Stay Informed. Plan Ahead. Make a Kit. Learn the steps you can take before the arrival of Hurricane Florence.
USS Arlington Sails on Eve of 9/11 Anniversary
The U.S. Navy vessel honors the victims and first responders of the 2001 attack on the Pentagon.
Back to School in Arlington
Behind the scenes, Arlington County is busy making sure it will be another great school year. From supplies to buses, and everything in between, here’s a glimpse how we help get ready for the morning bell (because after all, it’s important to show your work).
Here’s Why You’re Seeing More Dragonflies in Arlington
Have you been noticing more dragonflies in Arlington? There’s a reason for that.
The Tale of Smoke the Dog
Smoke the dog, a hound mix with terminal cancer, was able to check off the most important item on his bucket list: finding his forever home.
8 Things to Do in Arlington Before Summer Ends
With only a few weeks left until school starts, we’ve rounded up some of the best ways to squeeze every drop out of the last days of summer.
Real-time Reservations: DPR Moves Community Center Booking Online
Five of Arlington’s community centers now offer online reservations for one-time uses of classrooms, gyms, outdoor plazas, and multipurpose rooms.
Meet the Guru of Summer Camp Registration
Chemin Brown is responsible for ensuring Arlington’s camp registration process runs smoothly for thousands of County families. She sat down to talk about her work.
PHOTOS: Take a Look Inside Camp Heat 2018
The Arlington County Fire Department hosted its annual four-day Camp Heat this past weekend, providing girls ages 15-18 with a hands-on experience that included Fire/EMS simulations, physical training, CPR, fire behavior training and more.
From Half-Pipes to Roadbed: Powhatan Springs Skate Park Concrete to Get a Second Life
Work crews are digging up the old bowls and half-pipes to make way for a new, redesigned park, set to open in early 2019.