Opinion

Poll: Did you watch the Olympics this year?

By Vernon Miles
Troy Isley lost against Gleb Bakshi of the Russian Olympic Committee on July 29, 2021. (Courtesy Troy Isley)

The Olympics are coming to an end this Sunday, and it’s been a banner year for Alexandria.

Three T.C. Williams High School grads competed in the Olympics this year, and sprinter Noah Lyles is bringing home a bronze medal for his 200 meter run.

Local businesses featured special Olympics-themed specials — like an Olympic donut at Elizabeth’s Counter — and Alexandria City High School hosted a watch party for the track and field events.

The closing ceremony is scheduled to start at 8 p.m. in Japan (7 a.m. EST).

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About the Author

  • Vernon Miles is the ALXnow cofounder and editor. He's covered Alexandria since 2014 and has been with Local News Now since 2018. When he's not reporting, he can usually be found playing video games or Dungeons and Dragons with friends.