Contact
The Alexandria Brief is independently owned by Ryan Belmore, who lives in Alexandria.
If you have a news tip, story idea, or general inquiry, please email ryan@alexandriabrief.com.
Corrections: If you see an error, please email ryan@alexandriabrief.com.
Social Media
Bluesky: @alexandriabrief
Facebook: alexandriabrief
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Tips & Submissions
I rely on Alexandria residents to help identify stories that matter to our community.
Submit a Story Tip
Have a story idea? See something newsworthy? Know about an upcoming decision?
Email: ryan@alexandriabrief.com Phone: 703-283-0790
Confidentiality
I respect source confidentiality. If you need to share information off the record or anonymously, indicate that clearly when you contact me.
What Makes a Good Tip
- City council or school board decisions
- Development projects affecting neighborhoods
- Public safety concerns
- Community events or initiatives
- Government accountability issues
- Local business news
- Quality of life issues
Response Time
I review all tips and aim to respond within 48 hours. Not every tip becomes a story, but I appreciate all community input.
Anonymous Tips
For sensitive information, you can:
- Contact me on Signal at RyanBelmore.703.
- Request anonymity in your message.
Documents & Photos
If you have relevant documents, photos, or videos, you can attach them to emails, or we can arrange a secure transfer method.
Letters to the Editor
I currently do not publish letters to the editor, but I welcome feedback and story suggestions from the community.