Opinion

Poll: Has the Omicron variant impacted your holiday travel plans?

Has the spread of the COVID-19 Omicron variant affected your holiday plans?

The Omicron variant accounts for 73% of new coronavirus infections, federal officials said last week. In Alexandria, the city saw roughly 800 new reported cases within a week, though some of that comes from record-high levels of COVID testing ahead of the holidays.

For families with children that travel, ACPS is asking that they get tested after returning — though finding tests has become increasingly challenging.

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.