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Good Friday morning, Alexandria! Today is Friday, July 4, the 185th day of 2025. There are 180 days left in the year. This is Independence Day.
On July 4, 1776, the Declaration of Independence was adopted by delegates to the Second Continental Congress in Philadelphia.
Alexandria Mayor Alyia Gaskins sharply criticized the Trump administration’s decision to slash $186 billion from the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program over the next decade, calling the cuts to food benefits for working families, seniors and children “not just bad policy” but “cruel.”
The cuts are part of President Donald Trump’s tax legislation that passed Congress by razor-thin margins—51-50 in the Senate with Vice President JD Vance casting the tiebreaking vote, and 218-214 in the House.
Good Thursday morning, Alexandria! Today is Thursday, July 3, the 184th day of 2025. There are 181 days left in the year. On this day in 1775, Gen. George Washington took command of the Continental Army at Cambridge, Massachusetts.
☀️ Today’s weather: Sunny, with a high near 91 degrees. Calm wind becoming northwest around 6 mph in the afternoon. Mostly clear tonight, with a low around 69 degrees. Light and variable wind.
Capital Bikeshare announced Monday (June 30) that it will increase prices across all membership tiers starting August 1, marking the first price adjustment since 2021 as the bike-sharing system grapples with unprecedented ridership growth and rising operational expenses.
The price hikes will affect both casual users and committed members, with annual memberships jumping from $95 to $120 and 30-day passes rising from $20 to $25. Day passes will increase from $8 to $10, while electric bike usage fees will climb from 10 cents to 15 cents per minute for members.
After more than two weeks of voting, Alexandria residents have spoken: The Chewish Deli reigns supreme as the city’s best bagel shop, according to ALXnow’s latest Readers’ Choice poll.
The Chewish Deli captured 46.53% of the vote with 2,502 ballots cast in their favor during the polling period that ran from June 15 through July 1, 2025. But the victory wasn’t a landslide—Bagel Uprising mounted a strong challenge, finishing a close second with 41.57% of votes and 2,235 supporters.
Noteworthy: Exceptional craftsmanship
Nestled in an exclusive enclave of distinguished homes, this elegant residence exudes charm and sophistication, starting with its captivating curb appeal and inviting covered front porch. Step through the impressive double doors into a grand foyer entrance, where you’ll immediately appreciate the exceptional craftsmanship that defines this home. The main level showcases beautifully refinished hardwood floors that seamlessly connect the formal living and dining rooms, a gourmet kitchen, a cozy family room, and a refined library.
Good morning, Alexandria! Today is Tuesday, July 1, the 182nd day of 2024. There are 183 days left in the year.
⛈️ Today’s weather: Showers and thunderstorms are likely, mainly after 4 p.m. Some of the storms could produce heavy rainfall. Increasing clouds, with a high near 91 degrees. Heat index values as high as 102 degrees. Southwest wind 6 to 9 mph, with gusts as high as 18 mph. The chance of precipitation is 60%—new rainfall amounts between a half and three-quarters of an inch are possible.
Good morning, Alexandria! Today is Monday, June 30, the 181st day of 2025. There are 184 days left in the year.
⛈️ Today’s weather: Showers and thunderstorms are likely, mainly after 3 p.m. Partly sunny, with a high near 91 degrees. Heat index values as high as 100. Calm wind becoming south 5 to 7 mph in the afternoon. The chance of precipitation is 70%—new rainfall amounts of less than a tenth of an inch, except higher amounts are possible in thunderstorms.
⛈️ Today’s weather: A chance of showers and thunderstorms before 2 p.m., then showers likely and possibly a thunderstorm between 2 p.m. and 3 p.m., then a chance of showers and thunderstorms after 3 p.m. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 79 degrees. East wind 6 to 8 mph. The chance of precipitation is 60%—new rainfall amounts of less than a tenth of an inch, except higher amounts are possible in thunderstorms.
A chance of showers and thunderstorms tonight before 2 a.m., then a slight chance of showers between 2 a.m. and 3 a.m. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 72 degrees. East wind around six mph, becoming calm in the evening. The chance of precipitation is 50%.
Good morning, Alexandria! Today is Tuesday, June 24, the 175th day of 2025. There are 190 days left in the year.
☀️ Today’s weather: Sunny and hot, with a high near 102 degrees. Heat index values as high as 111 degrees. Calm wind becoming northwest around 6 mph in the afternoon. Mostly clear tonight, with a low around 79 degrees. Calm wind.
The National Weather Service has issued an Extreme Heat Warning and Extreme Heat Watch for Alexandria and surrounding communities.
The Extreme Heat Warning is in effect from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. on Monday (June 23). The Extreme Heat Watch will be in effect from Tuesday morning (June 24) through the evening.
