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27/11/2025

After ACPS 10-year plan comes in $54M over budget, subcommittee pushes for cuts
https://www.alxnow.com/2025/11/26/after-acps-10-year-plan-comes-in-54m-over-budget-subcommittee-pushes-for-cuts/

(ALXnow's No. 3 most-read article for Wednesday)

27/11/2025

Advocacy group continues calls for Alexandria to divest from Israel at Old Town vigil
https://www.alxnow.com/2025/11/26/advocacy-group-continues-calls-for-alexandria-to-divest-from-israel-at-old-town-vigil/

(ALXnow's No. 2 most-read article for Wednesday)

27/11/2025

Free school breakfast bill will return to General Assembly, Del. Bennett-Parker says
https://www.alxnow.com/2025/11/26/free-school-breakfast-bill-will-return-to-general-assembly-del-bennett-parker-says/

(ALXnow's No. 1 most-read article for Wednesday)

27/11/2025

Discover Alexandria's priciest and lowest-priced homes sold in November in our latest update

This recurring Most and Least Expensive Home feature is sponsored by Adrianna Vallario of Compass. Based in Alexandria, VA, Adrianna is more than just a Real Estate Agent – she is a trusted advisor, relocation expert, and community advocate. Thinking about buying or selling? Contact Adrianna for a...

27/11/2025

ALXnow Daily Debrief for Nov 26, 2025

Good Wednesday evening, Alexandria. Let's take a look back at today's stories and a look forward to tomorrow's event calendar. 🕗 News recap The following articles were published earlier today -- Nov 26, 2025. 7:30 am: Morning Notes for November 26, 2025 | 🗣️ Comments10:30 am: Alex311 custome...

26/11/2025

Thinking of selling your home solo? Discover why most FSBOs sell for less while agent-assisted sales hit record highs in our latest analysis

This week’s column is sponsored and written by Karisue Wyson, Director of Education at Corcoran McEnearney, the leading real estate firm in Alexandria. To learn more about this article and relevant Alexandria market news, contact us at 703-549-9292. You may also submit your questions to Corcoran M...

26/11/2025

Thanksgiving road closures planned to accommodate Del Ray Turkey Trot

Several roads in Del Ray will close tomorrow (Thursday) to accommodate the neighborhood's 50th annual Turkey Trot. Closures will be in effect from approximately 6-11:30 a.m., starting at Mount Vernon Avenue between Braddock Road and Glendale Avenue, according to an announcement from the Alexandria P...

26/11/2025

Free school breakfast bill will return to General Assembly, Del. Bennett-Parker says

A bill to provide elementary and secondary school students across Virginia with free breakfasts is heading back to the Virginia General Assembly. The proposed bill by Del. Elizabeth Bennett-Parker (D-5) was killed in the House Appropriation's Elementary & Secondary Education subcommittee in January....

26/11/2025

New featured event: Winter Ice Skating Party & Ribbon Cutting

Celebrate outdoor ice skating season at Ice & Lights–The Winter Village at Cameron Run, Alexandria’s only outdoor ice skating rink! Alexandria Mayor Alyia Gaskins and members of Alexandria City Council will commemorate the season with a ribbon cutting on ice. Receive HALF OFF Village & Ice Skati...

26/11/2025

After ACPS 10-year plan comes in $54M over budget, subcommittee pushes for cuts

With less than a month until its adoption, city officials are pushing Alexandria City Public Schools leaders to make further cuts to the district's 10-year Capital Improvements Program, stressing budget constraints. The $340 million CIP proposal exceeds the city's recommendation by $54.5 million and...

26/11/2025

Alexandria lifts parking fees for Thanksgiving and 'Plaid Friday'

Looking to get out on Thanksgiving and Plaid Friday? Alexandria has lifted parking restrictions at metered spaces and residential permit parking districts throughout the city tomorrow (Thursday) and Friday. "Take advantage of free parking at metered spaces to enjoy the amazing boutique shopping expe...

26/11/2025

Advocacy group continues calls for Alexandria to divest from Israel at Old Town vigil

Dozens of protestors continued their calls for Alexandria to divest itself from Israel, decrying the tenuous ceasefire with Hamas that's been in effect for a little more than a month. Standing under the covered stage outside City Hall at Market Square on Tuesday night, members of Alexandria for Pale...