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Waterskiing Santa says no show this year — “After ramping up for a live show this year, Waterskiing Santa and His Merry Crew expressed sadness late on Wednesday, December 22, 2021 that ‘We are very sorry to inform you that all Alexandria Events have been canceled.'” [Zebra]

COVID tests in VA are in short supply: here’s how to get one — “Locations across Virginia are running out COVID test kits as the demand increases from people who want to safely attend holiday gatherings.” [Patch]

Sailor Brianna McDowell wishes her family in Alexandria a Happy Holiday — “Sailors help maintain America’s advantage at sea. This means they do not always get to celebrate holidays with their loved ones. An Alexandria, Virginia native serving in the United States Navy will celebrate the holidays with her fellow sailors aboard USS Harry Truman.” [Zebra]

Washington Football Team searching for Northern Virginia stadium location — “Washington Football Team officials have been meeting with Virginia legislators to seek support for a plan to build a stadium and vast commercial complex in Northern Virginia, according to five people with knowledge of the effort.” [Washington Post]

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.