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ALXnow @alxnow.bsky.social · 1m

City Hall renovation plans head to review board

City Hall renovation plans head to review board | ALXnow

With construction expected to start next year, plans to demolish and encapsulate City Hall are heading to the city's Board of Architectural Review. Development plans call for City Hall (301 King Street)...

ALXnow @alxnow.bsky.social · 20m

Trump and budget chief Vought are making this a government shutdown unlike any other

Trump and budget chief Vought are making this a government shutdown unlike any other | ALXnow

By LISA MASCARO AP Congressional Correspondent WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump is making this government shutdown unlike any the country has ever seen, enabling his budget office a rare authority...

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Canek Aguirre @canekforcouncil.bsky.social · 1h

Looking forward to joining Amelia Tseng to discuss her new book "Empanadas, Pupusas, and Greens on the Side" which explores how the Latino community forged a new sense of home and identity in Washington.

📅 Tuesday, October 21
🕡 6:30pm
📍 Barrett Library

Join us: alexlibraryva.org/event/14480108

Alexandria Library October 21 Author Talk with Amelia Tseng and Councilman Canek Aguirre

ALXnow @alxnow.bsky.social · 59m

Early voting turnout in Alexandria outpaces 2021 ahead of November election

Early voting turnout in Alexandria outpaces 2021 ahead of November election | ALXnow

Early voting turnout in Alexandria is running well ahead of the 2021 election cycle, with more than 9,600 ballots cast so far for the November general election. As of Oct. 13, Alexandria has recorded...

ALXnow @alxnow.bsky.social · 2h

Registration opens for Saint Rita School 5K and 1K on Nov. 15

Registration opens for Saint Rita School 5K and 1K on Nov. 15 | ALXnow

Get your running shoes ready, because the Saint Rita Catholic School 5K and 1K Kids Fun Run are returning to Alexandria on Saturday, Nov. 15. The races are a fundraiser for the school, and the course...

ALXnow @alxnow.bsky.social · 4h

Alexandria Choral Society singing with Alexandria Children's Chorus on Oct. 26

Alexandria Choral Society singing with Alexandria Children’s Chorus on Oct. 26 | ALXnow

The Alexandria Choral Society is collaborating with the Alexandria Children's Chorus later this month for a concert that invites audiences to listen "with your heart, mind, and spirit." The "Do You Hear...

ALXnow @alxnow.bsky.social · 8h

Warner, Kaine push bill to shield federal workers from evictions, defaults amid shutdown

Warner, Kaine push bill to shield federal workers from evictions, defaults amid shutdown | ALXnow

As the federal government shutdown stretches into its third week, Virginia’s U.S. senators are backing a bid to shield federal workers and contractors from the fallout. Last week, Sens. Mark Warner...

ALXnow @alxnow.bsky.social · 17h

ALXnow Daily Debrief for Oct 13, 2025

ALXnow Daily Debrief for Oct 13, 2025 | ALXnow

Good Monday evening, Alexandria. Let's take a look back at today's stories and a look forward to tomorrow's event calendar. 🕗 News recap The following articles were published earlier today -- Oct 13,...

ALXnow @alxnow.bsky.social · 21h

ACPS seeks 1% sales tax for school construction, end to School Board chair salary cap

ACPS seeks 1% sales tax for school construction, end to School Board chair salary cap | ALXnow

Alexandria City Public Schools supports a 1% local sales tax increase for school construction, in addition to several other legislative priorities that will be discussed at a School Board work session...

ALXnow @alxnow.bsky.social · 22h

Silent reading party with Halloween twist set for Oct. 18 in Old Town

Silent reading party with Halloween twist set for Oct. 18 in Old Town | ALXnow

Settle back with a good book and relax next Saturday, because Hotel AKA Alexandria (625 First Street) is hosting a silent reading party with a Halloween twist on Saturday, Oct 18. Tickets for the event...

ALXnow @alxnow.bsky.social · 23h

Suspect with knife steals cigarettes from West End convenience store

Suspect with knife steals cigarettes from West End convenience store | ALXnow

No injuries were reported after a male with a knife robbed a West End convenience store of cigarettes on Sunday, October 12 A clerk at the 7-Eleven store at 6120 Linconia Road called police after the...

ALXnow @alxnow.bsky.social · 1d

Government shutdown could be the longest ever, Speaker Johnson warns

Government shutdown could be the longest ever, Speaker Johnson warns | ALXnow

By LISA MASCARO AP Congressional Correspondent WASHINGTON (AP) — Republican Speaker Mike Johnson predicted Monday the federal government shutdown may become the longest in history, saying he “won't...

ALXnow @alxnow.bsky.social · 1d

Agenda: Alexandria to discuss the art of civil discourse on Oct. 27

Agenda: Alexandria to discuss the art of civil discourse on Oct. 27 | ALXnow

Is civil discourse a dying art? The topic will be discussed at Agenda: Alexandria's upcoming forum in the city's Carlyle neighborhood on Monday, October 27. Panelists at the event include Pulitzer Prize-winning...

ALXnow @alxnow.bsky.social · 1d

Del Ray Halloween Parade set for Oct. 26

Del Ray Halloween Parade set for Oct. 26 | ALXnow

Get your Halloween costumes ready, because an Alexandria tradition is returning on Sunday, Oct. 26. Thousands of participants are expected at the 29th annual Del Ray Halloween Parade. Every year, Ghostbusters,...

ALXnow @alxnow.bsky.social · 1d

AFD assists in extinguishing house fire in Franconia

AFD assists in extinguishing house fire in Franconia | ALXnow

The Alexandria Fire Department assisted in extinguishing a fire at a home in the 5800 Block of Queens Gate Court in the Franconia area of Fairfax County on Sunday morning (Oct. 12). No injuries were reported....

ALXnow @alxnow.bsky.social · 1d

Driver rescued after crashing into parked tractor-trailer in Alexandria's West End

Driver rescued after crashing into parked tractor-trailer in Alexandria’s West End | ALXnow

The Alexandria Fire Department rescued one person who was pinned in their vehicle after crashing into a parked tractor-trailer in the city's West End on Sunday, Oct. 12. The crash was reported at around...

ALXnow @alxnow.bsky.social · 1d

Alexandria wins state award for budget communications approach

Alexandria wins state award for budget communications approach | ALXnow

The City of Alexandria received a 2025 Innovation Award from the Virginia Municipal League on Sunday for its fiscal year 2026 budget outreach efforts. The award, presented at the VML Annual Conference...

ALXnow @alxnow.bsky.social · 1d

Alexandria Police search for missing 13-year-old girl

Alexandria Police search for missing 13-year-old girl | ALXnow

The Alexandria Police Department is searching for a 13-year-old girl who was reported missing Monday morning. Tajim Hossain was last seen in the 400 block of N. Armistead St., according to a critical...

ALXnow @alxnow.bsky.social · 1d

ACPS seeks community input on naming four campus spaces after local figures

ACPS seeks community input on naming four campus spaces after local figures | ALXnow

Alexandria City Public Schools is asking residents to weigh in on proposals to name four campus spaces after individuals who made significant contributions to the community, with a public poll open through...

ALXnow @alxnow.bsky.social · 3d

Alexandria firefighters shift to 49-hour work week

Alexandria firefighters shift to 49-hour work week | ALXnow

Alexandria firefighters have begun working under a new schedule that reduces their weekly hours from 56 to 49, the culmination of a staffing overhaul that has dramatically improved retention at the fire...

ALXnow @alxnow.bsky.social · 3d

Alexandria Police Department hosts Australian leaders in international exchange

Alexandria Police Department hosts Australian leaders in international exchange | ALXnow

The Alexandria Police Department hosted senior leaders from two Australian law enforcement agencies this week for discussions on building public trust and ethical policing practices. Chief Tarrick McGuire...

ALXnow @alxnow.bsky.social · 3d

West Potomac edges Alexandria City 21-20, ending Titans' undefeated season

West Potomac edges Alexandria City 21-20, ending Titans’ undefeated season | ALXnow

The Alexandria City High School football team couldn't overcome a second-quarter deficit in a 21-20 home loss to West Potomac on Friday night, ending their perfect start to the season. The Titans fell...

ALXnow @alxnow.bsky.social · 3d

Coastal flood advisory issued for Alexandria waterfront

Coastal flood advisory issued for Alexandria waterfront | ALXnow

The National Weather Service has issued a coastal flood advisory for Alexandria's shoreline from midnight Saturday into early Monday morning. Up to one foot of water above ground level is expected in...

ALXnow @alxnow.bsky.social · 3d

One wounded in Eisenhower West shooting

One wounded in Eisenhower West shooting | ALXnow

One person was hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries after a shooting on Friday in the city's West End, police said. The Alexandria Police Department responded to the 2800 block of Telek Place...

ALXnow @alxnow.bsky.social · 3d

ALXnow Daily Debrief for Oct 10, 2025

ALXnow Daily Debrief for Oct 10, 2025 | ALXnow

Good Friday evening, Alexandria. Let's take a look back at today's stories and a look forward to tomorrow's event calendar. 🕗 News recap The following articles were published earlier today -- Oct 10,...