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Weather Alert: Coastal Flood Advisory issued for Alexandria

Published May 13, 2025 at 9:00PM

Flooding in Old Town (staff photo by James Cullum)

Alexandria is bracing for possible coastal flooding, with water levels expected to rise up to one and a half feet above ground in some low-lying areas.

The National Weather Service in Baltimore, MD/Washington, DC has issued a Coastal Flood Advisory for the city. The advisory starts at 12:25 a.m. on Wednesday (May 14) and runs until 3 p.m. on the same day.

Rental of the Day: 118 Princess Street

By ALXnow.com

Published May 13, 2025 at 5:45PM

Noteworthy: Upscale Old Town townhome steps from the waterfront, King St, shops, and dining!

Upscale, renovated townhome in the heart of Old Town Alexandria—just steps from Founders Park, the waterfront, and three blocks to King Street. This home features an open concept main floor with hardwood floors, a sunken living room with high ceilings, fireplace, and built-in bookshelves. The gourmet kitchen boasts rich wood cabinetry, granite counters, stainless appliances, and a large butcher block island, opening to a bright dining room.

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Notes: Wheel Day 2025 set to roll through Alexandria’s Beverley Hills

By ALXnow.com

Published May 13, 2025 at 8:00AM

Wheel Day. (via North Ridge Citizens' Association)

Good Tuesday morning, Alexandria!

⛈️ Today’s weather: Showers. High near 69 degrees. East wind 7 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph. The chance of precipitation is 100%. New precipitation amounts between three-quarters and one inch are possible. Showers and possibly a thunderstorm tonight. Low around 64 degrees. East wind 6 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 26 mph. The chance of precipitation is 90%. New rainfall amounts between a half and three-quarters of an inch are possible.

Listing of the Day: 521 North Washington St #201

By ALXnow.com

Published May 12, 2025 at 5:45PM

Noteworthy: Gourmet kitchen offers quartz counters, top-of-the-line Bosch appliances

Enjoy this 2017 newly constructed, 2 bed/2 bath open concept layout with high ceilings, gleaming wide plank engineered wood floors, designer lighting and fixtures throughout! Elevator from the garage opens directly into the unit! One garage parking spot conveys (spot #5).

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Notes: Get ready for some road work, Alexandria

By ALXnow.com

Published May 12, 2025 at 8:00AM

Paving Operations (via City of Alexandria)

Good Monday morning, Alexandria!

⛈️ Today’s weather: A slight chance of showers after 2 p.m. Increasing clouds, with a high near 80 degrees. Calm wind becoming south 5 to 9 mph in the morning. The chance of precipitation is 20%. Showers tonight, mainly after midnight. Low around 65 degrees. Southeast wind 5 to 8 mph. The chance of precipitation is 80%. New precipitation amounts between a tenth and a quarter of an inch are possible.

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Notes: Today marks 276 years since 60 acres were designated for a new settlement called Alexandria

By ALXnow.com

Published May 11, 2025 at 8:05AM

An 1863 aerial view of Alexandria from the Potomac River with Fort Ellsworth visible on the hill in the center background

Good Sunday morning, Alexandria!

⛈️ Today’s weather: Partly sunny, with a high near 83 degrees. Calm wind becoming west around five mph in the afternoon. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 59 degrees. Southeast wind around six mph becoming light and variable after midnight.

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Alexandria’s “40 Over 40” revealed: See who’s being honored

By ALXnow.com

Published May 9, 2025 at 2:30PM

The Chamber ALX will honor 40 Over 40 honorees. (via The Chamber ALX)

The Alexandria Chamber of Commerce is recognizing seasoned professionals with its new “40 Over 40” initiative, which spotlights individuals who are making waves in their industries and communities.

In an email to members, the Chamber ALX revealed the names of 40 honorees who are pushing boundaries, redefining success, and demonstrating exceptional leadership and innovation.

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PNC Alexandria Half raises more than $20,000 for Boys & Girls Club of Alexandria

By ALXnow.com

Published May 9, 2025 at 2:00PM

2025 PNC Alexandria Half produced by Pacers Running. Alexandria, VA. Sunday, 27 April 2025. (Swim Bike Run Photo/Erin Sutherland)

The PNC Alexandria Half Marathon‘s debut on April 27 brought nearly 5,800 participants to Old Town, raising over $20,000 for the Boys & Girls Club of Alexandria.

This new event, which replaces the PNC Parkway Classic, included a half-marathon, 5K, and kids’ dash. Pacers Running organized the race, and PNC Bank was the main sponsor.

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Got an Alexandria event? Get it seen! Submit to ALXnow’s calendar and connect with locals

By ALXnow.com

Published May 9, 2025 at 12:30PM

A paper calendar (Photo by Eric Rothermel on Unsplash)

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