There's lots to do in Alexandria this week! Find the details at alexandriava.gov/Calendar.

The deadline to register or update an existing registration before the April 21 Special Election is Tuesday, April 14. You can register online at vote.elections.virginia.gov. Find a printable application and additional information at alexandriava.gov/Elections

It's time to step up to the mic! The next FY27 Budget Public Hearing is April 18! Sign up to speak at apps.alexandriava.gov/SpeakerSignup/ or submit a written comment through [email protected]. Not enough engagement? Go to engage.alexandriava.gov/fy27alxbudget for more!

Early voting is happening now through April 18! Need to drop off a mail-in ballot? The ballot drop box at 132 N. Royal Street is open for drop off until 7 p.m. on April 21.

Remember, 5 p.m. TODAY is the deadline for this limited time free-sticker offer* *You can also get an I voted sticker by voting early or voting on April 21! More at alexandriava.gov/Elections

Traffic Alert: Expect multiple bridge openings on the Woodrow Wilson Bridge overnight tomorrow, Apr 9, from 10 p.m. to 5 a.m. Friday, Apr 10, for maintenance. Plan for traffic stops and follow all signals. Bridge maintenance is weather permitting.

Have you seen our crews during Pothole Palooza? After a successful start in Zones 1, 3, and 9 last week, our crews are hard at work in Del Ray (2), Arlandria (4), North Ridge (4), and the West End (10). Share the road and learn more about Pothole Palooza at alexandriava.gov/Potholes

Fire danger? Freeze warning?? Yep, it's all happening here in ALX! Want to stay informed? Make sure you have multiple ways of receiving alerts including: - signing up for eNews (alexandriava.gov/eNews) - getting a weather radio - checking weather.gov ' - following local media on tv, radio, or web

Free Sticker! Must Act Soon! The deadline to request a mail-in ballot is this Friday, April 10 at 5 p.m. We'll even send you a sticker! For information about voting by-mail and to apply for a by-mail ballot, visit our website: alexandriava.gov/Elections

Friday, April 10 is the last day to request a mail-in ballot ahead of the April 21 special election. Whether you're looking to get civically involved or enjoy some historic fun, there's something for everyone this week. Find the details at alexandriava.gov/Calendar.

April is Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month. Join us for events like Teal-Out Day, Embrace Your Voice, Candlelight Yoga, and Denim Day to support survivors and build a safer Alexandria. For a full event calendar and 24/7 support resources visit: alexandriava.gov/SexualViolence

Stop, hey, what's that sound? A flyover for Nats baseball opening day! Did you hear the flyover in ALX? Photo courtesy of Major League Baseball.

Steady progress means reducing disparities by strengthening support systems, expanding access to essential services, & responding with care and dignity. The FY27 Proposed Budget invests in the well-being of Alexandrians, helping individuals & families move toward stability & long-term opportunity.

Try out EVs, e-bikes, and scooters at Alexandria’s Ride & Drive and see how fun clean transportation can be. Saturday, April 11, 10am – 2pm at Chinquapin Park #ecocityalx #electricvehicles #alexandriavagov

PSA from your local government: Trust no one today. 👽 Except us. You can trust us. Actually, April Fools is a great reminder to stay alert. Scammers are currently impersonating City staff. We will NEVER ask for payment via Venmo, Zelle, or crypto. More at alexandriava.gov/go/8046

Blue Line: Customers will experience delays to Downtown Largo due to a train with a mechanical problem at National Airport.

Warm weather is here, but severe weather can happen at any time. Stay prepared. Get alerts. Know your risk. Join NWS and the City for a free Flood SKYWARN class on May 6 at 6 p.m. Learn how to identify and report flooding in your area: weather.gov/lwx/SKYWARN

This Trans Day of Visibility, we're affirming our commitment to equity and inclusion for all. Last year, we earned a perfect score on the Human Rights Campaign’s Municipal Equality Index for the 6th year in a row. Read more about this honor and our work for equity at alexandriava.gov/HumanRights

Plan your spring break week ahead with the City of Alexandria at alexandriava.gov/Calendar!

Virginia American Water will begin hydrant flushing in Alexandria on Monday, March 30. No service interruptions are expected, but you may notice temporary discoloration or lower water pressure.

Join our FREE open studio dates to make your poster for America250. Supplies + paper included! 📍 Del Ray Artisans: March 28 (6-9 p.m.) 📍 Continues Arcade: April 2 (6-7:30 p.m.) Details: alexandriava.gov/arts

Me when I realize Pothole Palooza is here again!

Last Night's City Council Meeting saw updates from Visit Alexandria on our FIFA Team Visit this summer, a report on 2025 Crime Stats from Alexandria Police Department, an After Action Report on Winter Storm Fern, and more. Learn more and watch the meeting at alexandriava.gov/Dockets.

The last work session before Add/Delete is tonight! Listen in online or attend in person. Want to give feedback? Go to engage.alexandriava.gov/fy27alxbudget! We use these survey questions to guide budget outreach, education, and decision-making.

We heard you liked dashboards with data. Oh boy, do we have dashboards: alexandriava.gov/go/3047

Learn how we're moving Alexandria forward, one project at a time, with our new Six-Month Look-Ahead! The Look-Ahead provides a clear view of projects, milestones, and initiatives across the City. Track our progress in real-time at alexandriava.gov/go/3566

Heads up, GW Parkway Users: Starting this week, NPS will close lanes to resurface sections of the George Washington Memorial Parkway between Spout Run Parkway and Interstate 395 and between DCA and First Street in Alexandria. Expect delays. Work continues through June. More at nps.gov/gwmp.

Civic meetings and spring celebrations are on deck this week in Alexandria! See the full list of events and attendance details on our website.

If you or someone you know is a federal employee impacted by the partial government shutdown, you don’t have to figure this out alone. Congressman Don Beyer is hosting a Resource Fair with the City of Alexandria and regional partners. Stop by Sat., March 21, from 10 to noon at Wakefield High School.

An accountable, effective government relies on people and systems that keep City services running transparently and efficiently. Learn about services supporting Alexandria’s accountability at alexandriava.gov/Budget or follow the next City Council budget work session on March 25.

Spring is in the air! See you tomorrow at the Old Town Farmers' Market, now conveniently located right across the street from City Hall at the 100 block of North Royal Street and the courtyard at Tavern Square.

This is the team keeping you informed about weather, budget, bridge openings and all things happening in Alexandria (including some future public servants!)

The City of Alexandria invites the community to a Town Hall with DC Water on the Potomac Interceptor Response at 7 p.m. on Thursday, 3/19 in the Lee Center Auditorium (1108 Jefferson St.). Attendees can also participate online via Zoom. Register now: https://publicinput.com/potomacinterceptor

Good news, everyone! The Virginia Department of Health has lifted the remaining recreational water advisory for the Potomac River. Read more at alexandriava.gov/go/8089.

The FY27 Budget includes funding for programs like Alive! to help serve nearly 20,000 Alexandrians each month who face food insecurity. Learn about how our proposed budget supports programs that provide support with dignity and respect at engage.alexandriava.gov/fy27ALXBudget.

Have you registered for tonight's Planning & Zoning Virtual Community update? Learn more about some of the projects happening around Alexandria and ask our Planning & Zoning team questions. Register now at alexandriava.gov/go/7996.

The City of Alexandria is under a wind advisory from 8 p.m. until midnight on Monday, March 16. Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down, and a few power outages may result. Go to alexandriava.gov/Alert for more information.

The National Weather Service has canceled this tornado watch. Another round of thunderstorms may impact our area later this afternoon and evening. Stay tuned to local media and the National Weather Services for weather updates.

All Alexandria Library branches will close at 5 PM today, March 16. Please continue to check our website for updates about our operating status.

Experiencing a power outage? Report outages or downed power lines to Dominion Energy online or by calling 866.366.4357. Downed power lines are dangerous. Stay at least 30 feet away. Call 911 if a power line falls on your house or vehicle. City updates at alexandriava.gov/Alert.

The City of Alexandria is under a severe thunderstorm warning until 1:15 p.m. Severe thunderstorms are capable of producing tornadoes, damaging wind gusts, and hail.

📢Heads up Riders! Severe weather is on the way this afternoon, March 16. ☔⚡ We're expecting minor to moderate service disruptions. If a tornado warning is issued, we'll temporarily suspend all service, getting back on the road as soon as it's lifted.

Know the difference: Watch = conditions are right for it. Warning = it's happening right now!

The City of Alexandria is under a tornado watch until 7 p.m., March 16. Conditions are favorable for tornadoes. For more information, go to alexandriava.gov/Alert.

Due to the forecast of severe storms for our region, all Alexandria City Public Schools (ACPS) schools and offices will be dismissed two hours early on March 16. More at acps.k12.va.us

Stay Weather Aware! Have multiple ways to receive alerts. Check alexandriava.gov/alert for the latest on City services that may be affected by the weatehr.

Want to stay informed about the City’s FY27 budget process? This week includes two City Council budget work sessions on Monday and Wednesday. See the full list of City events at alexandriava.gov/Calendar.

The City of Alexandria invites the community to a Town Hall with DC Water on the Potomac Interceptor Response at 7 p.m. on Thursday, 3/19 in the Lee Center Auditorium (1108 Jefferson St.). Attendees can also participate online via Zoom. Register now: https://publicinput.com/potomacinterceptor

Are you getting the most up to date information on our FY27 Budget? Connect with us via our new engagement platform, PublicInput to get the latest engagement opportunities, updates on the budget, and to catch up on what you may have missed so far! Sign up now at engage.publicinput.com/fy27alxbudget

Flowers 🌸 Snow ❄️ Art 💃 Yesterday’s wild weather felt like the perfect moment to celebrate Brio, the joyful dancer by Jimilu Mason, that has graced Market Square since 1983. The sculpture is currently being safely stored during renovations, but it will return.