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Notes: Alexandria streamlines loading zone process for businesses

By ALXnow.com
Loading zone at 218 N. Lee Street (image via Google Maps)

Good Wednesday morning, Alexandria!

⛈️ Today’s weather: Expect rain and a possible thunderstorm after 4pm with a high near 68, accompanied by breezy south winds reaching 16-20 mph and gusts up to 37 mph. Precipitation chances are 90%, with new rainfall amounts between a quarter and half-inch. By Wednesday night, anticipate rain and a potential thunderstorm before 7pm, followed by a chance of rain until 10pm, with a low around 31. Winds will shift to the northwest, blowing at 15-25 mph with gusts up to 47 mph, and precipitation chances drop to 80%. New rainfall amounts will be less than a tenth of an inch, with higher amounts possible in thunderstorms.

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Gaza ceasefire resolution ruffles feathers in Alexandria City Hall

By Vernon Miles
Protestors advocating for Palestinians' inclusion to the Human Rights proclamation (staff photo by Vernon Miles)

Within days of the Oct. 7 attack by Hamas on Israel, Alexandria’s City Hall was lit up with the colors of Israel. But after months of mounting civilian casualties in Gaza, a push for Alexandria to join cities calling for a ceasefire has faced significant opposition in City Hall.

A resolution calling for a ceasefire was raised as a recommendation at a Human Rights Commission (HRC) meeting earlier this month.

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Alexandria Republicans join opposition to Potomac Yard arena

By Vernon Miles
Map of Monumental Arena development (image courtesy of JBG SMITH)

The Potomac Yard arena fight has created a fascinating mix of opponents and supporters who don’t adhere to strict political party lines.

While Republican Governor Glenn Youngkin and Alexandria’s Democratic local leadership took the stage last year in support of the plan, Alexandria Republicans today joined State Sen. Louise Lucas and other Democrats opposed to the arena.

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Man charged with three felonies after gold necklace stolen from Alexandria pawn shop

By James Cullum
A man was arrested for three felonies after allegedly stealing a necklace from the First Cash Pawn SHop at 516-C S. Van Dorn Street (via Google Maps)

A 29-year-old Washington, D.C. man was arrested last month for allegedly stealing a $1,300 necklace from the First Cash Pawn shop in Alexandria’s West End and then trying to resell it the following day at the pawn shop’s Arlington location.

The 14-karat gold necklace was reported stolen from the shop at 516-C S. Van Dorn Street on August 19, 2023, and the suspect allegedly pawned it the following day at the First Cash Pawn at 89 N. Glebe Road in Arlington, according to a recently released search warrant affidavit.

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Thunderstorms forecast for Tuesday afternoon through Wednesday in Alexandria

By Vernon Miles
Cloudy weather outside of ALXnow editor's apartment (staff photo by Vernon Miles)

Anyone heading out this afternoon should remember to bring an umbrella: storms are likely inbound to Alexandria.

The National Weather Service (NWS) said rain is likely this afternoon, mainly after 2 p.m.

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Here’s what to know for this weekend’s St. Patrick’s Day Parade in Alexandria

By Vernon Miles
St. Patrick's Day Parade route 2024 (photo via Ballyshaners/Facebook)

Alexandria knows how to throw a great parade, and the upcoming St. Patrick’s Day Parade on Saturday, March 2, should be a good one.

The parade will start at the intersection of King and St. Asaph streets and move east along King Street to Lee Street. From there the parade turns north one block then heads back west along Cameron Street to the Pitt Street intersection.

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Notes: Public discussion planned this week for Robinson Terminal North development

By ALXnow.com
Plans for Robinson Terminal North (via City of Alexandria)

Good Tuesday morning, Alexandria!

⛈️ Today’s weather: Expect showers and thunderstorms with increasing clouds and a high near 66. South winds will rise from 6 to 11 mph to 13 to 18 mph in the afternoon, gusting up to 28 mph. There is a 60% chance of precipitation, with rain amounts between a tenth and a quarter of an inch. On Tuesday night, showers are likely after 7 pm, with cloudy skies, a low around 57, and breezy south winds at 15 to 23 mph, gusting up to 37 mph. The chance of precipitation is 70%, with less than a tenth of an inch of new precipitation possible.

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City Council and residents battle over Old Town development in court and tense meetings

By Vernon Miles
A rendering for 301 N. Fairfax Street in Old Town (via City of Alexandria)

The City of Alexandria is fighting with residents over a new development in court, but the battle spilled over into a public comment section that ended with a rebuke from the dais.

A lawsuit filed with the Circuit Court of Alexandria calls for a special use permit approved by the City Council in January to be invalidated, alleging the decision is in direct contradiction to the city zoning ordinance.

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Mason and Greens closed in Old Town

By Vernon Miles
Mason and Greens in Old Town (staff photo by James Cullum)

Updated 2/27: Justin Marino, owner of Mason and Greens, reached out to ALXnow. Marino said:

We would like to thank the community, the City and all who have supported our small business over the years. We had a good run, and hope we introduced you to new items that are good for you and the planet, and different ways to live a cleaner and better life. We will miss our customers the most, the Mason & Greens family wishes you the best, and much success in your journey to a more sustainable future!

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Collaboration combines Girl Scout ‘Thin Mints’ and chocolate custard in Old Town

By James Cullum
Double chocolate frozen custard with Thin Mints at Goodies Frozen Custard and Treats in Old Town (staff photo by James Cullum)

There’s a concert of flavors happening with the newest treat from Goodies Frozen Custard and Treats (200 Commerce Street) in Old Town.

Owner Brandon Byrd is collaborating with local Girl Scout Troop 60132 at George Washington Middle School throughout Girl Scout Cookie season (until March 18) with their double chocolate frozen custard. The eight-ounce $8 treat has Thin Mints and chocolate syrup.

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