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Against a backdrop of political and economic uncertainty, Alexandria’s City Council unanimously adopted its $956.5 million operating budget. City Manager Jim Parajon said it was challenging crafting a budget that…2 hours ago
Alexandria is joining forces with Congressman Don Beyer and nearby communities to hold a job fair this Saturday (May 3) for federal workers and contractors affected by recent government workforce…3 hours ago
Amid a critical nationwide blood shortage – the worst in two decades – Alexandria residents have two opportunities this week to donate blood and help save lives at upcoming community…3 hours ago
Random Harvest Home, a store that sells a handpicked selection of furniture and accessories, is closing its Alexandria store and slashing prices on its inventory. The store at 814 King Street…4 hours ago
By Caitlyn Meisner | cmeisner@alextimes.com Theogony, the Alexandria City High School student newspaper, along with other ACHS student publications, is facing censorship of its coverage by Alexandria City Public Schools…4 hours ago
By Jim McGrath Robert Longerbeam owns only one NFL jersey. As a college football standout from Rutgers University, it would not seem noteworthy that an athlete of his caliber hasn’t…4 hours ago
By Sydney Kodama | skodama@alextimes.com Alexandria City Council voted 5-2 to give the Independent Policing Auditor limited subpoena power and grant Council authority in case of an impasse between the…5 hours ago
May 1, 2025 The post May 2025 appeared first on Alexandria Times.5 hours ago
This year, the National Trust for Historic Preservation has designated this year’s theme “Harnessing the Power of Place.” Alexandria has a long history of preserving its historic buildings, starting in…5 hours ago
To the editor: I am writing to comment on Bill Rossello’s column in the April 17 Alexandria Times, “Achieving Goldilocks governance.” Rossello was spot-on in his analysis of Alexandria’s two…5 hours ago
By Mark Eaton The subpoenas issued on behalf of the defendants, the City of Alexandria and the Planning Commission, in the Zoning for Housing lawsuit are controversial. As of the…5 hours ago
By Mark Eaton The subpoenas issued on behalf of the defendants, the City of Alexandria and the Planning Commission, in the Zoning for Housing lawsuit are controversial. As of the…5 hours ago
To the editor: All Americans should be alarmed by the attacks on federal voting rights promoted in a recent executive order and in legislation currently moving through Congress. The House…6 hours ago
There’s something about Joey Schaljo’s voice. Since 2023, the Del Ray resident has been the in-game PA announcer at all of the Washington Mystics games. She’s also a longtime announcer…6 hours ago
Cinco de Mayo is just a few days away, but it’s always a great time to enjoy a margarita and a delicious meal from the thriving Mexican and Tex-Mex food…7 hours ago
By Kim Jones Gilliam We’ve all seen the recent trend of people asking ChatGPT to show what their dog would look like as a human, and it’s hysterical. But that’s…7 hours ago
A North Carolina murder suspect was recently arrested in Alexandria and has been charged with murder and robbery with a deadly weapon. The victim, 25-year-old Jose Alexander Lara Hernandez, was…8 hours ago
The Alexandria Aces will kick off their 2025 season at home on June 4 against the Thunderbolts, launching a summer of collegiate baseball action at Frank Mann Field. The team,…9 hours ago
A woman is safe after allegedly being abducted and assaulted by a naked man along the Mount Vernon Trail in Old Town North earlier this month. “The suspect pinned both…10 hours ago
Alexandria has seen a 32.1% increase in new listings compared to the same time last year, according to the latest monthly listing and sales data from the Northern Virginia Association…10 hours ago
Heads up, drivers – expect some overnight delays on the Woodrow Wilson Bridge next week. The Virginia Department of Transportation says the bridge will have maintenance openings from 10 p.m.…12 hours ago
First off, thank you for following ALXnow on Facebook, Instagram, Threads, Bluesky, and X. (And if you don’t already, you know what to do.) If you want more local news, join…13 hours ago
Good Wednesday morning, Alexandria! ☁️ Today’s weather: Expect the day to start off mostly cloudy before transitioning to sunny conditions and reaching a high of around 82°F. There will be…15 hours ago
Alexandria is set to gain from new transit projects planned for the I-395/95 corridor. The Northern Virginia Transportation Commission is reviewing 14 proposals aimed at easing traffic congestion, with several…16 hours ago
Phoebe Coy of YIMBYs of Northern Virginia celebrates the Whitley Phase 2 housing approval but argues it exemplifies a flawed process in the following Letter to the Editor. She contends…1 day ago
Among the new routes in Northern Virginia will be A71, which will run from Ballston to King Street in Alexandria.1 day ago
Among the new routes in Northern Virginia will be A71, which will run from Ballston to King Street in Alexandria.1 day ago
The City of Alexandria’s Department of Recreation, Parks & Cultural Activities launched its 18th Annual Community Cookout series with a successful first event at Mount Vernon Recreation Center on Tuesday…1 day ago
Need a massage, pedicure or refreshed hairstyle? There’s a new full-service spa for kids and adults in Old Town. Last month, King’s Beauty Center and Nail Bar/King’s Men Spa fully…1 day ago
It’s been a whirlwind month for Angelika O’Reilly. Earlier this month, O’Reilly opened her first brick and mortar jewelry store Eliana Curated in Clarendon. Now she’s planning on a soft-opening…