School Zone Speed Cameras Back in Effect Starting Aug. 19
The City of Alexandria will resume enforcement of school zone speed cameras beginning August 19, 2024, the first day of school for Alexandria City Public Schools.
Community-Centered Health Assessment
All residents are invited to participate in Alexandria Health Department’s 2024 Community Health Assessment, beginning with a kick-off event on Wednesday, Aug. 28 at Patrick Henry Recreation Center.
City-Wide Food Drive Food4ALX
36,500 lbs of Food Collected During the Month of July
36,500 lbs of Food Collected During the Month of July
Enjoying a Festive National Night Out
Many sites to gather for NNO with neighbors and public safety officials around the city.
Many sites to gather for NNO with neighbors and public safety officials around the city.
Belvoir Looking to Expand the Camping Facilities on Base
New ‘Travel Camp’ going through steps for approval.
New ‘Travel Camp’ going through steps for approval.
Scooter Safety Under the Microscope
This transportation option is popular in urban and college atmospheres.
This transportation option is popular in urban and college atmospheres.
Increasing Access to African American Collections
Alexandria Black History Museum receives Institute of Museum and Library Services Grant
Alexandria Black History Museum receives Institute of Museum and Library Services Grant
Fort Hunt as WWII POW Camp Captures Alexandria’s Interest
This story by Christopher Ulrich appeared in August, 1985
Tax Free Weekend
Old Town retailers add to sales tax holiday.
As Virginia’s annual tax-free weekend approaches Aug. 2-4, more than 30 retailers in Old Town will participate by covering the sales tax on all purchases including those items not usually part of the sales tax holiday.
Friendship Firehouse Festival
Historic fire company celebrates 250 years.
A celebration of the 250th anniversary of Alexandria’s Friendship Fire Company will be on full display at the upcoming Friendship Firehouse Festival Aug. 3 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on the 100 block of South Alfred Street.
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