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Photo Friday: Feeling patriotic with the Logan Circle Barbies
Washingtonians showed their patriotism (and enjoyed the summer) in so many ways this week. Here are a few of our favorites, as submitted to the Greater and Lesser Washington Flickr pool! Keep reading…
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Myth busting: DC Home Rule prohibits a “commuter tax,” but that’s not why we don’t have congestion pricing
Why aren't there tolls on the Potomac River bridges? Why doesn't DC have a congestion charge to drive downtown, like London does or New York has considered? Is it because the Home Rule Act prohibits a "commuter tax?" It's a common argument, but isn't the reason. Keep reading…
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Summer solstice in the Flickr pool
Here are a few of our favorite new images submitted to the Greater and Lesser Washington Flickr pool, showcasing the best (and sometimes the worst) of urbanism in the greater Washington region. Keep reading…
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Despite new bike lanes, Reston will still have some big gaps
Fairfax County proposed new bike lanes for South Lakes Drive in Reston this spring. Now the county has the final plans for where they'll go. It's definitely an improvement, but the plan still has some pretty major disadvantages for both cyclists and drivers Keep reading…
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This is what Arlington residents think about their county
Arlington residents of all ages are concerned about housing costs. Many like new urban amenities and denser development but are worried about displacing lower-income neighbors. Others point to the county's affluence and pockets of racially homogenous communities and wonder what that says about their progressive values. Keep reading…
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Justin Wilson beats Allison Silberberg in Alexandria, other Virginia results, and election news from around the region
Justin Wilson defeats Allison Silberberg for Alexandria mayor, while Matt de Ferranti and Jennifer Wexton prevail in their primaries in Arlington and VA-10, respectively. Plus, Valerie Ervin drops out of the governor's race, more Mendelson vs. Lazere, and more election news. Keep reading…
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Why I left small-city Wisconsin: the under-studied reason why Millennial couples are clustering in supercities
Low cost of living is a draw in small cities, but a partner's job can change the calculation. Even the promise of a backyard and time to grill won’t be enough to get many people back to midwestern towns. Keep reading…
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Vote for these candidates in Virginia Tuesday, June 12!
Virginia's primary is this Tuesday, June 12! The Greater Greater Washington Elections Committee has evaluated candidates in Northern Virginia races and endorsed these people in the Democratic primary who will best advance urbanist priorities. Keep reading…
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One photo that shows why buildings in Rosslyn aren’t even taller
For decades, Rosslyn has had the tallest buildings in the Washington region. But they're still not that tall — they max out at around 400 feet, which is well below the height of the tallest buildings in most major US cities. So why doesn't Rosslyn have bigger buildings? Keep reading…
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Parklets provide creative public spaces in Rosslyn and beyond
Attractive public gathering spaces, offering greenery and seating in urban areas where space is often limited, are key to successful urban areas. With this in mind, the Rosslyn Business Improvement District (BID), in partnership with Arlington County, is launching a new parklet this week. Keep reading…
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The CC2DCA bridge project is more than a connection to the airport
Resident of Crystal City or not, you may have heard about the ambitious CC2DCA pedestrian bridge project which could link the area’s main commercial axis, Crystal Drive, to Ronald Reagan National Airport and Mount Vernon trail. Keep reading…
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Here are the top five issues you said GGWash should advocate on
The GGWash community cares about walkable, equitable urban places — that’s what we write and read about every day. We also take action when the right opportunity arises and do our best to take our cues from you, faithful readers, on what issues are worth organizing about. Keep reading…
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Our endorsement for Arlington County Board in the Democratic primary: Matt de Ferranti
In Virginia's June 12 primary, Arlington Democrats will select a nominee to challenge independent incumbent John Vihstadt this November for a seat on the Arlington County Board. Greater Greater Washington volunteers interviewed the two candidates for the nomination, and we endorse Matt de Ferranti. Keep reading…
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People are outraged the proposed Potomac Yard Metro station is losing an entrance
The City of Alexandria is scaling down plans for the Potomac Yard Metro station, which is currently under construction, because the $320 million project is over budget. Under the new plans the south entrance will be removed, cancelling access from East Glebe Road and removing two ramps, a bicycle and pedestrian bridge, and park improvements. Keep reading…
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Virginia Hospital Center in Arlington is at urbanist odds with its neighbors
Virginia Hospital Center (VHC) in Arlington wants to expand its facilities, including a new outpatient center and a 2,000-car parking garage free for employees. While neighbors and local advocates generally support the hospital and its expansion, both groups have major concerns about the proposal. Keep reading…
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Maryland almost annexed Virginia in 1861
This amazing map from 1861 shows a federal government proposal to redraw the borders of Maryland, Virginia, Delaware, and DC. The reason: To spite Virginia for the Civil War and better protect the capital from attack. Keep reading…
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Virginia has a subway-style Amtrak map
Take a look at this handy subway-style map of all 11 Amtrak lines in the state. Have you seen any other state-level Amtrak maps like this? Keep reading…
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Arlington’s old Red Cross HQ conversion sparks affordable housing debates
Today if you drive through Arlington on Route 50, you’ll pass a vacant building that once hosted the local Red Cross headquarters. In a few years, it will become a new multi-income development that will house more than a hundred residents in a transit-rich area of the county. Keep reading…
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Public space is popular, until people want to use it
Some Restonians are opposed to making a local public plaza nicer over fears that the improvements will lead to more teenagers and vandalism. But Reston's public spaces such as plazas are what helps make the community strong, as well as unique in Fairfax County. Keep reading…
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Two Arlington County Board hopefuls take different paths to similar conclusions
One seat on the Arlington County Board is up for re-election this year. Two Democrats, Matt de Ferranti and Chanda Choun, are vying in the June 12 primary to defeat independent incumbent John Vihstadt. We plan to speak further with both of them to determine our endorsement. Keep reading…
