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City Wants Feedback on Paving Schedule — “The City will be paving: *Braddock Road (from King Street to Russell Road) *Montrose Avenue (from East Raymond Avenue to Richmond Highway) *Richenbacher Avenue (from North Van Dorn Street to North Pickett Street) …and we would like your feedback!” [Twitter]

Collective Bargaining Ordinance Proposed In Alexandria — “Collective bargaining had existed in 19 Virginia localities, including Alexandria, until a 1977 Virginia Supreme Court ruling stopped local governments from collective bargaining with their employees. On May 1, 2021, A Virginia law will take effect allowing counties, cities and towns to adopt ordinances to recognize labor unions or employee associations as a bargaining unit and enter into collective bargaining.” [Patch]

Friday is Bike to Work Day — “GoAlex is excited to host Winter Bike to Work Day in Alexandria for the first time! Stop by this Fri., Feb. 12 to get 50% off a hot beverage at Swing’s Coffee from 7 a.m. – 9 a.m ” [Twitter]

Today’s Weather — “Cloudy skies early, followed by partial clearing. High 51F. Winds W at 5 to 10 mph… Partly cloudy early with increasing clouds overnight. Low near 30F. Winds NNW at 5 to 10 mph.” [Weather.com]

New Job: Professional Newborn Nanny — “Seeking candidates who are outgoing, energetic, self-motivated and passionate, service heart and actively engaging with the children’s activities and learning. Candidates must have 5+ years newborn care experience. (NCS Certificate preferred)” [Indeed]

About the Author

  • Reporter James Cullum has spent nearly 20 years covering Northern Virginia. He began working with ALXnow in 2020, and has covered every story under the sun for the publication, from investigative stories to features and photo galleries. His work includes coverage of national and international situations, as well as from the White House, Capitol, Pentagon, Supreme Court and State Department. He's covered protests and riots throughout the U.S. (including the Jan. 6 riot at the U.S. Capitol), in addition to earthquake-ridden Haiti, Western Sahara in North Africa and war-torn South Sudan. He has photographed presidents and other world leaders, celebrities and famous musicians, and excels under pressure.