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Tuesday, July 29th, 2025
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Good morning, Arlington. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 29th of July.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ ReliableIT, a new tech support startup in Arlington, will help residents fix issues with computers, phones, TVs, printers, and Wi-Fi routers while offering free 15-minute sessions and one-on-one training. Founder and CEO Mahboba 'Maya' Akhtarzadah works evenings and weekends and sets prices based on each project and customer need — making tech support more personal and accessible. ARLnow
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Arlington County Police said on July 26 that three men, including two thin white men & one heavy-set white man, entered a business, assaulted a known victim and threatened him with a machete before fleeing, and the victim received minor treatment & remains under investigation. DC News Now
- ➤ Arlington police arrested a 27-year-old man — who became agitated during an early morning fight — after he allegedly tried to knife a victim near Clarendon's bar district at about 2 a.m. on Sunday, leaving the victim with a minor hand injury. ARLnow
- ➤ Police investigated an attempted bank robbery in Ballston on July 24 when a man passed a note to a bank teller at the 800 block of N. Randolph Street and fled empty-handed, and later that night near Columbia Pike, two suspects tried to carjack a parked vehicle, stealing a wallet and electronics—no injuries were reported. ARLnow
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Federal officials froze $1.5M for Arlington Public Schools to review spending on programs for at-risk students, which left key support funding in doubt. Billions were released Friday, but school leaders still worry that Title I and special-ed supports may face cuts — they now await confirmation on the final funding status. ARLnow
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Arlington’s Planning Commission currently serves without pay but may earn a stipend in the future as elected officials review ways to support its heavy workload + caregiving expenses, though no compensation will be provided for this fiscal year that began on July 1. Board Chair Takis Karantonis and Commission Chair Tenley Peterson stressed that the issue remains under discussion amid ongoing fiscal challenges. ARLnow
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Nine new build single-family homes with modern design are listed in Arlington for under $2M with several properties having recent price reductions — these listings give local buyers a chance to settle in popular communities. Interested buyers may contact real estate advisor Jean Ropp to schedule a private showing. ARLnow
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Pre-Dating Speed Dating for Ages 50-69
6:30-8:30 p.m. — Astro Beer Hall — Ticket required — Meet interesting singles in a dynamic atmosphere with fast-paced 6-minute 'pre-dates' to spark connections.
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Children's Festival 2025
4 PM — Kenmore Theater — Ticket info at Tickeri.com — Experience a joyful day of fun activities for children of all ages.
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Beeswax Candle Making Workshop
7-8:30 p.m. — Detour Coffee — Food and drinks available for purchase — Learn to craft lovely beeswax candles in a relaxing evening workshop.
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Big Bold Collage Blooms Workshop
3-5 p.m. — Shop Made in DC — All materials included — Create vibrant collage flowers from hand-painted papers under the guidance of Jennifer Penick.
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Arlington County Fair
5-10:30 p.m. — Thomas Jefferson Community Center — Free entry — Experience thrilling rides, games, and diverse food at one of the East Coast's largest free fairs.
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Cloud Breach Prevention Playbook
6-8 p.m. — AWS Skills Center Arlington — Free entry — Explore strategies to prevent cloud breaches caused by misconfigurations and maintain secure identities.
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Arlington County Fair
1-2 p.m. — Thomas Jefferson Community Center — Free entry — Experience local performances, fun contests, and activities for the whole family at the Arlington County Fair.
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Funky Charcuterie Board Painting Session
7-9 p.m. — Courthaus Social — One complimentary drink included — Create custom ceramic charcuterie boards while enjoying a relaxed atmosphere at the beer garden.
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2025 Around The World Cultural Food Festival
11 a.m. - 7 p.m. — Oronoco Bay Park — Free admission — Experience global culinary delights, live performances, and cultural crafts at this vibrant festival.
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