This is the staff byline for ALXnow, used by editors and other full-time staff. Launched in October 2019, ALXnow is the place for the latest news, views and things to do around Alexandria, Virginia.
Good Thursday morning, Alexandria!
🌥 Today’s weather: Cloudy. Mild. High of 71 and low of 51.
⛅ Tomorrow: Breaks of sun late. Mild. High of 71 and low of 50. Sunrise at 5:52 am and sunset at 8:16 pm.
Noteworthy: C. 1787 — The home of Dr. James Craik, George Washington’s physician.
Built in 1787, this exquisite restored and renovated historic property is the former residence and medical office of George Washington’s personal physician, Dr. James Craik. Dr. Craik attended to President Washington in 1799 on his death bed at Mount Vernon, 8 miles south of Old Town. His medical office was the first room of the house, just left of the front entrance.
Are you searching for a sweet furry companion? Meet Georgina, a 2-year-old blonde pup available for adoption at the Animal Welfare League of Alexandria!
A rescue from Texas, Georgina is a bit shy and nervous, according to AWLA spokesperson Erin Shackelford. She is currently in shelter.
Good Wednesday morning, Alexandria!
🌤 Today’s weather: Sunny. Mild. High of 68 and low of 46.
🌤 Tomorrow: Mostly sunny. Mild. High of 67 and low of 46. Sunrise at 5:53 am and sunset at 8:15 pm.
Good Tuesday morning, Alexandria!
⛅ Today’s weather: Showers after 5 p.m. Cloudy, with a high near 79.
🌤 Tomorrow: Sunny, with a high near 72.
Good Monday morning, Alexandria!
☔ Today’s weather: Passing showers. Overcast. Mild. High of 76 and low of 57.
☔ Tomorrow: Showers late. Overcast. Mild. High of 74 and low of 59. Sunrise at 5:55 am and sunset at 8:13 pm.
Good Friday morning, Alexandria!
Two police officers shot and killed a man the department alleges had attacked another officer and was trying to take his gun in the Penn Daw area (6239 Richmond Highway) just south of Alexandria.
This past week saw 43 homes sold in Alexandria.
The least expensive condo, single-family home or townhouse sale over the past seven days was $210,900 while the most expensive was $1,565,000.
Are you looking for a furry companion to keep you company? Biscuit is a 10-year-old pup searching for a new home and up for adoption at the Animal Welfare League of Alexandria!
This gentleman is a senior who finds the shelter a bit scary, according to AWLA spokesperson Erin Shackelford.
Good Thursday morning, Alexandria!
🌥 Today’s weather: Overcast. Warm. High of 81 and low of 58.
🌥 Tomorrow: A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms after 2 p.m. Mostly sunny, with a high near 86.
Good Wednesday morning, Alexandria!
⛅ Today’s weather: Sunny. Mild. High of 73.
⛅ Tomorrow: Afternoon clouds. Pleasantly warm. High of 81. Sunrise at 5:59 am and sunset at 8:09 pm.
