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Parks, Recreation & Cultural Resources

Green Ash Trees Emerald Ash Borer
Emerald Ash Borer has been discovered in Arlington and Fairfax Counties. VDACS and the USDA have established a quarantine to regulate the movement of articles capable of transporting EAB. At present, the quarantine covers the cities of Alexandria, Fairfax City, Falls Church, Manassas and Manassas Park and the counties of Arlington, Fairfax, Fauquier, Loudoun and Prince William. Read more about Emerald Ash Borer and other tree pests.

Dog Dogtober Day & Barkers Bash Photos!
You may have missed the fun on Dogtober Day at Lacey Woods Park but that doesn't mean you can't share in the memories.  Check out photos from this just-for-fun dog show. As you can see, pedigrees were not required, but smiling faces and wagging tails were. More Info

Landscaping Recognition Award Arlington Recognizes Landscaping Excellence
Even though Arlington is the nation's most densely populated urban county, it is still a place that recognizes and rewards natural beauty. The Arlington County Board formally recognized six beautifully manicured properties as the 2009 Landscaping Recognition Awards, selected by Arlington's Beautification Committee. Learn More

Picture of a newspaper titled "more news" Shirlington's Dog Park named best of 2009 by Washington Express
Arlington Youth Baseball Consolidation Plans
See this year's Landscape Recognition Award winners
Arlington begins work on Cultural Art Center
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Last Modified: November 20, 2009
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