Community

Our area has a rich history and is a magnet for interesting people who choose to live, work and play here. The close proximity to Washington, D.C. and robust local economy make Arlington, McLean and Falls Church, Virginia an attractive destination for people from across the country and around the world. We also have thorny issues to confront—homelessness, hunger, escalating housing costs-which we are dedicated to covering in a thoughtful, comprehensive way.

Community Issues

Local History

People

Alfred O. Taylor Receives Beloved Community Award

The Green Valley historian and activist, a lifelong advocate for his neighborhood and its residents, was honored by Volunteer Arlington on MLK Day.

7 Ways to Honor and Serve This MLK Weekend

From service projects to commemorative walks and concerts, there are plenty of ways to honor the civil rights leader.

Fentanyl: The Deadliest Dose

Teens don’t always know what’s in the drugs they’re using. The pill they think is Oxy or Xanax could contain fentanyl—and the stakes couldn’t be higher.

These are the Helpers in Your Neighborhood

Supporting youth, nurturing families and helping seniors maintain independence are all part of Portia Clark's lifetime of service.

Elegy for a Snow Day?

Are snow days a dying tradition in Northern Virginia? We asked a local meteorologist and Arlington science teacher to weigh in.

These Are the Helpers in Your Neighborhood

Something as simple as a new ID card can relaunch a life, says Chris DeRosa. She helps people become voters and active members of society again.

Best of Arlington 2024

Our annual roundup of all things awesome returns! Here are the latest, greatest people, places, services and things to do in Arlington, McLean and Falls Church.

The Making of a Ballerina

Caroline Hamilton found her passion at a young age. Her dreams of becoming a dancer took her to Europe at 16.

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These Are the Helpers in Your Neighborhood

A calling that started in Covid’s days of need may soon become a full-time career for Mariflor Ventura.

Sydney Barta Wins Gold

With two shiny new medals, the Arlington sprinter is now vying for a spot on Team USA in the 2024 Paralympic Games.

These are the Helpers in Your Neighborhood

A child advocate, published poet and now social media phenom, Gary Shulman sprinkles positivity everywhere he goes.

These Are the Helpers in Your Neighborhood

Arlington 'kindness activist' Susan Thompson-Gaines feeds the hungry, clothes people in need and spreads joy year-round with an army of elves.

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