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🚨 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
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)
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
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
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...
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...
🚨 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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If Thursday is your normal trash day, tomorrow is your trash day. Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday service cancelled this week.
Just in: SnowReport Tracker Now Live with Timely Reporting
Just In: Weather Update: Alexandria Libraries to Close Early Wednesday
It could me a messy evening commute, according to the National Weather Service.
Inbox: Indivisible Coalition Sets Feb. 6 Protest in Alexandria over Citizens Bank/ICE Connection
All City of Alexandria government offices, facilities, and courts will open at 10 a.m. on Wednesday. www.alexandriava.gov/Alert
ICYMI: ACPS offering free lunch to all under age of 18 tomorrow.
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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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...
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.
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.
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.
🚧 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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Here’s what you need to know for Wednesday, November 5, 2025. https://www.alexandriabrief.com/p/the-brief-wednesday-november-5?utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky_