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

A Place for Homegoing During Segregation

Chinn-Baker Funeral Service started out serving Arlington's Black community when others would not. It's still in business today.

Who Were the Rosslyn Mountain Boys?

During the disco era, this local country band made an ironic name for itself, sharing bills with Emmylou Harris and Jerry Lee Lewis.

What David Guas Is Cooking Up Next

The local chef and humanitarian dishes on his rise to culinary fame, his next venture, and why nothing beats hitting the open road on a Harley.

Arlington Actor Iain Armitage Bids Farewell to ‘Young Sheldon’

The Arlington native, who plays title character Sheldon Cooper, hopes to hit his favorite hometown hangouts after the series finale in May.

Arlington Ranked Nation’s Hardest-Working City

Workers here put in longer hours than their counterparts nationwide, and are more productive, according to a new study.

They Lived in Arlington. They Were Enslaved.

Local historians are unearthing important details about the lives of enslaved people who called Arlington home.

Extraordinary Teen Award Nominations 2024

Do you know an amazing teen who deserves recognition? Arlington Magazine is now accepting nominations for its annual Extraordinary Teen Awards.

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.

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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.

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