The City of Alexandria Department of Transportation and Environmental Services (T&ES) is encouraging the public to be aware of air quality alerts and find ways to cut down on air pollution as part of Air Quality Action Days.
The program, which runs through September, is designed to raise awareness of the health and environmental dangers associated with ground-level ozone and fine particulate matter, commonly referred to as smog.
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.
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.
Alexandria is set to buzz with activity this Memorial Day weekend, offering residents and visitors a diverse lineup of events from Friday, May 23, through Monday, May 26.
This weekend has something for everyone, whether you’re looking to enjoy live performances from bands like The Manhattans, get creative at a boozy bonsai workshop, explore local history at the Lee-Fendall House, or attend a solemn Memorial Day ceremony.
Good Thursday morning, Alexandria!
⛈️ Today’s weather: A chance of showers after 2 p.m. Sunny during the morning, then cloudy during the afternoon, with a high near 80 degrees. Calm wind becoming southeast around 5 mph in the afternoon. The chance of precipitation is 30%. A chance of showers and thunderstorms tonight, then showers and possibly a thunderstorm after 8 p.m. Low around 58 degrees. The chance of precipitation is 80%.
Virginia’s voting season is gearing up, with early voting starting on Friday, May 2, ahead of the June 17 Democratic Primary Election.
Voters will choose nominees for Lieutenant Governor and Attorney General in the upcoming Primary.
ALXnow readers were paying attention this week to stories about a toll charge scam, how you can get free coffee for a year, and the impact tariffs are having locally.
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