In Search of Fireflies: She Got a Copperhead Bite Instead
Advice from an Arlington resident and Virginia Herpetologists
It was a beautiful summer’s eve in Arlington last July, and Sara Stepahin was walking with her partner to see fireflies at Fort C.F. Smith.
AT&T Grants Arlington’s Bridges to Independence $20,000
Others like Joe have a chance to succeed thanks to grant.
Joe is on the autism spectrum and wanted to participate in the Bridges to Independence summer internships initiative.
Arlington Neighborhood Sends Off a New Midshipman
Pandemic precautions color Plebe summer
At 7 a.m. on Thursday, July 2, more than forty neighbors gathered to line North Abingdon Street to send off Shane Tomb as he left to begin his “Plebe Summer” at the U.S. Naval Academy.
Arlington Couple Cleans Up Nice
Two residents dedicate themselves to cleaning up the banks of the Potomac.
You’ve seen the trash along the banks of the Potomac and you might even have picked up a plastic bottle or bag two to bring home for recycling.
Pandemic Patience: Counselor at NVFS Calms New Mothers
Tele-mental health during COVID-19 is the new normal for the Healthy Families Program.
Mental health counselor Bianca Molinari Anez knows what it is like to encounter postpartum depression; she experienced it herself. That’s one of the reasons she is so devoted to the group of women she counsels.
Northern Virginia Family Service: More than a Safety Net for 100 Years
During the Great Depression, they handed out coal and coats. Now, it’s an array of services.
Ninety-five years ago, Northern Virginia Family Service handed out coats and coal in Alexandria. Today, the organization has a much broader mission and geographic reach throughout Northern Virginia and – in the face of the COVID-19 pandemic – an increased need for its services.
Muslims Celebrate Ramadan at Home During Pandemic
It was hard not to be able to embrace friends and family after the 30 day fast.
Ramadan, the month-long fast that takes place in the ninth month of the Islamic calendar year, is, after all, a time of sacrifice. For many who were under stay-at-home orders in Virginia, that spirit of sacrifice took on an added dimension.
Arlington Graduates: Can’t Rain on Their Parade
Graduates cobble together a memorable event despite virus.
A few ebullient graduates, keeping social distance, came to the Marymount campus on Saturday to pose for “graduation pictures,” even going so far as to throw their mortar boards in the air and catch them to simulate one of the great joys of finally receiving a degree.
Claudia Morales Is Arlington’s 2020 Foster Parent of the Year
Arlington's foster parent program will face major need post-pandemic.
How often does a young, single, professional person have the desire and capacity to become a foster parent? Claudia Morales of Arlington did. Nine times. Morales was officially approved in 2015 to become a foster parent, and since then she has had 9 children join her family.
Neighborhood Weekly Tells the Story of COVID-19 Life in Arlington
Teenager starts her own paper to keep herself and neighbors engaged.
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Arlington Commonwealth’s Attorney’s Pandemic Priorities
Foresight helps keep pandemic at bay in local detention centers.
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Northern Virginia Activists Helped Pass a Stronger Virginia Clean Economy Act
Not the Green New Deal, but it’s a beginning, local leaders say.
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Arlington Teachers, Students Pursue Eco-Friendly Policy
Reduce, reuse, recycle, rot: students, volunteers and teachers taking the lead.
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Arlington, Alexandria, Fairfax State Representatives Push Through Anti-Plastic Bills
Lopez, Ebbin and Favola pushed for new laws
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Heritage Festival in Arlington Reflects Community Values
Locals take advantage of the pre-Coronavirus gathering
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Arlington Thrive Gets $60K Grant from CareFirst
Thrive’s safety net will be crucial as the virus has an impact on hourly workers
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TLC for Trees at Trinity Presbyterian Church in Arlington
Parishioners and Tree Stewards pair up to save tall, handsome neighbors.
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Tommy Orange Resonates with Arlington Native Americans
Arlington Reads brings one of the “must read” authors to town to an overflow crowd.
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Searching for a Superintendent for Arlington
Public asked to contribute views: What do you want in a new superintendent?
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Arlington Painter Ending Successful Show at Northside Social
Sue Grace’s colors and shapes are hitting their stride.
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It’s a Beautiful Day in the (Hall’s Hill) Neighborhood in Arlington
Growing up black in Arlington was not easy; good neighbors helped.
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Restorative Justice Comes to Arlington
Arlington will have a chance to showcase a better way to deal with crime.
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Get Out Your Inner Cowboy, Cowgirl, or Cowlick for Arlington Thrive
Event offers a chance to recycle eyeglasses, electronics.
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Power of a Stream in Arlington
Four Mile Run offers the chance to learn about patience, science, water, and summertime.
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Piles of Ruined Household Items Tell Story of Flooding in Arlington
Damage widespread as residents seek relief.
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Larry Barnett Supporters in Arlington Have ‘Fun-Raiser’
Arlingtonians back the “caring candidate” from Midlothian.
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Fathers in Jail Reunite with Their Children in Arlington
Men have high praise for system run by Sheriff Arthur.
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Raising Funds for Prince William Delegate
Arlington women support Haya Ayala’s pro-ERA, pro-health care stance.
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Argentine Festival: Talent, Energy, and Patriotism in Arlington
Literary, culinary, musical, cultural talents on display.
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Grabowsky Talks Trash in Arlington
Don’t “wish cycle” because you do more harm than good when you do.
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Not Just Another Pretty Tune in Arlington
“Ninth Street Quartet” entertains audience with new music.
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Are Glass Bottles Being Recycled in Arlington?
To be sure they don’t end up in landfills, take them to a designated area.
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Arlington Teacher Knighted by French Embassy
Wakefield French teacher Katy Wheelock honored as “chevalier.”
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