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Good Saturday morning, Alexandria! đ§ď¸ Today’s weather: Scattered showers after 10 a.m. Cloudy, with a high near 69 degrees. Northwest wind 5 to 14 mph, becoming north in the afternoon.…1 month ago
The Alexandria Fire Department has earned accreditation from the Commission on Fire Accreditation International, a part of the Center for Public Safety Excellence. James Parajon, the City Manager, says this…1 month ago
The 4th Annual ALX Dog Walk brought together more than 1,000 dogs and their owners for a two-mile trek through Old Town Alexandria Saturday morning, combining environmental advocacy with puppy…1 month ago
Good Saturday morning, Alexandria! đ§ď¸ Today’s weather: Showers likely and possibly a thunderstorm before 10 a.m., then isolated showers after 5 p.m.. Patchy fog before 8 a.m. Otherwise, cloudy, with…1 month ago
Alexandria City Public Schools (ACPS) is welcoming Adaarema S. Kelly as the new principal of Jefferson-Houston PreK-8 IB School, starting July 1, 2025. Kelly, who currently leads Samuel W. Tucker…1 month ago
Alexandria Mayor Alyia Gaskins addressed many community concerns in the inaugural “Ask the Mayor” session with ALXnow on Friday (April 4), highlighting her first 100 days in office, the city’s…1 month ago
On Tuesday, April 8, from 12 p.m. to 8 p.m., Ben & Jerryâs is throwing its annual Free Cone Day celebration, serving up free scoops of ice cream to fans…1 month ago
It’s going to be a smooth election season for Alexandria’s Democrat Commonwealth Attorney Bryan Porter and Sheriff Sean Casey. No Republicans or other Democrats filed respective primary bids for both seats…1 month ago
Facing no opposition in November, Virginia House Majority Leader Charniele Herring (D-4) launched her reelection campaign in Alexandria on Thursday night (April 3). Herring was joined at Clyde’s (1700 N.…1 month ago
ALXnow will launch its new monthly interview series featuring exclusive one-on-one live virtual video conversations with Alexandria Mayor Alyia Gaskins today (April 4) at 2 p.m. The “Ask The Mayor”…1 month ago
Finding the right audience in a vibrant city like Alexandria is key to business growth, and ALXnow provides a direct connection to the heart of the community. Since launching in…1 month ago
Alexandria’s Healthy Homes Network has unveiled a new action plan to tackle the city’s top home condition issues. The plan addresses problems like mold, smoke, pests, and hoarding. This comprehensive…1 month ago
Here’s a look at what’s happening around Alexandria this weekend; enjoy! Organizing an event? Submit your event to ALXnowâs Event Calendar. Friday, April 4 Ask The Mayor: Mayor Alyia Gaskins joins ALXnow…1 month ago
Good Friday morning, Alexandria! đ§ď¸ Today’s weather: Showers and possibly a thunderstorm before 3 p.m., then isolated showers between 3 p.m. and 5 p.m., then scattered showers and thunderstorms after…1 month ago
City of Alexandria Public Notice City Invites Public Comment on Two Local TMDL (Total Maximum Daily Load) Action Plans The Cityâs Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4) General Permit regulates…1 month ago
The Alexandria City School Board has approved starting the naming process for three school facilities. At its April 3 meeting, the board approved initiating the naming process for the Early…1 month ago
During its regular meeting Thursday (April 3), the Alexandria City School Board received presentations on the division’s draft strategic plan for 2025-2030 and updates on the ongoing redistricting process. The…1 month ago
U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins and Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. visited Ferdinand T. Day Elementary School today (April 3), as part of a joint…1 month ago
The Alexandria City Council will hold its legislative meeting on Tuesday, April 8. The meeting will begin with public hearings on tax rates and budget proposals before moving to a…1 month ago
Malloy Automotive Group is growing its Northern Virginia footprint with a new Chevrolet dealership in Alexandria. Malloy Chevrolet of Alexandria opened on March 31, at 6508 Little River Turnpike, right…1 month ago
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What’s in a name? Everything. The School Board will consider three naming requests for Alexandria City Public Schools facilities at its meeting on Thursday night (April 3). One request is…1 month ago
The Alexandria City Council will consider substantial increases to residential parking permit fees at its upcoming April 8 legislative meeting. The proposed ordinance would amend the city code to raise…1 month ago
Childrenâs House Montessori School (CHMS) is enrolling toddler and preschool students now for the 2025-2026 school year at its Del Ray campus. CHMS provides a fun, nurturing environment where children…1 month ago
Role model, history maker and mayor — being Mayor of Alexandria is more than just chairing meetings. On Wednesday (April 2), Mayor Alyia Gaskins was honored with a party by…1 month ago
Chipotle Mexican Grill of Colorado, LLC, trading as Chipotle Mexican Grill, 3672 King Street, Alexandria, Virginia 22314. The above establishment is applying to the Virginia Alcoholic Beverage Control Authority (ABC)…1 month ago
In accordance with Section 11-500 of the Zoning Ordinance, the following Special Use Permit application(s) may be approved by the Director of Planning and Zoning after the date(s) indicated below.…1 month ago
The Alexandria City School Board will hold a public hearing on the Draft ACPS Strategic Plan: 2025-2030 on Monday, April 21, 2025, at 6:00 p.m. in the School Board Meeting…1 month ago
Get ready to champion your favorite local spots! Next week, ALXnow, Alexandria’s most-read news source, will launch the ALXnow Readers’ Choice Awards, a new initiative designed to celebrate the city’s best…1 month ago
Good Thursday morning, Alexandria! đ§ď¸ Today’s weather: A slight chance of showers. Patchy fog between 9 a.m. and 10 a.m. Otherwise, cloudy, with a high near 82 degrees. The chance…