Saturday, September 29
ACCT Presents ‘The Count of Monte Cristo’
Charles Morey’s adaptation of Alexandre Dumas' novel features betrayal, obsession, and redemption.
Thursday, September 27
Conflict over Bike Trails
Getting around Huntley Meadows Park is an obstacle to some bicyclists.
Bike trails axed from county plan in Mount Vernon area.
Wednesday, September 26
Giving Back to the Neighborhood
The block party had music, munchies and lederhosen.
DRP Block Party rocks.
‘Fall for the Book’ Festival Returns
Book festival connecting readers with national and local authors.
Climate Forum Highlights Sharp Differences
Faith Alliance for Climate Solutions hosts public forum featuring Kaine and Stewart.
Tuesday, September 25
Commentary: Expand Criminal Fine Reform
Almost one million Virginians have had their licenses suspended due to unpaid court fines and other charges.
Monday, September 24
Not Enough Businesses in Alexandria
City’s Master Plan advances in some areas, behind pace in commercial development.
More, Smarter Transportation Capacity Needed
Population to outpace region-wide investment in transit and highway expansion.
Friday, September 21
TC Running Back Eaton a Bright Spot in Lopsided Loss
Titans lose to Robinson, will host Patriot Pioneers on Saturday.
A New Era for Affordable Housing in Alexandria
City moves from rehabilitating old apartment buildings to developing new affordable units.
Alexandria is falling behind its affordable housing goal, creating or preserving about half of the units that were anticipated five years ago. But now that that restaurant diners will be chipping in an extra $5 million a year, city officials are poised to move forward with an aggressive new slate of affordable housing development. Gone are the days when city officials could get their hands on a few 1940s garden apartments here and there to rehabilitate. These days the thinking at City Hall is developing new units as part of a grand strategy to build their way out of an affordable housing crisis.
Tuesday, September 18
Glory Days Grill Celebrates Grand Opening in Alexandria
Alexandria Commons is 15th Virginia location.
Alexandria High School Football Coaches Night Set for Sept. 19
Sportsman’s Club to honor student athletes.
Know Your City: Early Care and Education in Alexandria
A look at the ecosystem serving Alexandria’s youngest.
New Preschool Center Opens in Alexandria
ACPS’s Early Childhood Center aims to meet need, streamline pre-K.
Monday, September 17
Suicide by Officer Prompts Chief To Combat ‘Silent Epidemic’
“Consequences of the Badge” relates firsthand battles to let everyone, including public safety officers, know that it’s okay to seek help.
Navigating the Tween Years
Child development experts offer suggestions for a difficult period of development.
Turning Point Suffragist Memorial To Be Built at Occoquan Regional Park
$2 million project to be dedicated on Aug. 26, 2020.
Foundation to Honor Ellen and Jim Dyke
Raise the Region Gala will support critical needs in Northern Virginia.
A Visit to ‘August: Osage County’ in Alexandria
LTA presents drama about dysfunctional family in rural Oklahoma.
Wednesday, September 12
Tuesday, September 11
Opinion: Endangered Species Act Threatened
The administration launches an attempt to roll back rules set forth by the Act.
Monday, September 10
Applying Hard-Earned Lessons about Education in Alexandria
Gwendolyn Hubbard Lewis provides "Reach and Rise for Excellence."
‘It Takes a Lot of Subsidy’ in Alexandria
Sources stretch to fund forthcoming homeless shelter, affordable housing.
Density, Dollars, or Displacement in Alexandria?
Commission approves housing affordability preservation strategy.
Sunday, September 9
Wednesday, September 5
Tuesday, September 4
T.C. Williams’ Eaton Scores Six Touchdowns Against Osbourn Park
Titan running back ties school record against Yellow Jackets
‘A Knotty Problem’ in Alexandria
Testing shows persistent student achievement gaps in public schools.
‘A Singular Opportunity’ in Alexandria
Planning Commission, City Council to consider targeted housing affordability plan.
Saturday, September 1
Bad Hair Day Charms Area Audiences
The group focuses on oldies, British Invasion hits and classic rock.