Alexandria News
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A Young Innovator is Bringing Alexandria’s History to Life Through Augmented Reality
Alexandria, VA- There is still plenty of reason to be optimistic about the future. For Felix Trask, a rising junior…
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Alexandria Seeks Public Input on Updated Historic District Design Guidelines
Alexandria’s Board of Architectural Review will seek public input Aug. 19 on proposed Design Guideline updates for the Old and…
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George Washington’s Enduring Gift to Religious Freedom Honored at Basilica of St. Mary
ALEXANDRIA, Va. — More than two centuries ago, George Washington quietly helped Alexandria’s small Catholic community build its first church.…
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Alexandria National Night Out 2026 Guide: Find All 54 Neighborhood Events on Aug. 4
Alexandria will celebrate its biggest National Night Out yet on Aug. 4, with events planned at 54 locations across the…
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Bring Your Dog and Walk With Alexandria Police Chief Tarrick McGuire Aug. 4
The Alexandria Community Dog Walk welcomes residents from across the city to walk with Police Chief Tarrick McGuire during National…
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Grandstands Rise for Freedom 250 Grand Prix in Washington, D.C.
Grandstands are rising along the National Mall as Washington prepares for the inaugural Freedom 250 Grand Prix. The INDYCAR race…
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Register Now: ACPS Urges Families to Enroll New Students Before School Starts
Alexandria City Public Schools is asking families to register new students before the 2026–27 school year begins Aug. 24. ACPS…
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TODAY: Mayor Alyia Gaskins to Kick Off Mayors’ Cup Send-Off Celebration
ALEXANDRIA, VA — Alexandria Mayor Alyia Gaskins will officially kick off the city’s Mayors’ Cup Send-Off Celebration today, Sunday, July…
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Why Was This Cardinal Carrying a Cigarette? Science Offers a Clue
An Alexandria, VA photographer spotted a female cardinal carrying what looked like a cigarette. The strange sight may have a…
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This 15-Year-Old Found a Free City Secret—and Alexandria Neighbors Can’t Get Enough!
ALEXANDRIA, Va. — When the City of Alexandria offered a program to plant shade trees in front of residential homes…
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