America250 Conversational Tours at Gadsby’s Tavern Museum — “Kick off the weekend with Conversational Tour: America250 – Who We Remember at Gadsby’s Tavern Museum on Friday, July 10 and Friday, July 17, from 5 to 6:30 p.m. … This conversational tour uses the history of Gadsby’s Tavern Museum to reflect on who we remember in history and why. Participants will build connections with each other as well as between past and present.” [Historic Alexandria]
Next Meeting on Taylor Run Stabilization Project — “Join us July 20, 6:30–8 p.m., at 2900 Business Center Drive or virtually for a presentation on the 60% design plans for the Taylor Run Infrastructure Stabilization Project. Learn about the proposed improvements and how the design has evolved.” [Alexandria T&ES/X]
Alexandria Mentoring Partnership’s Open House — “The Alexandria Mentoring Partnership (AMP) is continuing to celebrate its 20th anniversary and inviting community members to learn how they can support local youth through volunteer mentor opportunities. Join AMP next week for its Mentor Open House on Tuesday, July 14, to meet program staff, explore volunteer roles, and find a mentoring opportunity that matches your interests.” [City of Alexandria]
Alexandria-Based Breast Cancer Collective Leader to Depart Role — “After more than a decade leading the Breast Cancer Collective, Martha Carucci will step down as executive director on July 17 to become Chief Executive Officer of First Tee–Greater Washington, DC. The Breast Cancer Collective exists to improve breast cancer survivability by expanding equitable access to screening, diagnostic care, follow-up treatment, and patient support.” [The Zebra]
Lawsuits Hold Up Assault Weapon Ban — “The uncertainty surrounding the law’s future deepened Monday when a three-judge panel of the Supreme Court of Virginia declined Jones’s request to consolidate four lawsuits filed in Washington, Lancaster, Fauquier and Spotsylvania counties following roughly 90 minutes of arguments in Charlottesville. Asked Tuesday what the ruling means for enforcement of the new law, Jones said his office still plans to defend the legislation aggressively.” [Virginia Mercury]
Northern Virginia Business Optimism Up — “Northern Virginia executives are more optimistic about the regional economy and predict fewer employee layoffs, according to the 2026 Second Quarter Northern Virginia Chamber of Commerce (NVC) and Pinkston Business Leader Survey. When asked how they believed the Northern Virginia economy would change over the next six months, 40% expect it to grow, the highest share since Q3 2025. In addition, only 6% predict the need to lay off employees, the lowest share since Q1 2025 (also 6%).” [Northern Virginia Chamber]
Man’s Trial on Pipe Bombs Before Jan. 6, 2021 Riots — “A federal trial is scheduled to start in February for a Virginia man charged with planting pipe bombs near the national headquarters of the Democratic and Republican parties on the eve of the Jan. 6, 2021, riot by a mob of President Donald Trump’s supporters.” [WTOP/AP]
Cynthia Erivo, Martin Scorcese Among National Book Festival Headliners — “The Library of Congress’ annual festival is Saturday, August 22, at DC’s Walter E. Washington Convention Center. It will feature conversations with more than 80 authors across several genres. As part of the library’s ongoing America 250: It’s Your Story initiative, the festival will also feature special programming on music, film, history, and folklife.” [Northern Virginia Magazine]
Over 1,000 Use SoberRide During July 4 Holiday — “Over 1,000 (1,082) persons in the Washington-metropolitan area used the free safe ride service, SoberRide®, on Independence Day (July 4th) as opposed to possibly driving home drunk … WRAP’s 2026 Independence Day SoberRide® campaign began at 4:00 p.m. on Saturday, July 4, 2026 and continued until 4:00 a.m. on Sunday, July 5, 2026 as a way to keep local roads safe from potentially impaired drivers during this traditionally high-risk holiday.” [Washington Regional Alcohol Program release]
Feedback on Location of Route 7 Bus Rapid Transit Stops — “Most bus riders along portions of Route 7 seem skeptical of placing future transit stops in the center of the busy roadway, but local leaders at least want the option considered before being discarded. A recent survey of riders along the portion of the bus rapid transit (BRT) line proposed to connect Tysons to Alexandria found 60% preferred retaining curbside stops.” [FFXnow]
It’s Thursday — Expect showers and thunderstorms throughout the day, with a high near 87°F and south winds around 6 mph. There’s an 80% chance of rain, with new rainfall between a quarter and half an inch. Showers and thunderstorms will continue into the evening, especially before 8 p.m., with a low around 71°F and light southwest winds. Rain chance remains at 80%, with new precipitation between a tenth and a quarter of an inch, though thunderstorms may bring higher amounts. [NWS]
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