Good Wednesday morning, Alexandria!
☀️ Today’s weather: Sunny, with a high near 88 degrees. South wind 5 to 10 mph. Increasing clouds tonight, with a low of around 66 degrees. South wind 3 to 8 mph.
🚨 You need to know
Levar Stoney, a Democratic candidate for Lieutenant Governor, will rally in Alexandria on Saturday with former Governor Terry McAuliffe, Mayor Alyia Gaskins, Fairfax Commonwealth’s Attorney Steve Descano, and more. The event is set for 1 p.m. at 500 Montgomery Street.
Stoney is one of six Democratic candidates that voters will choose from in the June 17 primary election. The other candidates are Babur B. Lateef, Aaron R. Rouse, Victor R. Salgado, Ghazala F. Hashmi, and Alexander J. Bastani.
Voters are also choosing between two contenders in the Attorney General Democratic Primary – Shannon L. Taylor or Jay C. Jones.
Early voting is available at the Alexandria Voter Registration Office (132 N. Royal St., Suite 100) Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. As election day approaches, the office will offer extended hours and weekend voting options. Starting June 6, Charles Beatley Jr. Central Library will also serve as an early voting location. Check the city’s election website for specific hours.
The Democratic Primary winner will face off against Republican nominee John Reid in the General Election.
Here’s what else you need to know
🔥 On this day in 1870, the Friendship Firehouse on South Alfred Street (built 1855) was reported to be in structurally unsound condition, requiring the removal of all fire equipment stored in the building.
🖥️ HRP Group is hosting its 18th virtual community meeting on June 9, at 6:30 p.m. to discuss the redevelopment of the Potomac River Generating Station property.
⚽ Alexandria is set to host Al Ain FC from the United Arab Emirates as an official Team Base Camp for the FIFA Club World Cup 2025™.
📺 The Art League in Alexandria was featured in WUSA9’s latest ‘The Heart of It’ series – Inured veterans take solace in new Virginia art program.
🍔 After three weeks of cancellations due to weather, it looks like the City of Alexandria is finally going to get a scheduled Community Cookout in. Head for the Southern Towers (4900 Seminary Road) for an opportunity to connect with neighbors, enjoy free food, games, activities, and giveaways, and learn more about the wide range of services and programs offered by City agencies.
🚏The Northern Virginia Transportation Commission will approve a response to DMVMoves recent discussions, appoint new members of the Metro Board of Directors and be asked to approve 14 proposed projects designed to reduce traffic congestion in the I-395/95 corridor at their monthly meeting on Thursday.
🧶 Alexandria is gearing up for its annual Make in Public Day on Sunday (June 8).
📈 Tuesday’s most read
The following are the most-read ALXnow articles for Jun 3, 2025.
- Check out the concept designs for Waterfront Taco Factory in Old Town (985 views)
- Alexandria scores as FIFA Club World Cup 2025 Team Base Camp (873 views)
- Notes: Alexandria shines a spotlight on Black history and culture with Juneteenth festivities and more (372 views)
📅 Upcoming events
Here’s what’s happening today in Alexandria, as per our newsletter and event calendar.
Things To Do
- 5:30 p.m.: Michter’s & Mingle at King & Rye
- 6 p.m.: Global Running Day 5k & 10 K at Port City Brewing
- 6:30 p.m.: Cooking Class at Aslin ALX
- 6:30 p.m.: Sushi & Cider at Lost Boy Cider
Live Music & Entertainment
- 219 Restaurant: Bill Pappas Project at 9 p.m.
- Augie’s Mussel House: Live music at 5 p.m.
- Hops N Shine: Trivia at 6:30 p.m.
- Laporta’s Restaurant: Steve Ragsdale at 6 p.m.
- Murphy’s Grand Irish Pub: Kenny Kohlhaas at 8:30 p.m.
- Port City Brewing: Bluegrass Jam Night at 7 p.m.
- Rock It Grill: Karaoke at 9:30 p.m.
- The Birchmere: Scott Thompson is Buddy Cole at 7:30 p.m.
City of Alexandria Events & Public Meetings
- 6 p.m.: City of Alexandria Community Cookout
- 7 p.m.: Planning Commission Regular Monthly Meeting
- 7 p.m.: Independent Community Policing Review Board
Organizing an event? Submit your event to ALXnow’s Event Calendar.
