The heat continues in Alexandria.
The National Weather Service on Tuesday (June 24) issued an Extreme Heat Warning for Wednesday (June 25).
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The Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) will reportedly take over the National Science Foundation (NSF) headquarters building (2415 Eisenhower Ave.), displacing more than 1,833 NSF employees who currently work there.
HUD Secretary Scott Turner and Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin reportedly plan to announce the takeover Wednesday (June 25), according to information provided to journalist Dan Garisto by multiple NSF staff members. The transition will occur over the next two years.
The Alexandria Archaeological Commission received the city’s 2025 Commission of the Year Impact Award at Tuesday night’s (June 24) City Council meeting, recognizing the group’s 50 years of work preserving and protecting archaeological artifacts throughout Alexandria.
Councilman John Chapman presented the award to the commission, which was established in 1975 as the first archaeological commission in the country. The recognition celebrates both the commission’s milestone anniversary and its ongoing impact on the city’s historical preservation efforts.
Due to a heat advisory in effect for Alexandria, the Department of Recreation, Parks, and Cultural Activities (RPCA) has postponed the next stop on their 18th Annual Community Cookout Series.
The cookout had been scheduled for Wednesday (June 25) at the Andrew Adkins Public Housing Community Center (1200 Block of Wythe Street).
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Alexandria’s public transit is getting a significant boost thanks to a $39.5 million investment approved by Virginia’s Commonwealth Transportation Board on Tuesday (June 24).
This funding, part of the I-395/95 Commuter Choice Program, aims to reduce traffic congestion in Northern Virginia by enhancing public transit options.
A former FedEx driver charged with grand larceny after more than $210,000 worth of cell phones were stolen from the company’s shipping facility in Alexandria admitted to his part in the scheme, according to the Alexandria Police Department.
The thefts began in December 2024, and the phones were in several packages intended for the Verizon Wireless store in Springfield (6432 Springfield Plaza) and were stolen from the FedEx shipping center at 4720 Eisenhower Avenue.
Alexandria residents living in the West End and Arlandria have shorter life expectancies, more health problems, and are more depressed than their neighbors living in more affluent areas.
That’s according to the city’s 2025 State of Health report, which found residents in those areas are disproportionately living below the poverty level and are more likely to be depressed, suffer from chronic conditions, have bad teeth, and more.
Hot enough for ya?
With heat index values reaching 111 degrees today, an Extreme Heat Warning is in effect in Alexandria until 9 p.m. tonight (June 25).
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Skipping July 4?
Del Ray’s monthly First Thursday street festival is returning with its “Red, White and Bloom” theme on July 3 from 6 p.m. until sunset.
The Animal Welfare League of Alexandria (AWLA) is expanding its community outreach efforts with the launch of its summer Alexandria Animal Academy, a comprehensive dog training program designed to help pet owners build stronger relationships with their four-legged companions.
The seven-week virtual training program, which begins Sunday, July 6, offers three specialized learning tracks targeting common behavioral challenges that dog owners face. At $200 per track, the courses aim to make professional dog training accessible to families throughout the region.
Mason Social is gearing up for a unique summer celebration.
From July 1 to 31, 2025, they’re hosting a “Mele Kalikimaka: Christmas in July” event, bringing an unexpected twist to the typical summer festivities.