The ARLnow Podcast
Smart discussions about Arlington, Virginia local news with ARLnow's reporting staff, plus interviews with local newsmakers.
- Update frequency
- every 12 days
- Average duration
- 38 minutes
- Episodes
- 102
- Years Active
- 2016 - 2025
A trapped toucan, a new yarn shop and remembering Hurricane Katrina
In the latest episode, Vernon, Dan and Lene discuss a few notable local news stories in Arlington from the past week, including:
- A toucan rescue story
- A resurgence of crafting activities in local bu…
Robotaxis, a dog deputy and a peek behind the scenes at the AWLA
In the latest episode, Vernon, Dan and Lene discuss a few notable local news stories in Arlington from the past week, including:
- Self-driving cars in Arlington
- Controversial signs at rallies
- Dogs em…
Speeding cameras, cellphone policies and Freddie Lutz's WorldPride wedding
In the latest episode, Vernon, Dan and Lene discuss a few notable local news stories in Arlington from the past week, including:
- Community safety measures in school zones.
- The challenges faced by th…
Free e-bikes, the county fair and housing policy with Jane Green
In the latest episode, Vernon, Dan and Lene discuss a few notable local news stories in Arlington from the past week, including:
- The Arlington County Fair
- Food assistance demand increasing in Arling…
Protesters in North Arlington and a Clarendon cake festival
In the latest episode, Vernon, Dan and Lene discuss a few notable local news stories in Arlington from the past week, including:
- A proposed federal plan to combat gerrymandering with ranked choice v…
New Arlington satire and the county's first known Chinese restaurant
In the latest episode, Vernon, Dan and Lene discuss a few notable local news stories in Arlington from the past week, including:
- Local art initiatives to foster community engagement.
- A high schooler…
BB gun attacks, break-ins and Arlington's Civil War history
In the latest episode, Vernon, Dan and Katie discuss a few notable local news stories in Arlington from the past week, including:
- The history of Black soldiers in the Civil War
- Multiple break-in inc…
Party boats, speed limits and a new spelling champ
In the latest episode, Lene, Dan and Vernon discuss a few notable local news stories in Arlington from the past week, including:
- The new party boat in Arlington offering catering.
- Cuts to Medicaid a…
A look at the 2025 Arlington County Fair
ARLnow's Vernon Miles interviews Jerusalem "Jerry" Solomon and Matt Richard about the upcoming Arlington County Fair.
- The Arlington County Fair attendance has doubled over the past five years.
- Commu…
Rotting banana art and closing grocery stores
In the latest episode, Lene, Dan and Vernon discuss a few notable local news stories in Arlington from the past week, including:
- The upcoming closure of two Harris Teeter stores, upsetting loyal sho…
Stop sign graffiti and a giant Lego DCA
In the latest episode, Lene, Dan and Vernon discuss a few notable local news stories in Arlington from the past week, including:
- A widespread participation in a significant protest, plus Bill Nye's …
Arlington's best restaurants and how to pronounce 'ARLnow'
In the latest episode, Lene, Dan and Vernon discuss a few notable local news stories in Arlington from the past week, including:
- The big debate on ARLnow pronunciation among locals.
- Road closures fo…
Pets on beer cans and spies in Arlington
In the latest episode, Lene, Dan and Vernon discuss a few notable local news stories in Arlington from the past week, including:
- Freddie’s Beach Bar founder planning to wed at the WorldPride Parade. …
Puzzled podcasters ponder puppies, Pride and policy
In the latest episode, Lene, Dan and Vernon discuss a few notable local news stories in Arlington from the past week, including:
- Arlington animal rescue and fostering pets
- Ending police interacti…
Tracking chips in campaign signs and a very lucky lady
Lene, Vernon and Dan discuss the week's local news in Arlington, including:
- A County Board candidate says he has placed tracking chips in his campaign signs due to theft
- An arcade featuring classic …
A song of ICE and fire
Lene, Vernon and Dan discuss the week's local news in Arlington, including:
- A house fire in Green Valley
- Local law enforcement cooperating with ICE
- Celebrating Cinco de Mayo responsibly
- Bus route ch…
Rosslyn safety rangers to the rescue
We're trying out a new format for the ARLnow Podcast. This was recorded as a test but we're releasing it as a pilot episode in the hopes of getting your feedback. Let us know what you think: news [at…
Build or Renovate? Crafting the Blueprint for Your Forever Home
This panel discussion features Arlington-specific insights on residential renovation vs. new construction costs and considerations, as well as construction timelines and financing options. On the pan…
Fraser Murdoch discusses rising youth homelessness in Arlington and potential community solutions
Bridges To Independence CEO Fraser Murdoch sat down with ARLnow's James Jarvis to discuss the factors driving Arlington's escalating youth homelessness crisis and how the broader community can interv…
Dave Statter on bad driving on highways through Arlington and how his passion for public safety turned into a well-known watchdog social media account
Dave Statter talked with ARLnow editor Jo DeVoe to talk about aiding police with unique footage, Arlington's evolving chase policy echoing past incident repercussions, and concerns over DC's lacking …