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A song of ICE and fire

The ARLnow Podcast

Release Date: 05/02/2025

Season finale, featuring stories from an ACFD firefighter show art Season finale, featuring stories from an ACFD firefighter

The ARLnow Podcast

In the latest episode, Vernon and Dan discuss a few notable local news stories in Arlington from the past week, including: A woman who turned a hundred, witnessing significant historical changes. Museum seeking permanent home. The Reclining Statue of Liberty as a local landmark. An interview with Alexander Brahmstedt, an Arlington firefighter.

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Leaf blower controversy and dessert talk with Acme Pie show art Leaf blower controversy and dessert talk with Acme Pie

The ARLnow Podcast

In the latest episode, Vernon, Dan and Lene discuss a few notable local news stories in Arlington from the past week, including: The proposed ban on gas-powered leaf blowers Mike Pence's new role at GMU A new chatbot aiming to simplify access to Arlington County services. An interview with Sol Schott from Acme Pie. 

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Covid vaccine confusion and an Arlington Thunderbirds pilot show art Covid vaccine confusion and an Arlington Thunderbirds pilot

The ARLnow Podcast

In the latest episode, Vernon, Dan and Lene discuss a few notable local news stories in Arlington from the past week, including: A Mahjong Studio opening in Falls Church. Availability of COVID-19 vaccinations without a prescription. Continuing legal battles over Missing Middle housing. A thunderbird pilot and his fascinating personal stories.

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A trapped toucan, a new yarn shop and remembering Hurricane Katrina show art A trapped toucan, a new yarn shop and remembering Hurricane Katrina

The ARLnow Podcast

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 businesses Auction over unpaid rent and taxes An interview with Simon Rathle and David Guas, from Bayou Bakery. 

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Robotaxis, a dog deputy and a peek behind the scenes at the AWLA show art Robotaxis, a dog deputy and a peek behind the scenes at the AWLA

The ARLnow Podcast

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 employed in various departments An interview with Charnita Fox, from the Animal Welfare League of Arlington.

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Speeding cameras, cellphone policies and Freddie Lutz's WorldPride wedding show art Speeding cameras, cellphone policies and Freddie Lutz's WorldPride wedding

The ARLnow Podcast

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 the unhoused population in Arlington. School policies implemented to limit phone usage during school hours. An interview with Freddie Lutz, owner of Freddie's Beach Bar, regarding the wedding at the Pride Parade and the local LGBTQ+ community.

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Free e-bikes, the county fair and housing policy with Jane Green show art Free e-bikes, the county fair and housing policy with Jane Green

The ARLnow Podcast

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 Arlington E-bike vouchers promoting sustainable transportation in Arlington. An interview with Jane Green regarding housing policies

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Protesters in North Arlington and a Clarendon cake festival show art Protesters in North Arlington and a Clarendon cake festival

The ARLnow Podcast

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 voting and multi-member districts. A Cake Fest DMV in Clarendon. Protests in Arlington targeting individuals involved in national and international policy. An Appalachian-Italian fusion spot opening.

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New Arlington satire and the county's first known Chinese restaurant show art New Arlington satire and the county's first known Chinese restaurant

The ARLnow Podcast

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's local history research on Arlington's first Chinese restaurant. A new dining experience combining food and music. LGBTQ+ advocacy in Arlington Public Schools facing challenges from federal investigations.

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BB gun attacks, break-ins and Arlington's Civil War history show art BB gun attacks, break-ins and Arlington's Civil War history

The ARLnow Podcast

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 incidents highlighting local safety concerns Suspected BB gun attacks on ART buses Federal job cuts and its impact on the local economy

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More Episodes

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 changes