Ryan Belmore
@ryanbelmore.bsky.social
Publisher, @alexandriabrief.com & @whatsupnewp.com
Community-focused journalism
📍Alexandria, VA via Newport, RI
[email protected] | Signal: RyanBelmore.703
Community-focused journalism
📍Alexandria, VA via Newport, RI
[email protected] | Signal: RyanBelmore.703
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Introducing The Alexandria Brief
Community-focused journalism for Alexandria
www.alexandriabrief.com
Introducing The Alexandria Brief
Alexandria City Council to consider Potomac Yard development, residential conversions Saturday
Alexandria City Council to consider Potomac Yard development, residential conversions Saturday
Public hearing includes final approval for 640 homes in South Potomac Yard and multiple Metro-adjacent projects
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November 11, 2025 at 1:56 AM
Alexandria City Council to consider Potomac Yard development, residential conversions Saturday
City Hall Brief: Monday, November 10
City Hall Brief: Monday, November 10
A roundup of what's happening in city government and at city hall.
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November 10, 2025 at 11:05 PM
City Hall Brief: Monday, November 10
What's Happening in Alexandria - Tuesday, November 11
What's Happening in Alexandria - Tuesday, November 11
Your guide to events, meetings, and entertainment in Alexandria
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November 10, 2025 at 10:08 PM
What's Happening in Alexandria - Tuesday, November 11
It's been one of those days where I can't stop writing October when I mean November.
But seriously, where has this year gone.
But seriously, where has this year gone.
November 10, 2025 at 9:30 PM
It's been one of those days where I can't stop writing October when I mean November.
But seriously, where has this year gone.
But seriously, where has this year gone.
Alexandria closes Minnie Howard main pool for mechanical repairs
Alexandria closes Minnie Howard main pool for mechanical repairs
Warm water training pool to offer extended hours while competition pool undergoes repairs
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November 10, 2025 at 8:14 PM
Alexandria closes Minnie Howard main pool for mechanical repairs
Alexandria to honor veterans Tuesday with ceremony
Alexandria to honor veterans Tuesday with ceremony
City offices closed; trash collection delayed one day through week
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November 10, 2025 at 6:20 PM
Alexandria to honor veterans Tuesday with ceremony
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Looking for ways to get involved in Alexandria this week? Visit alexandriava.gov/Calendar to explore fun community activities, civic engagement opportunities, and events that matter to you.
November 9, 2025 at 10:51 PM
Looking for ways to get involved in Alexandria this week? Visit alexandriava.gov/Calendar to explore fun community activities, civic engagement opportunities, and events that matter to you.
Alexandria beautification commission names 2025 award winners
Alexandria beautification commission names 2025 award winners
Nineteen properties recognized for sustainable landscaping, native plants
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November 10, 2025 at 4:26 PM
Alexandria beautification commission names 2025 award winners
Alexandria's Herring re-elected as Virginia House majority leader
Alexandria's Herring re-elected as Virginia House majority leader
Democrat continues in historic leadership role after unopposed district win
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November 10, 2025 at 3:29 PM
Alexandria's Herring re-elected as Virginia House majority leader
Warner, Kaine split on deal to end shutdown
Warner, Kaine split on deal to end shutdown
Virginia senators diverge as Senate advances funding measure 60-40; Warner cites health care concerns
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November 10, 2025 at 2:32 PM
Warner, Kaine split on deal to end shutdown
Federal SNAP benefits could resume this week for Alexandria families
Federal SNAP benefits could resume this week for Alexandria families
State pauses emergency food program as payments restart amid ongoing legal battle
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November 10, 2025 at 1:35 PM
Federal SNAP benefits could resume this week for Alexandria families
Daily Brief: Monday, November 10
Daily Brief: Monday, November 10
Freedom House Museum reopens after exterior restoration; What's Happening in Alexandria - Monday, Oct. 10; and more.
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November 10, 2025 at 11:41 AM
Daily Brief: Monday, November 10
What's Happening in Alexandria - Monday, Oct. 10
What's Happening in Alexandria - Monday, Oct. 10
Your guide to events, meetings, and entertainment in Alexandria
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November 10, 2025 at 10:44 AM
What's Happening in Alexandria - Monday, Oct. 10
City to present flood plan findings at Monday meeting
City to present flood plan findings at Monday meeting
Modeling shows increased vulnerability in Holmes Run, Cameron Run and Backlick Run watersheds
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November 9, 2025 at 4:41 PM
City to present flood plan findings at Monday meeting
On this day in ALX: 11/9/1949 - The Theodore Ficklin School (400 Second St) was dedicated. Costing over $500K, it was a modern marvel w/ a water fountain in every classroom! Named for a Confederate officer, it later became a crucial site in the ‘59 desegregation fight. Now, it's a townhouse complex.
November 9, 2025 at 2:22 PM
On this day in ALX: 11/9/1949 - The Theodore Ficklin School (400 Second St) was dedicated. Costing over $500K, it was a modern marvel w/ a water fountain in every classroom! Named for a Confederate officer, it later became a crucial site in the ‘59 desegregation fight. Now, it's a townhouse complex.
Theogony: From Spanberger to Mamdani: Inside the Democratic Divide
From Spanberger to Mamdani: Inside the Democratic Divide
Forget the headlines. The November 4 elections in Virginia, New Jersey, and New York City weren’t just state and local victories; rather, they were a preview of the Democratic Party’s next generation of leaders. Voters made it clear what they want: they want leaders who can rally popular support, stand up to Donald Trump, and...
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November 9, 2025 at 1:44 PM
Theogony: From Spanberger to Mamdani: Inside the Democratic Divide
✈️ The U.S. Military will conduct an Aircraft Flyover in the NCR over Northwest Stadium on Sunday, November 9 at approximately 4:20PM. via ALERTDC
November 8, 2025 at 9:21 PM
✈️ The U.S. Military will conduct an Aircraft Flyover in the NCR over Northwest Stadium on Sunday, November 9 at approximately 4:20PM. via ALERTDC
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Hey, Alexandria and adjacent people! Shababi is doing a chicken drop off at Dept of Beer and Wine next Sunday. If you’ve never had Shababi chicken, you’re in for a treat:
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November 7, 2025 at 5:29 PM
Hey, Alexandria and adjacent people! Shababi is doing a chicken drop off at Dept of Beer and Wine next Sunday. If you’ve never had Shababi chicken, you’re in for a treat:
yallashababi.square.site
yallashababi.square.site
This is a gem
100% this masterpiece for a local bar & grill in Alexandria, VA: youtu.be/foLi2y15K_I
Rockit Grill Commercial
YouTube video by jim jimbo
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November 8, 2025 at 9:12 PM
This is a gem
Freedom House Museum reopens after exterior restoration
Freedom House Museum reopens after exterior restoration
Former slave trading headquarters restored to 1861 appearance; interior work planned next
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November 8, 2025 at 8:44 PM
Freedom House Museum reopens after exterior restoration
Titans fall to South County 24-17, finish season 6-4
Titans fall to South County 24-17, finish season 6-4
Alexandria City closes regular season with road loss Thursday night
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November 8, 2025 at 1:08 PM
Titans fall to South County 24-17, finish season 6-4
Jeffrey Grappone of Alexandria, Executive Vice President, ROKK Solutions, appointed to Board of Hearing Aid Specialists and Opticians.
www.governor.virginia.gov/newsroom/new...
www.governor.virginia.gov/newsroom/new...
Governor Glenn Youngkin Announces Additional Board Appointments
Governor Glenn Youngkin today announced additional board appointments.
www.governor.virginia.gov
November 8, 2025 at 3:33 AM
Jeffrey Grappone of Alexandria, Executive Vice President, ROKK Solutions, appointed to Board of Hearing Aid Specialists and Opticians.
www.governor.virginia.gov/newsroom/new...
www.governor.virginia.gov/newsroom/new...
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I'll be speaking about my research on Edwin Booth, celebrity, and grief in Alexandria, VA next week and tickets are almost gone! If you're looking for something to do next Saturday, I can promise that you'll learn something new!
www.eventbrite.com/e/brother-to...
www.eventbrite.com/e/brother-to...
Brother to the Assassin: Edwin Booth and the Rebirth of American Theatre
This lecture will explore the career of Edwin Booth, whose work was overshadowed by the infamous act of his brother, John Wilkes Booth.
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November 8, 2025 at 12:19 AM
I'll be speaking about my research on Edwin Booth, celebrity, and grief in Alexandria, VA next week and tickets are almost gone! If you're looking for something to do next Saturday, I can promise that you'll learn something new!
www.eventbrite.com/e/brother-to...
www.eventbrite.com/e/brother-to...
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US District Judge David Novak in Alexandria, Virginia on November 6 rejected Capital One's $425 million class action settlement with depositors reut.rs/47MhSq3
November 7, 2025 at 8:14 PM
US District Judge David Novak in Alexandria, Virginia on November 6 rejected Capital One's $425 million class action settlement with depositors reut.rs/47MhSq3