On This Day in Alexandria History — “On Jan. 14, 1962, the new Alexandria Hospital on Seminary Road was officially dedicated. Vice-President Lyndon B. Johnson cut the ribbon before a crowd of more than 5,000. The new facility cost around $3.7 million to build.” [Historic Alexandria]
Bennett-Parker Wins Dem Primary — “Del. Elizabeth Bennett-Parker (D-5) has been declared the winner in a firehouse primary for Virginia’s 39th District Senate seat, defeating three opponents with 70.6% of the 4,647 ballots cast … ADC released results just before 2:30 a.m. Wednesday, Jan. 14.” [ALXnow]
Also, OHA Director Wins Primary in FFX — “Democratic nominee Gretchen Bulova handily defeated Republican candidate Adam Wise to become the next delegate for Virginia’s 11th House District, taking over a seat most recently filled by her husband, David Bulova … Currently working as director of Historic Alexandria, Gretchen Bulova also serves as chair of Fairfax County’s history and 250th commissions.” [FFXnow]
Gaskins Named Vice-Chair of Child Hunger Alliance — “I’m excited to share that I am the incoming Vice-Chair for Share Our Strength’s No Kid Hungry Mayors Alliance to End Childhood Hunger! I will join more than 550 mayors from all 50 states and Washington, DC in the fight to ensure kids in our cities have the food they need to thrive.” [Mayor Alyia Gaskins]
Mount Purrnon Cats In The News — Some friendly felines up for adoption at Mount Purrnon Cat Cafe & Wine Bar were highlighted during a FOX 5 segment on Sunday. The cafe has initiated 1,225 adoptions to date since it was founded five years ago. [FOX 5 DC]
Firefighters Pay Visit to Local Preschool — “We visited Abracadabra Preschool on Friday to meet students, share basic fire safety lessons, and show them the fire engine. Visits like these help build safety awareness and positive connections in our community.” [AFD]
New ‘Yami Buffet’ Cuts Ribbon — “Yami Buffet officially opened their doors today with a ribbon-cutting celebration! … Yami Buffet is an ALL-YOU-CAN-EAT Asian Buffet located at 555 S Van Dorn St, Alexandria, VA 22304. Get ready to feast on fresh seafood, sushi, hibachi, BBQ, and so much more!” [Alexandria Chamber of Commerce]
Tony-Winning Author Talk Today — “Join Tony Award-winning singer Melba Moore at Beatley Central Library to hear about her new memoir, ‘This Is It — Marvelous…And Getting Better.’ In it, Ms. Moore shares many aspects of her career and life, as well as how she navigated the successes and challenges that came her way.” The event starts at noon at Charles E. Beatley, Jr. Central Library. [City of Alexandria]
It’s Wednesday — There is a 20% chance of rain in the morning and late afternoon, with mostly cloudy skies and a high near 52. Southwest winds will be around 6 mph. Rain is likely tonight before 1am, followed by a chance of rain and snow until 4am, then a slight chance of snow. The low will be around 25, with light winds becoming northwest at 6 to 11 mph and gusts up to 31 mph. There is a 70% chance of precipitation, but little or no snow accumulation is expected. [NWS]
