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The Alexandria Brief @alexandriabrief.com · 21/09/2026

As of 6:31 p.m., Dominion Energy reports that 594 customers in Alexandria are without power. The current estimated time of restoration is between 9 p.m. and 12 a.m. Outage map and updates here: dlvr.it/TVb06x

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The Alexandria Brief @alexandriabrief.com · 20/08/2026

APD TRAFFIC ALERT: “North Washington St. is closed between Prince St. and King St. due to a vehicle crash. Prince St. between Columbus and South Washington is also affected. Only southbound traffic onto Washington Street is allowed at this time. Please avoid the area. Expect delays”.

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The Alexandria Brief @alexandriabrief.com · 17/08/2026

Crews responded to a reported water main break near W. Timber Branch Parkway and W. Alexandria Avenue earlier this evening. Police confirmed the break and said the water utility had been notified, with no estimated repair time. The Brief has asked Virginia American Water for an update. (Benjamin M.)

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The Alexandria Brief @alexandriabrief.com · 04/08/2026

Voter turnout as of 4 p.m. Polls are open until 7 p.m.

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The Alexandria Brief @alexandriabrief.com · 20/07/2026

🚨 TRAFFIC ALERT | Westbound Duke St. is closed between Pickett St. and N. Paxton St. while public safety personnel respond to an incident, according to Alexandria Police. Avoid the area and expect delays. We've reached out for more information. Photo via APD

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The Alexandria Brief @alexandriabrief.com · 17/07/2026

The city is under a Code Purple Air Quality Alert today, the second-most dangerous level on the Air Quality Index, as wildfire smoke from Canada blankets the region. Full story and resources - www.alexandriabrief.com/wildfire-smo... (Camera views courtesy of the City of Alexandria)

Old Town essentially empty on a Friday afternoon, the Potomac barely visible through the haze, Market Square a construction site under a grey-white sky.

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The Alexandria Brief @alexandriabrief.com · 05/07/2026

Here's a look at what's happening around Alexandria today; enjoy! Read and subscribe at alexandriabrief.com.

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The Alexandria Brief @alexandriabrief.com · 04/07/2026

Happy Fourth of July! For more details on any event or listing, visit alexandriabrief.com.

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The Alexandria Brief @alexandriabrief.com · 03/07/2026

Here's a look at what's happening today in Alexandria. For more details on any event or listing, visit alexandriabrief.com.

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The Alexandria Brief @alexandriabrief.com · 02/07/2026

Here's a look at what's happening today in Alexandria. For more details on any event or listing, and to read and subscribe, visit alexandriabrief.com.

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The Alexandria Brief @alexandriabrief.com · 01/07/2026

Here's a look at what's happening around Alexandria today; enjoy! For more information on any event or listing, visit alexandriabrief.com (link in bio).

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The Alexandria Brief @alexandriabrief.com · 30/06/2026

Here's a look at what's happening today in Alexandria - Tuesday, June 30. For more information on any event or listing, visit alexandriabrief.com.

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The Alexandria Brief @alexandriabrief.com · 29/06/2026

Here's a look at what's happening in Alexandria today. For more details on any event or listing, visit alexandriabrief.com.

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The Alexandria Brief @alexandriabrief.com · 28/06/2026

Here's what's happening today in Alexandria; enjoy! For more information on any event or listing, visit alexandriabrief.com.

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The Alexandria Brief @alexandriabrief.com · 27/06/2026

Here's a look at what's going on today in Alexandria. For more information on any event or listing, visit alexandriabrief.com.

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The Alexandria Brief @alexandriabrief.com · 26/06/2026

Here's a look at what's happening in Alexandria today. For more information on any event or listing, or to see what's happening this weekend, visit alexandriabrief.com.

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The Alexandria Brief @alexandriabrief.com · 25/06/2026

Today in Alexandria: Thursday, June 25 Full rundown at alexandriabrief.com.

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The Alexandria Brief @alexandriabrief.com · 24/06/2026

Today in Alexandria: Wednesday, June 24. Full edition: alexandriabrief.com

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The Alexandria Brief @alexandriabrief.com · 03/04/2026

We are excited to share the launch of Local News Day, a new nationwide day of action happening April 9, 2026, dedicated to connecting communities with trusted local news and information. Visit localnewsday.org to explore the campaign and participating newsrooms. @localnewsday.bsky.social

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The Alexandria Brief @alexandriabrief.com · 16/03/2026

As of 8:45 a.m., 955 Dominion Energy customers are without power. The cause is pending investigation. Estimated restoration time is between 12 p.m. - 3 p.m. See outage map/report outages here - outagemap.dominionenergy.com

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The Alexandria Brief @alexandriabrief.com · 15/03/2026

On this day in 1762, Dr. Elisha Cullen Dick was born. He became George Washington's physician and attended his death, went bankrupt, lost his Duke Street home — and was still elected Mayor of Alexandria. He's buried where Barrett Branch Library now stands. www.alexandriava.gov/historic-ale...

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The Alexandria Brief @alexandriabrief.com · 13/03/2026

On this day in Alexandria's history: In 1847, Alexandria was formally retroceded from the District of Columbia back to Virginia. The city had been part of the original 100-square-mile federal district since 1801. More from Historic Alexandria here - www.alexandriava.gov/historic-ale...

Map of Retrocession. The Washington Herald, January 18th, 1910.

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The Alexandria Brief @alexandriabrief.com · 10/02/2026

🚨 The City will begin removing snow and ice from Mt. Vernon Avenue tonight after 5 p.m. and tomorrow morning, according to the Del Ray Business Association.

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The Alexandria Brief @alexandriabrief.com · 04/02/2026

Covering the things you care about, in detail. That's the job. Subscribe and support at alexandriabrief.com

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The Alexandria Brief @alexandriabrief.com · 28/01/2026

If Thursday is your normal trash day, tomorrow is your trash day. Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday service cancelled this week.

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The Alexandria Brief @alexandriabrief.com · 28/01/2026

Just in: SnowReport Tracker Now Live with Timely Reporting

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The Alexandria Brief @alexandriabrief.com · 28/01/2026

Just In: Weather Update: Alexandria Libraries to Close Early Wednesday

Weather Update: Alexandria Libraries to Close Early Wednesday
All Alexandria Library locations will close at 6 PM on Wednesday, January 28, 2026, due to ongoing winter weather conditions.

For up-to-date information, visit the Library's website at alexlibraryva.org.

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The Alexandria Brief @alexandriabrief.com · 28/01/2026

It could me a messy evening commute, according to the National Weather Service.

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The Alexandria Brief @alexandriabrief.com · 28/01/2026

Inbox: Indivisible Coalition Sets Feb. 6 Protest in Alexandria over Citizens Bank/ICE Connection

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The Alexandria Brief @alexandriabrief.com · 28/01/2026

All City of Alexandria government offices, facilities, and courts will open at 10 a.m. on Wednesday. www.alexandriava.gov/Alert

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The Alexandria Brief @alexandriabrief.com · 28/01/2026

ICYMI: ACPS offering free lunch to all under age of 18 tomorrow.

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The Alexandria Brief @alexandriabrief.com · 28/01/2026

ICYMI: “Due to post-storm weather conditions, trash, recycling, yard waste, and curbside composting collection is cancelled for Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday this week. There will not be a make-up run taking place for these days.”

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The Alexandria Brief @alexandriabrief.com · 27/01/2026

The Alexandria Brief delivers local news, analysis, and stories that matter—straight to your inbox every weekday morning. It's 100% free. No paywall. No ads. Just independent journalism by a neighbor, for neighbors. Subscribe at alexandriabrief.com?utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky_

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The Alexandria Brief @alexandriabrief.com · 16/01/2026

Live in the shaded area? You pick the Democratic nominee for House District 5 on Tuesday. Beatley Library or Charles Houston Rec Center, 8:30am-7pm. More details www.alexandriabrief.com/p/house-dist...

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The Alexandria Brief @alexandriabrief.com · 15/01/2026

Business News: The Hotel Heron at 699 Prince Street has joined Hilton's Curio Collection, giving guests access to Hilton Honors benefits while retaining its independent branding.

Hotel Heron Joins Curio Collection by Hilton

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The Alexandria Brief @alexandriabrief.com · 31/12/2025

The City of Alexandria is reminding everyone to celebrate New Year’s responsibly. Use the free DASHBus, apply Lyft’s SoberRide code, or ride the Metro Forward bus or rail for free between 8 p.m. on December 31 to 2 a.m. on January 1.

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The Alexandria Brief @alexandriabrief.com · 03/12/2025

Alexandria Police are asking for help locating Hieu Ngo, 29, last seen Nov. 26 near the 4800 block of Eisenhower Ave. If you have information, call 703-746-4444.

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The Alexandria Brief @alexandriabrief.com · 03/12/2025

🚧 TRAFFIC ALERT: Lane closure coming to E. Abingdon Dr. near N. Washington St. starting Monday, Dec. 8. Sewer pipe repairs will close one lane through Dec. 11. Plan alternate routes if you use this stretch during your commute. (Image via City of Alexandria)

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The Alexandria Brief @alexandriabrief.com · 02/12/2025

Independent journalism that makes you smarter about Alexandria, Virginia. Deep dives delivered daily, powered by neighbors, free for all. Sign up at alexandriabrief.com.

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The Alexandria Brief @alexandriabrief.com · 23/11/2025

It’s officially the holiday season in Alexandria!

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The Alexandria Brief @alexandriabrief.com · 18/11/2025

Community-focused independent journalism for Alexandria, VA. Essential news and information, delivered straight to your inbox. Powered by neighbors. Free for all. Sign up at alexandriabrief.com?utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky_.

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The Alexandria Brief @alexandriabrief.com · 05/11/2025

Here’s what you need to know for Wednesday, November 5, 2025. www.alexandriabrief.com/p/the-brief…

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The Alexandria Brief @alexandriabrief.com · 03/11/2025

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