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Good morning, Arlington. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 11th of April.

ACCIDENTS NEWS

  • American Airlines Flight 5490 struck Flight 4522 on a taxiway at Reagan National on Thursday afternoon, causing minor winglet damage on both planes while no injuries were reported and the FAA investigated the incident as replacement aircraft were arranged for passengers.  WJLA
  • More than two months after a 71-year-old man drove a speeding pickup truck the wrong way at the Wilson Blvd and N. Glebe Road intersection on January 27th and struck a vehicle carrying 32-year-old McLean resident Xuewei He, he remains hospitalized while Arlington police continue to investigate the fatal crash.  ARLnow

CRIME NEWS

  • U.S. Marshals arrested 22-year-old Tyler Jordan Clendenen near Ballston Metro on Tuesday—he was booked on charges including armed robbery and other crimes and appeared in Arlington General District Court for arraignment on Thursday before being set for extradition to Maryland.  ARLnow

ECONOMY NEWS

  • New data showed that unemployment claims in Northern Virginia jumped 7.1% from January to February with 53,394 residents filing for benefits—federal layoffs drove the increase that could affect local federal workers in Arlington. Regional leaders met to discuss ways to ease the economic pressure on the affected communities.  ARLnow

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • Residents on Glenmore Avenue are angry with the new road design that replaced speed bumps with zigzag lines two weeks ago. They say drivers still speed and now ask City Hall to fix the problem—worrying that a big crash might happen—since the change did not slow traffic.  WJLA
  • Arlington County’s Board voted last night to approve a $1.7B budget that raises the meals tax from 4% to 5% starting July 1 while keeping property taxes at $1.033 per $100 value. The board chose not to raise real estate taxes further and cut 44 staff positions to boost reserve funds and support social services during tough economic times — a move aimed at protecting vulnerable residents.  ARLnow
  • DEA Washington Division Special Agent In Charge Ibrar Mian is inviting residents in D.C., Maryland and Virginia to take the DEA Challenge — a program that uses data to target drug trafficking rings selling fentanyl, meth and cocaine. He said the initiative will protect communities by pursuing international networks responsible for bringing illegal drugs onto local streets.  WJLA
  • On April 9, the County Board approved a 531-unit housing project in Green Valley despite strong local opposition. The plan will replace two hotels at 2480 S. Glebe Road with 37 townhouses, 494 rental units, and nine affordable apartments on a 5.52 acre site—developers agreed to pay over $2 million to the Affordable Housing Investment Fund and hold quarterly meetings with residents through 2028.  ARLnow

LIFESTYLE NEWS

  • Arlington and the DMV offer many spring events this weekend—ranging from outdoor festivals and live music to art shows and cultural gatherings. Some events run from today until April 13th, giving residents many ways to enjoy the season.  WJLA

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • Gel Plate Printing Workshop with Leaves

    3-5 p.m. — Shop Made in DC — $ — Create beautiful botanical monoprints from leaves and plants in this hands-on workshop.

    Sat, 4/12/25

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  • Open House at 607 N Hudson Street

    1-4 p.m. — 607 N Hudson Street — $1,795,000 — Explore this charming bungalow featuring 4 beds, 3 baths, and a welcoming community vibe.

    Sat, 4/19/25

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  • Arlington Festival of the Arts

    10 AM – 5 PM — CNA Washington D.C. Branch — Free entry — An art extravaganza featuring over 100 artists with works in diverse mediums, perfect for enjoying with your leashed dog.

    Sat, 4/26/25

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  • Open House Event for Luxury Condo

    1-4 p.m. — 4828 27th Pl N, Arlington, VA — $1,690,000 — Explore a charming Cape Cod home with modern amenities and a spacious layout.

    Sun, 4/27/25

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  • Embroidery 101: DC Cherry Blossom Mini Embroidery

    7-8:30 p.m. — Detour Coffee — Food and beverage available for purchase — Discover the art of embroidery while creating a beautiful hand-stitched design.

    Wed, 4/30/25

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  • Open House at Modern Luxury Residence

    1-4 p.m. — 4705 25th St N — $2,695,888 — Explore this exquisite 7-bedroom mansion featuring sophisticated design and modern amenities.

    Sun, 5/4/25

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  • Twilight Tattoo

    7-8 p.m. — Summerall Field — Free entry — Experience a live military performance featuring U.S. Army Soldiers in an action-packed event.

    Wed, 5/7/25

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  • Jazz @ Met: Akua Allrich & the TRIBE

    4:30-6:30 p.m. — Metropolitan Park — Free entry — Experience vibrant live jazz in a scenic outdoor setting.

    Thu, 5/8/25

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  • Brunch at Inca Social

    1-3 p.m. — Inca Social — Cost varies — Enjoy a delightful brunch while catching up over delicious food.

    Sun, 5/11/25

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