2+ day, 6+ hour ago   (197+ words) Good Friday evening, Alexandria. Let’s take a look back at today’s stories and a look forward to tomorrow’s event calendar. The following articles were published earlier today — Jul 24, 2026. Here are today’s most-read articles: Since it’s Friday, we’ve also compiled a…...

2+ day, 12+ hour ago   (144+ words) Alexandria Police Chief Tarrick McGuire honored his 15 predecessors this week with the unveiling of a wall of their portraits. In the city’s history, there have only ever been 16 police chiefs, and McGuire said the wall recognizes the men who sat…...

2+ day, 11+ hour ago   (200+ words) Foodies will have the chance to try new eateries or return to old favorites during the next Alexandria Restaurant Week in August. Alexandria Restaurant Week, held twice a year in January and August, will be held over 10 days from Friday,…...

2+ day, 18+ hour ago   (80+ words) Alexandria History Museum at the Lyceum 201 S. Washington Street Following the film, join Safer Country’s President Paul Friedman and David Greene for a Q&A discussion about the film and gun violence prevention. Tickets ($15) are available online or at the door....

2+ day, 16+ hour ago   (161+ words) Finding a restaurant that works for the whole family — from picky toddlers to adults seeking variety — can be a challenge in any city. Alexandria has no shortage of family-friendly dining options, from casual spots with children’s menus to restaurants with…...

2+ day, 16+ hour ago   (180+ words) From producing viral food creations to feeding the masses during outdoor festivals, food trucks serve Alexandria with a variety of cuisines on wheels. With the help of ALXnow readers through a Reader’s Choice Poll, we’ve rounded up the best food…...

3+ day, 12+ hour ago   (246+ words) Meet Ares, a large dog with lots of love to give. This 4-year-old dog at the Animal Welfare League of Alexandria offers a good balance of an energetic and chill nature. Ares enjoys running and playing but won’t want to…...

2+ day, 19+ hour ago   (394+ words) Today’s Morning Notes include key deadlines for the Aug. 4 primaries, Alexandria heat map data collection, a Fort Ward Civil War medicine tour and a call for Miracle League volunteers. Other items include Potomac River rescue training, regional school policy updates…...

3+ day, 6+ hour ago   (144+ words) Good Thursday evening, Alexandria. Let’s take a look back at today’s stories and a look forward to tomorrow’s event calendar. The following articles were published earlier today — Jul 23, 2026. Here are today’s most-read articles: Here is what’s going on Friday in…...

3+ day, 14+ hour ago   (240+ words) Old Town stationery store Penny Post is getting ready for its biggest day of the year. Penny Post (1201 King Street) will hold its fifth annual Stationery Store Day, an in-store-only event to celebrate all things pen, paper and analog. It…...