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Alexandria School Board holds first 2026 meeting
Alexandria School Board holds first 2026 meeting
Superintendent recognized as District of Distinction finalist; board enters closed session to discuss personnel, legal matters
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January 9, 2026 at 1:51 AM
Alexandria School Board holds first 2026 meeting
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Alexandria City Council meetings have a new home! Starting on Tuesday, January 13 and for the duration of the City Hall renovation, Alexandria CIty Council meetings will be held at the Del Pepper Community Resource Center (4850 Mark Center Dr.). https://youtube.com/shorts/8tgCk6rypFQ?feature=share
New Alexandria City Council Chamber Walkthrough
YouTube video by City of Alexandria, VA
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January 8, 2026 at 6:07 PM
Alexandria City Council meetings have a new home! Starting on Tuesday, January 13 and for the duration of the City Hall renovation, Alexandria CIty Council meetings will be held at the Del Pepper Community Resource Center (4850 Mark Center Dr.). https://youtube.com/shorts/8tgCk6rypFQ?feature=share
Video: Alexandria Mayor Alyia Gaskins joined Fox 5 DC. Earlier today.
Talk of the Town: Alexandria
Alexandria Mayor Alyia Gaskins joined Fox 5 DC.
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January 8, 2026 at 4:58 PM
Video: Alexandria Mayor Alyia Gaskins joined Fox 5 DC. Earlier today.
Warner calls for accountability in ICE shooting, backs war powers resolution on Venezuela
Warner calls for accountability in ICE shooting, backs war powers resolution on Venezuela
Senator to vote for Kaine resolution, calls national security justification for wind project halt 'baloney'
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January 8, 2026 at 4:38 PM
Warner calls for accountability in ICE shooting, backs war powers resolution on Venezuela
This weekend in Alexandria: Jan. 9-11
This weekend in Alexandria: Jan. 9-11
Brave the rain for farmers markets, live music and a new attraction at Potomac Yard
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January 8, 2026 at 3:31 PM
This weekend in Alexandria: Jan. 9-11
Theogony - Photos: JROTC’s Annual Military Ball Celebrates Military Tradition
JROTC’s Annual Military Ball Celebrates Military Tradition
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January 8, 2026 at 1:22 PM
Theogony - Photos: JROTC’s Annual Military Ball Celebrates Military Tradition
The Alexandria City School Board will hold its first meeting of 2026 this evening. Here’s a look at what’s on the docket.
Alexandria school board to update member assignments, review federal funding plan Thursday
Kelly Carmichael Booz and Alexander Crider Scioscia will receive new committee assignments; board to consider $43,347 in Title I services for eight private schools
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January 8, 2026 at 1:17 PM
The Alexandria City School Board will hold its first meeting of 2026 this evening. Here’s a look at what’s on the docket.
The city’s Department of Planning & Zoning will hold a virtual community update tonight at 6 p.m. to discuss ongoing development projects and planning initiatives.
Alexandria planning department to host virtual meeting on development, housing initiatives
Jan. 8 session will cover stormwater reviews, Duke Street planning and proposed zoning changes
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January 8, 2026 at 1:16 PM
The city’s Department of Planning & Zoning will hold a virtual community update tonight at 6 p.m. to discuss ongoing development projects and planning initiatives.
The city will host a virtual community meeting tonight at 7 p.m. to discuss the upcoming City Hall renovation project.
City to outline City Hall renovation plans at Jan. 8 virtual meeting
Session will cover construction schedule, parking and transportation impacts
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January 8, 2026 at 1:15 PM
The city will host a virtual community meeting tonight at 7 p.m. to discuss the upcoming City Hall renovation project.
[AlertDC] Woodrow Wilson Bridge Management reports there will be bridge openings on Thursday, January 8, 2026, 10PM through 5AM on Friday, January 9, 2026, weather permitting. During this time, there will be multiple bridge openings and intermittent traffic stops.
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January 8, 2026 at 1:08 PM
[AlertDC] Woodrow Wilson Bridge Management reports there will be bridge openings on Thursday, January 8, 2026, 10PM through 5AM on Friday, January 9, 2026, weather permitting. During this time, there will be multiple bridge openings and intermittent traffic stops.
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The Alexandria Brief: Thursday, January 8
The Alexandria Brief: Thursday, January 8
One resignation, three races? Plus restaurant weeks and a farmers market on the move
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January 8, 2026 at 11:55 AM
The Alexandria Brief: Thursday, January 8
Del. Elizabeth Bennett-Parker and former Del. Mark Levine both announce bids for District seat within hours of Ebbin's announcement
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State Sen. Adam Ebbin to resign, join Spanberger administration
Del. Elizabeth Bennett-Parker and former Del. Mark Levine both announce bids for 39th District seat within hours of Ebbin's announcement
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January 8, 2026 at 2:35 AM
Del. Elizabeth Bennett-Parker and former Del. Mark Levine both announce bids for District seat within hours of Ebbin's announcement
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How does the City review development projects — and what’s coming next?
Join the January Planning & Zoning Virtual Update to learn about stormwater reviews, Duke Street land use planning, Housing 2040, redevelopment projects under review, and proposed zoning changes. alexandriava.gov/go/6910
Join the January Planning & Zoning Virtual Update to learn about stormwater reviews, Duke Street land use planning, Housing 2040, redevelopment projects under review, and proposed zoning changes. alexandriava.gov/go/6910
January 2, 2026 at 8:54 PM
How does the City review development projects — and what’s coming next?
Join the January Planning & Zoning Virtual Update to learn about stormwater reviews, Duke Street land use planning, Housing 2040, redevelopment projects under review, and proposed zoning changes. alexandriava.gov/go/6910
Join the January Planning & Zoning Virtual Update to learn about stormwater reviews, Duke Street land use planning, Housing 2040, redevelopment projects under review, and proposed zoning changes. alexandriava.gov/go/6910
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The same market you love, right next door.
Next Saturday, January 10, 2026, the Old Town Farmers' Market will move to Tavern Square and N. Royal St. during City Hall and Market Square renovations.
More information at alexandriava.gov/OldTownFarmersMarket
Next Saturday, January 10, 2026, the Old Town Farmers' Market will move to Tavern Square and N. Royal St. during City Hall and Market Square renovations.
More information at alexandriava.gov/OldTownFarmersMarket
January 3, 2026 at 9:02 PM
The same market you love, right next door.
Next Saturday, January 10, 2026, the Old Town Farmers' Market will move to Tavern Square and N. Royal St. during City Hall and Market Square renovations.
More information at alexandriava.gov/OldTownFarmersMarket
Next Saturday, January 10, 2026, the Old Town Farmers' Market will move to Tavern Square and N. Royal St. during City Hall and Market Square renovations.
More information at alexandriava.gov/OldTownFarmersMarket
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If all three special elections occur, Alexandria voters could head to the polls four times in 2026.
Worked on this for a bit today. Almost had it timed perfectly with the announcements. So close.
Get ready to vote several times in 2026.
Get ready to vote several times in 2026.
State Sen. Adam Ebbin to resign, join Spanberger administration
January 7, 2026 at 11:15 PM
If all three special elections occur, Alexandria voters could head to the polls four times in 2026.
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Worked on this for a bit today. Almost had it timed perfectly with the announcements. So close.
Get ready to vote several times in 2026.
Get ready to vote several times in 2026.
State Sen. Adam Ebbin to resign, join Spanberger administration
State Sen. Adam Ebbin to resign, join Spanberger administration
Del. Elizabeth Bennett-Parker announces bid for 39th District special election hours after Ebbin's announcement
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January 7, 2026 at 11:05 PM
Worked on this for a bit today. Almost had it timed perfectly with the announcements. So close.
Get ready to vote several times in 2026.
Get ready to vote several times in 2026.
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This story has been updated with an update regarding Alexandria City Councilman R. Kirk McPike, who announced on social media that he is “strongly considering” running for Bennett-Parker’s House seat should she win the Senate race.
State Sen. Adam Ebbin to resign, join Spanberger administration
State Sen. Adam Ebbin to resign, join Spanberger administration
Del. Elizabeth Bennett-Parker announces bid for 39th District special election hours after Ebbin's announcement
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January 7, 2026 at 11:10 PM
This story has been updated with an update regarding Alexandria City Councilman R. Kirk McPike, who announced on social media that he is “strongly considering” running for Bennett-Parker’s House seat should she win the Senate race.
A driver was injured in a crash near the 4500 block of Seminary Road this afternoon. APD says the driver sustained an apparent accidental gunshot wound & was taken to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. The incident is under investigation. x.com/AlexandriaVA...
January 7, 2026 at 10:51 PM
A driver was injured in a crash near the 4500 block of Seminary Road this afternoon. APD says the driver sustained an apparent accidental gunshot wound & was taken to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. The incident is under investigation. x.com/AlexandriaVA...
State Sen. Adam Ebbin to resign, join Spanberger administration
State Sen. Adam Ebbin to resign, join Spanberger administration
Del. Elizabeth Bennett-Parker announces bid for 39th District special election hours after Ebbin's announcement
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January 7, 2026 at 10:45 PM
State Sen. Adam Ebbin to resign, join Spanberger administration
DC News Now: Amazon delivery truck found in parking lot after being stolen in Alexandria, police say www.dcnewsnow.com/news/local-n...
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January 7, 2026 at 10:06 PM
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Two restaurant weeks coming to Alexandria later this month
Two restaurant weeks coming to Alexandria later this month
Metropolitan Washington event runs Jan. 19-25; Alexandria Restaurant Week follows Jan. 23 through Feb. 1
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January 7, 2026 at 8:03 PM
Two restaurant weeks coming to Alexandria later this month
Old Town Farmers' Market moves to new location Saturday
Old Town Farmers' Market moves to new location Saturday
Nation's oldest continuously operating farmers market relocating to Tavern Square for two to three years during $123.6 million project
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January 7, 2026 at 7:50 PM
Old Town Farmers' Market moves to new location Saturday
Alexandria Mentoring Partnership marks 20th anniversary during January mentoring month
Alexandria Mentoring Partnership marks 20th anniversary during January mentoring month
City to issue proclamation as organization hosts info sessions, library events
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January 7, 2026 at 4:51 PM
Alexandria Mentoring Partnership marks 20th anniversary during January mentoring month