Tonight: City Manager Proposes Budget — “City Manager’s FY27 Proposed Budget Presentation to the Alexandria City Council is being held at Del Pepper Resource Center (4850 Mark Center Dr., Alexandria, VA 22311) and electronically.” [City of Alexandria]
ALX Student to Play In World Deaf Championships — “[Aaliyah] Harris [of Bishop Ireton High School] has been selected to represent to the U.S. in the Under 21 World Deaf Basketball Championships in Poland this summer. ‘It’s just amazing,’ Harris said about the sport. ‘I like the competition, and I like to compete.'” [WTOP]
Warner, Kaine Hope to Reduce DCA Flights — “‘The NTSB report underscores the risk unsustainable traffic levels at DCA pose — as we have warned for many years,” the Democrats said in a joint statement last week. “In the coming months, we will be working on legislation to reduce slots at DCA and meet the NTSB’s other safety recommendations.'” [ARLnow]
Old Town Eatery Fundraises for Scholarships — “Through Feb. 28, Milk & Honey guests can participate in a ‘Round-up Two Week Initiative.’ Customers can round up their checks, with 100 percent of the proceeds supporting scholarships for local students in the Divine Nine NPHC scholarship fund.” [Patch]
King Arthur Baking Co. Address Revealed — “The retail store and baking school will be located at 615 King St., according to building permits filed with the City of Alexandria.” [Alexandria Living Magazine]
Potomac Sewage Response Continues — “Even though the sewage discharges have largely been contained, bacteria levels downstream in the Potomac River remain a massive concern — and they likely will for months. Jurisdictions surrounding the river have issued health advisories warning the public against touching the water.” [Virginia Mercury]
Man Sentenced for Sex Trafficking — “A California man was sentenced to nine years in prison on Thursday, Feb. 19, for his role in sex trafficking two women across the country … Demarco Raushi Coney-Jones II, 31, was charged after coercing two women to travel to Alexandria, Va., for prostitution.” [DC News Now]
New Recruits Joining AFD — “Recruit School 58 is in the final stretch! In less than a week, 17 recruits will join AFD. Recruits are focusing on being “Ready for Day 1.” From classroom instruction to hands-on extrication training, they’re putting in the work to serve our community with skill and confidence.” [AFD]
BWW Closes in Crystal City — “Sunday was the final day in business for the Buffalo Wild Wings location in Crystal City, capping off a 15-year run, an employee told ARLnow.” [ARLnow]
It’s Tuesday — Expect sunshine and a high near 39 today, accompanied by a northwest wind of 7-11 mph with gusts up to 20 mph. Moving into Tuesday night, there’s a 30% chance of snow after 1 am, turning into a rain mix after 4 am. Clouds will increase, and the temperature will drop to around 32. A light south wind will pick up to 6-11 mph by the evening, with possible gusts reaching 21 mph. [NWS]
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