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.
Pedestrian Dies After Hit-and-Run Crash — “Police say the woman was crossing just outside of a crosswalk in a dimly lit area when she was struck.” [WUSA9]
It’s Monday — Clear throughout the day. High of 82 and low of 66. Sunrise at 5:54 am and sunset at 8:36 pm. [Weather.gov]
Alexandria’s Del Ray neighborhood celebrated red, white and blue on First Thursday (July 7).
The evening included live music at Pat Miller Neighborhood Square (at Oxford and Mount Vernon Avenues) with bands, cake pops and the annual Pork Barrel Watermelon Seed-Spitting Contest.
Here’s a look at some of the open houses taking place in Alexandria this weekend:
See all Alexandria open house listings here.
Alexandria Couple Sentenced For Tax Fraud Involving Auto Body Shop — “A husband and wife from Alexandria were sentenced in a scheme in which income was underreported at their Maryland business.” [Patch]
It’s Friday — Rain overnight. High of 85 and low of 73. Sunrise at 5:52 am and sunset at 8:37 pm. [Weather.gov]
Frank Pepe Pizzeria Napoletana Sets Opening For July In Alexandria — “Frank Pepe, the brand that created the New Haven-style pizza, will arrive in Alexandria during July.” [Patch]
It’s Thursday — Rain until evening. High of 82 and low of 73. Sunrise at 5:51 am and sunset at 8:38 pm. [Weather.gov]
Gourmet Mexican Opens in Del Ray — “The shop sells high quality and authentic Mexican food and other goods.” [Alexandria Living Magazine]
It’s Wednesday — Heavy rain starting in the afternoon. High of 85 and low of 78. Sunrise at 5:51 am and sunset at 8:38 pm. [Weather.gov]
MS-13 Members Found Guilty in Alexandria Teen’s Murder — “Five members of the gang were found guilty in the killings of a 17-year-old boy from Falls Church and a 14-year-old boy from Alexandria.” [WUSA9]
It’s Tuesday — Rain in the evening. High of 86 and low of 72. Sunrise at 5:50 am and sunset at 8:38 pm. [Weather.gov]
Here’s a look at some of the open houses taking place in Alexandria this weekend:
See all Alexandria open house listings here.
Naturalization Ceremony Scheduled at Mount Vernon — “Independence Day festivities at George Washington’s Mount Vernon will include a naturalization ceremony featuring people from 42 countries.” [Patch]
It’s Friday — Humid and partly cloudy throughout the day. High of 89 and low of 74. Sunrise at 5:48 am and sunset at 8:39 pm. [Weather.gov]
(Updated 11:35 a.m.) DASH says goodbye to old bus line — “DASH’s Orion buses will depart the Pentagon at 2:30 PM on Friday July 1 for one final ride. Hop on board bus 96 or 97 or meet them at King Street Metro when the final trip ends around 3:25 PM.” [Twitter]
It’s Thursday — Clear throughout the day. High of 88 and low of 69. Sunrise at 5:48 am and sunset at 8:39 pm. [Weather.gov]
Zoe’s Kitchen closes at Bradlee — “Fast-casual restaurant that featured Mediterranean-style food closed its doors; Cava will move in.” [Alexandria Living Magazine]
It’s Wednesday — Partly cloudy throughout the day. High of 85 and low of 67. Sunrise at 5:47 am and sunset at 8:39 pm. [Weather.gov]
