Busy week with big things afoot in Alexandria.
Plans for the GenOn power plant and the redevelopment of Minnie Howard are moving forward through the city review process, with both projects working out the details on how to make them more pedestrian and cyclist-friendly.
It was also a busy week in terms of local crime. A pair of Fairfax residents were arrested for the murder of an Alexandria man, and another local man was convicted of a 2019 rape.
Top stories
- Alexandria man convicted of raping coworker
- Woman apprehended after allegedly slamming 19-month-old boy to ground at Inova Alexandria Hospital
- BREAKING: Alexandria man murdered in Lincolnia, Fairfax County man and juvenile arrested
- JUST IN: Sheriff says deputy was wrong in interaction with YouTuber filming outside city jail
- ACPS receives 88,000 KN95 masks after ignoring Governor Youngkin executive order
- Suspect not charged for West End shooting, arrested for other gun-related offenses
- Goth overhaul and rebranding planned for North Old Town Holiday Inn
- A bunch of new restaurants are coming to Alexandria this year
- Restaurant Depot plans expansion in Alexandria into neighboring open space
- Matt & Tony’s to open at former Charlie’s On The Avenue at the end of March
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Time flies when you’re having fun! The T.C. Williams High School Class of 1973 will hold its 50th reunion July 21-23, 2023 in Alexandria. All graduates and their adult nears and dears are welcome. Events include a Friday evening icebreaker, Saturday dinner dance, and a Sunday brunch. For more information: tcwilliams73.com, 770.789.3534.
Spring Fling at Rising Sol Yoga School
Join us for a day of FREE hot yoga. Experience our class styles and meet our teachers. Buy a bite at the Bake Sale to benefit The Carpenter’s Shelter, peruse some special vendors, take advantage of in-person only discounts on