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Arlington
Tuesday, August 12th, 2025
Good morning, Arlington. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 12th of August.
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Arlington’s largest food pantry faces an $891,000 gap in its budget this fiscal year because 23,190 residents have been referred and nearly 200,000 visits were recorded—an 8.9% rise from last year. CEO Charlie Meng warned that cuts to federal programs and rising costs may force the nonprofit to rely on its reserves unless donations or county support increase. ARLnow
- ➤ A survey shows that for $1,500 a month, Arlington residents rent apartments of only 476 square feet—much less than the national average of 715 square feet. The study compared Arlington with Alexandria—where similar budgets yield more space—and found that other Virginia areas offer larger rentals for the same cost. ARLnow
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ On Saturday, a water main break on Columbia Pike at S. Dinwiddie Street killed over 1,000 fish in Four Mile Run with cloudy water seen near Shirlington dog park. County crews fixed the break quickly and restored service within an hour (county spokesperson Peter Golkin explained that a burst of chlorinated water shocked the fish). ARLnow
- ➤ Ten new food disposal bins were installed around Arlington last week at Metro stations in Pentagon City, Colonial Village, Court House, and Clarendon to expand composting options for residents in apartments and condos. Residents must download the Bigbelly Smart Compost app — scan a QR code to unlock the bins and dispose of food scraps. ARLnow
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Arlington’s historic preservation process protects 39 Local Historic Districts and other recognized properties by requiring owners to work with the Historical Affairs and Landmark Review Board to maintain authentic exteriors—benefits include tax credits for approved rehabilitation and design review assistance. Homeowners continue to preserve the county’s centuries-old history while potentially boosting property values for future generations. ARLnow
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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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DLS 5K for Lewy Body Dementia
9 AM – 5 PM — Bon Air Park Rose Garden — Early bird registration until June 30 — Participate in a fun 5K run/walk to raise awareness for Lewy body dementia.
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Mindfulness Meditation for Everyday Life
10:30-11:30 a.m. — Mary Riley Styles Public Library — Free entry — Explore mindfulness meditation techniques to enhance daily living.
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Rosslyn Jazz Fest 2025
12-6 p.m. — Gateway Park — Free entry — Enjoy a vibrant day of music featuring the gospel soul sounds of The Sensational Barnes Brothers.
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FFab and the Skulls Live Show
8 p.m. — Galaxy Hut — Free entry — Experience an original music performance with FFab and the Skulls, featuring opening act Anthony Martin.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
The master has failed more times than the beginner has even tried.
~ Stephen McCranie
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