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Alexandria Police Kill Armed Man Having Mental Health Crisis

Man in his 60s pronounced dead at the scene.

On Monday, Aug. 12, 2024, Alexandria Police Officers responded at approximately 10:46 p.m. to a 911 call from a man asking police to check on the well-being of one of his co-workers. The caller said the co-worker had made very concerning statements about harming himself and advised he was armed with at least two guns.

Community-Centered Health Assessment

All residents are invited to participate in Alexandria Health Department’s 2024 Community Health Assessment, beginning with a kick-off event on Wednesday, Aug. 28 at Patrick Henry Recreation Center.

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Butterflies May Be in Trouble

This summer’s heat and drought have not only taken a toll on humans, they may also be affecting the butterfly population.

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City-Wide Food Drive Food4ALX

36,500 lbs of Food Collected During the Month of July

36,500 lbs of Food Collected During the Month of July

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Friendship Firehouse celebrates 250 years.

Friendship Firehouse celebrates 250 years.

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GOLD!

Alexandria’s Noah Lyles claims world's fastest man with 100m Olympic Gold.

GOLD!

So Many Choices at the Arlington Fair

Make plans early to fit it all in.

Make plans early to fit it all in.

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Enjoying a Festive National Night Out

Many sites to gather for NNO with neighbors and public safety officials around the city.

Many sites to gather for NNO with neighbors and public safety officials around the city.

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Fort Belvoir Access Tightened Up

Rules of entering the gates are changing slightly, impacting deliveries and guests.

Rules of entering the gates are changing slightly, impacting deliveries and guests.

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Lorton School Supply Drive was a Success

Supervisor Dan Storck and staff met with 2,400 parents and students.

School Supplies

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Belvoir Looking to Expand the Camping Facilities on Base

New ‘Travel Camp’ going through steps for approval.

New ‘Travel Camp’ going through steps for approval.

‘Stay Away' Weekend Aug. 16-19

Georgetown Pike Bridge Traffic Shift

As part of the 495 Express Lanes Northern Extension (495 NEXT) project, a new Georgetown Pike Bridge over I-495 is being built in phases to keep traffic moving throughout construction.

Herndon Eagle Scout Candidate Completes Service Project

On June 29, one week before his 18th birthday, Anthony Sasso of BSA Troop 1081 completed his Eagle Scout service project.

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Are Humans Transmitting Covid to Wildlife?

VA Tech study documents cases in six species.

VA Tech study documents cases in six species.