Call Your Mother, the popular “Jew-ish” bagel and deli chain partially owned by the Biden administration’s Covid-19 coordinator, is expanding into Northern Virginia. The business has signed a lease for space at 128 N. Pitt St. in Alexandria, according to a source familiar with the situation. It is seeking electrical contractors to build out the […]
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Alexandria Aces Open Season at Frank Mann Field
The Alexandria Aces took on the Gaithersburg Giants on June 8 in the opening game at Frank Mann Field, losing to their Cal Ripken Collegiate Baseball League rivals 10-7. Sheriff Dana Lawhorne threw out the ceremonial first pitch with his grandson Ryan Kaskela and team owner Frank Fannon joining him on the mound. Pitcher Chris […]
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Fund Proposed By AlexRenew For Alexandria’s Clean Waterways Future
Alexandria Renew Enterprises (AlexRenew), the wastewater authority serving Alexandria, is proposing a two-year sewer rate increase to help fund its RiverRenew program that will minimize combined sewer overflows into the City’s waterways, and ongoing upgrades at its wastewater treatment facility.
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Enjoy Cherry Blossom Exhibition At The Torpedo Factory Art Center
Cherry Blossom Exhibition at the Torpedo Factory Art Center will be held from March 31 to May 2, Wednesday through Sunday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. at Torpedo Factory Art Center, 105 N. Union St., Alexandria, VA 22314.
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Residents In Alexandria Enjoy First Snow Of The season
It wasn’t Snowmageddon, but when snow fell on the area on Jan. 31 and Feb. 1, it was the most snow the region has seen since 2018. Residents took advantage of the first precipitation of the season to enjoy some winter fun, some for the first time.
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Give Gift Cards Of These Restaurants To You Loved Ones
Sometimes, on Christmas Eve Eve you find yourself that still have to procure a gift or two for some loved ones on your list. Don’t worry as these restaurants and cafes have you covered. Gift cards to the rescue – and your recipients will never know the difference. Buying restaurant gift cards also helps rescue […]
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Decorate Your Holiday Table Using These Tips
The holiday season is here and so the decorations began for welcoming guests in our homes. This year, however, the celebration will be mostly virtual. But this should not discourage you to decorate your tables for the holidays. Given below are some tips about decorating your tables for holiday dinners.
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Early Voting Begins In Alexandria
The early voting began in Alexandria on Sept. 18 for the upcoming Nov. 3 general election. Voters across the state braved long lines and wait times in some places of several hours to cast their votes. Sen. Mark Warner (D-VA) also cast along with 1,047 ballots in Alexandria, compared to 123 ballots cast on the […]
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Flower Flash At Alexandria Police Department Headquarters
The Hunting Creek Garden Club and Garden Club of Alexandria joined forces to provide a “flower flash” at the Alexandria Police Department Headquarters Aug. 5 to culminate a month-long effort to share the beauty of nature with the community.
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Learn About Vola’s Dockside Grill And Hi-Tide Lounge
Vola’s Dockside Grill and Hi-Tide Lounge offer a waterfront dining on raw bar and seafood classics in large, modern space, an outdoor deck, or a tiki bar. It is located at 101 N Union St, Alexandria, VA.
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