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Showers are possible this afternoon, mainly between 1 PM and 3 PM, with mostly cloudy skies and a high near 69°F. There will be a north wind at 5 to 8 mph, and the chance of precipitation is 30%. Saturday night may see more showers after 2 AM, with increasing clouds and a low around 59°F. Winds will be light from the east, with a 30% chance of precipitation. See more from Weather.gov.

💡 Quote of the Day

“Keep your face always toward the sunshine—and shadows will fall behind you.”
– Walt Whitman

🌅 Tonight’s sunset

We hope you have a great weekend, Alexandria!

Listing of the Day: 103A Oxford Ave, Alexandria

Published October 2, 2026 at 5:45PM

103A Oxford Ave

Experience the best of Del Ray living at 103 and 103A E Oxford Avenue, brand-new residences built by locally renowned Old Creek Homes. Thoughtfully designed, beautifully finished, and just moments from Mount Vernon Avenue, these townhomes offer the opportunity to enjoy new construction without giving up the character, energy, and convenience that make Del Ray one of Alexandria’s most sought-after neighborhoods.

Here, the neighborhood becomes an extension of your home. Start the morning with a short walk to coffee on the Avenue, spend an afternoon exploring Del Ray’s shops, parks, and more.

Listing of the Day: 6636 Greenleigh Lane, Alexandria

Published October 1, 2026 at 5:45PM

6636 Greenleigh Lane

Love glam? This gorgeous townhouse offers a spa-life bathroom with soaking tub, dual sink vanity, walk-in shower, and designer touches. The updated kitchen boasts quartz countertops and an island opening to a dining room with wooded views through sliding deck doors. Upstairs, 2 bedrooms feature ample closets and a continuation of hardwood floors.

For outdoor space, enjoy the lower-level flagstone patio and porch swing, or the main-level deck (recently painted). The walk-out basement, complete with a fireplace, is perfect for movie night or game day–basement furnishings available if desired. Potential to add a 2nd full bath. 1812 Sq ft of living space on 3 levels with lots of privacy.

Around Town

October kicks off in Alexandria with Art on the Avenue, Oktoberfest and more weekend events

By Emily Leayman

Published October 2, 2026 at 3:45PM

Checking out work by Scrap Art Crone, at Art on the Avenue in Del Ray, Oct. 4, 2025 (staff photo by James Cullum)

It’s a busy start to October as many visitors will arrive to the city for a returning arts festival.

Art on the Avenue will draw tens of thousands to Mount Vernon Avenue in Del Ray. But if you’re looking for something smaller, check out Civil War Shelter Day at Fort Ward, Immanuel Church-on-the-Hill’s Pumpkin Patch, Douglass Cemetery tour or Rosemont Citizens Association’s Oktoberfest.

Announcement

Annual Day of the Dead Celebration

By National Museum of the American Indian

Published September 28, 2026

Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) is a time for commemorating our ancestors. Rather than a period of mourning, it is an occasion for celebrating with family—both living and dead—and honoring the cycle of life. Learn about La Catrina and her joyful view of life and mortality. Enjoy family-friendly activities throughout the day, including dance performances, coloring activities, and paper marigold and mask making. Visitors are invited to leave photos and mementos of their loved ones on the ofrenda (altar) or commemorate them by writing their names on a butterfly to attach to the memorial arch.

SCHEDULE OF EVENTS:

News

Gov. Spanberger and AG Jones slam Trump election interventions at Alexandria NAACP event

By James Cullum

Published October 2, 2026 at 2:45PM | Updated October 2, 2026 at 3:09PM

Gov. Abigail Spanberger at the Alexandria NAACP’s annual Freedom Fund Dinner on Thursday night (Oct. 1) at The Satire, Autograph Collection hotel in Old Town North. (staff photo by James Cullum)

Governor Abigail Spanberger (D) heavily criticized President Donald Trump on Thursday night in Alexandria and said that his administration’s attempts to upend voter registrations across the country won’t work in Virginia.

Spanberger was the keynote speaker at the Alexandria branch of the NAACP’s annual Freedom Fund Dinner, held at The Satire, Autograph Collection hotel in Old Town North. Spanberger, Virginia Attorney General Jay Jones (D) and Mayor Alyia Gaskins (D) all received “breaking barriers” awards from the organization.

Event

Spooky Trivia Night

October 16, 2026 6:00 pm -7:30 pm

Event location

Cherry On Top

1021 Queen Street

Alexandria, Virginia 22314

Add to Calendar

Join us for Trivia Night at Cherry On Top! Grab a team, order your favorite coffee, wine, or snack, and test your knowledge over a fun evening in Old Town. Come with friends or join a team when you arrive. Win a bottle of wine!

Around Town

Adoptable pet of the week: Aries Ann would thrive in a calm home

By Emily Leayman

Published October 2, 2026 at 1:45PM

Aries Ann (via AWLA)

Meet Aries Ann, a 1-year-old at the Animal Welfare League of Alexandria simply looking for a home to match her sweet nature.

It may take a bit of time for Aries Ann to warm up to new people. But once she does, her fun-loving nature will come out.

News

License plate reader helped track down West End murder suspect, police chief says

By James Cullum

Published October 2, 2026 at 12:30PM | Updated October 2, 2026 at 2:14PM

Alexandria Police Chief Tarrick McGuire, with APD Captain John East (on left) and Sgt. Matt Barnickle, holds a press conference on the July 15 homicide in the city’s West End (staff photo by James Cullum)

Alexandria Police Chief Tarrick McGuire said that the suspect charged with the murder of Charles Talley in the city’s West End on July 15 was tracked down with automatic license plate reader (ALPR) technology, and he has since been extradited from North Carolina.

The victim, Charles Talley, was shot and killed on the evening of Wednesday, July 15, in the parking lot of the ParcView Apartments in the 5300 block of Holmes Run Parkway. Corey Delantau Stubblefield has been held without bond since his arrest in North Carolina on Aug. 27, and was charged with first-degree murder and use of a firearm in commission of murder.

Opinion

Poll: The best coffee shop in Alexandria

By ALXnow.com

Published October 2, 2026 at 11:45AM

For some, the perfect coffee shop offers tasty caffeinated beverages, an expansive menu and ambiance. Others may say it simply comes down to which brews the best beans. Either way, Alexandria has plenty of options between independent roasters and neighborhood cafes.

Here are the nominees for “Coffee Shop in Alexandria” as part of our returning ALXnow Readers’ Choice awards.

Did we miss your go-to coffee shop? Write them in!

Voting will close in two weeks.

Voting for the Best Restaurant for a Fancy Dinner is still taking place. Be sure to cast your vote before voting closes next Friday at 8:30 a.m.

Two weeks ago, we voted on the Best Neighborhood in Alexandria. The results are now official:

1. Del Ray

2. Old Town

3. Rosemont

#Readers Choice

News

JUST IN: Independent policing auditor resigns in Alexandria

By Emily Leayman

Published October 2, 2026 at 10:00AM

Independent Policing Auditor Ameratu Kamara speaks to the Independent Community Policing Review Board on June 29, 2026 (staff photo by James Cullum)

Independent Policing Auditor Ameratu Kamara has resigned amid several investigations into deaths in Alexandria police custody.

Alexandria City Council met this morning (Oct. 2) to accept Kamara’s resignation, effective Oct. 3. City Council’s 6-0 vote will provide Kamara with five months of salary as severance pay and payout of any unused leave.

Around Town

Alexandria church’s pumpkin patch supporting charitable causes opens this weekend

By Emily Leayman

Published October 2, 2026 at 9:15AM

Immanuel Church-on-the-Hill's Pumpkin Patch (via Pumpkin Patch at Immanuel Church on the Hill/Facebook)

The tradition of picking out pumpkins and other gourds for the fall season is returning to Alexandria’s Seminary Hill neighborhood in October.

For a 33rd year Immanuel Church-on-the-Hill (3606 Seminary Road) will host its annual Pumpkin Patch from Saturday, Oct. 3 to Saturday, Oct. 31. The Pumpkin Patch will offer pumpkins in a variety of sizes grown by Navajo Nation farmers, as well as other gourds, homemade soups, baked goods and seasonally-themed crafts. Prices start at $1 and vary by size.

Announcement

Native Cinema Showcase – Online

By National Museum of the American Indian

Published September 28, 2026

The National Museum of the American Indian’s Native Cinema Showcase is an annual celebration of the best in Native film. The festival celebrates the best of Indigenous film, spanning documentaries, features, animations, and short-format films by Indigenous filmmakers from across the Western Hemisphere and Arctic.