The suspect in the assault of the station manager at the Braddock Road Metro station skipped his arraignment Thursday morning (Oct. 31).
Alexandria Circuit Court Judge Rebecca J. Wade issued a bench warrant against Martinez Juan Robertson of Woodbridge for not appearing in court. Robertson was arrested by Metro Transit Police on the morning of Oct. 16 — two days after the incident — and charged with assault and battery, a misdemeanor.
The ribbon was cut at Inova Health Center – Oakville today, promising a future of emergency and outpatient services for many neighborhoods in and around Alexandria.
The facility officially opens on Nov. 6 at 7 a.m., offering a 24/7 emergency department, outpatient surgery, specialty care and more.
This recurring Most and Least Expensive Home feature is sponsored by Adrianna Vallario of Compass. Based in the North Ridge area of Alexandria City, Adrianna is more than just a real estate agent – she is a trusted advisor, relocation expert, and community advocate.In October 2026, 26 detached homes sold, 50 condos sold, and 41 townhomes sold. Detached home sales are down 40% when compared to the same time period last year, condos are down 52%, and townhomes are down 18%.
Most Expensive Detached Home Sales:
Least Expensive Townhome Sales:
If you have any questions about these listings, or are looking to make a move in the DMV, please contact Adrianna Vallario – Your Alexandria Real Estate Agent.
Here’s a roundup of all the events, live music, and entertainment happening around Alexandria this weekend, Friday, November 1, through Sunday, November 3, 2024.
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Join artist Nora Naranjo Morse (Kha’p’o Owenge ([Santa Clara Pueblo]), creator of Always Becoming, and the community that cares for the museum’s ephemeral outdoor sculpture family, to learn about the project’s evolution over the past two decades, and what the future holds.
Learn about the art of clay, traditions of sustainability in Pueblo building techniques, and more. Visitors can enjoy family-friendly art activities, dance performances by the Zuni Olla Maidens, watch a short film, and multiple opportunities to hear from the artist, her family, and museum experts that have contributed to the care and revitalization of the sculptures.
Say hello to the lovely Royal, a 3-year-old brown and white pup who is ready for her forever home!
Royal is currently up for adoption through the Animal Welfare League of Alexandria.
If you are interested in learning more about Continuing Care Retirement Communities (also known as "Life Plan Communities"), whether for yourself or for a loved one, please join our free workshop on Wednesday, November 4 from 5:00-7:00 at the Arlington office of Long & Foster. We are hosting this workshop in conjunction with Lisa Bates of the Williamsburg Landing community, which is a particularly excellent model of the way these communities work, and one you may wish to consider!
– How do Continuing Care Retirement Communities work?
– What do they offer?
– How much do they cost, and what are the financial models offered?
– How do you how to evaluate them, and choose the one that's right for you?
– How do you make a plan for a move like this?
– How do you handle a lifetime's worth of possessions?
Be aware that the School Zone speed limits will now be in effect during the day at Alexandria City High School starting next month.
The City of Alexandria announced an “expanded enforcement of school zone speed limits” beginning on Monday, Nov. 4. The release said school zone speed limits will be active at the King Street and Minnie Howard campuses during the school day, in addition to morning arrival and afternoon dismissals.
Good Thursday morning, Alexandria!
☀️ Today’s weather: Expect sunshine and temperatures reaching around 80 degrees accompanied by a southwest wind blowing at 7 to 11 mph, with gusts up to 20 mph. Later in the evening, there will be a slight chance of showers after 2 am, partly cloudy skies, and a low temperature near 64 degrees. The southwest wind will be around 11 to 14 mph with gusts as high as 22 mph, and there will be a 20% chance of precipitation.
The Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) said it’s shutting down the northbound ramp to Seminary Road tonight (Thursday) for asphalt work.
The ramp at Exit 4 will be closed from 10 p.m. to 5 a.m., weather permitting.
A nine-year-old child, an adult pedestrian and a motorcyclist were injured in a crash Wednesday night in Old Town (Oct. 30).
At around 6 p.m., APD received a call from witnesses that a motorcyclist struck two pedestrians.
Just a few days after an alert for the Taylor Run area, the Alexandria Health Department has issued a second rabies alert: this time for the Dora Kelley Nature Park vicinity.
The alert comes after a raccoon came into contact with a dog on Oct. 27 on the Dora Kelley Nature Park trail, four miles from Taylor Run. The raccoon tested positive for rabies.
