Daily
Arlington
Friday, September 12th, 2025
Good morning, Arlington. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 12th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Retired officer Isaac Ho’opi’i was the first responder to enter the Pentagon on Sept. 11, 2001—rushing in with his K9 partner Vito through debris and fire amid chaos. He still carries vivid memories of that day and now honors his service with medals and family mementos that show the unbreakable bond of ohana. DC News Now
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ The Dama family is opening Father Dama Pizza as a takeout pizzeria at 1499 Columbia Pike next door to Dama Restaurant and Cafe—set to offer customizable pies, wings, salads, and sandwiches with an opening date to be announced soon. ARLnow
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Arlington Public Schools is starting a pilot program called Readers Rise: Empowering Young Minds Through Reading that trains volunteers to read for an hour each week with K-2 students at schools (Barrett, Hoffman-Boston, and Long Branch) starting mid-October. The district received 48 sign-ups on the first day and will review the program mid-year while the volunteer application is open until Sept. 26. WTOP
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Arlington held a wreath-laying ceremony in the Courthouse where local leaders and first responders observed a moment of silence at 9:37 a.m.—marking the 24th anniversary of the Sept. 11 attacks—and honoring the victims. ARLnow
- ➤ On Thursday, leaders and first responders gathered at a firehouse on 13th Street NW to honor the sacrifices of September 11 — Deputy Chief Sean Brooks recalled pulling the first hose line at the Pentagon after Flight 77 hit, while Arlington responders remembered the events that shaped their community. The ceremony marked a continued commitment to support the brave individuals who risked their lives that day. DC News Now
- ➤ Governor Glenn Youngkin, along with local elected officials, is set to announce a major economic investment in Northern Virginia later this week. Details about the funding and project scope will be shared at the announcement — officials expect the plan to create lasting jobs in the region. WJLA
- ➤ Metro board met Thursday and praised the drop in crime while raising concerns over bus delays and Metrorail issues—General Manager Randy Clarke said training disruptions and old signaling systems have slowed service and Metro is now accelerating hiring and asking local governments for more bus-only lanes. This report highlights ongoing system challenges as Metro works to improve transit on time performance. WJLA
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Rex is an eight-year-old German Shepherd retired from explosive detection who is seeking a forever home with no other dogs—he is house-trained, crate-trained and enjoys playing fetch while taking his eye drops twice daily. ARLnow
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Coach Alberto Starace has led O’Connell soccer for 40 seasons with 542 wins and his team began the current season with a 2—0 win. He will be inducted along with standout player Gabriella 'Kiki' Toulouse into the Arlington Sports Hall of Fame on Oct. 8 at the Knights of Columbus main hall. ARLnow
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Celtic Festival
12-6 p.m. — Samuel Beckett's Irish Gastro Pub — Free entry — Experience traditional Irish music, dance, food, and a lively makers market at this annual celebration.
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Grand Gaming Melee
10:30 AM – 4:30 PM — Charles E. Beatley, Jr. Central Library — Free entry — Engage in a plethora of tabletop games, from dice to card games with fellow enthusiasts.
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Board Room Gaming
12-6 p.m. — The Board Room VA — Enjoy great drinks and food while playing a huge library of board games.
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EQ-i 2.0®/EQ 360® Certification
September 23-25 — Arlington, Virginia — Registration fee required — Enhance your expertise in emotional intelligence with this comprehensive certification course.
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Collective at Clarendon Day 2025
4-10 p.m. — Clarendon Central Park — Free entry — Celebrate Arlington's largest street festival with live music, local food, and family-friendly activities.
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Cyclocross Team Practices in September
6-7 p.m. — Phoenix Bikes — Commitment required — Train with the team to earn your spot and get your racing kit for the fall season.
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Rosslyn Fall Fest
1-6 PM — Gateway Park — Free entry — Celebrate fall with seasonal brews, live music, and family-friendly activities.
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Mid-Atlantic MarCom Summit
8 a.m.–5 p.m. — Convene 1201 Wilson Boulevard — Check for registration fees — The largest annual gathering of marketing, advertising, PR, and communications professionals in the Mid-Atlantic region.
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