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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…Alexandria News
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…Health & Wellness: Understanding grief
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By Catherine M. Lee, LCSW Loss comes in many forms, and it usually comes as an unwelcome surprise. We can be faced with overwhelming feelings that are confusing and difficult…Solving lifes hardest problems
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By Casi Wogenrich Do you ever have those days, weeks or even months when it seems like all of life’s problems pile up? Maybe your child care unexpectedly falls through…New redistricting maps proposed for Alexandria City Public Schools
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Alexandria City Public Schools (ACPS) has released new redistricting maps for elementary and middle schools. The plans, now called Square, Circle, and Triangle, were presented at a Redistricting Hybrid Community…Real Talk: The allure of Old Town to downsizers
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By Shoshanna Tanner In the heart of Alexandria, Old Town offers a harmonious blend of historic charm, modern convenience and walkability. For empty nesters and downsizers, this neighborhood provides an…Alexandria Police Department investigating 3 recent deaths
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By Sydney Kodama | skodama@alextimes.com In the past eight days, the Alexandria Police Department has launched three death investigations, two of which were 19-year-old males, in different areas of the…Marie Peaches, Polk Elementary teacher, wins national K-12 STEM award
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By Sandra Smith When Marie Peaches – a fifth grade teacher at James K. Polk Elementary School – was awarded the Presidential Award for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching,…Alexandria man charged with attempted murder and felony assault for alleged road rage incidents
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More charges have been filed against a 34-year-old Alexandria man accused of firing and brandishing a handgun from his car at other drivers. Perry Ellis Barmore was charged with two…Onstage, Alexandria: May 2025
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By Mark Edelman It’s almost May, which means Mother’s Day is around the corner. What better way to say “I love you – and thanks for putting up with me…Review: ‘Guys and Dolls’ shines at Bishop Ireton
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By Anya Saffari From dancing at a club in Havana to rolling dice in the sewers of New York, the unfaltering energy on stage was sure to get the audience…Out of the Attic: ‘The Lynching At Alexandria’
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By John Michelle, Jr. This week we honor the lost life of Joseph McCoy, who was lynched on April 23, 1897. This article ran on May 1, 1897, in the…Nonprofits face financial precipice
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To the editor: Nonprofits across Alexandria are grappling with an increasingly precarious financial landscape. Despite their essential role in supporting the most vulnerable in our community, these organizations are facing…Limiting the First Amendment
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To the editor: I am responding to the letter in your April 17 edition by Linda App urging Alexandria’s government and schools to act counter to stated principles in hopes…High schoolers’ take on tariffs
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To the editor: What the what? President Donald Trump has actually placed tariffs on penguins?! We are two high school students, interested in politics and trying to learn enough to…School Board holds public hearing on Draft 2025-2030 Strategic Plan; no public comments made
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The Alexandria City Public Schools (ACPS) School Board held a public hearing on Monday, April 21, on the draft 2025-2030 Strategic Plan. Despite encouraging the community to provide a final round…Ethical Reflections with Rev. Ian Markham: A significant pontiff
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By Rev. Ian Markham At 9:45 a.m. on Easter Monday, the Vatican announced that Pope Francis had died at 7:35 a.m. that morning. The death of Pope Francis is a…Northern Virginia Transportation Authority unveils draft plan for Bus Rapid Transit system; it includes several Alexandria routes
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The Northern Virginia Transportation Authority (NVTA) has launched a Draft Action Plan for a regionally connected Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) system that could significantly enhance transit options in Alexandria and…Alexandria police announce 60-day crime reduction plan targeting shoplifters
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The Alexandria Police Department has started a 60-day crime plan to focus on larcenies, specifically shoplifting. The initiative was first announced on APD’s social media pages on April 14. That…VRE ridership surges as Alexandria station upgrades planned
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Virginia Railway Express (VRE) saw a jump of nearly 100,000 passengers in March 2025 compared to the same month last year, Vice Mayor Sarah Bagley reported at Alexandria City Council’s…Ask Corcoran McEnearney: I need to sell my parents’ home, where do I start?
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Discover what to expect and steps to take when selling your parents home in the latest Ask Corcoran McEnearney. Read more on ALXnow: Ask Corcoran McEnearney: I need to sell…Alexandria Economic Summit set for May 8 to chart city’s future
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Alexandria is gearing up for a major economic summit on May 8, focusing on the city’s future growth. Stephanie Landrum, who heads the Alexandria Economic Development Partnership (AEDP), updated the…Alexandria reports highest ridership ever on e-scooters and e-bikes
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Watch out! Alexandria just reported a record number of dockless mobility trips. It’s been a long road for e-bikes and e-scooters in the city. March (last month) saw the highest…City Council reaches consensus on budget add/delete proposals
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Alexandria City Council members reached consensus Tuesday night (April 22) on a series of budget adjustments for fiscal year 2026, including a $1 million transfer to Alexandria City Public Schools…City Council moves forward with revisions to police auditor and review board ordinances
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Alexandria City Council voted to advance proposed changes to the city’s police oversight ordinances Tuesday night (April 22), moving forward recommendations from a council subcommittee that address key issues, including…Notes: Denim Day coming to Alexandria
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Good Wednesday morning, Alexandria! ☀️ Today’s weather: Mostly sunny, with a high near 77 degrees. North wind around 5 mph becoming light and variable in the afternoon. Mostly clear, tonight…Alexandria City Council considers Stormwater Fee increase for FY 2026
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The Alexandria City Council is considering increasing stormwater fees. A public hearing was held during its Legislative Meeting on Tuesday (April 22). Despite the opportunity for public input, no residents…Senator Warner calls for Defense Secretary Hegseth’s resignation over classified information mishandling
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U.S. Sen. Mark Warner (D-VA) is calling for the resignation or removal of Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth following reports that Hegseth shared classified military information with family members on his…