Board of Architectural Review Meets Tonight — The agenda at 7 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 16 includes a concept review of the proposed townhouses at 330 N. Washington Street and other requests for alterations in the Old and Historic Alexandria District. [City of Alexandria]
Chamber ALX’s Best in Business Nominees Announced — The Best in Business Awards finalists were named in the Micro Business of the Year, Small Business of the Year, Medium Business of the Year, Large Business of the Year, Rising Star Business of the Year and Nonprofit & Association of the Year categories. The 2026 Best in Business Awards, also honoring Business Leader of the Year Jen Walker, will be held from 6-9 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 28 at the Westin Alexandria Old Town. [Chamber ALX]
Flock Camera Locations in Alexandria Documented by Volunteers — “As of September 15, 2026, volunteers had documented 75 license plate readers inside Alexandria, including 73 Flock Safety cameras and two Motorola Solutions cameras. The Alexandria Police Department reports operating 61 cameras.” [The Zebra]
Holmes Run Cleanup Set for Weekend — “Join the City of Alexandria for a stream clean up at the Historic Holmes Run [9-11:30 a.m. Sunday, Sept. 20]. Volunteers will meet at the parking lot of Beatley Library for sign-in and pre-cleanup briefing. Bags, gloves, trash grabbers, and first aid will be made available for the event. Please bring sturdy shoes and plenty of water.” [City of Alexandria]
Hispanic Heritage Month Observance Begins in Alexandria — “Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with the City of Alexandria from September 15 through October 15! Learn more about Hispanic Heritage Month in Alexandria, explore local history and oral histories, and find full event details at alexandriava.gov/HispanicHeritage.” [City of Alexandria/Bluesky]
Board Seeks to Close Kennedy Center — “The board of the Kennedy Center voted Tuesday to close the facility amid financial issues and a dispute over putting President Donald Trump’s name on the iconic performing arts venue, according to people familiar with the matter … Prior to Tuesday’s board meeting, a federal judge blocked the Kennedy Center board from adding Trump’s name to the structure or grounds, saying it would violate an earlier ruling that his name was illegally added to the building.” [ARLnow/The Associated Press]
Dominion Energy Makes Pitch on NextEra Merger — “Dominion Energy is making the case to proceed with a proposed merger with NextEra, an electric company out of Florida, though many worry it could mean rising bills and cutting local jobs. However, officials from both companies sought to address those concerns Monday, as they announced a benefits package they say prioritizes Virginians and positions the state as a global energy leader.” [WAVY.com]
State Provides New Guidance on Voter Disqualifications — “Among Virginians who are no longer incarcerated, only those convicted of murder and voluntary or involuntary manslaughter remain disqualified from voting under new guidance from the Virginia Department of Elections. The update comes days before early voting begins in the midterm elections, and months after a federal judge ordered the state to narrow how it determines voter eligibility under the Virginia Readmission Act.” [Virginia Mercury]
It’s Wednesday — Expect sunny skies with a high near 86°F and a gentle south wind blowing at 3 to 6 mph. Wednesday night will be mostly clear, with temperatures dropping to around 66°F, and the south wind will continue at 3 to 6 mph. [NWS]
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