Author: ALXnow.com

(Updated 7:45 a.m.) Alexandria serial killer case featured in true crime show — “When an Alexandria, Virginia man was murdered in 2013, police noticed an eerie similarity between his death and a crime that happened a decade before.” [Investigation Discovery]

It’s Thursday — Possible light rain in the morning. High of 78 and low of 70. Sunrise at 5:44 am and sunset at 8:34 pm. [Weather.gov]

Holy Cow names burger after late activist — “It’s our #BOTM! ‘The Noritake’ is complimented with an angus beef patty topped with all your favorites… bacon, BBQ onion ring, ranch, lettuce, pickles and cheddar! Limited time only.” [Facebook]

It’s Wednesday — Rain in the evening and overnight. High of 82 and low of 70. Sunrise at 5:44 am and sunset at 8:34 pm. [Weather.gov]

Local kids invited to leadership camp — “The Alexandria Redevelopment and Housing Authority (ARHA) and the Alexandria Youth Impact Program (YIP) are joining forces to offer a two-week leadership camp for students at no cost to families.” [Youth Impact Program]

It’s Tuesday — Mostly cloudy throughout the day. High of 76 and low of 64. Sunrise at 5:45 am and sunset at 8:33 pm. [Weather.gov]

Affordable housing planned for former car dealership — “Community Housing Partners is proposing replacing the now-empty Land Rover dealership near the intersection of Duke Street and Telegraph Road with affordable housing.” [Alexandria Living Magazine]

It’s Monday — Clear throughout the day. High of 80 and low of 62. Sunrise at 5:45 am and sunset at 8:32 pm. [Weather.gov]

School Board talks safety after stabbing — “The topic of gun violence and the tragic stabbing of a student in Alexandria City both part of the discussion for the Alexandria City School Board.” [ABC7]

It’s Friday — Mostly cloudy throughout the day. High of 77 and low of 65. Sunrise at 5:46 am and sunset at 8:31 pm. [Weather.gov]

Store manager’s murderer to be released — “A man who brutally killed a store manager in Alexandria, Virginia, because he allegedly believed the victim was a werewolf is being allowed to leave a mental health facility and move into the community…” [NBC4]

It’s Thursday — Rain starting in the afternoon. High of 85 and low of 74. Sunrise at 5:46 am and sunset at 8:30 pm. [Weather.gov]

Former Sheriff launches scholarship — “Support ACHS Graduates by giving to the Dana Lawhorne Scholarship” [Scholarship Fund of Alexandria]

It’s Wednesday — Partly cloudy throughout the day. High of 89 and low of 74. Sunrise at 5:46 am and sunset at 8:29 pm. [Weather.gov]

PlantHouse opens in Old Town — “PlantHouse will open at 921 N St. Asaph St. and will offer premium houseplants and ceramics, plus the opportunity to build a terrarium in their do-it-yourself and workshop space.” [Alexandria Living Magazine]

It’s Tuesday — Humid throughout the day. High of 91 and low of 72. Sunrise at 5:47 am and sunset at 8:28 pm. [Weather.gov]

Terrarium and plants store opening in Old Town — “A plant store with terrarium building workshops will hold its grand opening in Old Town Alexandria during Memorial Day weekend.” [Patch]

It’s Friday — Rain throughout the day. High of 73 and low of 67. Sunrise at 5:49 am and sunset at 8:25 pm. [Weather.gov]

Alexandria recognized for climate change mitigation — “Recognized for its sustainability performance, Alexandria achieves Leadership in Environmental and Energy Design (LEED) gold certification.” [Patch]

It’s Thursday — Overcast throughout the day. High of 72 and low of 60. Sunrise at 5:49 am and sunset at 8:25 pm. [Weather.gov]