After seven years in Alexandria, Glory Days Grill permanently closed its doors on Duke Street on Monday, May 26.
The sports-themed family restaurant chain, which has 39 corporate and franchised restaurants in six states, shared the following note on social media:
The Alexandria Choral Society is getting ready to hit the road for an exciting tour of Ireland and Scotland. Before they go, they’re putting on a special concert called “To the Road” on June 14, at 7 p.m. at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church (100 W Luray Ave.).
The concert’s lineup is inspired by their upcoming trip, featuring music from Mendelssohn, Tallis, Alice Parker, and Alexandria’s own B.E. Boykin. They’re also throwing in some traditional Irish and Scottish tunes for good measure.
Visit Alexandria’s President & CEO Todd O’Leary leads with the belief that travel is a force for good, inspiring visitors to deepen their travel experiences by connecting with Alexandria’s myriad stories. That’s why 2026 National Travel and Tourism Week (May 3-9, 2026) isn’t just any week. It’s a time to reflect and celebrate the important role that tourism plays in bringing people together across cultures and geographies, creating shared understandings and memories that last a lifetime. This year’s theme, “Postmarked: Essential,” takes on special significance as Alexandria prepares to host several major events this summer, bringing the stories of our local community onto the world stage.
“This year’s National Travel and Tourism Week celebrations seem particularly fitting, given all the momentum we’re seeing in Alexandria’s hospitality industry,” said Visit Alexandria’s President & CEO Todd O’Leary. “As tourism grows in importance here, the dividends from visitor spending support our small business owners and ultimately our residents. Visit Alexandria is proud of the work done by our local industry to keep this city top of mind for domestic and international travelers.”
Last fall, Visit Alexandria announced that Alexandria’s tourism spending from travelers residing more than 50 miles away grew to $1 billion for the first time in history during calendar year 2024. Additionally, Fiscal Year 2025 city consumption tax revenues reached a record $88 million—supporting core city services, saving the average Alexandria household $832 annually, and sustaining more than 5,700 local jobs.
In conjunction with this year’s America 250th commemorations, Alexandria will host programs, exhibitions, historic tours and signature events, including the three-day Sails on the Potomac festival—all of which showcase Alexandria’s renowned historic character and ever-evolving progressive nature. As Alexandria continues to make waves on the world stage, especially as a destination for sports tourism, the city will serve as the official Team Base Camp for the Croatian National Football Team, a FIFA top ten ranked team, during the World Cup. With state-of-the-art facilities, a wide range of accommodations, a wealth of visitor experiences and incredible transportation access, Alexandria’s prominence in sports tourism is growing. (more…)
A balcony fire at an apartment building in the West End was quickly extinguished Monday morning (May 26), and no injuries were reported.
The Alexandria Fire Department responded to 203 Yoakum Parkway at around 7:45 a.m. to find a fire showing from a fourth-floor apartment balcony. The two occupants inside the apartment were unharmed, and the fire was contained to the balcony, according to AFD dispatches.
Get ready for smoother rides, Alexandria, but be prepared for some temporary adjustments.
The City of Alexandria is launching a series of street repaving and concrete maintenance projects this week, from May 27th to May 30th, affecting several key roadways. Drivers, cyclists, and pedestrians should anticipate lane closures, parking restrictions, and potential delays in the affected areas as crews work to improve the city’s infrastructure.
Come celebrate the 250th anniversary of America’s War for Independence with renowned music historians David & Ginger Hildebrand for performances of special period music. The Hildebrands will don period attire to discuss and perform music associated with Alexandria’s sister cities: Caen, France; Dundee, Scotland; Helsingborg, Sweden; and Gyumri, Armenia. Scottish music was especially influential in the American colonies, and once the French joined the Revolutionary cause there were musical celebrations for Generals LaFayette, Rochambeau and other French leaders. This concert event is part of the “Alexandria commemorates America’s 250” campaign. David & Ginger specialize in researching, recording, and performing early American music. Since 1980 they have presented concerts and educational programs throughout the country and abroad at museums, historic sites, schools and universities. Mount Vernon, The National Gallery of Art, The National Archives, and Colonial Williamsburg are among their many past sponsors.
Tickets are $20.
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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.
Four people are now in stable condition after a shooting in Alexandria’s Arlandria neighborhood early Monday (May 26).
The Alexandria Police Department (APD) is looking into the incident, which happened in the 3800 block of Florence Drive. Three men and one woman were shot.
The City of Alexandria wants to hear from you about proposed safety improvements near Alexandria City High School on King Street. They’re hosting an open house on June 3 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. in the school’s cafeteria at 3330 King St.
The Department of Transportation and Environmental Services is leading this effort to enhance safety and improve traffic flow in front of the school. Residents will have a chance to learn about current conditions and proposed changes and share their thoughts with the project team.
Good Monday morning, Alexandria!
🌥️ Today’s weather: Scattered sprinkles before 11 a.m. Mostly sunny, with a high near 75 degrees. Calm wind becoming north around 5 mph. Partly cloudy tonight, with a low around 54 degrees. Calm wind.
