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.
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]
Here’s a look at some of the open houses taking place in Alexandria this weekend:
See all Alexandria open house listings here.
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]
What’s the difference between flood watch and flood warning? — “Watch: Have a way to get weather updates. Flooding is possible. Warning: Flooding is happening or about to happen. Take action!” [Twitter]
It’s Wednesday — Overcast throughout the day. High of 65 and low of 57. Sunrise at 5:50 am and sunset at 8:24 pm. [Weather.gov]
New Chick-fil-A opening in Kingstowne this week — “The new Chick-fil-A restaurant in Kingstowne is opening May 26.” [Alexandria Living Magazine]
It’s Tuesday — Rain in the morning and afternoon. High of 67 and low of 55. Sunrise at 5:50 am and sunset at 8:23 pm. [Weather.gov]
Households without power after storm — “Households across Alexandria are suffering a blackout right now. Dominion’s service to our city continues to be unacceptable.” [Twitter]
It’s Monday — Light rain starting in the afternoon. High of 75 and low of 61. Sunrise at 5:51 am and sunset at 8:22 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.
Local non-profits donate school supplies — “On Wednesday May 18, 2022, the entrance of Francis C. Hammond Middle School was flooded with backpacks of school, hygiene, and arts and crafts supplies.” [Zebra]
It’s Friday — Partly cloudy throughout the day. High of 89 and low of 66. Sunrise at 5:53 am and sunset at 8:20 pm. [Weather.gov]
Mother of teen killed in attempted carjacking speaks out — “A mother is mourning the death of her 18-year-old son, who was fatally shot Friday in Alexandria, Virginia, after police say he and three other teens tried to carjack a man at a gas station and the man opened fire.” [NBC]
It’s Thursday — Rain in the morning. High of 81 and low of 62. Sunrise at 5:54 am and sunset at 8:19 pm. [Weather.gov]
