When Alexandria residents want to know what’s happening in their community, they turn to ALXnow. Since launching in 2019, the local news site has become the go-to source for everything from City Council updates to restaurant openings, building a loyal readership of more than 250,000 engaged monthly visitors.
But here’s what many local business owners don’t realize: That same platform that keeps Alexandrians informed can also help promote your business to the community that matters most.
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First off, thank you for following us on Facebook, Instagram, Threads, Bluesky, and X. (And if you don’t already, you know what to do.)
If you want more local news, join the 9,000+ people who have already signed up for the free daily newsletter.
Finding the right audience in a vibrant city like Alexandria is key to business growth, and ALXnow provides a direct connection to the community’s heart.
Since launching in 2019, ALXnow has become a trusted news source, rapidly growing to reach over 250,000 engaged monthly visitors (as of our 2024 data). This readership isn’t just passing through; they are the people who live, work, and invest in Alexandria and its surrounding areas, actively seeking local information, making ALXnow the premier digital platform to place your message for maximum local impact.
Alexandria businesses and organizations have stories worth telling. Whether you’ve launched a new menu item, earned an industry award, or opened your doors for the first time, ALXnow helps you connect with the community that matters most.
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Whether you’re craving an egg sandwich or a bagel piled high with your favorite toppings, there are quite a few spots around Alexandria to get your fix.
Here are the nominees for “Best Bagel Shop in Alexandria” as part of our ALXnow Readers’ Choice awards.
Good morning, Alexandria! Today is Thursday, June 12, the 163rd day of 2025. There are 202 days left in the year.
☀️ Today’s weather: Sunny, with a high near 94 degrees. Calm wind becoming southwest 5 to 7 mph in the afternoon. There is an Air Quality Alert in effect for today. Mostly cloudy tonight, with a low around 71 degrees. South wind around 6 mph.
You already know that ALXnow is the go-to place for local news. But did you know that you can also promote your news on the site?
Yes, the new item on your menu or the award you just won from an industry association is unlikely to be headline news that we would cover. But you can submit it to us as an announcement.
Since its launch in March, the ALXnow Press Club has been steadily growing, offering readers a unique way to deepen their connection with their community and the news that shapes it. Now, ALXnow is inviting all its readers to consider joining this vital initiative, which bolsters the local journalism that keeps Alexandrians informed and engaged.
At the heart of the ALXnow mission is a core belief: local, independent journalism should be accessible to everyone. That’s why all our daily reporting, from breaking news to in-depth community features, remains free for all to read, without a paywall in sight. The Press Club is designed to uphold and strengthen this commitment.
You already know that ALXnow is the go-to place for local news. But did you know that you can also promote your news on the site?
Yes, the new item on your menu or the award you just won from an industry association is unlikely to be headline news that we would cover. But you can submit it to us as an announcement.
Summer in Alexandria is about to be buzzing with activity, and it’s the perfect time for your business to shine! Finding the right local audience is key to growth, and ALXnow provides your most direct and effective connection to the heart of our community.
Since launching in 2019, ALXnow has become Alexandria’s trusted go-to news source, rapidly growing to reach over 250,000 engaged monthly local readers (2024 data). These aren’t just passive viewers; they are the people who live, work, play, and invest in Alexandria and its surrounding areas. This summer, as they actively seek out information on local events, dining, services, and shopping, ALXnow is where they turn – making us the premier digital platform to place your message for maximum local impact.
