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.
Deadline this month for Torpedo Factory studios — “Applications are still open to apply for studio space, solo or in a group of up to 4.” [Twitter]
It’s Wednesday — Light rain in the morning and overnight. High of 64 and low of 53. Sunrise at 6:46 am and sunset at 7:38 pm. [Weather.gov]
Spring plant sale returning — “On April 30, from 9 am to 2 pm, ten vendors from Virginia, Maryland, Pennsylvania, and DC will gather to sell native plants, shrubs, and trees for sun or shade in the Church of St. Clement parking lot 1701 N. Quaker Lane.” [Zebra]
It’s Tuesday — Rain throughout the day. High of 60 and low of 48. Sunrise at 6:47 am and sunset at 7:37 pm. [Weather.gov]
Sheriff’s Office assessors want to hear from locals — “A team of assessors from the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies, Inc. (CALEA) is conducting an assessment of the Alexandria Sheriff’s Office’s policies and procedures, management, operations, and support services.” [Zebra]
It’s Monday — Partly cloudy throughout the day. High of 56 and low of 37. Sunrise at 6:49 am and sunset at 7:36 pm. [Weather.gov]
River Farm future in Fairfax looks bright — “Six months later, the darkest chapter in AHS’ century-long history seems to be over, and the future of River Farm is more hopeful for both the board and community.” [Alexandria Times]
It’s Friday — Mostly cloudy throughout the day. High of 66 and low of 44. Sunrise at 6:54 am and sunset at 7:33 pm. [Weather.gov]
Cherry blossom season in bloom — “Check out local spots that are participating in the National Cherry Blossom Festival.” [Alexandria Living Magazine]
It’s Thursday — Rain in the evening and overnight. High of 68 and low of 56. Sunrise at 6:55 am and sunset at 7:32 pm. [Weather.gov]
Alexandria named top Gen Z destination — “Generation Z members are choosing Alexandria and Arlington over the District for their first apartments.” [Alexandria Living Magazine]
It’s Wednesday — Mostly cloudy throughout the day. High of 57 and low of 36. Sunrise at 6:57 am and sunset at 7:31 pm. [Weather.gov]
Old Town townhouse dubbed “hottest vacation rental” — “Tucked away on a quiet street in historic Alexandria, Virginia sits the Liberty House, a restored 162-year-old townhouse that was just dubbed the hottest vacation rental in the U.S.” [CNBC]
It’s Tuesday — Clear throughout the day. High of 45 and low of 25. Sunrise at 6:58 am and sunset at 7:30 pm. [Weather.gov]
Mayor Asks Metro for Support During Closure — “Alexandria Mayor Justin Wilson urged Metro in a Thursday letter to commit to city rail and bus service amid an announcement of extended closures, particularly on the transit agency’s Yellow Line.” [WTOP]
West Glebe Road Bridge Lane Closed — “Engineers have identified a structural issue with a bridge connecting Arlington County and Alexandria, prompting a lane closure.” [Patch]
Alexandria Man Claims Trucker Convoy Assaulted Him — “D.C. police are looking into claims that participants in the trucker convoy assaulted a motorcyclist in the District last week. The encounter reportedly happened as an Alexandria, Virginia, man was traveling on Interstate 395 on the Francis Case Memorial Bridge back on Wednesday, March 16 after 3 p.m.” [WTOP]
Local Women Business Owners Celebrated — “The pioneering spirit that helped give women the right to vote just over 100 years ago is alive and well today as women-owned businesses grow across the city.” [Connection Newspaper]
Leasing Starts for Apartments Over Wegmans — “Developer Stonebridge and its leasing partner Bozzuto, announced Wednesday the start of leasing for Easton, a boutique-style apartment building offering sophisticated design and amenities located in the Carlyle Crossing neighborhood. The 11-story building is slated to begin move-ins in mid-April just ahead of the anticipated May 11 opening of Wegmans Carlyle Crossing.” [Alexandria Living]
Ukraine Donation Drive Launched — Leaders launched an effort Wednesday to provide donations, such as gently used coats, new blankets, new pairs of sweat socks or heavy socks, and new pairs of gloves at locations around Northern Virginia. “No matter the scale – global to local – humanity is a community unto itself and we must always come to the assist of those in need,” Alexandria Vice Mayor Amy Jackson said at the event. [Facebook, Patch]
Historic Alexandria Surveys Museum-goers — “The staff at the Office of Historic Alexandria want to know how they can better support and engage residents in this year and beyond. To learn more, Alexandria’s museums are participating in a national survey of museum-goers sponsored by the American Alliance of Museums. This survey will provide data not only from Alexandria museum visitors, but also nationwide results for context.” [Alexandria Living Magazine]
Gen Z Renters Like Alexandria — “Alexandria ranks nationally in a new study on the most sought-after places for young apartment renters.” [Patch]
