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.
Here’s a look at some of the open houses taking place in Alexandria this weekend:
See all Alexandria open house listings here.
Clean Water Act 50th Anniversary River Cleanup — “The Potomac Riverkeeper Network and Port City Brewing Company are teaming up to celebrate the 50th Anniversary of the Clean Water Act.” [Alexandria Living Magazine]
It’s Friday — Clear throughout the day. High of 65 and low of 48. Sunrise at 7:18 am and sunset at 6:33 pm. [Weather.gov]
Alexandria Gets Its (Maybe) First By-The-Slice Pizza Shop — “There’s a first time for everything, even in 273-year-old Alexandria…” [Washington Business Journal]
Cracking Down on Cut-Through Traffic is Getting Easier in Fairfax County — “Mitigating cut-through traffic in residential areas may be a little simpler.” [Alexandria Living Magazine]
Trial Begins for Analyst who was Source for Trump Dossier — “The allegations were aired in opening statements in the jury trial of Igor Danchenko, who is indicted on five counts of making false statements to the FBI, in the U.S. District Court in Alexandria.” [ABC13]
Collective Bargaining Discussion Continues in Fairfax — “An IAFF union is holding an election for representation to be the collective bargaining representative for negotiations with the county.” [Patch]
Pumpkin Prices In Alexandria — “Finding the best fall pumpkin around Alexandria could come at an increased cost this year. But one option is a sale to support charities.” [Patch]
It’s Tuesday — Clear throughout the day. High of 70 and low of 48. Sunrise at 7:15 am and sunset at 6:37 pm. [Weather.gov]
ICE Raids Alexandria Homes of Suspected MS-13 Gang Members — “U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement tactical teams raided several homes in Alexandria, Va., area this week in an operation targeting suspected members of the El Salvador-based street gang MS-13.” [Washington Post]
Old Town North Hosts Chalk Walk — “The chalk walk combines art and exercise in Alexandria’s new Arts District.” [Alexandria Living Magazine]
Happy Friday Alexandria!
There are currently 369 homes for sale. Of those for sale, 219 are condos, 46 are detached homes and 104 are townhomes. The median sales price is $527,500 and the median list price is $707,950 according to Homesnap.
Stephanie Landrum Connects Alexandria — “The Alexandria Economic Development Partnership has played a critical role in how Alexandria has grown and changed.” [Alexandria Living Magazine]
It’s Friday — Clear throughout the day. High of 73 and low of 55. Sunrise at 7:11 am and sunset at 6:43 pm. [Weather.gov]
Providence Secures $1 Million to Fund Educational Programs — “Local fourth-grade students will be treated to special programming funded by military shipbuilding HII.” [Alexandria Living Magazine]
It’s Thursday — Partly cloudy throughout the day. High of 72 and low of 51. Sunrise at 7:10 am and sunset at 6:45 pm. [Weather.gov]
Providence Secures $1 Million to Fund Educational Programs — “Local fourth-grade students will be treated to special programming funded by military shipbuilding HII.” [Alexandria Living Magazine]
It’s Wednesday — Possible drizzle in the morning. High of 61 and low of 51. Sunrise at 7:09 am and sunset at 6:46 pm. [Weather.gov]
Shooting Victim Dies After Being Dropped Off at Fairfax County Hospital — “A man is dead after being dropped off at a Fairfax County hospital with a gunshot wound Sunday morning, according to police.” [FOX5]
It’s Tuesday — Rain throughout the day. High of 54 and low of 45. Sunrise at 7:09 am and sunset at 6:48 pm. [Weather.gov]
