Listing of the Day: 716 Upland Place
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Alexandria gears up for Independent Bookstore Day celebrations
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Alexandria is preparing to celebrate the annual Independent Bookstore Day, with local literary havens, Old Town Books (130 South Royal Street) and Friends to Lovers Bookstore (301 Cameron Street), planning a…Police Chief Tarrick McGuire informs Cameron Station Civic Association of shooting at Ben Brenman Park
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Alexandria Police Chief Tarrick McGuire sent a note to Cameron Station Civic Association residents after gunfire was reported Thursday morning (April 24) at Ben Brenman Park. McGuire detailed the incident,…These two businesses are hosting ribbon cuttings in Del Ray next month
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Got an extra-large pair of scissors handy? There are two ribbon cuttings for local businesses along Mount Vernon Avenue in Del Ray next month. On May 10 at 10:30 a.m.,…GoFundMe launched for 19-year-old victim of Canterbury Square homicide
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A GoFundMe has been launched for Deaundre Jack, the victim of last Saturday’s (April 19) homicide in the West End. The 19-year-old Jack was shot and killed in the parking…Vintage gift store to open this summer in Del Ray
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A new vintage gift shop is opening this summer in Del Ray. The ribbon cutting for Stardust Vintage + Gift (1904 Mount Vernon Avenue) is set for Saturday, June 7.…City to honor $2.5 million bequest to build botanical garden at Point Lumley Park
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The City of Alexandria wants Betsey and H.J. Rosenbaum to know that there will still be a botanical garden built in their honor at Point Lumley Park, despite not being…Letter to the Editor: The benefits of bilingual education starting in elementary school
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As debates surrounding language and education continue, both nationally and here in Northern Virginia, one local voice is passionately advocating for the power of bilingualism from an early age. Lauren…Free Food, Fun, and Resources: Alexandria’s Community Cookouts return this spring and summer
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The City of Alexandria’s Department of Recreation, Parks & Cultural Activities is once again preparing to host its beloved annual Community Cookout events this spring and summer, marking its 18th…ALXnow Press Club sees strong early momentum, welcomes 93 members
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Launched just last month, the ALXnow Press Club is already building a strong community, attracting 93 founding members in its inaugural weeks. The exclusive membership program, designed for dedicated readers…Notes: Water taxi service from Alexandria to Nationals Park resumes this week
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Good Friday morning, Alexandria! ⛈️ Today’s weather: Scattered showers, mainly after 5 p.m. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 80 degrees. Light south wind increasing to 5 to 10 mph…Walk through Sudan’s tragedy: Massive floor art installation coming to Alexandria
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A compelling art exhibit is coming to Old Town on May 10, shedding light on the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Sudan. “Red-Handed – Sudan: Don’t Turn Away” features a massive…CareerCon offers career exploration and $4,000 in scholarships for high school and college attendees
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The Alexandria Chamber of Commerce is gearing up for its annual CareerCon, a free event designed to help high school and college students explore career options and get valuable tips…City of Alexandria names Kevin Greenlief its next Director of Finance
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Kevin C. Greenlief is set to become the new Director of Finance for Alexandria, starting April 28, 2025. City Manager James F. Parajon made the announcement on Thursday (April 24)…Alexandria to host panel discussion on Affordable Housing Preservation
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The City of Alexandria is gearing up for an important discussion on affordable housing preservation on April 29. The event, part of the Housing 2040 Master Plan process, will bring together…Woodrow Wilson Bridge to open just after midnight on Friday
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If you’re looking to cross the Woodrow Wilson Bridge tonight, be aware that it’s going to be opening just after midnight. The city announced via Twitter that the bridge along…New cafe proposed for King Street in Old Town
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A new cafe has been proposed on King in Old Town. An administrative special use permit was filed to open Kingsley Cafe on the first floor of 910 King Street.…Alexandria Planning Department-Notice of Administrative Review_Kingley Cafe
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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.…Board of Architectural Review – Legal Notice of a Public Hearing-May 7
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Board of Architectural Review LEGAL NOTICE OF A PUBLIC HEARING A Public Hearing will be held by the Board of Architectural Review on Wednesday, May 7th, 2025, beginning at 7:00…Public Notice_John Ewald Park Improvements
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John Ewald Park Improvements Notice of Public Comment Period The City of Alexandria invites the community to provide feedback on proposed improvements to John Ewald Park, 4452 Duke St. Community…Hope, history, and vigilance emphasized at Alexandria’s 36th Annual Holocaust Remembrance
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The City of Alexandria observed its 36th annual Days of Remembrance ceremony on Thursday (April 24) to commemorate victims of the Holocaust at Market Square in front of City Hall.…Alexandria Planning Commission & City Council_May 6, 17
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ALEXANDRIA PLANNING COMMISSION & CITY COUNCIL MAY 6, 2025, 7:00 PM PLANNING COMMISSION MAY 17, 2025, 9:30 AM CITY COUNCIL The items described below will be heard by the Planning…10 Questions with Alexandria’s outgoing Poet Laureate Zeina Azzam
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For a moment, Zeina Azzam seemed lost for words. On Tuesday, Alexandria’s outgoing poet laureate was praised by the City Council for her literary impact on the city. For the…Alexandria police investigate early morning gunfire at Ben Brenman Park
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No injuries after multiple gunshots were reported early this morning in the area of Ben Brenman Park in Alexandria’s West End. The Alexandria Police Department was alerted of four gunshots…Wells Fargo hosts financial literacy workshop for Alexandria High School students
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Around 150 students from Alexandria City High School participated in a financial literacy workshop at the Minnie Howard campus on Monday (April 21). Wells Fargo and the Society for Financial…Historic Garden Week, Half Marathon headline packed Alexandria Weekend: April 25-27
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Alexandria is buzzing with activity this weekend, April 25-27, offering residents and visitors a diverse mix of history, community engagement, and entertainment. Saturday marks a highlight for history enthusiasts with…Grow Your Alexandria Business: Advertise on ALXnow
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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…Virginia scores B- in housing affordability and homebuilding report
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Virginia ranks 11th nationwide for housing affordability and homebuilding efforts, according to a new Realtor.com report released today (April 24). The state receives a B-grade in the “Grading the States:…Notes: Alexandria Police mentors take students from George Washington Middle School to Smithsonian African American Museum
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Good Thursday morning, Alexandria! ☀️ Today’s weather: Mostly sunny, with a high near 81 degrees. Calm wind becoming south 5 to 8 mph in the afternoon. Partly cloudy tonight, with…AlexRenew proposes 5% rate hike for FY2026, 5.7% for FY2027
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AlexRenew is proposing a $258.3 million budget for fiscal year 2026, along with a two-year rate adjustment to fund ongoing infrastructure investments, including the RiverRenew program. The wastewater treatment authority…