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The Alexandria Police Department (APD) is organizing its inaugural Women in Law Enforcement Hiring event on March 30, from 2 to 5 p.m. The seminar aims to attract women interested in law enforcement careers and inform them about the roles...

Rep. Don Beyer criticizes Trump's policies affecting education and federal workers

In a series of tweets dated March 20th, Rep. Don Beyer criticized former President Trump's policies impacting federal workers and education systems while also expressing disapproval towards Governor Youngkin's stance on dismantling educational...

Rep. Don Beyer criticizes Trump administration over constitutional rights violations

Rep. Don Beyer criticized President Trump's administration for violating constitutional rights through a series of tweets dated March 20, 2025.

Where were the cheapest places to fill up on regular gas in cities in Arlington County in week ending Mar. 15?

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Arlington County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Mar. 15, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Where were the cheapest places to fill up on diesel in cities in Arlington County in week ending Mar. 15?

The lowest price of diesel in cities throughout Arlington County was found at two gas stations in the week ending Mar. 15, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Rep. Don Beyer opposes measures impacting Social Security and IRS operations

Rep. Don Beyer's recent tweets express strong opposition to legislative measures and administrative decisions affecting Social Security and IRS operations as of March 18-19, 2025.

City hall renovation project seeks public input through new survey

Residents are encouraged to participate in the latest survey for the City Hall and Market Square Renovation Project.

Rep. Don Beyer criticizes Trump administration's actions against nonprofits

Congressman Don Beyer voiced strong criticism against recent actions involving President Trump and DOGE concerning nonprofit organizations like USIP and federal agencies such as USAID through several tweets dated March 19, 2025.

Alexandria invites public input on skatepark improvements through upcoming meetings

The City of Alexandria’s Department of Recreation, Parks & Cultural Activities is organizing a community engagement initiative to discuss improvements at Schuyler Hamilton Jones Skatepark.

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Jamal Barnes, former St. Stephens And St. Agnes School standout’s collegiate team plays on Tuesday, March 18 in Division II NCAA Basketball Championship Tournament

Their team entered the tournament as a 6 seed.

Alexandria seeks participants for museum social impact study

By Central Nova News | Mar 18, 2025

The Office of Historic Alexandria is participating in the Museum Social Impact in Practice (MSIIP) study, a national initiative led by the American Alliance of Museums and funded by the Institute of Museum and Library Services.

Don Beyer criticizes Trump's policies on veterans' recognition and healthcare

By Central Nova News | Mar 18, 2025

In recent tweets dated March 17-18, Don Beyer addresses issues such as veteran recognition at Arlington National Cemetery and healthcare challenges posed by proposed changes to Medicaid under Donald Trump's administration.

Alexandria appoints Hashim Taylor as director of recreation department

By Central Nova News | Mar 18, 2025

City Manager James F. Parajon has appointed Hashim Taylor as the new Director of the Department of Recreation, Parks and Cultural Activities (RPCA) in Alexandria.

Alexandria Health Department releases results of community-wide health survey

The Alexandria Health Department (AHD) has published the findings of its 2024 community-wide health survey, a part of the city's ongoing Community Health Assessment.

French Flow Yoga celebrates International Francophonie Day

The Alexandria-Caen Sister City Committee is set to celebrate International Francophonie Day with a French Flow Yoga class at the Alexandria History Museum at The Lyceum on March 22.

Rep. Don Beyer comments on national issues and public institutions

Rep. Don Beyer has addressed several concerns through recent tweets regarding national governance and public institutions as of mid-March 2025.

Alexandria City Council hosts town hall meeting on March 29