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
Business
Small businesses, commercial activity, economic development, and the entrepreneurs and companies shaping Alexandria's economy.
Wells Fargo announces $500,000 grant to Alexandria nonprofit at N. Washington Street branch reopening
The grant will support the Society for Financial Education and Professional Development's financial literacy programs at HBCUs and communities worldwide
Lost Boy Cider founder feels the squeeze as tariff costs mount
Alexandria cidery among small businesses nationwide awaiting Supreme Court ruling on legality of emergency import taxes
Del Ray Hardware wins 2026 Heart of Del Ray Award
Portlances transformed neighborhood staple after taking over in 2024
Alexandria joins Arlington in launching National Innovation Quarter
The new nonprofit aims to be 'connective tissue' for the region's defense tech and startup ecosystem, with a $5 million budget over three years.
Your Dog's Best Friends owner apologizes, says he 'misjudged' groomer convicted of animal abuse
Paul Haire says he watched video of dog's death and believed it was a heart attack; asks community for forgiveness
Chamber ALX announces panel for 2026 Women's Leadership Forum
Leaders from SHRM, Virginia Tech, Alexandria Police Department and more to headline March 13 event at The Westin
Business Brief: Amazon Fresh, CVS close on Richmond Highway; Bombay Canteen opening on Eisenhower; and more
Crooked Beat Records leaving Del Ray; Alexandria Restaurant Week extended through Feb. 8; Burke & Herbert acquisition details emerge
Del Ray Farmers Market cancelled Saturday for first time in over 30 years
Ice storm conditions forced 100 dump truck loads of ice to be hauled out of Del Ray alone
CVS on Richmond Highway closes permanently
The store and pharmacy closure is part of CVS's ongoing nationwide restructuring, which has shuttered more than 900 locations since 2022.
Amazon Fresh at Potomac Yard to close
Richmond Highway store opened in July 2024 to long-awaited fanfare; company shifting investment to Whole Foods
Crooked Beat Records to close Mt. Vernon Avenue location, plans new store
Last day at Del Ray shop will be Jan. 31
Little Theatre of Alexandria earns 24 WATCH award nominations for 2025 season
Historic community theater among top contenders at 24th annual ceremony March 22
Business Brief: Upscale bodybuilding gym proposed for S. Patrick Street; restaurant and market proposed at Watergate at Landmark; and more
The Commodore bringing 'five-star dive bar' to Old Town; Hotel Heron joins Hilton's Curio Collection; two restaurant weeks start next week
Business Brief: Wonder opens in Potomac Yard; Old Town Farmers' Market moves to new location; and more
Five Alexandria restaurants make most anticipated list; Arielle Shoshana opening in Old Town; Pillar Wealth Partners relocating to Old Town
Business Brief: Wonder opening in Potomac Yard; Del Ray 7-Eleven sells $1M lottery ticket; and more
Burke & Herbert acquiring Pa. bank; Mudhouse Coffee nearing opening; Van Leeuwen, Life Alive coming to King Street