Preparations for Mayor’s Cup — “The women’s teams and the men’s [rugby] team for the Mayor’s Cup are practicing and getting ready for our big trip to Scotland. In case you haven’t heard the news, we are bringing back the Mayor’s Cup, which is a friendly competition between the City of Alexandria and our sister city in Dundee, Scotland.” [Alyia for Alexandria/Facebook]
Traffic and Parking Board Meets Monday — “The Traffic and Parking Board will hold its next public hearing on Monday, July 27 at 7 p.m. Docket materials have been posted for the upcoming meeting. At the public hearing, members of the public can weigh in on Russell Road Safe Routes to School improvements and a curb cut appeal, among other topics.” [Alexandria T&ES]
Fall Recreation Program Registration Begins Aug. 5 — “The return of cooler mornings, changing leaves, and new routines also means a new season of recreation with the Department of Recreation, Parks & Cultural Activities. Whether you’re looking to stay active, learn something new, spend time outdoors, or connect with your community, you’ll find plenty of opportunities in our fall lineup.” [Alexandria RPCA]
Visit Alexandria Marks Disability Pride Month — “Alexandria welcomes people of all abilities and disability types as it progresses toward greater accessibility for all. It’s a commitment to making sure every visitor can experience this city’s culture, history and stories to the fullest. From step-free museum entrances and a free King Street Trolley with wheelchair ramps to sensory-inclusive hotel certifications and detailed ADA room data, Alexandria is advancing efforts to welcome every visitor, including those with mobility, sensory, temporary and invisible disabilities.” [Visit Alexandria/X]
Democratic Presidential Nominating Date Proposed in Virginia — “The Democratic National Committee’s Rules and Bylaws Committee voted (Friday) to give the Commonwealth one of six spots in the early window of the party’s 2028 presidential nominating calendar. Virginia would go last of the six, on Feb. 29, 2028 — leap day.” [ARLnow]
Virginia Judge’s Ruling on Abortion Drug Restrictions — “A federal judge in Virginia ruled Thursday that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration did not sufficiently justify restrictions imposed in 2023 on a drug used to terminate early pregnancies, adding another layer of complexity to a string of legal cases with opposing goals that could affect future abortion access.” [Virginia Mercury]
Power Flickering Linked to N. Va. Data Centers — “Just before 8 a.m. Wednesday, electricity flickered on and off for about 10 minutes. An engineer’s data says it happened throughout the Eastern half of the U.S., from Chicago, to Boston and Miami. He ties the problem to Data Center Alley in Ashburn, Virginia, and says the seemingly small blip is a sign our infrastructure is in danger.” [NBC Washington]
Trump Seeks New Signage at Smithsonian Museums — “President Donald Trump ordered his administration Friday to install signs in front of the Smithsonian Institution ‘s U.S. history museum telling visitors that some of the exhibits are inaccurate, his latest move to reshape how the story of the United States is told.” [WTOP/AP]
It’s Monday — Expect scattered showers and thunderstorms after 2 p.m., with mostly sunny skies and a high of 87°F. Winds will shift southeast at about 5 mph, with a 50% chance of rain. Monday night will be partly cloudy with a low of 70°F, along with scattered showers and thunderstorms before 8 p.m. and again after 2 a.m., with a 30% chance of precipitation and light south winds at 3 to 5 mph. [NWS]
