ARLnow Daily Debrief for May 1, 2025

Good Thursday evening, Arlington. Let’s take a look back at today’s stories and a look forward to tomorrow’s event calendar. đź•— News recap The following articles were published earlier today […]

McLean Project for the Arts’ Spring Solos on View Now 

Featuring work by Jackie Hoysted, Emon Surakitkoson and Heidi Fowler McLean Project for the Arts (MPA) opened its spring solo exhibitions— Detrimorphose, by Heidi Fowler; Rudimental, by Jackie Hoysted; and Crossing Culture, by Emon Surakitkoson—on Thursday, April 10, 2025. An Opening Exhibition Reception took place Thursday, April 17 from 7-9pm. “We are delighted to offer … Continued

Vienna Economic Summit Showcases Regional Trends, Projects and Businesses

Everyone is invited to take part in Vienna Economic Development week from May 12-16, 2025. This annual event celebrates the people, policies, and partnerships that shape Vienna’s local economy. The highlight of the week is the Vienna Economic Summit, Thursday, May 15 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Vienna Community Center. This free … Continued

RAG’s May Exhibit: TEXTURE: Paper& Paint/Quilts & Collage/Metal & More

A collaborative exhibit featuring 11 collage, fiber, and metal artists  Reston Art Gallery and Studios is proud to present TEXTURE: Paper & Paint / Quilts & Collage / Metal & More, a vibrant new exhibit showcasing the work of 11 talented artists in collage, fiber, and metal media. On view throughout May, the exhibit features both … Continued

Capital One Center: From Baseball to Broadway and Margaritas to Mimosas

Swing into Summer Returns! Capital One Park is excited to host the 2nd Annual Swing into Summer, benefiting the Alzner Foundation on May 31st at 4:00pm! This family-friendly event will feature a celebrity home run derby and softball game — bring the whole family to cheer on your favorite sports and entertainment celebrities while also … Continued

US wants to move Georgetown scholar’s deportation lawsuit from Alexandria to Texas. Judge appears skeptical

ALEXANDRIA, Va. (AP) — The Trump administration told a federal judge Thursday that a Georgetown University scholar’s lawsuit against deportation should be moved from Virginia, where it was filed, to […] Read more on ALXnow: US wants to move Georgetown scholar’s deportation lawsuit from Alexandria to Texas. Judge appears skeptical

Boy, 4, bound shoulders to toes in plastic before he died

A 4-year-old Prince William County boy who allegedly died as a result of neglect and mistreatment by his aunts and grandmother spent his last hours alive bound from his shoulders to his toes with plastic wrap and restrained to a…

NextStop Theatre Closes Out 2024/25 Season with High-Energy, Timely Production of Footloose 

A Beloved Musical About Youth and Resistance NextStop Theatre Company is thrilled to announce its season finale production: the iconic musical Footloose, with previews beginning on May 8 and opening on May 10, running through June 8. Featuring unforgettable music, spirited choreography, and a powerful story about young people standing up for their right to be … Continued