Warner: Iran war driving up costs, GOP bill would strip Virginia voting rights
Senator cites rising gas prices and voter ID restrictions as direct hits to Northern Virginia residents
Ryan Belmore
Founder and Publisher, The Alexandria Brief 📍Alexandria, VA
Alexandria, Virginia
Cherry blossom season is here, and Alexandria's Blue and Yellow line riders get a break from weekend closures
Metro has paused all track work for the festival, giving Alexandria riders uninterrupted weekend service for the first time since mid-February
The Alexandria Brief: Friday, March 20
DC Water seeks $50M disaster declaration after bypass system prevented 2 billion gallons from reaching Potomac; faith leaders pledge $1M to clear ARHA back rent
Officials: Bypass system prevented 2 billion gallons from reaching Potomac; $50M disaster declaration requested
At Alexandria's community hearing on the crisis, DC Water and state officials detail costs, cleanup and what comes next
Alexandria City Council to weigh major housing investment, senior plan at Tuesday meeting
Meeting also includes final funding request for Arlandria affordable housing project
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The Twig pledges $2 million to new Inova hospital campus
All-volunteer group's gift to name conference center at Landmark site, pushing total giving past $7 million
Mayor Gaskins, Interfaith Council, and Alfred Street Baptist join forces to clear $1 million in ARHA back rent
Fresh Start Initiative pairs private debt relief with ARHA accountability reforms as city budget season raises hard questions about housing stability
Alexandria's General Assembly delegation recaps 2026 session at Chamber ALX breakfast
Lawmakers address budget standoff, housing, immigration and the long shadow of federal uncertainty
The Alexandria Brief: Thursday, March 19
Council reviews $722M in budget proposals; Potomac Interceptor town hall tonight; three new food and drink spots coming
Dok Khao Thai opens its doors in Alexandria
The Oakville Triangle's newest tenant begins its soft opening.
City Council reviews housing pipeline, transit expansion, fee hikes, and human services in combined budget session
Work Sessions #4 and #5 run nearly 2 1/2 hours, covering transportation, housing, transit, planning, recreation, human services, and climate action
Spanberger names two Alexandria residents to state boards
Carl, an AlexRenew executive, and Lane, a veterans contractor, join commissions tied to water policy and military service
DCANTER wine shop set to uncork a new chapter in Old Town
The Capitol Hill wine boutique has received its certificate of occupancy at 1101 King Street, putting an opening for the beloved D.C. retailer within reach
Crooked Run files for ABC license at former Dolce & Bean space
The Northern Virginia brewery behind beloved taprooms in Leesburg, Sterling, and DC's Union Market is planting its flag on Mount Vernon Avenue.
Old Town boutiques invite shoppers to 'Bloom Together' this weekend
Annual spring passport event runs Friday through Sunday at more than 20 participating stores