Department of Human Services Takes Home Two State Awards Published on August 09, 2023 The Department of Human Services (DHS) has been awarded two Virginia Association of Counties (VACo) 2023 Achievement Awards, which recognize excellence in local government programs. Tagged as: , Awards & Celebrations, Human Services, News Release
Arlington Named No. 1 Digital County in the U.S. Published on July 18, 2023 Arlington County has been recognized as the No. 1 Digital County for 2023 by the Center for Digital Government and the National Association of Counties. Tagged as: , Awards & Celebrations, News Release, Technology
Local Author Amina Luqman-Dawson Wins Two Prestigious National Awards Published on January 31, 2023 The American Library Association (ALA) awarded Arlington-based author Amina Luqman-Dawson the John Newbery Medal and the Coretta Scott King (Author) Book Award for her novel “Freewater." Tagged as: , Announcements, Awards & Celebrations, Libraries, News Release
Arlington Named Global Climate Action Leader Published on December 19, 2022 Arlington is one of 122 global cities and counties named a Climate Action Leader by Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP) 2022 A-List, and one of just 36 cities in the United States with this distinction. Tagged as: , Awards & Celebrations, Environment, News Release
AED’s ReLaunch Program Honored with IEDC Gold Award Published on September 21, 2022 The ReLaunch program from Arlington Economic Development has assisted more than 150 small businesses in the County recover from the long-term effects of the COVID-19 pandemic. Tagged as: , Awards & Celebrations, Economic Development, News Release
County Treasurer Honored at 2022 TAV Annual Conference Published on July 15, 2022 Arlington County Treasurer Carla de la Pava received the President’s Award for her service and leadership to the Treasurers’ Association of Virginia (TAV). Tagged as: , Awards & Celebrations, News Release
Arlington Partners with State to Host 2022 SWaMmy Honors Published on May 24, 2022 Arlington Economic Development’s BizLaunch small business assistance network and the Virginia Department of Small Business and Supplier Diversity will co-host the 2022 SWaMmy Honors, honoring small, women and minority-owned businesses in Arlington and throughout the Commonwealth. The event will be held Wednesday, May 25 at 11:00 a.m. in Richmond and live-streamed. Tagged as: , Awards & Celebrations, Economic Development
Arlington Honors 2022 Women of Vision Published on March 28, 2022 On March 30, 2022, the Arlington County Commission on the Status of Women (CSW) will honor four women for their commitment and leadership in the Arlington community with 2022 Arlington County Women of Vision awards. Tagged as: , Awards & Celebrations, News Release
Arlington Honors Grassroots COVID-19 Heroes Published on January 26, 2022 The County Board honored recipients of the Arlington's COVID-19 Heroes award during its Recessed Board meeting on Jan. 25. The community-nominated awards celebrate Arlington residents, community groups, and businesses making significant impact in the fight against the effects of the pandemic. Tagged as: , Awards & Celebrations, County Board, COVID 19
Arlington Announces 2021 DESIGNArlington Winners Published on January 25, 2022 The Arlington County Board honored 13 projects Tuesday with 2021 DESIGNArlington awards. The biennial program recognizes excellence in architectural and landscape design and public art, showcasing the best of Arlington. Tagged as: , Awards & Celebrations, County Board, News Release
