The Alexandria Brief: Thursday, December 4
Rail schedules shift as Long Bridge work ramps up; snowplows out Friday; cannabis retail questions loom
Ryan Belmore
What Alexandria rail riders need to know about Long Bridge construction changes
New VRE train now running; Amtrak changes and construction work windows begin Jan. 12
Snowplows are out Friday—here's what you need to know before winter hits
The city's annual training drill is a good reminder to brush up on sidewalk rules, snow emergency routes and how to track plows in your neighborhood.
What's happening in Alexandria: Thursday, December 4
Your guide to events, meetings, and entertainment in Alexandria
Construction set to begin on drainage project at historic Douglass Cemetery
City to hold pre-construction meeting Dec. 16 as years-long preservation effort moves forward
Traffic board to weigh new crosswalks, turn restrictions in pedestrian safety push
Board will consider crossing improvements near schools, new rules following October crash
Virginia is 11 months from legal cannabis sales. Where will Alexandria allow shops?
State bill eliminates local opt-outs; city has not publicly addressed retail zoning
Alexandria-area home prices forecast to rise 5.1% in 2026, more than double national rate
Realtor.com projection adds pressure as city prepares plan to preserve dwindling affordable housing stock
The Alexandria Brief: Wednesday, December 3
A busy night for Planning Commission; Warner warns of AI job losses; Alexandria earns national recognition
Alexandria Planning Commission approves zoning changes to streamline business approvals
Commission also OKs 145-unit affordable housing project; Commissioner Brown announces resignation
Planning Commission approves 640 units for final vacant sites in southern Potomac Yard
Townhouse portion draws opposition; affordable housing deal saves city an estimated $11 million
What's happening in Alexandria: Wednesday, December 3
Your guide to events, meetings, and entertainment in Alexandria
Alexandria ranks 15th nationally for National Night Out
The recognition comes as the city saw 50 registered events and a 33% drop in Part 1 crime offenses
Nine Alexandria deputies graduate from regional training academy
Officers complete 10-week basic training, prepare for assignments at detention center
Virginia Tech to honor graduate students at Alexandria ceremony Dec. 15
Event at Potomac Yard academic building will be followed by Dec. 19 commencement in Blacksburg
Alexandria accepting applications for stormwater fee credit program
Property owners in Alexandria can now apply for credits that could cut their stormwater utility bills in half.