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Alexandria to host national Faith & Blue kickoff Oct. 9 at Virginia Tech's Innovation Campus
McGuire and Rev. Markel Hutchins, who leads the organization behind the weekend, spoke with The Alexandria Brief on Friday. Hutchins said Alexandria was chosen for its faith community and for a connection formed on a civil rights walk in Selma.
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Tons of Trucks turns 10, the Titans host homecoming, and the Fall Art Festival fills John Carlyle Square
After $3.7 million overrun, DASH says more cuts may be needed as missed trips rise
The general manager said DASH intends to repay the city while facing rising fuel costs, and the city manager cautioned against expecting more money. The board will weigh next steps, possibly including service changes, Oct. 14.
Goats cleared invasive plants from a park slope in six days
Crews are now removing woody stems and debris at James Marx All Veterans Park. The city paid $9,500 and will evaluate whether to use grazing again.
Alexandria police will publish a map of their license plate reader locations by Oct. 1
The Police Department told The Alexandria Brief on Sept. 6 that it would not release camera locations. City Council directed otherwise, and the commitment appeared on the city's website Tuesday.
State is developing scenarios for consolidating DASH into a regional bus system
DRPT presents findings at an Oct. 21 forum and reports to legislators Dec. 15. Gaskins says neighborhood impacts aren't being measured.
Gaskins wants Alexandria to form a friendship city tie with Osijek, Croatia
The mayor says the Croatian embassy approached the city about building on this summer's World Cup base camp. A vote could come Oct. 13.