Frank Fannon wants to bring balance back to the Alexandria City Council
The independent candidate and former council member sat down with the Alexandria Brief Tuesday ahead of early voting, which begins Friday.
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City council, budget decisions, policy debates, elections, campaigns, and the political decisions shaping Alexandria.
Redistricting would keep Alexandria in the 8th — and remake it
Virginia's proposed 10-1 congressional map keeps Alexandria in the 8th District. But the district it would belong to would bear little resemblance to the one Alexandrians know today.
First chance for public to comment on FY 2027 budget comes Monday
City Council opens public comment on Parajon's FY 2027 spending plan before weeks of work sessions ahead
This week in Alexandria: Budget talks, housing plan, and a St. Patrick's Day parade
City Council and the School Board meet jointly Wednesday to review ACPS's FY2027 spending request, the Planning Commission opens a discussion on long-range housing policy, and Old Town celebrates the weekend
Sandy Marks to sit down with Alexandria Brief for live interview ahead of April 21 special election
The Democratic nominee joins publisher Ryan Belmore Tuesday at 1 p.m. Watch live or catch it afterward as video, podcast, or transcript.
Alison Virginia O'Connell to sit down with Alexandria Brief for live interview ahead of April 21 special election
The independent candidate joins publisher Ryan Belmore Wednesday at 3 p.m. Watch live or catch it afterward as video, podcast, or transcript.
Frank Fannon to sit down with Alexandria Brief for live interview ahead of April 21 special election
The independent candidate joins publisher Ryan Belmore Tuesday at noon. Watch live or catch it afterward as video, podcast, or transcript.
Three candidates certified for April 21 Alexandria City Council special election
Sandy Marks, Frank Fannon, and Alison Virginia O'Connell will appear on the ballot, according to the city's general registrar.
Richmond decisions could reshape Alexandria's budget — for better or worse
Work session reveals WMATA funding crisis, potential school construction tax, and unresolved state variables as budget process advances
Coalition for a Livable Alexandria raises $28,000 to fund zoning lawsuit appeal
Group avoids hourly billing that could have tripled legal costs
ACPS parent groups call proposed 1.5% schools funding increase insufficient
Umbrella PTA council calls 1.5% proposal insufficient; urges families to submit public comment before March 9 hearing
Warner, Kaine endorse Beyer's reelection bid in Virginia's 8th
Virginia's two U.S. senators back seven-term incumbent as Democratic primary field grows ahead of June 16 contest
Two independents file for Alexandria City Council special election
Frank Fannon and Alison Virginia O'Connell have submitted petition pages to the registrar's office. The filing deadline is 5 p.m. Friday.
Republican nominee withdraws from Alexandria City Council race, citing financial disclosure requirements
Gerry Chandler texted the Alexandria Brief Thursday afternoon to say he has pulled out — the day before the filing deadline. The ARCC has confirmed it will not name a replacement.
Mayor Gaskins: City will present waterfront flood mitigation alternatives in March
Mayor addresses NPS reversal, says pump station 'was being considered' but work on resilience must continue
Alexandria voters face three more election days in 2026 — here's what you need to know
Your complete Alexandria voting guide for 2026 and beyond