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AEDP launches first-ever startup accelerator targeting AI, robotics and defense companies
The $200,000 program would support up to 15 Alexandria-based companies and is designed to serve as the foundation for the city's long-term innovation ecosystem.
ACPS, teachers union reach historic $12.7M deal as council prepares to weigh school budget
The first collective bargaining agreement between ACPS and its employees' union is contingent on city funding — and the city manager's proposed budget falls $5.6 million short of what the deal requires.
Early voting begins Friday for Alexandria's April 21 special election
Voters can cast ballots starting March 6 at the Office of Voter Registration and Elections on North Royal Street.
Sandy Marks wants to keep Alexandria City Council moving forward
The Democratic nominee sat down with the Alexandria Brief Tuesday ahead of early voting, which begins Friday.
Frank Fannon wants to bring balance back to the Alexandria City Council
The independent candidate and former council member sat down with the Alexandria Brief Tuesday ahead of early voting, which begins Friday.
ALIVE!'s Empty Bowls fundraiser raises more than $80,000 to fight food insecurity in Alexandria
Ninth annual event at Beth El Hebrew Congregation drew local officials, 26 restaurants and community supporters
City seeks artist to design Alexandria's official America 250 poster
Winning design will represent Alexandria at national mayors conference in June
March in Alexandria: 12 events you shouldn't miss
From St. Patrick's Day celebrations and Shamrock crawls to women's leadership forums and live music, March is packed.
From busking King Street to leading the parade: Rook Richards comes home as Alexandria's St. Patrick's Day grand marshal
The local musician who usually runs the sound at this parade is finally being asked to just sit back and enjoy it.
ACPS, teachers union reach historic $12.7M deal as council prepares to weigh school budget
The first collective bargaining agreement between ACPS and its employees' union is contingent on city funding — and the city manager's proposed budget falls $5.6 million short of what the deal requires.
ACPS 2030 plan shows broad progress at midyear, but staffing goal hits wall
School board to receive Q2 update Thursday as budget scrutiny intensifies
This week in Alexandria: Budget talks, housing plan, and a St. Patrick's Day parade
City Council and the School Board meet jointly Wednesday to review ACPS's FY2027 spending request, the Planning Commission opens a discussion on long-range housing policy, and Old Town celebrates the weekend
ACPS parent groups call proposed 1.5% schools funding increase insufficient
Umbrella PTA council calls 1.5% proposal insufficient; urges families to submit public comment before March 9 hearing
Health officials warn of a possible rabid raccoon after two bites in Old Town
A dead raccoon found near the attack sites has been sent for rabies testing
Alexandria braces for wintry mix Monday, warm-up expected by week's end
Winter Weather Advisory in effect tonight; temperatures could near 76 degrees by Thursday
Warner, Beyer blast House for blocking aviation safety bill
The ROTOR Act passed the Senate unanimously in December but fell short in the House Monday, leaving DCA-area travelers without new safety protections more than a year after a collision over the Potomac killed 67 people
Beyer leads regional delegation demanding federal funding for Potomac Interceptor repairs, and a backup water supply for the region
The Alexandria congressman leads 13 colleagues from Maryland and DC in calling for urgent action. The request for a backup water supply study reveals a vulnerability the spill exposed.
Mount Vernon Trail to close near Old Town for shoreline repairs starting Friday
Federal contractors will block trail segment between East Abingdon Drive and 3rd Street for up to six weeks
Registration opens for Bike to Work Day as event marks 25th anniversary
Alexandria boasts six pit stops as DMV-wide celebration enters its third decade
Traffic and Parking Board unanimously approves Braddock Road corridor improvements
Protected bike lanes, parking removal backed 6-0 after 6-hour hearing with 66 speakers; opponents can appeal within 15 days
Alexandria planners to host fifth Duke Street land use meeting Wednesday
City planners to unveil draft corridor themes, gather public input on future of 3-mile stretch
AEDP launches first-ever startup accelerator targeting AI, robotics and defense companies
The $200,000 program would support up to 15 Alexandria-based companies and is designed to serve as the foundation for the city's long-term innovation ecosystem.
Waterfront Church seeks window signage permit; childcare center looks to consolidate locations
Two new permit applications open for public comment as church eyes storefront signage, childcare center seeks to simplify its operations
Coalition for a Livable Alexandria raises $28,000 to fund zoning lawsuit appeal
Group avoids hourly billing that could have tripled legal costs
Alexandria's housing blueprint is out; Saturday is your chance to weigh in in person
Draft recommendations released last week lay out 10 goals for the city's first major housing plan update since 2013
AEDP launches first-ever startup accelerator targeting AI, robotics and defense companies
The $200,000 program would support up to 15 Alexandria-based companies and is designed to serve as the foundation for the city's long-term innovation ecosystem.
Del Ray's Bagel Uprising announces second location in Ballston
The boiled-and-baked bagel shop, born from a home kitchen in 2015, will open at the corner of Fairfax Drive and North Vermont Street this spring.
Matt and Tony's team eyes Del Ray expansion with new Little Birdie restaurant
Sloan, culinary director Eric Brannon team up for second Del Ray venture on Mount Vernon Avenue.
The Garden reopens Friday after winter break, signaling start of spring season
Beloved Del Ray outdoor venue returns with full weekend hours and packed events calendar
Del Ray's Bagel Uprising announces second location in Ballston
The boiled-and-baked bagel shop, born from a home kitchen in 2015, will open at the corner of Fairfax Drive and North Vermont Street this spring.
Matt and Tony's team eyes Del Ray expansion with new Little Birdie restaurant
Sloan, culinary director Eric Brannon team up for second Del Ray venture on Mount Vernon Avenue.
The Garden reopens Friday after winter break, signaling start of spring season
Beloved Del Ray outdoor venue returns with full weekend hours and packed events calendar
Whiskey & Oyster to close Feb. 28, ending five-year run
HomeGrown Restaurant Group cites lease renewal as reason for shuttering the seafood and spirits spot
Publisher's Note: A new home
The Alexandria Brief has moved. You might notice things look a little different this week. That's because I've migrated to a new platform—Ghost—after three months on Substack. A significant number of readers have reached out over since the launch of The Alexandria Brief with
Publisher's note: Understanding the Braddock Road corridor improvements project
A guide to what's being proposed, what residents are saying, and what questions remain ahead of Monday's hearing
Publisher's note: Clean the mirror
On monks, mirrors, and what thousands of Alexandrians stood in the cold to hear
The Alexandria Brief: Wednesday, March 4
Fannon and Marks offer sharply different visions for council; proposed redistricting would remake Alexandria's congressional district; Empty Bowls raises $80K for food insecurity
The Alexandria Brief: Tuesday, March 3
Alexandria Brief interviews two City Council candidates today; Bagel Uprising heads to Ballston; 12 events to put on your March calendar
The Alexandria Brief: Monday, March 2
Wintry mix arrives this afternoon as Alexandria looks ahead to a 70-degree swing, a hometown musician takes the St. Patrick’s Day spotlight, and City Council candidates go live with The Brief.
The Alexandria Brief-PM | Friday, February 27
Three certified for April 21 council race; Richmond decisions could reshape city budget; Housing 2040 open house tomorrow