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Taxpayer funds earmarked for Independence Arch in Arlington, per NEH budget
politics1 day ago

Taxpayer funds earmarked for Independence Arch in Arlington, per NEH budget

The National Endowment for the Humanities' spending plan reserves $2 million in special initiative funds and $13 million in matching funds for President Trump's proposed Independence Arch in Arlington, Virginia, signaling taxpayer support for the project even as total costs and private funding details remain unclear. The arch, modeled after the Arc de Triomphe and meant to commemorate the 250th anniversary, would sit along a flight path to Reagan National Airport, with potential private contributions from leftover White House ballroom funds.

via CBS News|
#arc-de-triomphe-inspired#arlington#independence-arch
Arlington IndyCar Start Bumped Up Ahead of Winds
sports27 days ago

Arlington IndyCar Start Bumped Up Ahead of Winds

Arlington's inaugural Java House Grand Prix will start at noon ET Sunday (11 a.m. local) due to forecasted afternoon winds, with the NTT INDYCAR SERIES race airing at 11:30 a.m. ET on FOX networks; a 20-minute warmup runs 9:50–10:10 a.m. ET and INDY NXT action begins earlier on a 2.73-mile, 14-turn temporary street circuit around AT&T Stadium and Globe Life Field, in a joint venture of Penske Entertainment, the Dallas Cowboys and REV Entertainment.

via INDYCAR.com|
#arlington#indycar#motorsports
Boeing Moves Defense HQ Back to St. Louis
business1 month ago

Boeing Moves Defense HQ Back to St. Louis

Boeing is relocating its Defense, Space & Security HQ from Crystal City in Arlington, Virginia to St. Louis, while the global HQ stays in Arlington; the move aims to keep leaders close to a major engineering and manufacturing workforce, with about 18,000 Boeing employees in the St. Louis region, and follows ongoing multi‑year investments in advanced production facilities. The division will continue to have a Virginia presence, and daily operations are not expected to change.

via ARLnow|
#arlington#boeing#business
Arlington Faces Sharp Rise in Syphilis, Prompting Expanded Testing Push
health2 months ago

Arlington Faces Sharp Rise in Syphilis, Prompting Expanded Testing Push

Arlington’s 2024 syphilis rate was 31.2 per 100,000, about 50% above Virginia’s average and more than double Northern Virginia’s rate, marking the highest Arlington rate since 2019. Officials cite a younger, highly mobile population and delays in diagnosis and have issued updated testing guidance and engaged clinicians through the Northern Virginia STI/HIV Taskforce to improve detection and treatment. National data show a 42% rise in syphilis from 2020–2024, underscoring the need for routine screening for sexually active people, while Arlington’s STI Clinic provides testing and free services for low‑income residents; prenatal testing to prevent congenital syphilis is also emphasized by Dr. Deidra Parrish, the new public health director.

via ARLnow|
#arlington#health#public-health
Snowy Arlington sparks casual feasts as restaurants roll out snow-day deals
local2 months ago

Snowy Arlington sparks casual feasts as restaurants roll out snow-day deals

As a winter storm blankets Arlington and nearby Falls Church, numerous local restaurants are offering snow-day incentives—open for specials, some with rooftop or all-day deals, while others have closed. Metropolitan Washington Restaurant Week extends to Feb. 1 at select spots and Falls Church Restaurant Week continues with participating venues. Listings include Ragtime, Brass Rabbit Pub, Don Tito, Spider Kelly’s, Harvey’s, Pike Cornerstone, Screwtop Wine Bar, Nettie’s Tavern, Crystal City Sports Pub, and others, with some venues planning schedule changes or lunch-hour openings. Authorities urge drivers to stay off the roads, and diners are turning to nearby eateries for a warm bite during the weather, while social updates guide which restaurants remain open or announce specials.

via arlnow.com|
#arlington#local#restaurant-week
Harris Teeter to Close Multiple DMV Stores This Summer
local-news9 months ago

Harris Teeter to Close Multiple DMV Stores This Summer

Two Harris Teeter stores in Arlington are closing this summer as part of a strategic market review by parent company Kroger, with closures at 950 S. George Mason Drive and 3600 S. Glebe Road, affecting around 100-120 employees at each location. Remaining stores in Arlington include locations in Pentagon Row, Lee-Harrison, Shirlington Village, and Ballston. The closures are part of a broader plan to shut about 60 underperforming stores in the D.C. area over the next 18 months.

via ARLnow|
#arlington#grocery-stores#harris-teeter
AT&T Stadium Deemed Safe After Roof Mishap Inspection
sports1 year ago

AT&T Stadium Deemed Safe After Roof Mishap Inspection

A metal sheet fell from the roof of AT&T Stadium due to a gust of wind, but Arlington officials confirmed there are no structural issues with the venue. However, the incident highlights a potential design flaw, prompting calls for a comprehensive review to ensure no other hidden problems exist. Ensuring safety is crucial to prevent future incidents and liability concerns.

via NBC Sports|
#arlington#atandt-stadium#design-flaw
"2024 MLB Home Run Derby: Preview, Rules, and Big Prizes"
sports1 year ago

"2024 MLB Home Run Derby: Preview, Rules, and Big Prizes"

The 2024 MLB Home Run Derby in Arlington will feature eight contestants, including a former two-time champion and five first-time participants. The format has changed to a cumulative home run total in the first round, with the top four advancing to the semifinals. Key contenders include Pete Alonso, Marcell Ozuna, Gunnar Henderson, Bobby Witt Jr., and Adolis García, each with unique strengths and narratives. Alonso aims for a historic third win, while Witt Jr. is the hometown favorite. The event promises to showcase emerging stars and thrilling power displays.

via The Ringer|
#2024#arlington#baseball