ALXnow

Since its launch in October 2019, ALXnow.com has become the go-to source for the latest happenings, insights, and activities in Alexandria, Virginia. You can refer to ALXnow as Alexandria Now. It's brought to you by the same locally-owned team behind ARLnow (serving Arlington), Reston Now (covering Reston and Herndon), Tysons Reporter (focused on Tysons, McLean, Vienna, and Falls Church), and PoPville (focusing on D.C.). ALXnow aims to keep our community connected and informed — catering to residents, workers, business owners, and visitors — through timely local news and stunning photography. Our reporting encompasses local government, development projects, business openings and closures, breaking news, community matters, as well as local weather and traffic updates. We cover the City of Alexandria and the Huntington neighborhood in Fairfax County.

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Agenda Alexandria to examine local election history and future during May program

4 days ago | alxnow.com | Ryan Belmore

Agenda Alexandria is gearing up for its May program, which will examine Alexandria’s elections past, present, and future. The event, which will be held at 7 p.m. on May 19 at Virginia Theological Seminary, will be moderated by Michael Pope and feature a panel of experts, including Liz White, executive director of UpVote, Jeff Schapiro, longtime columnist with the Richmond Times-Dispatch, and Scott Vierick, historian from the Alexandria Historical Society.
Notes: Explore sustainability and green living today at Alexandria’s Eco-City Festival

4 days ago | alxnow.com | Ryan Belmore

Good Saturday morning, Alexandria!⛈️ Today’s weather: Sunny, with a high near 75 degrees. Northwest wind 8 to 14 mph, with gusts as high as 23 mph. Partly cloudy tonight, with a low around 56 degrees. Southwest wind 3 to 5 mph. 🚨 You need to knowBen Brenman Park will be buzzing with activity today as Alexandria hosts its Eco-City Festival. From 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., residents can enjoy this free, family-friendly event that showcases sustainable programs and teaches eco-friendly practices.
BREAKING: ‘Shocking’ verdict after Alexandria Police Department officer awarded full compensatory damages in racial discrimination lawsuit against the city | ALXnow

5 days ago | alxnow.com | James Cullum

An Alexandria Police Department officer has been awarded full compensatory damages in his a racial discrimination lawsuit against the city. Delton Goodrum and his family erupted in tears of joy after the verdict was read.
ALXnow’s top stories this week in Alexandria

5 days ago | alxnow.com | James Cullum

Welcome to Friday! Here’s a look back at our most-read stories of the week. Our top story this week is on Episcopal High School being named a training site for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. To accommodate an international soccer team with a home-away-from-home atmosphere, the private school is askingthe city for permission to install field lighting with 47 light poles between 40-to-100-feet-tall.
What’s on the Docket: Alexandria City Council Legislative Meeting on May 13

5 days ago | alxnow.com | Ryan Belmore

The Alexandria City Council is set to take the next steps in amending its noise ordinance to ban gas-powered leaf blowers. The proposed changes will be introduced during the council’s May 13 legislative meeting and will move forward for further consideration. The leaf blower ban is just one of several items on the council’s agenda, which also includes review of grant applications, appointments to various boards and commissions, and financial reports.
Alexandria City Public Schools names Principal and Teacher of the Year

5 days ago | alxnow.com | James Cullum

Teaching kids is challenging, and on Thursday (May 8) Alexandria City Public Schools named two of its best the principal and teacher of the year. School Board Chair Michelle Rief and Superintendent Melanie Kay-Wyatt presented the awards to Naomi L. Brooks Elementary School Principal Suzanne M. Hess and James K. Polk Elementary School third-grade teacher Sharon Phox. Rief said that Hess excels at creating a welcome environment for her students.
Facing backlash, School Board shelves editorial oversight changes to Alexandria City High School’s student publications

5 days ago | alxnow.com | James Cullum

What started as a simple policy change has erupted in a full-blown fight over the First Amendment in Alexandria City Public Schools. Facing backlash from city leaders, the Alexandria School Board officially went back to the drawing board Thursday night (May 8), by announcing that its intended policy changes on the oversight of Alexandria City High School’s student publications have been put on hold.
Mayor Gaskins calls for “bold and creative thinking” as leaders gather at Alexandria Economic Summit

6 days ago | alxnow.com | Ryan Belmore

Alexandria’s economic leaders and city officials are charting a new course for the city’s economic future at the Alexandria Economic Summit, which began at 3 pm on Thursday (May 8) at the Westin Alexandria. The summit, described as a continuation of similar efforts from 2007, brings together city leaders, business representatives, and economic development experts to create a comprehensive strategy for Alexandria’s growth.
Alexandria Commonwealth’s Attorney Bryan Porter faces no opposition in his fourth consecutive election

6 days ago | alxnow.com | James Cullum

Alexandria’s Commonwealth Attorney Bryan Porter isn’t facing opposition this November. In fact, Porter has never faced opposition in any of his elections. He took office in 2014 and spent his first two years consumed with the prosecution of Alexandria serial killer Charles Severance. Porter later wrote a book about the experience. “The upcoming election isn’t a referendum on my office,” Porter told ALXnow.
Alexandria’s Summer Lineup: Pride, jazz, history, and more await

6 days ago | alxnow.com | Ryan Belmore

Summer in Alexandria is set to sizzle with an eclectic mix of festivals, cultural celebrations, and vibrant community gatherings, as Visit Alexandria unveiled today (May 8) a packed schedule designed to draw residents and visitors alike.