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Alexandria Health Department Recognizes National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day 2024

By Central Nova News | Feb 7, 2024

The Alexandria Health Department (AHD) is urging residents to acknowledge and observe National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day (NBHAAD) on February 7, 2024. This nationwide event serves as a reminder of the disproportionate impact of human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) and acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS) on the Black community.According to data from the U.S. Census and the Virginia Department of Health, Black, non-Hispanic residents represent approximately 21% of the population in Alexandria. However, they account for a significant 56% of individuals living with...

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Join Us for the Upcoming Potomac Yard Entertainment District Listening Session

By Central Nova News | Feb 6, 2024

The City of Alexandria has announced that they will be holding a virtual listening session to discuss small business and economic opportunities for the proposed Potomac Yard Entertainment District. The session is scheduled to take place on Thursday, February 8, from 7 to 8 p.m.Residents and interested parties are encouraged to register online to attend the session. In addition, recordings of previous listening sessions are available for those who may have missed them.To further engage with the community, the City will also be hosting a pop-up event on Sunday, February...

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Alexandria’s 2023 in Numbers: City Releases Annual Financial Report Summary for First Time

By Central Nova News | Feb 6, 2024

The City of Alexandria has recently released its first-ever Popular Annual Financial Report (PAFR) for fiscal year 2023 (FY23). The PAFR serves as a summary of the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report, providing a concise and intuitive overview of the city's financial activities.According to the PAFR, the City of Alexandria generated $1.047 billion in revenues for government activities in FY23, representing a significant increase of $60 million compared to the previous year. The majority of the city's revenues come from property taxes, with more than half of the total...

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Alexandria Police Department Investigates Attempted Sexual Assault on Main Line Boulevard

By Central Nova News | Feb 6, 2024

Alexandria, Virginia - The Alexandria Police Department is currently investigating an attempted sexual assault that took place on Main Line Boulevard in the early hours of Sunday morning. At around 12:03 a.m., officers responded to a report of an assault and found an adult female who had been targeted by an unknown male assailant.According to the victim, she was walking down an alleyway when the suspect attempted to sexually assault her. The police arrived promptly and established a perimeter in an attempt to apprehend the suspect. However, despite initiating a foot...

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Black History Month Events This Week

By Central Nova News | Feb 6, 2024

The City of Alexandria is hosting a series of events and activities to celebrate Black History Month throughout February. This week, there are several exciting events taking place that you won't want to miss.First up is the African American Film Series, which is being held at the library. As part of this series, the film "The Banker" will be shown. Inspired by true events, the movie tells the story of two entrepreneurs in the 1960s who come up with a brilliant plan to fight for housing integration and equal access to the American Dream. This film is a powerful portrayal...

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Which former Central Nova News area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Feb. 5?

By Central Nova News | Feb 4, 2024

These former Central Nova News area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Feb. 5.

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Central Nova News area weekly mass times

By Central Nova News | Feb 3, 2024

The following parishes in the Central Nova News coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

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Alexandria Health Department Shares Details of Northern Virginia Measles Exposure

By Central Nova News | Feb 3, 2024

The Alexandria Health Department (AHD) has issued a warning to residents regarding potential exposure to measles in northern Virginia. The advisory comes in response to a confirmed case of measles in a Maryland resident who recently traveled internationally. The Maryland Department of Health has released a news statement titled "One Case of Measles Confirmed in Maryland Resident with Recent International Travel," providing full details of the situation.According to the news release, individuals may have been exposed to the measles virus if they were present at Washington...

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City of Alexandria's Office of the Arts Now Accepting Program Grant Applications

By Central Nova News | Feb 3, 2024

The City of Alexandria's Office of the Arts has announced that applications for the Fiscal Year 2025 Annual Arts Program grants are now open. These grants will provide funding for Annual Arts Programs taking place between July 1, 2024, and June 30, 2025. In order to be eligible for funding, all grants require a 1:1 cash match.Interested applicants can access the online application forms, instructions, and frequently asked questions for the Arts Grant Program on the official website of the City of Alexandria's Office of the Arts. The deadline for grant submissions is...

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Alexandria West Planning Project Update

By Central Nova News | Feb 2, 2024

The Alexandria West planning process is making progress, and the city is grateful for the participation of everyone involved. In a recent project update video, several key updates were highlighted.Firstly, there were January work sessions with the Planning Commission and City Council. During these sessions, staff members provided an update on the planning process and received valuable feedback on the draft framework elements of the Plan. Recordings of these sessions can be found on the project webpage.Additionally, the Draft Transportation Study Future Conditions...

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Median age of Arlington County residents reached 35 by 2021

By Central Nova News | Feb 2, 2024

Arlington County residents have a median age of 35-years-old as of 2021, according to US Census Data.

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Towing Advisory Board Meeting: Tuesday, Feb. 13

By Central Nova News | Feb 2, 2024

The City of Alexandria Towing Advisory Board will be holding a meeting on Tuesday, February 13 at 6 p.m. The meeting will take place in the Sister Cities Conference Room on the first floor of City Hall and will also be accessible electronically. The Towing Advisory Board, consisting of five members, serves as a platform for the annual review of rates and policies related to the towing, storage, and retrieval of vehicles towed from private property. The board also plays a crucial role in reviewing and approving any contracts related to municipal towing or other towing...

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Upcoming Condo and Community Association Training: Managing Common Interest Community Conflicts

By Central Nova News | Feb 1, 2024

Registration is now open for the next Condominium and Community Association Training session in the City of Alexandria. The training is aimed at homeowners, property managers, and interested buyers of common interest communities such as condominiums, townhomes, and cooperatives. The City of Alexandria, in collaboration with Mercer Trigiani, an Alexandria-based law firm, is sponsoring a series of workshops throughout FY2024.The main goal of these educational sessions is to provide valuable information to homeowners and homebuyers about the structure and governance of...

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Alexandria's 2024 "Cherry Challenge" Kicks off on February 1

By Central Nova News | Feb 1, 2024

Alexandria, VA – The highly anticipated culinary contest, known as the "Cherry Challenge," will be taking place in Alexandria starting from February 1. Restaurants across the city will be competing to create the most delectable cherry-oriented dishes, including appetizers, entrées, beverages, and desserts. This year, the Cherry Challenge is proud to announce that it has found an event sponsor in George Washington's Mount Vernon.Kristen Eastlick, a committee member of the GW Birthday Celebration and chair of the event, expressed her excitement about the sponsorship,...

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Commonwealth Outlines Transportation Vision for Potomac Yard Entertainment District

By Central Nova News | Feb 1, 2024

The Commonwealth of Virginia, in collaboration with the City of Alexandria and Monumental Sports & Entertainment, has revealed its comprehensive transportation and traffic management plan for the Potomac Yard Entertainment District. The plan, which was developed by transportation expert Kimley Horn, aims to ensure seamless movement of people to and from the sports arena and surrounding district. Virginia Secretary of Transportation W. Sheppard “Shep” Miller III expressed his optimism about the plan, stating, "We are very encouraged by the results of this study by a...