Government & Politics
Former Councilman Fannon announces independent bid for McPike's seat
Fourth-generation Alexandrian last served on council in 2012
Ryan Belmore
Newsletter
Democrats add online voting option for Feb. 21 council primary
Registration open through Friday; in-person voting still available
Public Safety
Alexandria health officials warn residents to avoid Potomac River after sewage spills
Advisory covers 72.5 miles of river; repairs expected to take four to six weeks
Government & Politics
Agenda:Alexandria calls housing panel nonpartisan. Its board, panelists and questions tell a more complicated story
Board chair says panel is balanced; press release omits panelist's role in lawsuit challenging city's zoning reforms"
Business
Del Ray Hardware wins 2026 Heart of Del Ray Award
Portlances transformed neighborhood staple after taking over in 2024
Community & Culture
Eight Alexandria musicians named finalists for 37th annual Wammie Music Awards
Local artists earn 11 combined nominations spanning funk, rock, classical, pop and more ahead of March 28 ceremony
Newsletter
The Alexandria Brief — AM | Friday, Feb. 13
National IQ innovation district launches; city served 40,000 through human services; Valentine's Day and George Washington Birthday Parade tomorrow
Community & Culture
Alexandria proclaimed 'Mandela Legacy Day' during visit by Nelson Mandela's grandson
Ndaba Mandela spoke at Community Praise Church for Black History Month celebration
Community & Culture
City served more than 40,000 residents through human services programs last year
Annual report highlights behavioral health access, youth engagement, and multilingual outreach
Community & Culture
Virginia Theological Seminary honors Stephen Colbert, wife with highest award
Late-night host and his wife receive seminary's highest honor at New York City service
Development
Alexandria joins Arlington in launching National Innovation Quarter
The new nonprofit aims to be 'connective tissue' for the region's defense tech and startup ecosystem, with a $5 million budget over three years.
Community & Culture
What's happening in Alexandria this weekend: Feb. 13-16
Valentine's Day, George Washington and a long weekend