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Alexandria Pipes and Drums summer concert cancelled amid Code Purple air alert
The free waterfront performance in Old Town was cancelled due to unhealthy air quality. The band confirmed the next performance is Aug. 21.
Alexandria Pipes and Drums summer concert cancelled amid Code Purple air alert
The free waterfront performance in Old Town was cancelled due to unhealthy air quality. The band confirmed the next performance is Aug. 21.
A new book opens the doors to 44 of Old Town's most historic private homes
'Old Town Style,' written by the president of the Historic Alexandria Foundation, arrives Sept. 8 — and offers access to residences most people will never see.
Air quality in Alexandria reaches Code Purple; outdoor pools closed, mayor urges caution
Canadian wildfire smoke pushed the region to Code Purple — very unhealthy for everyone — Friday morning. Mayor Alyia Gaskins urged residents to stay safe as the city closed all outdoor pools and moved summer camps indoors. A severe storm threat remains for Saturday.
A puzzle, a 10-year-old, and a brainstorm: How an Alexandria artist invented a board game
Maritza Maxwell needs $21,000 by Aug. 15 to manufacture 1,000 copies of Trapdoors, her sliding-tile competitive puzzle game.
Back to school is weeks away. Alexandria health officials say now is the time to schedule that appointment
With the first day of school Aug. 24, the Alexandria Health Department is urging families to book physicals and vaccines before appointment slots fill up.
'It's my last job': ACHS gets a principal who says he's here to stay
At his first community meeting, Michael Burch laid out his priorities for Virginia's largest high school — and told The Alexandria Brief he plans to finish his career here.
Alexandria School Board elects Christopher Harris as chair for the coming year
The board unanimously chose Harris, its District C representative and outgoing vice chair, to lead during a year that includes a superintendent search and transition. Alexander Crider Scioscia was elected vice chair.
ACPS seeks donations to fill 3,500 backpacks before the school year starts
Drop-off runs through Aug. 10 at Alexandria City High School
Washington Spirit names Pupatella as official Neapolitan pizza partner
The Arlington-founded pizzeria, which has a location in Old Town North, will activate at matchdays, community events, and fan experiences across the DMV
Chord Bread & Bottle to hold soft opening Sunday in Bradlee Shopping Center
The new wine-and-sandwich shop is opening in the former UnWined space at 3690 King St.
Crooked Run secures building permit for Del Ray taproom, says opening is imminent
Co-founder Jake Endres says the biggest obstacle is behind them, with a 12-tap draught system installed and chicken tenders leading the food menu
King Arthur Baking is hiring in Alexandria as fall opening approaches
Job posting reveals new details about the baking school coming to 617 King Street
Warner warned Trump would use primetime address to undermine elections. After the speech, he said he was right
The Virginia senator told reporters Thursday morning the president would distort intelligence findings for political purposes. Hours later, he said that's exactly what happened.
Mayor Gaskins named to national network of rising Democratic leaders
She joins NewDEAL's 2026 class, selected from more than 2,200 nominations — the latest in a string of national recognitions for the city's mayor.
Alexandria's gas-powered leaf blower ban is four months away. Here's what you need to know
The city holds a community meeting July 21 to answer questions before the Nov. 17 ban takes effect. Whether you're a homeowner or a landscaper, the clock is running.
Washington region loses 100,500 jobs in a year. Alexandria's unemployment rate is holding — for now
Federal employment in the region has hit its lowest level in 30 years as inflation accelerates
Driver indicted in death of Alexandria pedestrian Norma Floyd-Sayles
Tekaligne Shirko, 46, of Lorton surrendered Thursday on charges of involuntary manslaughter and failure to yield causing death
Air quality in Alexandria reaches Code Purple; outdoor pools closed, mayor urges caution
Canadian wildfire smoke pushed the region to Code Purple — very unhealthy for everyone — Friday morning. Mayor Alyia Gaskins urged residents to stay safe as the city closed all outdoor pools and moved summer camps indoors. A severe storm threat remains for Saturday.
Back to school is weeks away. Alexandria health officials say now is the time to schedule that appointment
With the first day of school Aug. 24, the Alexandria Health Department is urging families to book physicals and vaccines before appointment slots fill up.
Victim in Holmes Run Parkway homicide identified as Charles Talley, 36
APD seeking doorbell camera footage, security video and other evidence from the public
Publisher's Note: Punching above our weight
A World Cup team made Alexandria home for a month. As Croatia prepares to leave, here's a case for making the friendship last — starting with a fifth sister city.
Publisher's Note: No one took the easy route
Nobody's ever happy with a budget. That's not the same as nobody trying.
Publisher's Note: What it really costs to cover Alexandria
Seven months in, an honest look at the numbers behind your community newsroom
Publisher's Note: Sometimes what's best for all of us isn't best for any one of us
The Braddock Road vote is settled. How a divided neighborhood lives with it is not.
March for democracy planned for anniversary of historic MLK-led 1963 Washington march
A large coalition led by the Rev. Al Sharpton and the family of the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. will mark the anniversary of the historic March on Washington next month with a march for democracy.
Americans step out for their nation's 250th in a proud moment sown with division and doubt
Whether all the partying to come gives the nation a breather from disunity or aggravates it is an open question.
America 250 celebrations bring extraordinary security challenge to Washington
Federal law enforcement authorities are preparing for one of Washington, D.C.'s, largest and most complex security operations as the nation’s capital gears up to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the nation’s freedom.
Touring Trump's Washington: How the president is putting his imprint on the nation's capital
Since returning to office 17 months ago, Trump has demonstrated a continuing fixation with the District of Columbia.
Fire hold the Mystics to 29% shooting in a 75-56 rout
Carla Leite scored 14 points, Serah Williams had 12 points and the Portland Fire beat the Washington Mystics 75-56 on Thursday night.
Pirates acquire former top prospect Robert Hassell III from the Nationals
The 24-year-old outfielder has hit .215 with two homers and 21 RBIs for Triple-A Rochester this year.
Lavelle scores, Gotham beats the Spirit 1-0 at Citi Field with record crowd of 42,175
Rose Lavelle scored in the first half and Gotham FC beat the Washington Spirit 1-0 on Wednesday night in a match at Citi Field that was dubbed the Queens Classic.
Mystics power past short-handed Tempo 79-62 behind double-doubles by Iriafen and Austin
Kiki Iriafen had 25 points and 14 rebounds, Shakira Austin added 17 points and 10 rebounds, and the Washington Mystics beat the Toronto Tempo 79-62 on Tuesday night.
King Street work begins July 6 near Alexandria City High School
Project will add protected bike lane, expand bus stops and reconfigure lanes to improve safety for students
Parking meter rates, fines going up Wednesday in Alexandria
The changes, approved as part of the city's FY 2027 budget, mark the first increase to parking fines since 2007
VRE acquires Seminary Yard for $35.8 million
Purchase from state rail authority gives commuter rail service greater control over infrastructure as it prepares for expansion
Weekend overnight lane closures begin on I-395 north near Alexandria this weekend
VDOT bridge work spanning the Fairfax County–Alexandria line will close a single northbound lane on weekend nights through Aug. 9, skipping the July Fourth holiday
Zlatko Dalić, who led Croatia through its month in Alexandria, steps down as coach
Croatia's most successful coach is leaving after nearly nine years, three major medals, and one summer that made a Northern Virginia city his team's World Cup home.
Fox 5 to air live from Taqueria Picoso ahead of Croatia-Portugal watch party
Ahead of Croatia's Round of 32 match against Portugal on Thursday, the West End restaurant hosts a watch party — with Fox 5 DC planning live pre-game coverage. Fans are encouraged to arrive early.
As Croatia leaves Alexandria, its players say what they'll miss: the people, the place, the month
On their final morning in the city, Marin Pongračić and Nikola Vlašić reflected on the hotel and training-center staff, Episcopal's "crazy" facilities, and a month that ends Tuesday — as the team departs for its Round of 32 match against Portugal.
"Exposure that money can't buy": What hosting Croatia did for Alexandria
Visit Alexandria president Todd O'Leary says a month as Croatia's World Cup home gave the city global visibility it could never have afforded — and "rocket fuel" for its sports-tourism push. The full economic picture will come by year's end.
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What's happening in Alexandria this weekend: July 17-19
The World Cup final, the Aces at home, an Old Town pub crawl, and Stewart Copeland at The Birchmere
'It's my last job': ACHS gets a principal who says he's here to stay
At his first community meeting, Michael Burch laid out his priorities for Virginia's largest high school — and told The Alexandria Brief he plans to finish his career here.
A Black-owned horror and sci-fi bookstore is coming to Old Town this fall
Long Dark House is set to open at 1510 King St.
An Alexandria love story: Old Town North couple marks their engagement on the city's birthday
From a Rufus du Sol concert in Los Angeles to Claddagh rings from Galway, Jenn Meffert and Zach Quinn built their relationship one city at a time — and chose Alexandria to make it permanent.
Alexandria turns 277 with symphony, fireworks and a surprise rainstorm
Thousands pack Oronoco Bay Park for the city's annual birthday celebration
Crooked Run secures building permit for Del Ray taproom, says opening is imminent
Co-founder Jake Endres says the biggest obstacle is behind them, with a 12-tap draught system installed and chicken tenders leading the food menu