The Alexandria Brief | Thursday, July 16
A man is fatally shot at ParcView Apartments, ACHS gets a principal who says he's staying, the Washington region loses 100,500 jobs, and Alexandria's gas-powered leaf blower ban is four months out
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.
Victim in Holmes Run Parkway homicide identified as Charles Talley, 36
APD seeking doorbell camera footage, security video and other evidence from the public
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
Historic Alexandria invites adults to explore the city's history through summer field trips
The next program, focused on ship science at the Torpedo Factory, is this Sunday
Jenny Waters named museum director at Lee-Fendall House Museum & Garden
Waters has grown membership 38 percent and launched several new programs since joining the Old Town museum in 2022
Southbound N. Fairfax Street will partially close July 20 for City Hall renovation work
Crews will install municipal fiber lines during the two-week closure; flaggers will direct traffic
'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.
The Alexandria Brief | Wednesday, July 15
A Heat Advisory, a primary three weeks out, a court win for affordable housing in Old Town, and a new bread and wine shop opening this weekend
Alexandria's August 4 dual primary is 20 days away. Here's what you need to know
Democrats are on pace with more than 7,700 ballots already cast or sent; Republicans have topped 1,000
Court upholds Alexandria approval of Ladrey redevelopment
The ruling clears a major legal hurdle for the waterfront project, which has been the subject of years of public debate over housing, access, and easements.
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
Fairfax man charged with embezzling nearly $60,000 through Alexandria Soccer Association; ASA says conduct was unauthorized
Police say Ahmed Mohamed used a fake soccer academy and fraudulent Italy travel camp to defraud 13 victims
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.
Wilderness Kids Alexandria to host 4th annual music festival in Del Ray in September
Free community event at Pat Miller Square on Sept. 27 benefits local teens
The Alexandria Brief | Tuesday, July 14
A Black-owned horror and sci-fi bookstore is coming to King Street, the Moses Stevens Street rededication brought family and city leaders together, and Art in Every Space has grown to nine businesses