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Notes: Step back in time with Civil War music at Fort Ward

Published June 10, 2025 at 8:00AM

The 8th Green Machine Regiment Band will perform at Fort Ward on June 14 (via The 8th Green Machine Regiment Band)

Good morning, Alexandria! Today is Tuesday, June 10, the 161st day of 2025. There are 204 days left in the year.

⛈️ Today’s weather: A chance of showers and thunderstorms, mainly between 3 p.m. and 4 p.m. Cloudy through mid-morning, then gradual clearing, with a high near 85 degrees. Calm wind becoming northwest 5 to 7 mph in the morning. The chance of precipitation is 40%.

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Notes: ‘The Wall That Heals’ arrives in Alexandria on Wednesday, will be open to the public Thursday through Sunday

By ALXnow.com

Published June 9, 2025 at 7:45AM | Updated June 9, 2025 at 8:40AM

The Wall That Heals exhibit features a three-quarter scale replica of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, D.C. The replica is 375 feet in length and stands 7.5 feet high at its tallest point. Visitors experience The Wall rising above them as they walk towards the apex, a key feature of the design of The Wall in D.C. (via VVMF)

🌥️ Today’s weather: Patchy fog before 10 a.m. Otherwise, cloudy through mid-morning, then gradual clearing, with a high near 84 degrees. Calm wind becoming east around 5 mph in the afternoon.

A chance of showers and thunderstorms tonight before 4 a.m., then a slight chance of showers between 4 a.m. and 5 a.m. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 69 degrees. Southeast wind around 5 mph becoming calm in the evening. The chance of precipitation is 40%.

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Weather Alert: Tornado Watch issued for Alexandria

By ALXnow.com

Published June 8, 2025 at 2:32PM

Tornado Watch for June 8 (via National Weather Service)

The National Weather Service has issued a Tornado Watch for Alexandria and surrounding communities.

The Tornado Watch, which was issued at 2:26 p.m. on Sunday, is in effect until 10 p.m. on Sunday.

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Be the Pulse of Alexandria: Why joining the ALXnow Press Club matters more than ever

By ALXnow.com

Published June 4, 2025 at 12:30PM

Since its launch in March, the ALXnow Press Club has been steadily growing, offering readers a unique way to deepen their connection with their community and the news that shapes it. Now, ALXnow is inviting all its readers to consider joining this vital initiative, which bolsters the local journalism that keeps Alexandrians informed and engaged.

At the heart of the ALXnow mission is a core belief: local, independent journalism should be accessible to everyone. That’s why all our daily reporting, from breaking news to in-depth community features, remains free for all to read, without a paywall in sight. The Press Club is designed to uphold and strengthen this commitment.

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Notes: Former Governor McAuliffe, Mayor Gaskins to join Levar Stoney at Alexandria rally ahead of Lt. Gov. Primary

By ALXnow.com

Published June 4, 2025 at 8:00AM | Updated June 18, 2025 at 6:05AM

Levar Stoney will rally in Alexandria (via Levar Stoney on Facebook)

Good Wednesday morning, Alexandria!

☀️ Today’s weather: Sunny, with a high near 88 degrees. South wind 5 to 10 mph. Increasing clouds tonight, with a low of around 66 degrees. South wind 3 to 8 mph.

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Notes: Alexandria shines a spotlight on Black history and culture with Juneteenth festivities and more

By ALXnow.com

Published June 3, 2025 at 7:45AM | Updated June 3, 2025 at 8:18AM

Alexandria celebrates Juneteenth. (Credit: Carol Jean Stalun Photography)

Good Tuesday morning, Alexandria!

☀️ Today’s weather: Sunny, with a high near 84 degrees. Calm wind becoming south around six mph in the afternoon. Mostly clear tonight, with a low of around 62 degrees. Southeast wind 3 to 5 mph.

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Notes: Alexandria to celebrate World Pride at 8th Annual Pride Fair on June 28

By ALXnow.com

Published May 30, 2025 at 8:30AM

Pride flag (photo via Sophie emeny/Unsplash)

Good Friday morning, Alexandria!

⛈️ Today’s weather: Scattered showers, then showers likely and possibly a thunderstorm after 5 p.m. Some of the storms could produce heavy rainfall. Cloudy through mid-morning, then gradual clearing, with a high near 81 degrees. Calm wind becoming southwest around six mph in the afternoon. The chance of precipitation is 60%—new rainfall amounts between a quarter and half of an inch are possible.

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Notes: Old Town Books owner Ally Kirkpatrick launches Fabled Ice Cream

By ALXnow.com

Published May 29, 2025 at 8:00AM | Updated May 29, 2025 at 4:05PM

Allyson Kirkpatrick of Old Town Books has launched Fabled Ice Cream (Photo via Fabled Ice Cream on Honeycomb Credit)

Good Thursday morning, Alexandria!

🌤️ Today’s weather: Patchy fog before 8 a.m. Otherwise, partly sunny, with a high near 79 degrees. Northwest wind around 5 mph becoming calm. Scattered showers and thunderstorms tonight before 2 a.m., then isolated showers after 5 a.m. Patchy fog after 3 a.m. Otherwise, mostly cloudy, with a low around 65 degrees. Light south wind. The chance of precipitation is 40%.

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Unlock Exclusive Access and Support Your Community: Join the ALXnow Press Club today!

By ALXnow.com

Published May 28, 2025 at 9:00AM

In an era where reliable local news is more crucial than ever, ALXnow is thrilled to offer readers an enhanced way to stay informed, save time, and directly contribute to the journalism that serves Alexandria. We invite you to become a founding member of the ALXnow Press Club, an exclusive membership designed to bring you closer to the news you care about while championing independent local reporting.

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Notes: Celebrate Pride in the West End on June 20

By ALXnow.com

Published May 28, 2025 at 8:00AM

ALXWEBA - West End Business Association will Celebrate Pride In The West End on June 20 (via ALXWEBA)

Good Wednesday morning, Alexandria!

⛈️ Today’s weather: Showers, with thunderstorms also possible after 2 p.m. Some of the storms could produce heavy rainfall. High near 64 degrees. East wind 7 to 16 mph, with gusts as high as 26 mph. The chance of precipitation is 100%. New rainfall amounts between 1 and 2 inches are possible. Scattered showers tonight, mainly before 11 p.m. Patchy fog after 9 p.m. Otherwise, it is cloudy, with a low of around 59 degrees. East wind 6 to 11 mph becoming north after midnight. Winds could gust as high as 21 mph. The chance of precipitation is 40%.

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Notes: Local pets to compete for ‘Animal of the Year’ title in Alexandria

By ALXnow.com

Published May 27, 2025 at 8:00AM

Alexandria's Next Animal Star: AWLA Launches 2026 Calendar Contest (via AWLA)

Good Tuesday morning, Alexandria!

🌥️ Today’s weather: Scattered showers, mainly after 5 p.m. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 71 degrees. Light and variable wind becoming southeast 5 to 10 mph in the morning. The chance of precipitation is 30%. Showers tonight. Low around 56 degrees. South wind around 8 mph, becoming east after midnight. The chance of precipitation is 80%—new precipitation amounts between a tenth and a quarter of an inch are possible.