Representatives Question Legality of HUD Move to Alexandria — Three Senate Democrats sent a letter to Housing and Urban Development Secretary Scott Turner demanding answers by April 10 about the agency’s move from D.C. to Alexandria. [Washington Business Journal]
Van Dorn Street Bicyclist and Pedestrian Upgrades Proposed — “The City of Alexandria seeks community input on design concepts for bicycle and pedestrian improvements along S Van Dorn Street between Eisenhower Avenue and McConnell Avenue. The core purpose of the project is to better accommodate people walking and biking along the corridor and improve safety, comfort, and connectivity for bicyclists and pedestrians.” [City of Alexandria]
Alexandria Health Department Releases 2024 Disease Investigation Findings — In 2024, the Alexandria Health Department conducted more than 1,900 investigations aimed at early disease detection and rapid response. Among the trends the department identified: vaccine-preventable diseases rose sharply, mirroring patterns seen across Virginia and the U.S.; sexually transmitted infections remained higher in Alexandria than the statewide rate; and multidrug-resistant organisms continued to pose a public health risk. [Alexandria Health Department]
Metro Celebrates 50 Years — “Friday marks 50 years since Metro first launched a new era of transportation in the National Capital Region. It all began on March 27, 1976, with the first Metro Rail trips carrying customers on the 4.6 miles of Red Line between Rhode Island Avenue and Farragut North.” [WMATA]
Cherry Blossom Peak Bloom Begins — “PEAK BLOOM! PEAK BLOOM! PEAK BLOOM! It’s official! The cherry blossoms are opening & putting on a splendid spring spectacle. See you soon.” [NPS National Mall/X]
Student Representatives to Alexandria City School Board Sought — “Are you interested in representing your fellow students at Alexandria City School Board meetings? Applications for Student Representative to the School Board are open for rising 11th and 12th graders.” [Alexandria City Public Schools/Facebook]
Gender Pay Gap Legislation Heads to Governor — “With Democrats in full control of state government, legislation aimed at closing the gender pay gap is headed to Gov. Abigail Spanberger’s desk, drawing praise from supporters who say it could help level the playing field for working families.” [Virginia Mercury]
No Kings Rally Returns to Alexandria This Weekend — “Indivisible Do Something Alexandria will host the No Kings 3 protest on Saturday, March 28, from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. along northbound Richmond Highway from Powhatan Park to the Potomac Yard Shopping Center.” [ALXnow]
It’s Friday — Expect rain throughout the day with temperatures dropping to 49°F by 5 PM and north winds up to 23 mph. There’s an 80% chance of rain, with 0.1 to 0.25 inches expected. Rain is likely in the evening, mainly before 7 PM, with skies turning partly cloudy overnight and a low of 33°F. Winds will decrease slightly to 18 mph, with a 60% chance of additional light rain. [NWS]
