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
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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I currently do not publish letters to the editor, but I welcome feedback and story suggestions from the community.