On This Day: Ford Plant Opened in Alexandria — On this day in 1932, a Ford Motor Company plant employing 225 men opened at the foot of Franklin Street along Alexandria’s waterfront. The structure, designed by Albert Kahn, featured yellow-glazed brick, a saw-tooth roof, and Art Deco elements. In the 1990s, the property was demolished and developed into Ford’s Landing residential community. [Historic Alexandria]
School Board Reviews Advisory Processes, Legislative Priorities — The Alexandria City Public Schools Board reviewed updated advisory committee processes and discussed legislative priorities for the 2026 General Assembly session during a work session on Thursday evening. [ALXnow]
AG Candidates Clash in Debate Over Text Messages, Policy — Virginia Republican Attorney General Jason Miyares and Democratic challenger Jay Jones squabbled over a host of lawyerly issues on Thursday in their first and only debate: criminal prosecutions, consumer protection, and unlawful discrimination. But one matter overshadowed it all: Jones’ leaked text messages endorsing political violence toward a former colleague. [ALXnow]
Masked Trio Attempts Home Break-In — Alexandria police are searching for three masked individuals who allegedly threatened a family and attempted to break into their home near Duke and South Jordan streets Tuesday evening. [ALXnow]
Colonial Ship Behind Old Town Bar Showcases US History — The Tall Ship Providence, parked behind an Old Town Alexandria bar, represents an often forgotten piece of colonial history. The vessel was even used in the filming of “Pirates of the Caribbean,” though its historical significance predates Hollywood. [WTOP]
Man Arrested After I-395 Chase Ends in Shirlington — A Baltimore man is facing multiple charges after a police chase ended in Shirlington late Thursday afternoon. The chase started on northbound I-395 around 4:15 p.m. after a Virginia State Police trooper spotted a car that had earlier run from Alexandria police. [ARLnow]
Pak Soii Izakaya Opens in Del Ray Today — After months of interior renovations, Pak Soii Izakaya and Bar is soft-opening today at 1909 Mount Vernon Avenue in Del Ray. [ALXnow]
What’s Happening This Weekend in Alexandria — Discover all that’s happening for events, entertainment, and live music around Alexandria this weekend, Thursday, October 16, through Sunday, October 19. [ALXnow]
It’s Friday — Expect sunny skies and a high of 63 degrees with a northwest 6-to-8-mph wind during the day. On Friday night, the sky will be mostly clear with a low temperature of around 46 degrees, accompanied by calm wind conditions. [NWS]
