Business Fundraiser for Animal Shelter — “Madison Street Tattoos’ ‘Tattoos for Rescues’ fundraiser on Saturday, April 25 was an immense success, bringing together animal lovers, artists, and the community for an unforgettable day in support of the Animal Welfare League of Alexandria (AWLA). The event raised an astounding $12,100 to benefit animals and pet families in need. In addition, the shop also collected physical donations of pet food and supplies to benefit our in-shelter animals. Over the course of 10+ hours, five dedicated tattoo artists worked tirelessly, inking more than 50 participants. [Animal Welfare League of Alexandria]
Budget Adoption on Wednesday — “On April 29, the Alexandria City Council will vote on the adoption of the Fiscal Year 2027 (FY27) Budget, which begins July 1, 2026. Join us in person at the Del Pepper Community Resource Center or watch online at alexandriava.gov/Dockets.” [City of Alexandria]
Board Overseeing Alexandria-Based NSF Fired — “The Trump administration has fired members of an independent board that oversees the National Science Foundation. Members of the National Science Board received an email on Friday sent from the Presidential Personnel Office ‘on behalf of President Donald J. Trump’ stating that their position was ‘terminated, effective immediately.'” [NBC Washington]
Sen. Warner on Bill to Return Alexandria, Arlington to D.C. — “Particularly as an Alexandria resident, this bill to ‘make DC square again’ is a sad, distracting attempt to disenfranchise Virginians. Republicans should join us in actually working to improve costs, health care, and housing… not doing partisan stunts.” [Sen. Mark Warner/Facebook]
Parking Concern at Minnie Howard Campus — “During the school day, the lower lot is entirely reserved for teachers, and the upper lot is mostly reserved for buses. This means that students have no school-sponsored spaces to park, leaving them with three options: they can ignore these rules and park in the Minnie Howard lots, illegally park in the lot behind the Bradlee Vacuum Store or drive to North Earley Street and park in a residential neighborhood.” [Theogony]
Historic Markers Dedicated at Former Plantation Site — “In the mid-1700s, most of modern-day Fairlington and Shirlington was part of a plantation called Torthorwald, a rural retreat for the wealthy Carlyle merchant family of Alexandria. When patriarch John Carlyle died in 1780, Torthorwald was home to an enslaved population totaling more than 40. And on Sunday, two of them were honored with the placement of new “stumbling stones” near the Fairlington Villages Community Center.” [ARLnow]
New E-Bikes for Police — “The Alexandria Police Department (ADP) has added two new electric bikes to its fleet to support more accessible and community-focused policing. The e-bikes will help officers patrol parks, trails, and neighborhood areas more efficiently while strengthening visibility and engagement with residents. This initiative also demonstrates a more sustainable and flexible mobility option for community outreach and public safety.” [Eco-City Newsletter – April 2026]
S. Patrick Street Work Coming Up — “The City of Alexandria invites community members to a pre-construction meeting on upcoming roadway and sidewalk construction along South Patrick Street between Jefferson Street and Wolfe Street. The meeting will be held on Monday, May 11 at the Nannie J. Lee Recreation Center (1108 Jefferson Street) from 7 to 8 p.m. City staff will provide an overview of the upcoming construction along South Patrick Street, between Jefferson Street and Wolfe Street.” [City of Alexandria]
Ellen Pickering Environmental Excellence Award Presented — “AlexRenew and the City of Alexandria’s Environmental Policy Commission (EPC) presented the 2026 Ellen Pickering Environmental Excellence Award to Russell Bailey on Sunday afternoon during the Del Ray GardenFest. AlexRenew Board Member John Hill presented the award to Bailey on behalf of the Ellen Pickering Award Selection Committee, which included Hill, Yanique Revers with the City of Alexandria’s EPC, and Frances Pickering, representing the family of Ellen Pickering.” [AlexRenew]
Sheriff’s Office Fives Out Annual Awards — “On April 21, the Sheriff’s Office celebrated the success of our own staff at the annual employee awards ceremony. The program featured Dwayne Crawford, Executive Director of the National Organization of Black Law Enforcement Executives, delivering the keynote speech and Sheriff Sean Casey presenting individual and team awards. Colleagues recognized deputies and professional staff for their outstanding performance, team spirit, leadership, and other areas.” [Alexandria Sheriff’s Office Monthly Bulletin]
New Career and Tech Ed Director at ACPS — “We are excited to announce Arnaz Dotivala as the new Career and Technical Education (CTE) and Workforce Development Director for Alexandria City Public Schools, effective April 20, 2026. With extensive experience in both classroom instruction and leadership at the school division level, Arnaz is dedicated to aligning education with real-world opportunities.” [ACPS/Facebook]
It’s Wednesday — Expect showers throughout the day, with a possible thunderstorm after 2 PM and a high of 69°F. Southeast winds will range from 6 to 10 mph, with gusts up to 18 mph. Rainfall could be between a quarter and half an inch, with a 90% chance of precipitation. Wednesday night brings a 70% chance of showers and thunderstorms, transitioning from cloudy to partly cloudy skies. The low will be around 51°F, and southeast winds will shift to northwesterly around 9 mph, with gusts again reaching 18 mph. Rainfall amounts may be similar to earlier in the day. [NWS]
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