Education
ACPS reports sharp decline in fights, assaults; vaping an ongoing concern
First-semester safety data shows broad improvement across all school levels
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The Alexandria Brief: Friday, Feb. 20
Fire displaces 140 residents at Key Towers; School Board adopts $408M budget with warning; firehouse primary is tomorrow
Education
School Board adopts $408M budget
Language programs preserved; board warns of deeper cuts if city doesn't fund 3.5% request
Public Safety
Fire displaces 140 residents at Key Towers apartment complex
Accidental blaze damages electrical system, cuts power to entire building
Public Safety
Measles exposure reported at Alexandria office building as Virginia cases reach 10
Two adults who traveled together are latest confirmed cases in ongoing northern Virginia outbreak
Community & Culture
Can a museum visit make you a better citizen? Alexandria thinks its data has an answer
A new national survey finds OHA museums boost civic pride and community connection — though experts note the study relies on self-reported responses
Government & Politics
Pro-housing group ranks council candidates ahead of Saturday primary
YIMBYs of Northern Virginia releases scores as forum raises questions about two candidates' positions
Business
Tourism officials flag economic headwinds, shifting traveler habits as Alexandria enters 2026
Canadian visitation is down sharply, leisure travel expectations have softened, and a 'K-shaped economy' is reshaping who is spending on travel
Community & Culture
Visit Alexandria unveils 'Unlock Your Story' marketing campaign at annual industry event
The new effort, revealed Thursday morning at the George Washington Masonic National Memorial, aims to broaden perceptions of the city beyond its historic reputation
Community & Culture
What's happening in Alexandria this weekend: Feb. 20-22
Democrats head to the polls, School of Rock, Black History Month celebrations continue, and more.
Newsletter
Publisher's note: Understanding the Braddock Road corridor improvements project
A guide to what's being proposed, what residents are saying, and what questions remain ahead of Monday's hearing
Development
Community Lodgings secures $2.5M state award to advance Elbert Ave. affordable housing development
The HOME-ARP grant helps Community Lodgings finalize financing for a 94-unit project in Arlandria-Chirilagua, with construction set to begin this spring