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Xi'an Famous Foods has closed its Alexandria kitchen
The Arlandria ghost kitchen broke company sales records after opening last year. Staff and equipment are shifting to a Clarendon storefront opening Aug. 7
Alexandria seeks nominations to honor residents turning 100 or older this year
Nominations for the Sept. 8 Centenarian Celebration are due Aug. 18
From $220,000 to $1.9 million: Homes sold in Alexandria last week
20 homes closed across the city at an average price of $707,780, led by a newly built Braddock Heights house
On this day in Alexandria history: In 1952, the city looked up — and saw something it couldn't explain
The Alexandria Gazette splashed UFO sightings across its front page 74 years ago today. It wasn't alone.
Alexandria sets National Night Out record with 54 locations
The city confirmed the record Tuesday. New this year: a community dog walk with Police Chief Tarrick McGuire through Del Ray
Samuel Tucker Elementary starts school today — weeks before the rest of Alexandria
The school's extended instructional calendar means 712 students begin the 2026-27 year this morning while the rest of ACPS waits until Aug. 24
ACPS urges families to register new students now ahead of the first day of school
A registration event is this Sunday, with office hours available every Monday through August 21
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.
Xi'an Famous Foods has closed its Alexandria kitchen
The Arlandria ghost kitchen broke company sales records after opening last year. Staff and equipment are shifting to a Clarendon storefront opening Aug. 7
Alexandria Restaurant Week returns August 14–23 with prix fixe menus at 75+ restaurants
Ten days, two weekends, and dishes from Old Town to Arlandria — plus two new participants this year
Fish Market and Pop's Old Fashioned Ice Cream Co. celebrate 50 years as Alexandria declares a city holiday
Mayor Alyia Gaskins issued an official proclamation Thursday naming July 23, 2026, Fish Market and Pop's Old Fashioned Ice Cream Co. Day
Fish Market and Pop's Old Fashioned Ice Cream celebrate 50 years in Old Town tonight
Mayor Alyia Gaskins will read an official city proclamation at the joint celebration, which begins at 5 p.m. at 105 King St.
Virginia voters could gain a bigger voice in choosing the 2028 presidential nominees
An earlier primary would bring candidates, campaign spending and national attention to the commonwealth while giving both Democrats and Republicans greater influence before Super Tuesday.
Traffic and Parking Board goes beyond staff plan, votes to remove 20 parking spaces on Russell Road
Staff had recommended removing four spaces and adding two near Naomi Brooks Elementary. The board voted 5-2 for a larger removal and asked staff to return with parking options for school employees.
Virginia American Water asks customers to voluntarily cut back on water use
The utility cites "historic drought conditions" statewide; the Drought Monitor shows all of Alexandria in moderate drought, an improvement from the spring
Virginia’s new pay transparency law changes the rules for job postings
Employers must disclose salary ranges and can no longer ask applicants about their pay history.
Two men sentenced to 40 and 16 years in 2022 Alexandria hotel sexual assault
Ja'Real Wilkins and Tysheem Boykins were convicted by juries in separate trials; both will be on supervised probation for life
Alexandria sets National Night Out record with 54 locations
The city confirmed the record Tuesday. New this year: a community dog walk with Police Chief Tarrick McGuire through Del Ray
Virginia American Water asks customers to voluntarily cut back on water use
The utility cites "historic drought conditions" statewide; the Drought Monitor shows all of Alexandria in moderate drought, an improvement from the spring
Man charged with drunk in public after alleged knife assault on South Reynolds Street; additional charges being considered
Both men showed signs of intoxication in Sunday night incident near unit block of South Reynolds Street
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.
Trump announces a $22.5 billion makeover of Dulles airport that will eliminate the 'people movers'
In place of the people movers, the airport will add a new U-shaped passenger train, a central walking tunnel and more moving walkways.
Virginia study on groundwater, data centers calls for tighter water regulations
Produced by environmental scientists, the report said regulators should have more authority to reject industrial water withdrawal permits, force entities to examine alternative sources of water and clamp down on users who might be using more water than they should be.
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.
Nationals draw 6 walks against Shane Bieber in 4-run first inning, beat Blue Jays 8-6
The Nationals drew six walks against former Cy Young Award winner Shane Bieber in a four-run first inning, and Washington beat the Toronto Blue Jays 8-6 on Tuesday night.
Sonia Citron, Kiki Iriafen lead Mystics to 92-84 victory over Sun
Sonia Citron scored 22 points and Kiki Iriafen added 20 points and 10 rebounds to help the Washington Mystics beat the Connecticut Sun 92-84 on Tuesday night.
Urías homers and Blue Jays beat Nationals 3-2 in Scherzer's return to Washington
Scherzer came off the injured list to start on his 42nd birthday.
Commanders part ways with tight ends coach Ben Steele on the eve of training camp
Steele, 48, had just been hired by Washington after spending the previous three NFL seasons with Arizona.
Alexandria opens EV charger program to churches and nonprofits
Plug In Alexandria's next round offers site assessments and grants up to $15,000, with applications due Sept. 21
Traffic and Parking Board goes beyond staff plan, votes to remove 20 parking spaces on Russell Road
Staff had recommended removing four spaces and adding two near Naomi Brooks Elementary. The board voted 5-2 for a larger removal and asked staff to return with parking options for school employees.
DASH bus service changes coming to Old Town North and citywide Aug. 9
Line 32 gets 30-minute frequency seven days a week; stops along N. Fairfax, Madison and Montgomery streets will be consolidated
Traffic and Parking Board to weigh revised Russell Road safety plan Monday after community feedback reshaped proposal
After 170 comments and community feedback on parking, staff recommend a net loss of two parking spaces near Naomi Brooks Elementary
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 24-26
Mayors' Cup Rugby send-off, 1776 Singalong, Civil War tours, Apothecary Night Shift, and more
Alexandria residents weigh in on APD's public safety plan at community forum
Input on youth, technology and traffic will shape a department report expected in September
Alexandria police chiefs reflect on legacy, leadership at APD
Current and former chiefs gather to discuss the department's evolution — and the work still ahead
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.