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The basketball battle for first place in the Liberty District, with three Arlington boys varsity teams included in the chase, is getting interesting.
Heading into Jan. 20 action, the McLean Highlanders were atop the standings with a 5-0 league mark, and Arlington’s Yorktown Patriots were tied for second at 4-1 and 11-4 overall.
What was once only expected to be a coating to an inch of snow could be more like 1-3 inches.
The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Weather Advisory for Arlington, the District and other parts of the immediate D.C. area, with snow expected to start falling early Sunday.
Arlington invites the community to come together for an inspiring evening honoring the life, legacy, and enduring impact of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. at the County’s annual MLK tribute this Sunday, January 18 from 5-6:30 p.m. at Wakefield High School.
This year’s production, Dreams, Faith & Justice in Action, brings Dr. King’s message to life through dance, music, and storytelling throughout the evening. Hear from distinguished community speakers including attorney and activist Marcia Olivia Payne, Esq., pastor and author Dr. Shakina Dunbar Rawlings, and the Honorable Judge William T. Newman, Jr. who served as Arlington’s first African American County Board Member and Chair. The program will also spotlight local changemakers whose work embody Dr. King’s principles of service, equality, and shared purpose.
The 2026 tribute is anchored by the renowned Howard Gospel Choir of Howard University who will grace the stage with powerful performances rooted in a 50-year legacy that has captivated audiences around the region and across the world. As a premiere performing arts ensemble, Howard Gospel Choir has performed at the invitation of the White House and the Kennedy Center, debuted at #19 on the billboard top gospel music album chart, and served as a trailblazer for gospel ministries across collegiate campuses. The stage will also highlight local and regional talent from lyrical dancer, Jayme Howard, the Patterson Elementary School choir, and the Gunston Middle School step team. Click here to learn more about this year’s performers, speakers, and crew.
Free Admission and Community Support
Admission to the event is free, with seating available on a first-come, first-serve basis. Doors open at 4:30 p.m. Can’t make it in person? A livestream will be available so the entire community can take part. Attendees are encouraged to drop off food donations at the event in support of the Arlington Food Assistance Center, and also explore meaningful ways to serve during MLK weekend and throughout the year.
Learn more and RSVP here for this free community celebration!
RICHMOND, Va. (AP) — Amid a cold drizzle, Democrat Abigail Spanberger was sworn into office Saturday at the state Capitol as Virginia’s first female governor after centuries of men holding the state’s top office.
The inauguration of Spanberger, who defeated Republican Winsome Earle-Sears to succeed Gov. Glenn Youngkin, marks a new chapter in Virginia as Democrats pull the levers of power in state government while Republican President Donald Trump sits in the White House in neighboring Washington.
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Nearly 3,000 homes and businesses in the Ballston area are in the dark on a chilly night.
The outage was first reported late Saturday afternoon. As of 5:30 p.m., Dominion’s website listed 2,801 customers without power, in an area roughly bounded by N. Glebe Road, I-66, N. Quincy Street and Wilson Blvd.
Good Friday evening, Arlington. Let’s take a look back at today’s stories and a look forward to tomorrow’s event calendar.
The following articles were published earlier today — Jan 16, 2026.
Since it’s Friday, we’ve also compiled a list of the most-read articles of the week, below.
Here is what’s going on Saturday in Arlington, from our event calendar.
Here are the events planned for Sunday:
Scattered snow showers will transition to rain showers between 10am and noon before the skies gradually clear up and become mostly sunny with a high of 47°F. A south wind of 8 to 10 mph and gusts up to 21 mph accompany a 50% chance of precipitation. On Saturday night, expect a chance of rain after 1am, mixing with snow after 4am, and a mostly cloudy sky with a low around 31°F. Light and variable winds will become northwest around 5 mph after midnight, with a 30% chance of precipitation. See more from Weather.gov.
“The best way out is always through.”
– Robert Frost
The MonumentCam screenshot above is used with permission of the Trust for the National Mall and courtesy of EarthCam.
We hope you have a great weekend, Arlington! If you have something to say about an issue of local note not covered today, feel free to post it as a letter to the editor on our new forum. 👋
Chords of Desire: Broadway and Opera Favorites explores the universal themes of love, longing, and triumph through beloved selections from opera and the Broadway stage.
The program features the charismatic baritone Anton Belov, renowned for his velvety tone and dramatic depth, alongside the luminous soprano Karin Paludan. Joined by artistic director/violinist Leo Sushansky and piano virtuoso Carlos Cesar Rodriguez together, they bridge classical and popular traditions with elegance, passion, and flair.
A constitutional amendment to codify abortion access has cleared the last major hurdle before likely going to Virginia voters for a referendum in November.
Today (Friday), the Virginia Senate advanced an amendment to protect abortion in the Constitution of Virginia 21-18, following an earlier 64-34 vote by the Virginia House of Delegates. A simple majority of voters would need to vote in favor for the legislation to be approved.
Falls Church Restaurant Week is back beginning next week, with the largest-ever number of establishments participating.
A record 66 restaurants will participate in the event Friday, Jan. 23 to Sunday, Feb. 1, offering restaurant week menus, special items and other exclusive offers. This is in addition to those participating in Metropolitan Washington Winter Restaurant Week, which returns on Monday.
RICHMOND, Va. (AP) — Virginia voters will decide whether to back a redrawn district map that favors Democrats in the tit-for-tat battle for the U.S. House after the left-leaning Senate advanced a proposed constitutional amendment on Friday that supports mid-decade congressional redistricting.
Such a congressional map has not been publicly released, though lawmakers say that will change by the end of the month. Officials have repeatedly vowed that voters would see a proposed map before the referendum is held, likely in April.
A 38-year-old Arlington woman has been charged with attempted arson after allegedly pouring gasoline in the office of an apartment building.
The incident happened around 10:30 p.m. Wednesday on the 3200 block of 24th Street S. in the Green Valley neighborhood. That corresponds with The Shelton, an apartment building with a years-long history of resident complaints about safety and living conditions.
There is still time to register for winter art-making classes! We have a wide array of classes for kids, teens, and adults focusing on painting, printmaking, mixed-media, and much more. Programs are filling up so register today!
