26-02-2024 12:11 via wtop.com
  
  It’s showing signs of growing in popularity. Now Arlington, Virginia, has adopted ranked choice voting to elect the county board in November.
  Instead of picking only their favorite candidate, when using ranked choice the voter ranks candidates in order of preference.
  Ballots that don’t help the voter’s top choice count for their next choice.
  Deb Otis of Fair Vote — a national organization advocating for election reform — told the Arlington Board that where ranked ch
  
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• What will be different in November when voters cast ballots for the Arlington County Board

  26-02-2024 12:11 via wtop.com
  
  It’s showing signs of growing in popularity. Now Arlington, Virginia, has adopted ranked choice voting to elect the county board in November.
  Instead of picking only their favorite candidate, when using ranked choice the voter ranks candidates in order of preference.
  Ballots that don’t help the voter’s top choice count for their next choice.
  Deb Otis of Fair Vote — a national organization advocating for election reform — told the Arlington Board that where ranked ch
  
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