Just when you thought nothing could top "Taylor Drift." Scroll down to see the winning names for Arlington's "Name That Plow!" contest. 

Arlington Rewind

Join us in celebrating another year of progress in Arlington County. Relive 2025 as we count down the last few days until 2026. 

Wrapped Up Nicely

Did you know Arlingtonians donated more than 500 bicycles at this year's E-CARE event? See more of 2025's eye-popping numbers courtesy of the Department of Environmental Services.

What Are You Doing New Year's Eve? 

It may be a little early, but if you're already planning your New Year's Eve, we have you covered. From November to January, you can always find something to do on our Holiday Season in Arlington page.

• Deadline approaching: Share your thoughts about possible zoning changes in residential areas to improve flood resiliency. Review a virtual open house presentation and respond by Dec. 21.
  
  
• Do you want to name a park? Designers are looking for input as they create a plan for the Three Urban Parks Project. The deadline is Dec. 21.
  
  
• The County is seeking feedback on a proposal to build a new 19-story residential building with approximately 394 units at 2000 15^th St. N. (Alexan). 
  
  

• The Stormwater Utility Credit Program application period is now open. Apply for credits through Jan. 31, 2026, for eligible activities taken in 2025. 

• The Board is announcing a new round of Opportunities Grant funding for the 2027 fiscal year. Nonprofits and faith organizations may apply for grant funding now through Jan.13.
  
  
• The Children and Youth Well-Being Network is inviting the community to attend its virtual meeting on Jan. 20.

• You wouldn't oversalt your eggs, so don't oversalt your sidewalk. This winter, Arlington asks everyone to be Winter Salt Smart.
  
  
• Everyone deserves a happy holiday. Help make this a magical season for neighbors in need. Donate to Arlington's Holiday Giving Program.
  
  
• ICYMI: Take 60 seconds and see how Arlington is making safety improvements to the intersection of South Carlin Springs Road and 5th Road South.
  
  
• As we approach New Year's Eve, the County's Vision Zero team is working with the community to decrease incidents drunk driving.
  
  
• Looking for a safe, fun place for teens to spend their afternoons during winter break? Check out Arlington Mill's Winter Break Teen Drop-In Hours and the Teen Drop-In Sports calendar!
  
  
• The REC, Arlington's teen after-school zone, is letting the community know its Winter Break hours as several holidays approach.
  
  
• Readers checked out more than 3.6 million books from the Arlington Public Library this year. Want to see which ones made the list of Top Reads of 2025?

Snowplow introduces itself as "Blizzard of Oz."

Allow Me to Reintroduce Myself

Arlingtonians were asked to do a little name-calling last month in the County's Name That Plow contest. And you certainly delivered. Take a look at the top names that will be used for the County’s snow-fighting fleet of plow-salt trucks. 

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