On This Day in Alexandria History — “On June 15, 1775, one day after the Second Continental Congress authorized a Continental Army, Alexandria’s favorite son George Washington, was appointed its Commander in Chief by a unanimous vote of the Congress. Washington accepted the post, and served throughout the war without compensation.” [Historic Alexandria]
Mayor on Last Week’s Power Outages — Mayor Alyia Gaskins noted a peak of 9,910 Dominion Energy customers were without power on Thursday following storms. Storm responses typically activate various city departments to respond to the storm and field calls. For example, police and fire respond to emergencies during the storm, and the city arborist monitors downed trees. Gaskins said the fastest way for residents to get a response to concerns on their properties is through 311. [Mayor Alyia Gaskins/Facebook]
ACPS Summer Break Begins — “That’s a wrap on another great school year! 
Our students have learned and accomplished so much. Enjoy a well-deserved summer break, and we look forward to welcoming everyone back for another amazing school year in the fall.” [ACPS/Facebook]
Work Begins on S. Patrick Street Median Project — “Construction work on the South Patrick Street Median Improvement Project will begin Monday, June 15 (weather permitting) between Wolfe Street and Jefferson Street. The first activities taking place will include locating underground utilities and placing traffic control measures in the project area. During the construction phase, work hours will be Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. and Saturday from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Work on the project is expected to finish by late 2027.” [Alexandria T&ES]
Four Mile Run Conservancy Wins Keep Virginia Beautiful Grant — “Four Mile Run Conservancy will use the funding to support its summer kayak clean-up season. Last year alone, the nonprofit removed over 4,500 pounds of litter from lower Four Mile Run. Funds will be spent on cleanup supplies, food for volunteers, and first-aid materials.” [Four Mile Run Conservancy news release]
Special Apothecary Museum Tour on Poisons Offered — “Tickets are now available for the Poisons at the Apothecary Museum specialty tour, offered on Sundays, June 21, July 5, and July 12, from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. at the Stabler-Leadbeater Apothecary Museum … This one-hour guided tour explores several different types of poisons, their historic uses at the Apothecary, and what we know today. Recommended for adults, the program offers a fascinating look at the history of medicine and pharmacy.” [Historic Alexandria]
Virginia House Budget Supported by Gov. Spanberger — “The updated spending plan no longer includes environmental standards data centers would need to meet in order to be exempted from the state’s sales and use tax, an issue that has stalled budget negotiations for weeks and sparked speculation about a government shutdown if the parties can’t finalize the budget by June 30.” [Virginia Mercury]
Trump Name Removed from Kennedy Center — “President Donald Trump’s name was officially removed from the Kennedy Center’s facade Saturday afternoon — but now a tarp is concealing the updated signage. Matt Floca, executive director and chief operating officer of the performing arts venue, told a federal court Saturday that the institution had complied with an order to remove Trump’s name from the facade.” [WTOP]
Public Comment Period on Triumphal Arch Open Through June 15 — NPS will accept public comments on the proposed arch at Memorial Circle. [National Park Service]
It’s Monday — Expect sunny skies with a high near 80 degrees and a northwest wind blowing at 9 to 11 mph, with gusts reaching up to 20 mph. Monday night will be mostly clear, with temperatures dropping to around 60 degrees and a northwest wind at 5 to 8 mph. [NWS]
