Jelks Henry Cabaniss III
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April 20, 1953 – Jan. 23, 2026 Jelks Henry Cabaniss III, born April 20, 1953, died on Jan. 23, 2026. He was the husband of Eliana Butraigo Cabaniss, to whom he…Alexandria News
City of Alexandria-Notice of a Public Hearing
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CITY OF ALEXANDRIA, VIRGINIA NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING AND NOTICE OF AVAILABILITY OF THE DRAFT APPLICATION FOR A SECTION 108 GUARANTEED LOAN February 23, 2026 The City of Alexandria’s Draft…Public Hearing held by City Council
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Public Hearing will be held by the City Council of the City of Alexandria, Virginia, held at 4850 Mark Center Drive, Room 1305, Alexandria, Virginia 22304 Council Chamber and on…Walk for Peace in Alexandria
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City welcomes monks on 2,300-mile trek.By George! Parade kicks off city’s 250th celebration.
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ParadeCity Hall Watch with Bill Rossello: The Port City two-step
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By Bill Rossello Former City Councilor Kirk McPike has been busy the last few weeks. He ran for the House of Delegates and resigned from City Council and his job…Gomez: Why I’m running for Council
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By Roberto Gomez A few weeks ago, a shooting in Old Town injured one of the teenagers in my program. He’s going to be OK, but OK is not the…Laderach: Why I’m running for Council
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By Tim Laderach Alexandria is more than just my current home. It is the place where I have been called to serve since the day I arrived. I’m a Navy…Marks: Why I’m running for Council
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By Sandy Marks For years, as chair of the Alexandria Democratic Committee – and for decades professionally – it has been my job to lift up our candidates, our shared…Sumpter: Why I’m running for Council
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By Charles Sumpter I’m running for City Council because Alexandria is my home, and I believe our best days are ahead of us if we are willing to think bigger…A pump station litmus test
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To the editor: After recently overruling its own architectural subject matter experts on the City Hall renovation, the misguided City Council’s next test of governance competence will be around its…Keep Braddock’s on-street parking
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To the editor: We are writing as citizens of Alexandria to share our concerns regarding the recommendations for the Braddock Road Trail Access and Corridor Improvements project. The current proposed…City presents deficient case in Braddock Road proposal
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To the editor: Regarding the removal of all Braddock Road street parking from the 0.6 miles connecting Russell Road to Mt. Vernon Ave, the city’s case is wildly deficient. City…Oppose the Braddock Road proposal
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To the editor: We live on West Braddock Road near the intersection with Russell Road. We are writing to share our opposition to the removal of parking to install dedicated,…Braddock Road parking is about the people
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To the editor: For many neighbors, the churches along Braddock Road between Russell Road and Mt. Vernon Avenue are more than buildings. They are places where people gather, support one…Support the city’s safety proposal
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To the editor: The section of Braddock Road from Russell Road to West Street experiences speeding traffic that presents a danger to all road users including pedestrians. It lacks safe,…Don’t remove Braddock Road parking
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To the editor: The Complete Streets project includes City Council’s statement that the infrastructure should “enhance the transportation network for all users, while undertaking an appropriate evaluation process and minimizing…MAGA in Alexandria?
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To the editor: A proposal from Alexandria City staff that appears slated for fast-track approval at the Traffic & Parking Board on Feb. 23 is recommending removal of all parking…2026 Primary Voter Guide: All Candidate Answers
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The Alexandria Times Voter Guide gives you everything you need to make an informed choice in the Democratic primary for the vacant City Council seat. The candidates’ responses have been edited…Ice, snow removal costs remain unclear following historic storm
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By Sydney Kodama | skodama@alextimes.com Dirty icebergs still dot much of the city. Dump trucks, meanwhile, continue to haul piles of snow and ice from parking lots and local streets.…SLIDESHOW: 2026 George Washington Birthday Parade
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By Mathylda Dulian | mdulian@alextimes.com The annual birthday parade for Virginia’s son George Washington took over Old Town on Feb. 14. Thousands showed up to watch the parade filled with…Snuggle up with one of these books to wait out winter weather
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By Ella Mitchell | emitchell@alextimes.com With a blanket of snow and below-freezing temperatures threatening to once again envelope Alexandria, the season calls for a good book to be enjoyed in…2026 Voter Guide: Roberto Gomez
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Want to read the Primary 2026 Voter Guide in full? Click here to be taken to all of the candidates’ responses. Age: 38 Occupation: Small business owner, nonprofit executive director Bio:…2026 Voter Guide: Tim Laderach
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Want to read the Primary 2026 Voter Guide in full? Click here to be taken to all of the candidates’ responses. Age: 35 Occupation: Attorney, Navy reservist Bio: I am an…2026 Voter Guide: Sandy Marks
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Want to read the Primary 2026 Voter Guide in full? Click here to be taken to all of the candidates’ responses. Age: 45 Occupation: Advocacy communications specialist, Alexandria City Public Schools…2026 Voter Guide: Cesar Madison Tapia
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Want to read the Primary 2026 Voter Guide in full? Click here to be taken to all of the candidates’ responses. Age: 26 Occupation: Educator, community organizer Bio: I’m an educator,…2026 Voter Guide: Charles Sumpter
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Want to read the Primary 2026 Voter Guide in full? Click here to be taken to all of the candidates’ responses. Age: 40 Occupation: Senior director at an environmental nonprofit Bio:…Tying the Knot: Newlyweds and new beginnings
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By Sydney Kodama | skodama@alextimes.com Piers Spencer credits his wife, Ellie Miller, with the creativity exuding from the couple’s dog-themed nursery. “Ellie is very creative,” Piers said. “She even ……The art of the intimate ‘I do’
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By Annemarie Deale 2020 popularized the micro-wedding trend, and 2022 saw the comeback of big weddings. But, micro-weddings are back – and are more popular than ever. As a photographer,…Keeping seniors engaged during winter
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By Hashim Taylor Seniors are the heart of Alexandria. You have helped build this city into the vibrant community it is today, and you continue to shape it through your…