Tag: arlington
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Arlington Prepares for School Reopening with Enhanced Safety Measures and Community Initiatives
Arlington Public Schools reopens August 31, with expanded speed cameras boosting student safety. The county also seeks input on park and parking upgrades, while offering various community events, from mental health screenings to restaurant week and 9/11 commemorations.
Politics and GovernmentEducationHealthEnvironmentGeneral PoliticsTransportationSocial Issues ArlingtonSchool SafetySpeed CamerasPublic SchoolsCommunity EngagementVision ZeroLocal EventsInside Arlington
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Arlington Prepares for Busy Fall with Community Events, Safety Initiatives
Arlington transitions from summer with school safety campaigns, restaurant week, 9/11 remembrance, jazz fest, and opportunities for public feedback on various community plans and initiatives.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessHealthEntertainmentGeneral PoliticsEducationTransportationEnvironmentSocial Issues ArlingtonCommunity EventsTransportation SafetyRestaurant Week9/11 RemembrancePublic EngagementJazz MusicInside Arlington
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Governor Spanberger Highlights Record Housing Investments, Celebrates New Arlington Apartments
Governor Abigail Spanberger celebrated record housing investments and the opening of Wholey Legacy Homes in Arlington. The 234-unit complex offers affordable options, supported by nearly $100 million in state funding, aiming to ensure all Virginians can find a home that…
Politics and GovernmentBusinessGeneral PoliticsState GovernmentsEconomyReal EstateSocial Issues Abigail SpanbergerVirginiaArlingtonAffordable HousingWholey Legacy HomesHousing DevelopmentVirginia Housing Trust Fund
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Governor Spanberger Focuses on Healthcare and Housing in Virginia
Governor Abigail Spanberger's public schedule on August 13, 2026, includes highlighting new laws for affordable healthcare in Alexandria and celebrating investments to lower housing costs in Arlington, alongside honoring STEAM-H essay winners.
Politics and GovernmentHealthBusinessState GovernmentsGeneral PoliticsEconomyEducationSocial Issues Abigail SpanbergerVirginiaHealthcareHousingAlexandriaArlingtonSTEAM-H ContestVirginia Governor
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Arlington Prepares for 50th County Fair, Opens Fall Program Registration
Arlington celebrates its 50th County Fair from August 12-16, while opening registration for fall Parks & Rec activities. The county also seeks feedback on transportation plans and a new park concept.
Politics and GovernmentEntertainmentSportSocial IssuesGeneral PoliticsState GovernmentsTransportationEducation ArlingtonCounty FairFall ActivitiesParks & RecreationPickleballCommunity EngagementInside Arlington
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Small Business Summit to Address Government Contracting Realities in Arlington
George Mason University and SECAF will co-host the Small Business Summit on Sept. 16, 2026, in Arlington. The event focuses on government contracting realities, offering insights, networking, and a keynote by Octo CEO Mehul Sanghani for small businesses.
BusinessPolitics and GovernmentEconomyEmployment and LaborEducationFederal Government Small BusinessGovernment ContractingGeorge Mason UniversitySECAFBusiness SummitArlingtonMehul SanghaniCity of Fairfax
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Arlington Prepares for Independence Day with Celebrations, Road Closures, and Safety Warnings
Arlington County announces Independence Day celebrations, significant road closures, and safety warnings for fireworks and extreme heat. The Arlington Public Library will also host "LibraryFest" on July 18 to mark the nation's 250th anniversary.
Politics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementWeatherBusinessGeneral PoliticsState GovernmentsEconomyTransportationSocial IssuesEducation ArlingtonIndependence DayJuly 4thRoad ClosuresFireworks SafetyExtreme HeatCommunity EventsInside Arlington
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Spatial Front Relocates Headquarters to Arlington, Bringing 450 New Jobs
Spatial Front, an IT services firm, is moving its headquarters to Arlington, Virginia, investing $6 million and creating 450 jobs. Governor Spanberger praised the move, reinforcing Virginia's tech innovation status and strong business climate.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessScience & TechnologyState GovernmentsEconomyEmployment and LaborComputers and InternetArtificial Intelligence Spatial FrontArlingtonVirginiaHeadquarters RelocationIT ServicesJob CreationEconomic Development