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Friday, August 1st, 2025
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Good morning, Arlington. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 1st of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Green Valley community leaders have worked for decades to improve public safety—efforts rooted in a history starting with freed Black residents and continuing through periods marked by segregation, crime, and drug challenges. Yordanos Woldai and others now push for more consistent police patrols and sustained investments as the neighborhood struggles to overcome longstanding issues. ARLnow
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Today, the NTSB holds its final public hearing into the deadly midair collision near Reagan National that killed 67 people when an Army Black Hawk and a regional passenger jet collided, and officials and experts are calling for improved air traffic control measures — concerns include staffing and altitude errors. WJLA
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ The Hello Kitty Cafe Truck will visit Westpost at National Landing tomorrow from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.—it will offer sweets, limited-edition treats, and merchandise celebrating its 10th anniversary. ARLnow
- ➤ Local entrepreneur Shy Pahlevani and father-daughter duo Hossein and Ivana Goal launched Oasis Hill at GMU’s Fuse building at 3401 Fairfax Drive to host events for young innovators. The group holds pitch competitions and panels on AI and sales technology — aiming to build a space where local professionals connect. ARLnow
- ➤ Arlington Economic Development introduced BizLaunch to help local entrepreneurs by offering free tools, guidance and connections for starting a business. The program features a step-by-step checklist and one-on-one consultations to navigate permits and local regulations + support new startup efforts in Arlington. ARLnow
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Local artist Wilson B., known for his satirical posters of local figures, has launched a mobile pop-up art studio and a limited-edition zine called Maximum A-R-L in Clarendon and Courthouse. He plans weekly summer shows and will release 10 editions of the zine ahead of the November election—adding a creative burst to Arlington’s public spaces. ARLnow
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Governor Youngkin said the state’s revenue for 2025 was above forecast by $572 million, making a surplus of about $2.7 billion that will pay for $1 billion in tax relief—$400 for joint filers and $200 for single filers coming this fall. He said strong job growth, full Medicaid funding, and added education spending helped boost the state’s finances. WJLA
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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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